You Never Know: The Importance of a Study Before a Major Campaign
In this business of fundraising, to maximize your success you must always be willing to learn. And be eager to listen.
We were recently working with a client on a feasibility study. The two staff leaders were insistent that they knew everyone who should be interviewed. The staff leaders even pushed back on the effort to get volunteer engagement.
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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.
