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Psych Yourself Up to Ask for a Donation

Psych Yourself Up to Ask for a Donation

by Lauren Brownstein | May 10, 2019 | donation, Fundraising, Philanthropy

Asking for a Donation – You CAN Do this! For many of us, asking for a donation is the last thing we want to do. It feels uncomfortable. It feels pushy. It feels intrusive. Or, as my middle school daughter might say, it’s “cringy.” These feelings are natural. In our...
Learn to Ask Better Questions and Create Deeper Connections

Learn to Ask Better Questions and Create Deeper Connections

by Lauren Brownstein | Apr 16, 2019 | Fundraising, Nonprofit

Ask Better Questions If you work or volunteer in the nonprofit world, you’ve probably heard that old-school advice: If you are going to do outreach for your charitable organization (whether you are raising money, forging new partnerships, generating good PR,...
Why We Do What We Do – Behavioral Science and Donor Behavior

Why We Do What We Do – Behavioral Science and Donor Behavior

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...
“Wish You Were Here!” – 10 Tips for Summer Donor Stewardship

“Wish You Were Here!” – 10 Tips for Summer Donor Stewardship

by Lauren Brownstein | Jun 20, 2018 | donation, Fundraising, Nonprofit

Lately, thanks to some good news/bad news reports on charitable giving (including a decline in donors, despite a rise in overall donations) and changes in tax laws that mean millions of Americans will no longer be filing itemized tax returns (which could...
8 Simple Steps to Engaging Donor Updates

8 Simple Steps to Engaging Donor Updates

by Lauren Brownstein | Jan 9, 2017 | Fundraising, Writing

As we embark upon a new year, now can be an especially meaningful time to check in with your organization’s past donors. Why now? You might have sent a year-end solicitation or holiday card at the end of 2016. You, and everyone else out there. The end of the year can...

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