Pop (Culture) Quiz: “So no one told you life was gonna be this way. Your job’s a joke, you’re broke, your love life’s DOA. It’s like you’re always stuck in second gear …” When did the tune start in your
A look into the past
Fundraising has been around for a long time. In a time where we have multiple venues to solicit support, and have technology to make giving easier, the fundamentals to motivating donors are typically the same. I enjoy the radio shows
OMG! What have you done…
My articles are always a result of the experiences I have with clients or researching prospective clients. A standard question I have in my initial conversation is to explain your impact. Eventually, I get a story, but most of the
Social Fundraising – Is it part of your plan?
The world of fundraising continues to evolve. In addition to tools like major gifts, events, planned giving, direct mail (and even more venues) we add social fundraising. Is it a third party fundraiser, or is it a mini-event, or is
Is that EVENT worth it
Events are a staple for many non-profits. In many cases, organizations even raise money by doing these events. I say that with some jocularity. That is the rub, do you really raise money through an event and how do
Can you explain “it”
In a recent blog, 3 questions, one of the questions I suggested was “Can you explain it?” Last week, I received two solicitations within a day of each other. These appeals exemplify my point better than any metaphor I could