How can we expect nonprofits to go out and make the world a better place if the organizations themselves are not well? In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the topic of organizational wellness to help nonprofits improve their internal health and increase their impact.

Effective messaging is the key to good fundraising, which in turn allows your organization to deliver the programs and services that impact your community. In today's episode, we examine the 5 essential elements of messaging, real world examples of how to apply them, and pitfalls to watch out for.

Individual giving has reached a crisis point for many nonprofits who are struggling to engage supporters. In today's episode, we discuss the importance of measuring donor relationships (not just revenue) and share strategies to track and improve donor relationships at every level of giving.

More than just ensuring financial support, meaningful donor relationships foster trust, loyalty, and a sense of shared purpose. In today's episode, we discuss common stewardship mistakes, how to better understand the experience of donors, and strategies you can use to forge stronger bonds.

The Chronicle of Philanthropy's 2023 fundraiser survey reveals much about changing donor behavior and its impact on fundraising. In today's episode, the IPM team digs deep into the data to help explain these changes and what nonprofits can do to meet their financial and mission goals for 2024.

Given that 30% of annual giving happens in December, it's crucial to have a winning year-end strategy. In today's episode, the IPM team shares their best tips for CYE fundraising, including the importance of major donors, why direct mail still matters, re-engaging lapsed donors, and more.

As inflation drives up the cost for nonprofits to provide services, it also means every dollar raised has less buying power. In today's episode, we look at how two nonprofits fighting food insecurity are overcoming these challenges and growing their operations despite economic realities.

Many nonprofits have embraced AI for grant writing, donor engagement, prospecting, data analysis, and more. In this episode, we examine what AI can (and can't) do, ways your nonprofit can benefit from AI, how to navigate ethical concerns, and our favorite AI tools that you can start using today.

Giving USA 2023 reported that total charitable giving had declined for the first time since 2009. In today's episode, we look behind the data to share key insights and advice for how nonprofits can navigate today's challenges and find creative opportunities to boost fundraising and membership.

Many small nonprofits don’t have the budget to hire experienced fundraisers. They either make do with existing staff or hire a consultant that advises but doesn't implement. Today, we explore how hiring a seasoned fundraiser for a fraction of the work week can be a game changer for small nonprofits.

Staff turnover has become a challenge for many nonprofits. Increasing numbers of nonprofit employees report feeling stressed and burned out. In today’s episode, we discuss what causes nonprofit burnout and how both the individual and the organization can co-create a culture of wellness and support.

When donors rally to support relief efforts during a crisis, how do you sustain their attention — many of whom are first-time donors — after the media spotlight fades? In today's episode, we examine episodic giving and how nonprofits keep donors engaged beyond that initial rapid response connection.

When board meetings run too long and feel unproductive, board members get discouraged and the nonprofit suffers. Causes can range from ineffective leadership to poor planning. In today's episode, we discuss ways to help make your next board meeting more productive, collaborative, and engaging.

A good board of directors is essential to the health and success of any nonprofit organization. In today's episode, our panel discusses strategies for finding the best board members and keeping them engaged for the duration of their service.

Getting started in peer-to-peer fundraising can be challenging for some nonprofits. In today's episode, we discuss how to start a P2P program from scratch, mistakes and opportunities to watch for, best practices for P2P, strategies to engage donors, and more.

P2P fundraising can account for 10-50% of total revenue for some nonprofits. Advantages include better donor engagement and retention, increased reach, and a more personalized donor experience. In today's episode, our panel discusses the benefits and challenges of P2P for nonprofits and donors.

Because of their role in society as trusted agents of change, nonprofits are in a unique position to help stop the spread of misinformation and disinformation. In today's episode, we discuss how strategic storytelling can address misunderstandings and even outright deception in our social discourse.

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.