Too often, fundraising begins with a dollar goal before it has a story worth telling. But donors are not motivated solely because of the dollar amounts needed to complete fundraising goals. They give because a narrative calls to them — a narrative where they see...
Why 3-Year Trends Matter More Than One-Time Gifts In fundraising, it’s tempting to celebrate when overall dollars go up. But behind every headline is a deeper truth: a few big gifts can mask donor erosion, retention challenges, and a weakening grassroots base. Thanks...
This post continues a three-part series exploring relationship-based philanthropy and nonprofit sustainability. While the main blog outlines the broader renewed focus toward deeper donor engagement, this piece looks more closely at major donor development—how...
What is the most meaningful gift you can give?In Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the answer often begins quietly—a meal shared, a child encouraged, a door opened when the world felt closed. These aren’t abstract outcomes—they’re the living proof of what happens when...
What Nonprofit Leaders Need to Know Right Now If it feels like the ground is shifting under your feet, you’re not imagining it. With shifting government decisions, unpredictable program funding, tax changes, and economic volatility, nonprofit leaders are carrying more...
