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February 2025 News – Board Retreat: Kick-Off to 2025!

Stewardship: The End and Beginning of a New Solicitation Cycle Stewardship is the flipside of cultivation. Stewardship comes into action after a gift is received. Stewardship is how you keep your donors by letting them know that their gift is appreciated and will be put to good use. With the…
vicky
February 13, 2025
Fundraising Plan
Fundraising

Creating a Fundraising Plan That Really Works: What You Should Know

Creating a fundraising plan is like drawing a map for your nonprofit's journey. It guides your efforts, helping you reach your goals efficiently. A solid plan gives everyone involved clear directions and a better understanding of what's needed to accomplish those objectives. To get started, knowing who your supporters are…
vicky
January 16, 2025
Board of Directors Annual Retreat
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January 2025 News – Board Retreat: Kick-Off to 2025!

Board Retreat: Kick-Off to 2025! A retreat for a board of directors focuses these stakeholders on why they are involved, and why they are committed to your organization. The first quarter of your fiscal year is the best time to have a board retreat. For many organizations this timeframe coincides…
vicky
January 10, 2025
Fundraising Plan
Fundraising

Creating a Fundraising Plan That Works

Creating a fundraising plan that works is essential for any nonprofit organization. A good plan keeps your team focused, organized, and ready to meet your financial goals. It also helps build trust with donors by showing that your organization is committed to using funds wisely and effectively. The first step…
vicky
December 22, 2024
Fundraising
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Coaching to Improve Fundraising Skills

Raising funds is essential for any nonprofit. Without enough money, it’s hard to support programs, pay staff, and achieve your mission. Having strong fundraising skills makes all the difference. But these skills don’t always come naturally. That’s where coaching can help. Through coaching, fundraisers can learn better techniques, build confidence,…
vicky
November 26, 2024
End of year fundraising, wrap-up, evaluation and getting ready for the new year is so important, it needs two newsletters.
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November 2024 News – End of Year Wrap Up, Eval, Get Ready, Part 2

End of Year Wrap Up, Eval, Get Ready, Part 2 We’re Still Here, 4th Quarter End of year fundraising, wrap-up, evaluation and getting ready for the new year is so important, it needs two newsletters. Last month, October, you made your plan. You have a theme for your messaging, you…
vicky
November 13, 2024
Fundraising
Fundraising

Steps to Craft a Perfect Fundraising Plan

Creating a fundraising plan is essential for any nonprofit. It helps you raise the money you need to support your programs and achieve your mission. Without a solid plan, your efforts may lack direction and fall short of your financial goals. A well-crafted fundraising plan provides a clear roadmap, making…
vicky
November 13, 2024
End of Year: Make It Happen, Wrap It Up, Evaluate, and Get Ready, Part 1
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October 2024 News – End of Year: Make It Happen, Wrap It Up, Evaluate, and Get Ready, Part 1

End of Year: Make It Happen, Wrap It Up, Evaluate, and Get Ready, Part 1 Remember this - Donors who support your organization year after year is the key to a successful end-of-year appeal It’s as simple and as hard as that. Cultivation and stewardship matter. Some important facts about…
vicky
October 9, 2024

About Fundraising: The Podcast