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Why the Last Board Gifts Are the Hardest to Secure, And What to Do

Why the Last Board Gifts Are the Hardest to Secure, And What to Do

By Sarah Plimpton

In recent weeks, I’ve found myself in more than a few conversations with nonprofit leaders who are stumped and frustrated about reaching the all-important campaign milestone of 100% board participation. The specifics from conversation to ...

Filed Under: Board Readiness, Major Gifts

The Truth About “Truthfulness” in Campaign Feasibility Study Interviews

The Truth About “Truthfulness” in Campaign Feasibility Study Interviews

By Steven Shattuck

In my role at Capital Campaign Pro, I have had the opportunity to give dozens of webinars and presentations to thousands of nonprofit leaders on the subject of capital campaigns, leveraging technology, and engaging donors. In these ...

Filed Under: Feasibility Study

How to Handle Fundraising Volunteers Who Don’t Follow Through

How to Handle Fundraising Volunteers Who Don’t Follow Through

By Andrea Kihlstedt

How many hours do you spend trying to wrangle your volunteers to do what they said they’d do? And what happens when they don’t? On a recent consulting call, a board member said that he hadn’t made the donor calls he had promised to make a ...

Filed Under: Donor Cultivation, General Campaign

Best Ways to Express Gratitude Throughout Your Capital Campaign

Best Ways to Express Gratitude Throughout Your Capital Campaign

By Amy Eisenstein

Tis the season of giving thanks -- so volunteer and donor recognition may be top of mind. But meaningful gratitude is so much more than a plaque on the wall or a well-crafted thank-you note. At its core, gratitude is about making sure the ...

Filed Under: Donor Cultivation, General Campaign

How a Pre-Ask Meeting Sets Up a Successful Major Gift Ask

How a Pre-Ask Meeting Sets Up a Successful Major Gift Ask

By Sarah Plimpton

When you’re preparing to invite a major donor to make a campaign gift, there’s a critical step that too many nonprofits skip: the pre-ask strategy meeting. This meeting happens after you’ve shared your campaign’s vision and various ...

Filed Under: Major Gifts

Creating a Capital Campaign Budget that Works: Quick Guide

Creating Your Capital Campaign Budget + Interactive Template

By Amy Eisenstein

When you think about fundraising costs, always consider your return on investment (ROI). How much is “reasonable” to spend to raise a dollar? Depending on what type of fundraising you’re doing, the cost to raise $1 ranges anywhere from ...

Filed Under: Campaign Planning, General Campaign, Most Popular

Meeting the Moment: How Food Banks and All Nonprofits Can Prepare for a Sudden Spotlight

By Steven Shattuck

As the longest federal government shutdown in modern memory stretches on, one of the most serious and immediate ripple effects is falling on America’s hunger-relief network. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is expected ...

Filed Under: General Campaign

Do I Need to Hire an Owner's Rep for my Capital Campaign? 3 Reasons You Should

Do I Need to Hire an Owner’s Rep for my Capital Campaign? 3 Reasons You Should

By Capital Campaign Pro Team

The following is guest post by Sanjeevanee Vidwans, an Independent Capital Project Management Consultant. She has more than 25 years of experience delivering capital projects in both public and private sectors. If you are embarking on a ...

Filed Under: General Campaign

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