A Powerful Way to Build Your Board Before a Campaign
Years ago, I had the good fortune to meet Peter, a wise man who was experienced in the ways of nonprofits. Peter was not only wise, but he was also wealthy and had access to the upper echelons of New York society. For years, Peter had served on boards of nonprofit...
Is Your Nonprofit Ready for a Capital Campaign? 9 Questions to Ask Your Board
How do we know if our organization is ready for a capital campaign? That’s a common question nonprofit staff and board members ask themselves. And the uncertainty of whether you’re ready, plus everything you need to do to get ready, might even keep you up at night....
When it Comes to Capital Campaigns, Simple is Better
Capital campaigns are complex — at least, that’s how they appear from the outside. It’s no wonder campaigns seem complicated. As the biggest fundraising goal your organization has ever undertaken, it would be natural to jump to the conclusion that...
Capital Campaign Feasibility Study: The Ultimate Guide
Feasibility studies build confidence and credibility for capital campaigns. Rather than just diving into a capital campaign with a very big goal, most organizations begin with a study to evaluate the potential of the campaign. They want some degree of certainty that...
Challenge: Describe Your Capital Campaign in Just Six Words
Ernest Hemingway started a trend of six-word stories with these riveting words: For sale: baby shoes, never worn. Stories told in just six words can be a powerful tool for your campaign. When you choose the right words, you can move donors with powerful, compelling...
