Tackling a 20-Million Donor Loss
Since the start of the pandemic, there has been an uneasiness lingering among fundraising professionals. Back in 2020, many of us were holding our breath to see how the shut-down…
A Regency-Era Crowd Pleaser
“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…
The Digital Transition
For the past few years, I've been speaking, posting, and climbing on my proverbial soapbox to talk about the importance of digital initiatives for nonprofit organizations. In fact, it’s the…
To Ask or Not to Ask
Charities across the country are struggling with the decision to fundraise during the coronavirus pandemic. Cancelled events have delivered a tremendous blow to organizations that rely heavily on these activities…
A Staff of One
We found a cozy little table in the corner of the food hall and, with delectable treats in hand, dove right into the challenges and questions we had for one…
Seventy Hours a Week
“I work up to 70 hours a week and I don’t get paid for it. But I love it. I love every minute of it.” I was talking with Doug…
The Digital Imperative
We were in a small cozy office. I sat across the desk from her. She sighed. “I’ve been in this business for 15 years. I know what we need to…
Crafting a Digital Campaign
"We're so behind on digital fundraising... I don't even know where to start!" I've heard this phrase more times than I can count recently from development officers at conferences and…
Bob Ross FTW
“What about Bob Ross?,” I said. “Yes... He’s iconic, he’s revered by our traditional audiences, and younger generations love him,” our social media manager contemplated, “we could do trivia and…