Fundraising Tips & Ideas
The latest fundraising methods and tips.
Fundraising Myth #6: Fundraising conflicts with church tithing
July 14, 2010
School fundraisers you have a unique ministry opportunity!
The Annual Fund is the Foundation of Your Fundraising
July 14, 2010
Funding the vision requires the active involvement of your families
There's No 'I' In Team—at least not these
June 29, 2010
The Team Is Key To Fundraising Success, So Choose Wisely and Intentionally
Give 'em Something to Talk About
May 3, 2010
People talk about the unusual, the outliers, the unexpected.
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April 27, 2010
A well-designed pledge card makes the job easier
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April 11, 2010
Every school leader, teacher, and fund raiser should apply the S.U.C.C.E.S.S. formula
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April 6, 2010
Graduation is a great opportunity for donor relationship building
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April 4, 2010
After the ask, be quiet and listen
Self-Awareness Leads to Generosity
March 29, 2010
Generosity doesn't happen by accident--it is a choice that is made every day.
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March 24, 2010
Success awaits the person who knows what he wants and has a burning desire to possess it
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March 15, 2010
The data that enables you to communicate effectively with donors
"When is the best time to raise money?"
March 7, 2010
Fund raising is a habit that should be done consistently and constantly
The People Who Whine the Most Give the Least
March 4, 2010
Invest your time with the majority of families who generously give to your mission.
"How do I know how much to ask for?"
March 3, 2010
You can ask for too little but you can't ask for too much
Fundraising magic is in the people, not the software
February 27, 2010
Picking the right people for your fundraising team is all about ability.
Plan to reach your fundraising goals
February 27, 2010
Careful preparation of your annual fund plan will greatly improve your success rate
Leverage Your School Calendar For Donor Cultivation
February 22, 2010
Every major event on your school calendar should be a relationship building time with donors.
Fundraising Happens--Even During a Recession
February 19, 2010
Donor relationships must be cultivated even more aggressively during times of economic turmoil.
The School Board is Vital to Fundraising
February 16, 2010
The board must be the first to give and must be active in engaging donors for the annual fund campaign.
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February 6, 2010
Acknowledging gifts shows gratitude and helps the donor comply with tax rules.
Selling the School Doesn't Mean the School is For Sale
February 3, 2010
No amount of money is worth sacrificing the leadership of the school.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you
February 1, 2010
Thank Yous are essential to effective fundraising.
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January 25, 2010
Make your donors look those students and teachers in the eyes.
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January 19, 2010
Donors who engage with their time and talent will give more money -- A lot more.
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January 18, 2010
The effectiveness of your direct mail fundraising campaign is directly related to the quality of your database.
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January 18, 2010
The 90-10 Rule: On average, 90% of the money that you will raise will be given by 10% of your donor base.
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January 18, 2010
Every employee of your school is in the fundraising business, and your success depends on making this attitude a core part of your faculty culture.
