Jun
07
2024
Asking for Help is a Strength, Not a Weakness
The Stigma Around Asking for Help Growing up, I was often taught that asking for help was a sign of weakness. The prevailing mindset was that...
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May
21
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 64
Episode 64 Join us as for Episode 64 as we sit down with the charismatic Lynne Wester and dive into the world of successful fundraising strategies....
May
17
2024
Special Events: Creating Inclusive Spaces
Understanding the Importance of Creating Inclusive Spaces in Special Events I have come to deeply appreciate the significance of creating inclusive spaces. Inclusivity goes beyond simply...
May
03
2024
Top Ways to Blow an Ask
As a fundraiser, I have learned that asking for money is an art form. It requires a delicate balance of strategy, preparation, and understanding of the...
Apr
12
2024
Am I Being Ghosted? Unraveling the Signs and Solutions
As I sit here pondering the mysteries of human behavior, one question that often crosses my mind is, “Am I being ghosted?” Ghosting, the act of...
Apr
02
2024
Tales From the Trenches Tuesdays Episode 59
Episode 59 If you’re looking for tips on how to make the perfect ask when it comes to raising funds for your organization or project, then...
Mar
15
2024
In Fundraising, Honesty is the Best Policy
As a fundraiser, I have come to realize that truth is not just a moral principle, but a crucial element in building strong and lasting relationships...
Jan
19
2024
A Look Back
We have just hit the halfway mark of the first month of the year. Statistically speaking, we are now 4% of the way through 2024. That...
Dec
01
2023
Stop and Smell the Roses!
The last couple of months of a calendar year are the busiest for those in the fundraising world. Perhaps it is because of the holiday season...
Nov
10
2023
Tales from the Trenches Tuesdays Season Two
Get ready, because the wait is almost over! I am absolutely thrilled and filled with excitement to announce that Season Two launches on Tuesday, November 14th....