Is your nonprofit organization relying on the fundraising quick fix?
Roger, we have a problem.Revenue is down. What do we do? What steps can we take immediately to get us on track?Let's see; here are some possible options.Could we fire or lay off some staff and immediately reduce expenses?
We…
How to solve any nonprofit organization’s fundraising challenges using a simple system
Things have been moving fast and furious lately.Working long hours, late nights, and on weekends to keep up with all the nonprofit work.This past weekend, my body revolted, and I had an appendix attack. I was immediately rushed in for…
Asking the question of “why” when your nonprofit fundraising strategy tanks
Why did our last fundraising appeal "tank"? Why is our donor retention rate so low? Why are we not acquiring new donors?The big question of "Why!"In Peter Senge's book, The Fifth Disciple Fieldbook, Rick Ross points out, "We live in…
How to craft an effective and impactful plan for your next fundraising fiscal year
For many, as the calendars switch to spring, our organisations begin their budget planning season in preparation of a new fiscal year. As a result, development departments are often hard-pressed to come up budget sometimes right in the middle…
How to keep your small shop fundraising focus on your major donor work
After having served most of my career as a Director of Development in a small organisation, I understand the realities of trying to handle all of the major tasks and responsibilities that come up daily; plus the fires that seem to endlessly…
We’re growing our interim fundraising division to help YOU reach your possibility.
Let me share a story with you...A few years back when I first started consulting, I provided organisations like yourself with strategic fund development audits and assessments and then crafted finely honed plans.What I thought were roadmaps…
How to get your fundraising “Mojo” back through finding your ideal development position
Not satisfied with where you are currently in your field? Feeling like you have lost your "Mojo?"I know the feeling, I have "been there done that" as they say.What often happens next, is that we begin to apply for job after job with…
Create an “evergreen” grants management system
Ever wonder the best way to approach your foundation research? Not sure where to begin or what tools to use? Don't want to have to do research over and over again each year? Do you have changing priorities that need constant research? …
Characteristics of a good development director
Technical skill or personality, which is most important when hiring a new Director of Development?That is a great question.And, while both would be ideal, that is not always a guarantee.So, what do you look for in this case?While…
Creating a system of reconciliation for your fundraising and finance offices
Development and Finance both report financial numbers to the Board of Directors, but sometimes the numbers reported don't add up. Questioning Board members wonder, "Whose numbers are correct?" While embarrassing at times, it may just be that…
How to pack your annual operating expenses into a family of funds
Have you ever wondered if all you can ask for is general operating support? Or perhaps, you asked how you could offer different projects for your donors to support without creating restricted donations?I recommend to my clients that they…
How to evaluate your fundraising grants management program
The many factors that affect grant writing success are incredibly diverse. They include such things as the reputation and professionalism of the organisation; the quality of the program or evaluation design; the qualifications of proposed…
