A Template to Help Charities Develop Gift Agreements
The Partnership for Philanthropic Planning offers a model of what to include in a legal agreement for an endowment gift.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Why You Should Never Rush a Donor
A major-gift fundraiser shares two lessons he learned about asking for a donation too soon.
6 Common Ways of Working with Companies
From corporate foundation grants to cause marketing, how your nonprofit can partner with a corporation to advance your mission.
By Avi Wolfman-Arent
Contributor
Email for Monthly Donors Whose Payments Are Declined
Use this example to craft an email message that asks recurring donors to update their payment information.
By erica waasdorp
Contributor
5 Things to Do After a First Meeting with a Major-Gift Prospect
Here’s a checklist of your next steps.
Where to Start if Your Organization is New to Galas
Experts weigh in on the questions nonprofits need to answer up front: Is a gala right for you? Do you need event-planning help? How do you recruit volunteers?
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
Planning a Gala: Key Terms and Concepts
The lingo you need to know to pull off a formal fundraising event.
By Michelle Gienow
Contributor
What to Do Before Pitching a Potential Corporate Supporter
It all starts with research and a good story about how your organizations can help each other, experts say.
By Avi Wolfman-Arent
Contributor
A Step-by-Step Guide for Donors Setting Up a Planned Gift
The Ocean Conservancy uses this informational packet to help donors make decisions—and commitments—about planned gifts.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor
Explaining Planned-Giving Options to Donors
The Ocean Conservancy uses this booklet to explain donors’ options when making a gift from their estates.
By Eden Stiffman
Senior Editor