Capital Campaigns
12 Tactics for Fundraising in a Recession
Fundraising in a recession might sound like an oxymoron, but Benefactor Group has proven success in doing just that for over one hundred nonprofits nationwide. It’s not that asking for …
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How do you speak about your cause? Where do you talk about it? You might pull out your “elevator speech” at lunch, or share some not-so-small-talk at a cocktail party, …
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In 2013, the first version of this paper was published in Advancing Philanthropy. With the 2015 US Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges securing marriage equality, and the increased …
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The Ant and the Grasshopper, one of Aesop’s Fables, is the story of the grasshopper who plays and frolics all summer long, while the ant plans and works for the …
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A capital campaign is a powerful, one-of-a-kind opportunity to transform your organization. When done correctly, a capital campaign: Renews and deepens existing donor relationships; Builds new relationships and a broader …
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Q: What general trends have you noticed lately among arts and culture organizations? Has anything changed significantly over the past few years? A: Leaders in arts and culture recognize that old …
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This is the year to thrive, to make the most of your mission, and to serve the common good as never before. As you review the priorities that will make …
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