Fundraising is not marketing.
That is sometimes a tough — yet at the same time simple — concept to understand.
It has come to light recently that a friend has had her successful development program merged under a nonprofit's marketing umbrella. The challenge — an ongoing battle with the marketing wing of where direct appeals and Web giving are housed and credited.
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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.