What should you say to get people to donate?
Your words matter when you’re asking people to donate. If you inspire people, you’ll get a gift. If you
How to create your new nonprofit’s first budget
When your nonprofit is new, a budget is a critical tool to help you manage both your organization and
How to get Board members to step up to a leadership role
Your Board exists to provide leadership for your nonprofit. Whether you have a working Board, a governing Board or something
Simplifying nonprofit strategic planning for beginners
Nonprofit strategic planning does not have to be complicated or time consuming. Yet most people cringe at the thought of
A game of 20 questions for small, growing nonprofits
Fundraising people are full of questions. Who, where, when, why, how much….. asking to seek knowledge and find ways to
Top 5 Things to Do Before You Write Your First Grant
If there’s one question we hear more than any other from newbies, startups, and folks with underfunded nonprofits, it’s this:
10 weird things that happen when you grow your donor base
The key to long-term, sustainable fundraising is having a big donor base of people who WANT to support your nonprofit’s
5 Steps to Building Your First Productive, Working Board
For new, young, and small nonprofits, the Board of Directors provides leadership and governance for the organization. They’re there
7 ways to find your first (or next) speaking gig for your nonprofit
One of your greatest challenges as a new, young, or small nonprofit is to raise awareness about your mission and
6 Tips to Get it Right When Hiring Staff for Your Nonprofit
Congratulations! Your nonprofit is growing and it’s time to get help.Getting help isn’t always easy, especially if you like being