Insights and Resources for Nonprofit Fundraising

Sandra Davis Sandra Davis

How to Turn Your Nonprofit’s Milestone Anniversary into a Transformational Campaign

An anniversary campaign or a capital campaign launched in conjunction with a milestone anniversary can reenergize your mission, galvanize your supporters, provide ample opportunities to celebrate your organization and mission, and attract new donors and attention. Done without enough lead-time planning, it risks becoming an expensive party with little lasting impact.

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Sandra Davis Sandra Davis

Why Coaching and Mentorship Matter for Heads of Philanthropy

It’s a role that demands strategic vision, people leadership, financial savvy, and a deep commitment to your mission. Fundraising leaders carry the responsibility of keeping the whole development engine running smoothly—not just cultivating major gifts, not just writing grant proposals, not just events management—but all of that and the umbrella, too.

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Sandra Davis Sandra Davis

Celebrating Small Wins: How Micro-Victories Keep Fundraisers Motivated

Research tells us that even minor achievements activate the brain’s reward system, triggering a dopamine release—the feel-good chemical that fuels motivation. And who doesn’t want that? When fundraisers experience these positive feedback loops, they’re more likely to stay engaged and resilient.

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Sandra Davis Sandra Davis

Leading by Example: The Ripple Effect of Board Giving

For major donors and institutional funders, board giving is a make-or-break trust signal. Some foundations even require 100% board participation before considering a grant. And many high-net-worth donors won’t even enter the conversation until they know the board is fully invested.

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Sandra Davis Sandra Davis

What’s Holding Your Board Back? Overcoming Resistance to Giving

Resistance to board giving is more common than many nonprofit leaders realize, and it often stems from long-standing board culture rather than a lack of commitment. Whether it’s uncertainty, financial concerns, or simply an outdated understanding of board roles, these challenges can—and must—be addressed head-on. A board that isn’t fully engaged in giving makes fundraising harder at every level.

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