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Reading Time: 19 minutesUniversities and other higher education institutions are among the most complex nonprofit organizations. Their fundraising needs and processes are understandably complex, too. If you work in a higher education development or advancement department, there’s a lot on…
Reading Time: 11 minutesA capital campaign feasibility study, also called a campaign planning study, helps nonprofits prepare for major fundraising campaigns. By analyzing your fundraising infrastructure and potential for financial support, an effective study helps you lay the groundwork for…
Reading Time: 11 minutesFor private and independent schools, fundraising plays a critical role in ensuring students receive a top-notch education and are equipped with the resources they need to thrive. But for their fundraising efforts to make a sustained, significant…
Reading Time: 13 minutesA grateful patient fundraising program is an essential component of your healthcare institution’s development strategy. These programs give patients an outlet to support your organization beyond a heartfelt “thank you” by philanthropically expressing their gratitude to the…
Reading Time: 13 minutesHospitals, clinics, and medical research and educational institutions have complex needs. For these organizations to run smoothly and effectively serve their patients, many moving pieces must fit into place—and they all rely on funding. Healthcare fundraising plays…
Reading Time: 9 minutes“Why do you support our organization?” This seems like a simple question for donors, but it often goes unasked. Even the most experienced fundraising professionals can run into the trap of assuming they already know the why…
Reading Time: 7 minutesWhether you’re requesting meetings off-site or inviting a prospect to visit your nonprofit for a special activity or tour, email is most fundraising professionals’ go-to for communication. Though email is a ubiquitous outreach tool, creating an email…
Reading Time: 9 minutesAs a member of your nonprofit’s board of directors, you’re responsible for steering its future, advising on budgetary concerns, and practicing continuous oversight. You and many of your fellow board members are also likely major donors. These…
Reading Time: 6 minutesEvery organization seeks new donors to grow. However, strengthening relationships with prospective high-value supporters takes time, which is why nonprofits need to focus on donor qualification to narrow down their top prospects. Donor qualification may seem simple…
Reading Time: 11 minutesAs every nonprofit professional knows, each new capital campaign or other fundraising initiative is a challenge. Even when you understand your audience and why they choose to give, carefully crafting your messages and appeals to meet the…