by Lauren Brownstein | Jan 9, 2020 | Fundraising, Nonprofit
Asking for donations can be intimidating. That’s one of the reasons that having your board members ask each other is a nonprofit best practice. I would never ask anyone for a donation without making my own donation first. I want to put my mouth where my money...
by Lauren Brownstein | Aug 14, 2018 | donation, Fundraising, Nonprofit, Philanthropy
Behavioral Science and Fundraising Magic – Lessons from Bridge Conference I had a fabulous experience at my first Bridge Conference! This annual conference brings together leaders in nonprofit fundraising and direct marketing to share ideas and inspire attendees...
by Lauren Brownstein | Nov 29, 2017 | donation, Nonprofit, Philanthropy
The season of year-end giving If your mailbox and inbox look anything like mine these days, bursting with envelopes and emails from dozens of charitable organizations, you know that this is the time of year many nonprofits depend upon for year-end donations. While we...
by Lauren Brownstein | Jul 25, 2017 | Fundraising, Nonprofit, Philanthropy
“I am about to make you weep.” Earlier this month, I combined credit cards points, a willingness to stay in a youth hostel, a keen eye for airfare deals, and an adventurous spirit to create a three-night adventure to Stockholm, Sweden. Though Stockholm was never on my...
by Lauren Brownstein | Oct 11, 2016 | Philanthropy, Volunteering
Fall into Giving As the temperatures (finally!) start to turn more autumnal, many of us have switched up our routines, our wardrobes, and our day-to-day activities. We’re back to school, back from vacation, and back to facing an onslaught of politics and pumpkin...