Which gift would accomplish more good for your charity’s mission: $100,000 in cash or the gift of a single-family home valued at the median sales price in your state? In all 50 states your answer should be the gift of real estate. And if commercial property is involved, the decision is not even close. The
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As a fundraising consultant with a practice in the arts, culture, and public media, I’ve encountered organizations with compelling missions and established fundraising programs that are falling short of strategically advancing prospect relationships. In fact, it’s not uncommon to see large and relatively successful arts organizations neglecting a core fundraising strategy: a comprehensive prospect management
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In the world of nonprofit fundraising, understanding your donors’ capacity to give is key to creating effective strategies and maximizing contributions. Wealth screening is a powerful tool that helps you gain insights into your donors’ financial capacity, allowing you to tailor your fundraising efforts more effectively. In this blog, we’ll discuss what wealth screening is,
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The new year inspires us to take stock, get organized, and energize the efforts we put toward our goals and dreams. Nonprofit organizations have meaningful, and often challenging, goals, so starting the year off by adopting these four essential fundraising practices to set the pace for a fruitful year ahead. Reflect on Your Challenges Start
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