Category: Fundraising

From an Event Manager | Focus on the End Goal: Donor Engagement + Retention

Here are some suggestions to include in your event work plans to put a focus on event attendee retention and engagement. […]


I’m a 20 Year Old Student and This Is Why I’m Not Coming to Your Fundraiser

What could organizations do better to get and keep the attention of younger generations? […]


Finding the Usual Suspects in your Database

Call them what you will, but these are the people that expressed interest in your organization and mission and are waiting to hear more. […]


Another Case of FOMO? Or Is There Really a Need for MORE Cultivation Events?

One thing you can do to help bolster enthusiasm for your organization is to hold more events that engage your active patrons and members, at all levels. […]


Diners, Drive Ins and Donors

Year after year retention rates have, at best, stayed flat. […]


It’s a New Day for Fundraising . . . Or Is It?

There is no one-size-fits-all for Millennials (just like there was never one for Baby Boomers). […]


Charitable Giving Grew to Record Levels in 2014

American’s were more generous than ever in 2014 according to the latest Giving USA report. […]


What Can Our Past Tell Us About Our Future?

Statistical data help us understand how our programs are performing and highlight opportunities for improvement. […]


Turning Event Donors into Annual Donors

How do I get more out of my event donors? Nonprofits continue to ask this question, but it seems most have yet to figure out the answer. […]


Why Pitch Competitions Matter in Spurring Nonprofit Innovation

Any organization, whether for-profit or nonprofit, start up or long-time member of the community, can benefit from being ready to take the stage. […]