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Are You Afraid of Fundraising?

Here are a few of the most common fears nonprofit leaders and volunteers experience — and how to start overcoming them.

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The Importance of Letting Go

So how do you avoid overwhelm and keep your year-end fundraising strong? It comes down to being intentional—and learning what to let go.

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Set Year-End Appeal Goals That Deliver

Check out these seven easy steps to setting year-end appeal goals that deliver and don’t burn you out. Plus a free worksheet to help you get started.

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Ask For What You Need

I’d love to hear from you. Let me know what you need to make your fundraising life easier.

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Resilience: Your Superpower in a Changing World

In the dynamic and often unpredictable world of nonprofit fundraising, the ability to bounce back, adapt, and thrive in the face of adversity is not just a valuable trait—it's an absolute necessity.

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Why Finance Should Be Your BFF

Building a strong relationship between fundraising and finance isn't just beneficial; it's essential. Here's why you should make your finance colleagues your closest allies.

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10 Ways to Engage Younger Donors

Engaging younger donors requires understanding their values, communication preferences, and motivations for giving. Read on for 10 ways to engage this key demographic.

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