I still have the notes posted on my desk.
"Worthwhile member of a worthwhile group."
"Pride of association."
I took these notes early in my fundraising career — back in the late 1980s. As an executive director with the March of Dimes, I was being coached on moving to more relational fundraising by a retired higher education advancement professional.
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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.