The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 5, 2020

Recently, I’ve encountered a phenomenon among development staffs and non-profit executive directors that seems to effect organizations both large and small. It causes non-profits to raise less money than they could, while expending far more energy and effort than necessary. The Solution.

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sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

While Scott is far from the first to focus on giving major gifts with no strings attached, the scale of her philanthropy is causing many funders to rethink long-held beliefs about what requirements should be paired with a donation. The more money that went to services, the better. All in unrestricted funds with no reporting necessary.

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.orgSource

MARCH 18, 2024

Sharon Rice is Managing Director of Business Strategy at.orgSource and Garth Jordan is CEO of the American Animal Hospital Association. The money comes after that. I would urge people to think about your just cause. Is it a cause you can’t argue with? This episode will air on March 30. It’s a harder balance.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

There are a lot of myths when it comes to fundraising with volunteers: Myth #1 : “Volunteers are already giving us their time so we shouldn’t also ask them for money.” If you aren’t asking your volunteers to give, you’re leaving money on the table and depriving people who love your cause of feeling the joy of helping it thrive.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2019

By Gary Wohlfeill , Director of Marketing at CrowdRise , who works with partners to develop highly engaging fundraising campaigns and leads the marketing team in developing the CrowdRise brand. Use messaging that empowers supporters to join those already fundraising, and include details about how starting a fundraiser can impact your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 23, 2019

They bring together communities, create unmatched energy, and tend to be big money makers and great at spreading awareness. Not only does hosting your event online make your supporters feel more connected to your cause, but it also puts your event front and center where they’re already at – on their computer or mobile devices.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 31, 2023

Often, customers can be on multiple versions of the same AMS, causing confusion and issues if systems need to communicate. I can now spend that money on value-added things. I realize that shouldn’t be shocking, but it is,” said Bruce Moe, Executive Director of Missouri State Teachers Association (MSTA). If so, you’re not alone!

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

However, it’s important to first be honest: in today’s go-go world, it’s difficult for even the most cause-dedicated people to find the time to fully immerse themselves in a charity they’re passionate about. It all comes down to one word: sharing. Build your campaign around the concept of letting the community create the content.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It’s money time. This can cause leaders to look for any and all sources of funding to close the hole created by a dried-up revenue stream. They’re passionate about your cause too. For example: You might have heard that your Executive Director makes a nice salary. The end of the year is fast approaching. Don’t not ask.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

By Gary Wohlfeill , Director of Marketing at CrowdRise , who works with partners to develop highly engaging fundraising campaigns and leads the marketing team in developing the CrowdRise brand. share with their personal networks the actions they take related to a cause, all through the megaphone of their mobile devices and social media.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 6, 2019

Heather Kopec , Director of Annual Giving, Virginia Tech. This webinar will delve into how nonprofits can harness the power of mobile messaging in order to better engage their audience and raise more money for their cause. Time: 1pm EDT / 10am PDT. Presented by: Corey Blake , Digital Marketing Strategist, MobileCause.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 20, 2018

don’t know why you need to raise more money in the first place. If you want to raise more money and retain more donors, start by looking at your collective mindset toward philanthropy – that’s where a culture shift begins. It’s not about asking for money. It's time to change the conversation and stop asking for money.

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NTEN

JUNE 14, 2011

Susan Gordon, Director of Nonprofit Services, Causes. Even if the mission of your nonprofit doesn't have anything to do with adorable cats or precious babies, you can still raise money using social media. If they don't hear from you in months and then you pop up and ask for money, your community won't be likely to respond.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 10, 2017

It’s important to take a good first step in developing an efficient and cohesive setting for your board of directors to set up shop and pave the way for your nonprofit to thrive. Even if your nonprofit has all volunteers and no staff, a board of directors is a must. First, we need to define what the board of directors do.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

When we raise money to change lives, we are helping to release folks from something onerous. I see way too many good organizations struggling to raise the money they need. Maybe we should all STOP doing what no longer works and START doing things that bring us a huge return on our investment of time, energy, and money.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. On behalf of your organization, investigate ways to receive money that the organization may not have in place already. The term “call to action” (CTA) is used multiple times in the list.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 31, 2020

Raising funds for your cause takes constant dedication and focus, and nothing helps you gain focus better than setting a game plan. Maybe you’ve saved money from the prior year by utilizing more volunteer power, or perhaps you’ve cut expenses associated with a fundraising event. So how can you predict what you’ll raise? 1) Pledges.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 30, 2023

If you serve as a board member on a nonprofit board of directors, or if you are an executive director that works with board members, then these nonprofit board challenges might resonate with you. What board members commonly do is to write out all the activities that raised money for the nonprofit in the previous year.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. Plus, your board of directors has a fiduciary duty to ensure the donations and funds received go toward furthering your mission. Payment method (cash, check, etc.)

