A nonprofit's case for support answers a critical question for donors: "Why should I give your nonprofit my money?" In today's episode, we examine how telling the right story in the right way can transform your case for support, engage donors, and get them to invest in your work and your mission.

Does telefundraising still work for nonprofits? Yes and no. In today's episode, we discuss the challenges of telephone fundraising today, mistakes nonprofits most often make, and 3 innovative telephone strategies you can use in 2023 to help raise more money and advance your cause.

Our panel looks back at 2022 to discuss the most valuable lessons learned by nonprofit fundraisers. Topics include the economy's impact on fundraising, challenges for capital campaigns, attracting monthly donors, donor retention and stewardship, how to use QR codes in fundraising, and more.

Some museums have been slow to engage underserved audiences and adapt to their community's evolving needs, leading to a crisis of relevance. In today's podcast episode, we discuss how cultural institutions can redefine themselves to stay relevant and better fulfill their duty to the public good.

As GivingTuesday celebrates its 10th anniversary, some nonprofit fundraisers are questioning if their results justify all the additional work and stress. In this episode, guests from both sides of the nonprofit spectrum share strategies for making GivingTuesday campaigns worth the effort.

The lack of diversity on a nonprofit board impacts the nonprofit's ability to serve its community and fulfill its mission. In today's episode, we discuss what diversity on a nonprofit board means, mistakes nonprofits make when selecting candidates, and how to bring new members into the mix.

In today's episode, we bring you a discussion of IPM's new report on the current state of LGBTQ nonprofits in the US. We cover how these organizations are addressing issues nationwide, ways for them to make a greater impact, where to look for opportunities to increase philanthropic giving, and more.

Many nonprofits fear that lobbying will alienate donors or risk their tax status. In today's podcast episode, we discuss how LGBTQ and other nonprofits can lobby legally and effectively to advance their mission and improve the lives of their constituents.

After two years of putting capital campaigns on hold, many nonprofits are now ready to move forward again. In today's episode, we discuss capital campaign best practices, how to engage donors, mistakes you want to avoid, and how capital campaigns might look different in 2022.

Sustaining donors and their recurring donations help provide financial stability to nonprofits. In today’s episode, we discuss the monthly giving programs from the American Red Cross and To Write Love on Her Arms to illustrate how monthly giving can work for nonprofits of any size or budget.

Donor engagement is getting harder as modern donors demand more from the nonprofits they support. In today's episode, we discuss how donor expectations have evolved and why nonprofits must change the way they use storytelling to make donors feel like active participants in their mission and cause.

Nonprofit founders are the heroes of the nonprofit world. Yet some fail to recognize when it’s time to step aside. In today's episode, we look at the nonprofit founder's lifecycle, how you can best avoid "founder's syndrome," and what it takes to execute a successful leadership succession plan.

Fear of complicated gifts or uncomfortable conversations makes some fundraisers slow to solicit planned gifts. In today's episode, we explore why these gifts are important to nonprofits of every size, and how to create a successful planned giving program that can help secure your nonprofit's future.

Learn what nonprofits should watch out for in 2022, including how supply chain delays will impact direct mail calendars, strategies for retaining your best staff during the "Great Resignation," and opportunities to connect better with donors during the midterm election season.

Calendar Year-End can be a challenging time for fundraisers and nonprofit professionals. So we invited IPM team members and clients to share their most inspirational stories and good news about how nonprofits and donors made a difference in 2021.

A growing controversy around DAFs has left many wondering: Are donor-advised funds good for nonprofits? In today’s podcast episode, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of DAFs, what effect they have on traditional fundraising strategies, and how you can make donor-advised funds work for your nonprofit.

A nonprofit can't succeed without the cooperation and support of many individuals and groups. In today's podcast episode, we'll explore what it takes to enroll key stakeholders, overcome barriers to social change, and craft an effective narrative with the power to inspire and transform.

Due to outdated beliefs about philanthropy, some nonprofits continue to ignore women in their fundraising efforts. In today’s podcast episode, we’ll explore why women are vital to fundraising and how to boost donor retention by engaging women to become long-term partners in advancing your mission.

A growing disconnect between next gen donors and the arts and culture sector has led to a decline in overall giving to the arts. In today’s episode, we share practical tips for how arts organizations can demonstrate the social impact of their work to better engage next gen donors.

As the wealth gap in the United States grows wider, it’s very likely the importance of major donors to nonprofit fundraising will only increase. In today’s podcast episode, we discuss what it takes for a nonprofit to create and sustain a rewarding major gift fundraising program.