The Most Important Fundraising Metric: The 20-Year Relationship

3 days ago
Jim Langley

When we conduct our Vital Signs Assessment, looking for indicators of fundraising success or struggle ahead, one data point stands…

Why Organizations That Institute the Greatest Demands for Accountability Perform So Poorly

5 days ago

For the most part, everyone agrees that metrics are good. Accountability is good – even for major gift officers. Generally…

Don’t Just “Find” Donors; Build Relationships for Lasting Impact

1 week ago

"Where do we find donors?" I'm asked that question quite a bit. To begin, let's make sure we check all…

FREE Webinar: Fundraise Smarter, Not Harder: How to Leverage Automation for Optimal Results

2 weeks ago

FUNDRAISE SMARTER, NOT HARDER: How to Leverage Automation for Optimal Results May 8, 2024, at 2:00 pm ET/11:00 am PT…

31 Donor Discovery Strategies That Sincerely Engage Wealthy Supporters

2 weeks ago

Prospect research, RFM, wealth screeners, and other hands-off/arm’s-length methods of donor discovery can only work so well. And more often…

Revolutionize Fundraising: Let’s Stop Making it Uncomfortable

2 weeks ago

If something about fundraising makes you uncomfortable, it isn't because there's something wrong with you but because there's something wrong…

4 Ways Your Assumptions about Major Donors Are Hurting Your Fundraising

3 weeks ago

You know that feeling when you’re talking to someone, and you realize they’ve already made up their mind about you?…

It’s About Lots of Meaningful Interactions, Not Major Moves

3 weeks ago

The most important goals in managing prospects or donors in our portfolios are: Establishing a rapport with donors Maintaining contact…

Why Major Donors Give – How to Tap into Their Motives and Inspire Transformational Gifts

4 weeks ago

So many nonprofits seeking major gifts keep doing what they’ve been told by the so-called experts, consultants, and traditionalists. Ask,…

How to generate referrals for major gifts

1 month ago

A well-placed referral can be the bridge to new partnerships, financial support, and resources. It can elevate your nonprofit from…