4 Things I Learned from My Mother About Fundraising
I remember the morning it hit me. I was sitting in a meeting with fellow March of Dimes executive directors, nodding in agreement and taking notes while a college advancement professional shared his wisdom about how to build deep and lasting donor relationships. The organization was planning to shift from its historical focus on special events to more relationship-based fundraising.
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Looking for Jeff? You'll find him either on the lake, laughing with good friends, or helping nonprofits develop to their full potential.
Jeff believes that successful fundraising is built on a bedrock of relevant, consistent messaging; sound practices; the nurturing of relationships; and impeccable stewardship. And that organizations that adhere to those standards serve as beacons to others that aspire to them. The Bedrocks & Beacons blog will provide strategic information to help nonprofits be both.
Jeff has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience and is a member of the NonProfit PRO Editorial Advisory Board.
