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Too Much Collaboration Is Killing Your Fundraising Appeals

March 10, 2026 George Crankovic

Angry manager shouting at his coworkers during a meeting in the office.

Collaboration sounds productive, but when too many voices shape a fundraising appeal, the message often gets watered down. Here is why limiting input and clarifying strategy can produce stronger appeals that actually connect with donors.

How Nonprofits Can Use Summer Slump to Build Relationships, Maximize Year-End Giving

June 23, 2025 Jena Lynch

The slow summer season presents an opportunity for nonprofits adopt a strategic approach. Here’s how to use it to jumpstart your year-end giving.

Kickstart 2025 Giving With These 4 Multichannel Lessons Learned From 2024

January 14, 2025 Mike Snusz

Beautiful young woman lying down on a couch, typing on a laptop, holding a credit card and making a digital donation.

As nonprofits prioritize donor acquisition, engagement and retention for 2025, here are four actionable strategies can they implement.

5 Ways to Supercharge Your Fundraising With the Theory of Reactance

October 18, 2024 Otis Fulton, Ph.D.

Using the psychological theory of “reactance” in your nonprofit’s strategic messaging can supercharge your fundraising efforts. Here’s how it works.

3 Key Facebook Fundraising Strategy Mistakes to Avoid in 2023

February 14, 2023 Adam O’Brien

Facebook fundraising has seen its ups and downs over the years, so what is its current perceived value? Here are three key mistakes nonprofits need to avoid when evaluating if there’s a place for Facebook fundraising in their 2023 strategy.

Is a Development Audit Part of Your Fundraising Strategy?

August 12, 2022 Duke Haddad, Ed.D.

A development audit involves the creation and completion of a series of complex questions that when answered, provide a blueprint for potential solutions.

Hindsight Is Always 20/20

January 4, 2021 Erica Waasdorp

I thought it prudent to look back and highlight a few trends from last year that certainly came true, but very differently. Some in a good way, because it helps nonprofits be ready for 2021 and beyond.

Should Nonprofits Operate Like For-Profits?

December 4, 2020 Duke Haddad, Ed.D.

In a pre-coronavirus world, many nonprofits operated annually like airplanes flying on autopilot. They would defer to the same unchanged operational plan or look to utilize a strategic plan when it was fashionable to do so.

Why Data-Driven Decisions Are the Secret to a Successful Giving Day

August 19, 2020 Tim Sarrantonio

Giving days in communities are growing in popularity and effectiveness. As more institutions invest their time and energy into hosting a community-wide giving event, the question arises on how to be most impactful during a time that nonprofits need help the most.

Are You Prepared for the Second Half of 2020?

July 3, 2020 Duke Haddad, Ed.D.

In 2020, you need to be ready for the ever-changing philanthropic landscape for the balance of the year, as it certainly will be unpredictable in scope. Are you prepared to meet this challenge?

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