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Just starting out? Not sure what to do next? Want better results?

No one is born knowing how fundraising works. You have to learn it. The faster you build your skills and confidence, the faster you can change lives!

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Donor-based fundraising is about surrounding yourself with people who give because they care about your nonprofit’s mission. It’s not about selling stuff, begging, or arm twisting. It’s about connecting people who already love your work with those who need help, all done through the programs your nonprofit offers. Your donors give because they want to see you succeed!

Motivate Donors to Give

Keep donors reading, responding and GIVING! Learn how to craft messages that resonate and stick with prospects, so you open donors’ hearts and wallets.

Build a Loyal Donor Base

Find the perfect new donors. Surround yourself with people who share your mission and help you grow. Nurture donors to keep them connected and engaged.

Grow Predictable Revenue

Choose the right mix of events, grants, and asks. Develop clear plans, so you know exactly which strategies bring in the most money for your nonprofit, year after year.

Here’s how it works

If you’re new to fundraising, or you’ve tried raising money and can’t seem to bring enough in, the whole process can seem hard, stressful or overwhelming.

Donor-based fundraising is all about valuing the donor more than their donation. It’s about the relationship and helping the donor feel connected to your work. And it’s about treating donors as partners in the work, not just a money source.

Once you put those pieces in place, fundraising becomes easier and more predictable, and who doesn’t want that?

You’ll need:

  • A big donor base of ideal donor prospects who love your mission and want to see you succeed.
  • An inspirational invitation to give that grabs people by the heartstrings.
  • A plan for asking and communicating so that people feel like they’re part of the team.

Here’s how it works

If you’re new to fundraising, or you’ve tried raising money and can’t seem to bring enough in, the whole process can seem hard, stressful or overwhelming.

Donor-based fundraising is all about valuing the donor more than their donation. It’s about the relationship and helping the donor feel connected to your work. And it’s about treating donors as partners in the work, not just a money source.

Once you put those pieces in place, fundraising becomes easier and more predictable, and who doesn’t want that?”

You’ll need:

  • A big donor base of ideal donor prospects who love your mission and want to see you succeed.
  • An inspirational invitation to give that grabs people by the heartstrings.
  • A plan for asking and communicating so that people feel like they’re part of the team.

Start with these free resources

We’re here to build your skills, support your questions and grow your nonprofit. We might even become your biggest cheerleaders along the way!

  • Beginners Guide to Fundraising 
    When you’re just getting started, fundraising can seem daunting. Even intimidating. The more you learn and build your skill, the better you get and the more money you can raise. More money means changing more lives (and that’s what we’re here for, right?). So, to get you started, here’s our “Fundraising Guide for Beginners”.
  • Customized Fundraising Path
    If you are struggling with your next steps for Fundraising, what you need is a clear path forward. That’s why we created the Fundraising Success Quiz so you can find your path to get fully funded! In less than two minutes, you can see exactly where your nonprofit is now along the Fundraising Success Path. And what you can do next to move forward.
  • Video tips on demand
    Get real-world fundraising tips in short videos that you can binge whenever you like. Get insight, clarity and focus with our famous down-home charm. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and get notified every time we add a new one.
  • Weekly Fundraising tips
    Get weekly tips, tools, and inspiration to help you raise the money you need to grow your nonprofit. Sign up now for the Inspiration Zone, delivered right to your inbox.
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