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Open Position: Regional Major Gifts Officer at ProMedica [Apply to Aly Sterling Philanthropy]
Open Position: Regional Major Gifts Officer at ProMedica [Apply to Aly Sterling Philanthropy]

In an effort to expand its donor operations and donor base, the ProMedica philanthropy team is seeking to engage an experienced Regional Major Gifts Officer in each of the following areas:

• Chicago
• Cleveland/Pittsburgh
• Florida
• Philadelphia/New Jersey/Delaware
• Virginia/D.C./Maryland

In each region, the position will be responsible for closing major philanthropic gifts that help ProMedica fulfill its mission as a national health and wellness nonprofit. Read on for more details and to apply…

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Are donor retention rates really that important?
Are donor retention rates really that important?

At the core of many nonprofits’ fundraising strategy is the goal to acquire new donors. Why? Because finding more donors just seems like the right thing to do. It feels good to share in your annual report that you’ve spread the word about your cause to new people and convinced them to donate.

As a matter of fact, the phrase “we need to find more donors” is one of the most common things I hear spoken around board tables. This is because donor acquisition numbers have somehow become the standard by which we judge fundraising success. And while donor acquisition is vital for the sake of your donor pipeline, it’s not necessarily the best way (or the easiest way) to raise more money. Instead, you should focus heavily on…

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Scholarships for AFP membership
Scholarships for AFP membership

Do you know someone who could use a little help paying for their membership to the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP)?

If so, you might like to know that many local AFP chapters offer need-based scholarships every year. Applicants just need to fill out a brief application and agree to attend meetings and complete a scholarship evaluation at the end of the year.

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Four ways to apply the findings of Women Give 2019
Four ways to apply the findings of Women Give 2019

A report released last month by the IUPUI Women’s Philanthropy Institute validates what we’ve long observed: Generosity is not limited by race, ethnicity or gender.

The report, Women Give 2019, finds that generosity is a value shared by all communities, and that women across race and ethnicity are leading through philanthropy.

There’s more to the study, including the unique perspectives of women of color as well as information about how income and wealth disparity affect giving. However, the overall message is an important one: the face of philanthropy is diverse.

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Don’t miss Gail Perry, register by Friday!
Don’t miss Gail Perry, register by Friday!

We’re bringing Gail Perry to AFP Detroit on April 25!

We’re excited to announce that we’ve teamed up with the Greater Detroit Chapter of AFP Michigan to host a one-day workshop on April 25 with Gail Perry, international fundraising consultant and author.

The workshop – Fire up your board for fundraising: Turn their passion into action – will share Gail’s secrets to igniting your board’s passion, changing their mindset about fundraising and setting them to work in easy roles that will directly impact the bottom line.

Read on for more information and to register…

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Make every day a campaign day
Make every day a campaign day

Top 10 reasons why a “campaign mentality” will boost your overall fundraising program

campaign mentality (kamˈpān menˈtalədē) – noun A constant mindset and approach to fundraising that includes heightened communication, focused goals, intentional donor cultivation, powerful case stories and active board engagement fueled by a sense of urgency and purpose.

…In other words, acting like you are always in a campaign, even when you are not.

How does this apply to you?

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Register now for ASP’s 2019 webinar series!
Register now for ASP’s 2019 webinar series!

We’re delivering FREE training every quarter with the aim of giving you actionable ideas and resources to take your mission to the next level.

FEB 26 / MAY 28 / AUG 27 / NOV 19

All you have to do is sign up, show up and put the information to work.

Don’t miss this opportunity – Register now!

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Amazon & Facebook Fundraising: Is it Right for You?
Amazon & Facebook Fundraising: Is it Right for You?

This article was originally published on Nonprofit PRO.  Reading through different nonprofit blogs, articles, and newsletters, you’ll likely come across something about fundraising on Facebook or Amazon. The corporate philanthropy efforts of Amazon Smile and Facebook...

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Highlights from 2018 nonprofit giving research
Highlights from 2018 nonprofit giving research

At ASP, our consultation is based on industry best practices and personal knowledge gleaned from decades of combined experience in the nonprofit world.

However, we recognize that the world of nonprofits and fundraising is always evolving. In order to stay on top emerging opportunities and challenges, we routinely review new research published about the sector.

Last year was an interesting year, and our research highlights below bring the proof. We’ve organized the information under five key themes. In addition to the overviews and sources, we’ve included key takeaways that you can apply to your own program. Happy reading!

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Online Fundraising: 6 Tactics for Modern Nonprofits
Online Fundraising: 6 Tactics for Modern Nonprofits

Fundraising, like any other industry, has undergone a massive shift in strategy since the invention of the internet. Now that you’re able to connect with a wider population than ever before, your fundraising outreach can soar to new heights. Before you can take...

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