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Chris B.
Jul 241 min read
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 191 min read
Strategy Starts Here
If you are looking for a place to start with fundraising strategy, take a look at your job descriptions. The most successful and engaged...
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Chris B.
Jan 311 min read
Corporate Giving Webinar - Feb. 21
When it comes to corporate giving to nonprofits, I've got some good news and some bad news. The good? Corporations can ... 👍 Be a great...
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Chris B.
Jan 241 min read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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 read
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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Chris B.
May 24, 20231 min read
As Easy as 1, 2, 3 ...
Fundraising is a complicated effort. It’s art and science – and can seem mysterious and unknowable. Despite this complexity, I think...
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Chris B.
May 10, 20231 min read
Elements of a Special Event
Special events are a key part of the nonprofit landscape. Special events can also be a major source of stress and burnout for staff and...
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Chris B.
May 3, 20231 min read
Building a special event
Special events are a popular tool for fundraising. Also, they are often wildly ineffective. Without proper planning and strategy, an...
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Chris B.
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Little movie review: Uncharitable
Recently, I had the chance to screen Uncharitable – the upcoming movie based on Dan Pallotta's TED talk and book. I’ve been a fan of the...
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Chris B.
Apr 12, 20231 min read
Leadership Tips to Prevent Burnout
When I was a chief development officer, there were three things I did to combat burnout within my teams: 📣 Talk about it – by talking...
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Chris B.
Apr 11, 20231 min read
Building a Nonprofit Revenue Stream
Had a great chat recently with Chris Roelke from What If Direct Marketing. Chris and I worked together during my time at Habitat - and...
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Chris B.
Apr 5, 20231 min read
Let's Talk - Fundraising is Hard!
When I first started fundraising, no one seemed to be talking about how hard fundraising work is. Sure, we talked about the work itself -...
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Chris B.
Mar 22, 20232 min read
Upcoming Training Sessions w/ Resolute!
The only thing I love more than talking about fundraising and nonprofit strategy is talking about fundraising and nonprofit strategy with...
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Chris B.
Mar 15, 20231 min read
Make Corporate Giving Work for You!
Corporate giving is a critical part of your fundraising toolbox – but don’t get fooled. It’s not a silver bullet. I’m sure I’m not the...
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Chris B.
Mar 8, 20231 min read
Good News / Bad News about Corp. Giving
For nonprofits, corporate giving can be a good news / bad news situation. For example: 💚 Corporations can support nonprofits with...
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