

The Secret Weapon for Successful Events: Board Members
Yes. When it comes to events, the Development Director or Event Planner will do the heavy lifting, but Board members can take your event...


The Power of Paying Attention
Who would think a "like" on FaceBook would influence a potential donor? It did me. I'd been watching Clarity, a nonprofit that offers a...


5ks & galas & golf - Oh my!
Nonprofits, especially young nonprofits often spend a great deal of time and effort on special events to raise money. The result is...


Looking for support? Who cares - -
Your mission needs funding Who cares! No. Really. Who cares? You have a mission that is unique and worthy of support. You need funds to...


Small gifts - huge impact
It was my first job as a Director of Development. A small, Christian School in a little town in a southern corner of North Carolina took...


Getting in the door with donors
You rock on social media. Your nonprofit has lots of likes, tons of shares, and folks are clicking like crazy on your links. But - - Five...


The power of feeling understood
As a Director of Development, I quickly learned that I wasn't asking people for money. I was giving good folks a chance to be part of...


Make major donors feel extra special
All donors deserve thanks. They make it possible for nonprofits to do their good work. Thank every donor. Thank them often - in many...