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Read more about the article Unsatisfied: A Donor Story

Unsatisfied: A Donor Story

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:20 August, 2021
  • Post category:Professional

Swindled at the MarketI was wandering through a popup farmers market and had no intention of buying olive oil. But she drew me in with her chatty, friendly demeanor. She…

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Read more about the article The CFRE Journey

The CFRE Journey

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:28 July, 2021
  • Post category:Professional

I walked out of the Community College of Philadelphia in mental fog. The summer sun was blinding, and I had to stop and blink a few times to adjust my…

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Read more about the article Flourish with Funnels

Flourish with Funnels

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:18 July, 2021
  • Post category:Professional

In many organizations, there is an intense focus on the solicitation – the perfect email, the well-crafted letter, the superb script, the proper placement of the phone number for an…

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Read more about the article The AmazonSmile Predicament… and a Solution!

The AmazonSmile Predicament… and a Solution!

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:29 June, 2021
  • Post category:Professional

If you have been in fundraising for any length of time, chances are you’ve heard these comments:“Why aren’t we promoting AmazonSmile? It’s such an easy way to raise money.”“PrimeDay is…

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Read more about the article A Regency-Era Crowd Pleaser

A Regency-Era Crowd Pleaser

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:12 May, 2021
  • Post category:Behind the Scenes

“It is a truth universally acknowledged” that Jane Austen and her timeless novels draw devoted fans from around the world. Followers swoon over her brooding, leading men and delight in…

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Read more about the article Highlight Reel: Insider’s Guide Presentation

Highlight Reel: Insider’s Guide Presentation

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:22 March, 2021
  • Post category:Professional

While we can’t deny the devastating impact of the pandemic over the past year, there are a few silver linings to acknowledge. One: the accessibility to conferences and trainings in…

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Read more about the article Frazzled Fundraisers Unite!

Frazzled Fundraisers Unite!

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:18 November, 2020
  • Post category:Professional

It was a foggy, gray morning and I was struggling to come up with the next round of fundraising support that I could offer my CharityJen network. I stared at…

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Read more about the article The Spaghetti on the Wall

The Spaghetti on the Wall

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:22 October, 2020
  • Post category:Professional

The time: 2008. “Social media was just starting to become mainstream. Facebook had nearly tripled its growth to 145 million users. Twitter grew that year by over 752%. LinkedIn went…

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Read more about the article Just Do Something: Lessons in a Pandemic

Just Do Something: Lessons in a Pandemic

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:8 October, 2020
  • Post category:Professional

She closed her eyes and shook her head, "just do SOMETHING," she said, " you just have to do something!" Jeannie Neathery was explaining her organization's pivot to a virtual…

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Read more about the article Fundraising Success in a Pandemic

Fundraising Success in a Pandemic

  • Post author:CharityJen
  • Post published:18 August, 2020
  • Post category:Professional

In a recent call with nonprofit consultants from across the county, a frightening statistic was shared: up to 40% of charities might be forced to close because of the pandemic.…

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Recent Posts

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