Campaigns are not "business as usual." Far from it. Your campaign is a once-in-a-decade, perhaps a once-in-a-generation, opportunity for your organization. So, don't sell yourself short. Instead, make sure you're prepared to seize the moment. How? Good planning—lining up everything you need on the front end. Running a successful campaign takes resources and infrastructure above-and-beyond your "business as usual" fundraising … [Read more...] about Campaign Readiness – Leadership
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Do you need a feasibility study?
So, do you really need to pay a consulting firm big bucks to run a feasibility study for you? … [Read more...] about Do you need a feasibility study?
Your Next Campaign: Laying the Foundation
In my last post, I made the case for big, bold fundraising campaigns and why you need to be in one. The main reason, of course, is to maximize your organization's philanthropic potential and do something big to advance your mission. Beyond that, however, a campaign can catalyze other benefits, including increased awareness, new relationships, an elevated culture of philanthropy, and energized stakeholders. So, revisit that post for the … [Read more...] about Your Next Campaign: Laying the Foundation
You Need to Be in a Campaign
It's true. Your non-profit really should be in a capital campaign right now. If you aren't in a campaign currently, that’s OK. Just make sure you're getting ready for your next one! Why? The obvious answer is that capital campaigns help you do big, mission-critical things—the kind of stuff that your annual fund, or your golf tournament just can’t do for you. Whether it's building buildings, adding programs, or … [Read more...] about You Need to Be in a Campaign