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

It’s not just about age and location; it’s about understanding why someone cares about the cause, what drives them, and what barriers might be preventing them from contributing. Interests: Within your cause, what are donors particularly passionate about? This involves looking at demographics, motivations, and preferences.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

They’re regularly giving, going to events, and even help you to raise money through peer-to-peer fundraisers like your walk-a-thon. You might invite them to view an exhibit for free or bring them backstage to meet performers, the curator, or your executive director at your next event. Persona #1—Community Stakeholders.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 13, 2017

We’re beyond excited to share the speaker lineup for Cause Camp 2018 , held on March 26th and 27th in Lincoln, Nebraska. If you’re not familiar, Cause Camp is Nonprofit Hub’s annual conference that brings together thought leaders, nonprofit professionals and do-gooders from all over the world. nonprofitaf.com.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 29, 2023

But sometimes, especially if they’re stirring up trouble or causing drama, you have to ask them to leave. Managing the finances is often the hardest part of a nonprofit director’s job and facing the checkbook can be absolutely chilling. Ask for money face-to-face. Well, not every volunteer is right for the job they’re in.

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Achieve

AUGUST 26, 2015

as director of research. . Adopting the scientific method is critical in investigating a cancer diagnosis; however, it is equally useful in determining the cause(s) you will give yourself to. In many ways, researching a devastating medical diagnosis is like determining what cause you want to allocate your time and/or money with.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. They are certain to be compelled by your cause. Your potential donors.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 17, 2023

You’ll come to understand that it isn’t a personal rejection because you’re not asking for yourself, but for a grander cause — a mission that touches, improves, and saves more lives. To successfully secure gifts of time and money you have to be ready to hear no. And if you hear no, I promise it’s not the end of the world.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The vast majority of volunteer Executive Directors cannot go on indefinitely without taking a salary. Getting the message just right will save you from feeling nervous about asking for money, rambling when you talk about your organization’s work, and boring your audience. Five Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Note: contains affiliate links) Fundraising for Introverts by Brian Saber If you’re an introvert and you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or anxious about the prospect of raising money for nonprofits, Fundraising for Introverts: Harnessing Our Powers for What Matters is an absolute game-changer. And which books are missing from my shelf?

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 21, 2017

But all too often, foundations, corporate grantmakers, and donors end up unintentionally causing problems instead of helping to solve them. Here are five common ways foundations cause more problems than they solve: Providing short-term funding for a long-term outcome. Offering seed money without considering sustainability.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Through integrated multichannel campaigns and intense optimization based on audience and key performance metrics, MESG Marketing helps nonprofits raise more money, grow and cultivate constituent bases, drive advocacy actions, and develop their online brands. The goal is to move your position forward while engaging your supporter audience.

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BoardAssist

JUNE 17, 2014

How to Thank Your Donors: Stop Focusing on the Money! They don’t simply give money. What impact did they have on the mission or cause? Utilizing Board Members and the Executive Director. If you expect the executive director to write personal notes, write a sample draft note. Thanks Amy! They save lives.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

Welcome to the real world of “more than a great fundraising technician”—and that holds true for pretty much any senior-level position, e.g., program director, finance officer, and of course the ED/CEO.”. Sure, you’ll raise some money. But you’ll leave even more money on the table. — Simone Joyaux. I wouldn’t hire you.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Are you a new development director or executive director and feeling a bit lost on how to learn exactly what motivates your donors? Establish a connection between your position and the organization’s mission, emphasizing your dedication to the cause. Remember, fundraising isn’t about asking rich people for money.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 17, 2021

When executed properly, a fundraising auction can be an incredibly effective way to raise money for your nonprofit. For a fundraising auction, you’ll want to define goals like how many items you would like to auction at the event, how many guests you want to attend the event or participate in the auction, and how much money you want to raise.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

I’ve heard that to be a major gift officer you have to have access to people with money, be comfortable socializing with them, and speak their language. After all, is not the business of fundraising, well, to raise money? Secondly, everybody with money is not white, or bigoted, or uncomfortable meeting with people unlike themselves.

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

These new websites enable people to support the causes they’re passionate about and connect with like minded individuals – inspiring further interaction, engagement and support. The big differentiator for Crowdrise is the built in community that encourages people to raise money and awareness while earning points.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Although not bad behavior per se, it’s at least gauche to ask others to financially support a cause that you don’t—and part of being a board member means generating funds through networking. It’s to be expected, then, that board members also put their money where their mouths are, so to speak. Takeaway 3: The board needs training.

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