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Finding an Attitude of Gratitude
December 8, 2023
Thanking donors starts with cultivating gratitude. In development work, focus on the provider rather than the provision and let gratitude flow.
In Fundraising, Asking is an Invitation
August 25, 2023
Donors are asking where God is at work. As a fundraiser, your job is to point donors to the work God is doing—and invite them to join.
Start Early: Six Steps for Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign
August 4, 2023
Your nonprofit’s development work matters more than ever. With charitable giving down, now is the time to start year-end fundraising plans.
5 Tips to Connect with Donors in your Year-End Fundraising
October 21, 2022
Differentiate your ministry throughout year-end fundraising by practicing these healthy habits that are going to captivate donors' hearts.
Four Keys for Fundraisers to Navigate Economic Uncertainty
July 29, 2022
As year-end fundraising plans are made, focus on sharing the impact of your work, but be transparent about the increasing costs you face.
Connecting with Donors’ December Spirit
November 27, 2020
Many worthy causes are clamoring for attention from the same group of donors. How do you ensure you are heard? As you engage donors in this critical time, consider these communication tips.
2020 Year-End Advisor Checklist
November 13, 2020
The end of 2020 is drawing near (thank goodness!), and year-end planning conversations are occurring with clients. Because of the unique laws in 2020, including the CARES Act and the SECURE Act, Russell James provided a helpful...
Create Opportunity for Creative Year-End Generosity
November 6, 2020
It is hard to believe November is already upon us! As unusual as this year has been, it has still flown by. This means that we are coming upon the end of the year, which is a time when many people perform the majority of their charitable giving.
Creating Meaningful Year-End Plans with Your Clients
October 9, 2020
As a financial advisor, you can help families have constructive and even fun conversations about wealth. Here are a few ways to help your clients create meaningful year-end decisions that merge values, wealth, and generosity together.
Flip the Script: Year-End Planning
August 28, 2020
Year-end giving is upon us. Okay, at least the planning part is. If you do not have a year-end giving plan yet, my advice is to get one. If you do, my advice is to adjust it.