What Is Your 'Acre of Diamonds'?
A local historic preservation group received a $1 million gift from a longtime volunteer who jokingly referred to herself as a "bag lady" — a bag lady with a big inheritance. Or the donor who goes from contributing $1,000 annually (because that's all he was ever asked for) to making a $500,000 cash gift.
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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.
