Protected: Nonprofit Fundraising 101 – Hanover

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!First, let’s take a quick “True or False?” quiz. Next, let’s discuss the basics of nonprofit fundraising.  Take advantage of this powerpoint presentation, as well as this written introduction.  Plus, check out these brief reference materials on 7 Donor Types and Inclusiveness. Now, the fun...

5 Must-Ask Questions During Your Fundraising Interview

If you are job hunting for a fundraising job, I strongly encourage you to get your questions answered before the details of an offer are even discussed. Start with these must-ask questions. 1. How do you measure fundraising success and assess my effectiveness? You should know if your efforts will be judged by dollar goals, contact frequency, and/or departmental objectives. 2. Has your...

Indy Intern Opportunity

If you are interested in… Growing your portfolio of professional projects Learning how to manage relationship-based fundraising Developing communications skills Working in an open, collaborative work environment And you live in Central Indiana… Consider applying for an internship opportunity as Advancement Associate at The Oaks Academy in Indianapolis.  Get the position details in...

Confessions From A Millennial Who Could Do Without Facebook

Because Facebook rolled out during my college years, it is just a regular part of my life. Nothing life-altering or earth-shattering about it. I don’t even blink an eye while others outcry in response to changes on Facebook. See, I remember the real change on Facebook that actually changed everything – the ability to create an account without a university email address. Now that was a...

Ready for Change in Your Funding Relationships?

By Guest Blogger Carmen Knowles How do your funding relationships look at this point? Do you only interact with a foundation when youare submitting a proposal, at the required reporting period(s), or when you are thanking them for theirdonation at the end of a granting period? Do you interact with individuals only when you feel they havethe greatest potential to give to your...