In spite of living in a world whose mantra is “Go big or go home”, little changes can have a great impact. It is amazing how several small percentages can add up to a great deal. Especially when you are
They will appreciate the opportunity
I have been doing fundraising since I was 12. I have been involved in campaigns, events, and bake sales. I have listened to volunteers and board members that are extremely passionate about the organization, throw up crosses and hands in
Helping your board to SOARR
There are literally more than 1 million items related to non-profit board service on Google. Here is one more that puts board management into an acronym, SOARR, which will hopefully give you 5 things you can do with your board.
5 things for a strong finish
In a few weeks we will enter the last quarter of the year. Distraction for our donors is everywhere with disasters, political campaigns, and highly charged philosophical debates over history. For the sake of our missions and our organizations, we
“Donor Experience”
In the 80’s Sally Struthers would stand next to a malnourished child and invite you to give less than a cup of coffee each day. If you gave this meager amount, you would “adopt” a child and get regular
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