The Importance of Fundraising Mentors
The South Sound chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is launching their mentorship program - and I'm honored to be a...
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Chris B.
Jun 121 min
Or Current Occupant
I’m still new enough in my journey as a consultant that I’m excited when I get mail addressed to Resolute Philanthropy. That being said –...
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Chris B.
Apr 291 min
Last Chance for Free Coaching!
Time is running out for a free coaching session! Fundraising succeeds when strategy, leadership, and attitude are aligned. When an...
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Chris B.
Apr 221 min
Attitude - A Team Effort
In fundraising (and in life), attitude matters. Teams and organizations with a scarcity mindset – or with a mindset that avoids mistakes...
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Chris B.
Apr 11 min
Transform your fundraising today!
Fundraising succeeds when strategy, leadership, and attitude are aligned. When an organization's fundraising strategy is supported by...
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Chris B.
Mar 292 min
Road Trip & Some Regret
Have you ever left a meeting or presentation and realized that you forgot to mention something? Here's an example. Yesterday, my flight...
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Chris B.
Mar 201 min
A tough lesson to learn
Fundraising is filled with hard-won lessons. They can be tech-oriented (what happens to a mailing when you screw up the sorting on a XLS...
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Chris B.
Feb 271 min
What Are You Waiting For?
This is it! The very last day to sign up for Resolute Philanthropy’s Transformative Fundraising webinar series. Over the next four weeks,...
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Chris B.
Feb 231 min
Almost time for the webinar!
We are days away from the Transformative Fundraising webinar series from Resolute Philanthropy. It’s been a challenge – but a fun one –...
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Chris B.
Feb 211 min
Attitude Adjustment
Does your organization need a fundraising attitude adjustment? It’s more common than you think. Bad habits and limiting thoughts and...
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Chris B.
Feb 201 min
Without leadership, fundraising dies
Without leadership, fundraising dies. Staff will burn out. Donors will drift away. The mission will falter – and fail. Of course, the...
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Chris B.
Feb 152 min
Case Study: Fundraising Strategy Components
A robust fundraising strategy is made up of several connected parts and systems. Stewardship plans, gift acceptance procedures,...
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Chris B.
Feb 71 min
Computer Cabinet Philanthropy
Yesterday, I suddenly found myself thinking about the computer cabinet in my home growing up. 💻💻💻💻 (I'm in the midst of a move, so...
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Chris B.
Jan 241 min
Seems Too Good to be True
I knew it was too good to be true. The box promised a simple set up. Download the app, plug in the device and then - BAM - the wi-fi that...
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Chris B.
Sep 6, 20231 min
Fundraising in the Media: Telemarketers
Have you seen the HBO documentary series "Telemarketers"? It's a fantastic (and scary) look at telemarketing scams - and follows two DIY...
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Chris B.
Aug 2, 20232 min
Is your annual giving leading to major gifts?
Fundraisers – have you ever had this conversation? “Make sure that donor X isn’t on the list for the annual appeal – she’s a major...
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Chris B.
Jul 13, 20231 min
Empowered Leadership: Relationships & Social Enterprise
Leadership is a key element of a successful fundraising campaign. I've always been interested in leadership - and how a curious and...
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Chris B.
Jun 28, 20231 min
Podcast: Nonprofit Connect with Matt Barnes
I was excited to join Matt Barnes from Rogue Creative on the Nonprofit Connect Podcast (and a little nervous to follow Susan Wright Kenny...
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Chris B.
Jun 21, 20232 min
Giving USA 2022: It's (still) all about individuals
The 2022 Giving USA report has been released - and there's some interesting tidbits inside. The big headline is that giving is down by...
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Chris B.
May 31, 20232 min
It's the End of the Month As We Know It (and I feel stressed)
The end of the month reminds me of the underlying tension in fundraising. Long-term processes vs. short-term goals. We know building a...
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