In Uncertain Times, Donor Engagement Is More Important Than Ever
We are living in a season of uncertainty. Markets fluctuate. Policies shift. Headlines change by the hour. In moments like these, many nonprofit leaders wonder what their donors are thinking and how to maintain meaningful donor engagement when uncertainty rises.. At BrightDot Fundraising Advisors, our performance psychologist, Meg Foley, regularly reminds our team that we […]
Donor Retention Strategy: The Power of Mattership™
My mother-in-law was a widow three times. Over the course of her life, she experienced the kind of loss that reshapes a person. Through it all, she came to understand how powerful it is to be remembered and valued. One day, she asked me a question I wasn’t expecting: “What do you think is the […]
90 Days of Hope
What truly motivates donors to give? Learn how hope drives generosity and discover 5 steps to inspire more gifts in the next 90 days.
From Scrambling to Strategic: BrightDot’s Guide to Maximizing Year-End Giving
Maximize your year-end giving with BrightDot’s strategic guide. Learn how to plan, engage donors, and inspire lasting generosity for a successful fundraising season.
Great Leaders Are Great Fundraisers
Why mastering the Art of Fundraising is essential for anyone who wants to lead with impact, and how BrightDot equips you to do exactly that.
Meet Bart: The Colorful Reminder That Fundraising Is an Art
Bart isn’t just a mascot. Bart is a reminder that fundraising isn’t just a science, it’s an art.
How Small Gifts Create Big Waves: The Ripple Effect in Action
By: Allison Crouch Gilbert, SVP and Partner As nonprofit fundraising professionals, it’s easy to measure success with big numbers: large gifts, major milestones, and signed checks. After all, that’s what we’re working toward, right? That’s what I used to think. Today, 30 years into my nonprofit fundraising career, I think of things a bit differently. […]
6 Things You Should Quit Doing Now to Be a Better Fundraiser
I am a huge fan of Travis Bradberry and his book, Emotional Intelligence Habits. Recently, one of his articles inspired me to put a fundraising spin on some of his insights. So here are six things we at BrightDot think fundraisers should stop doing to grow and make a real impact. Sometimes, quitting is good. Leaving […]
Reimagining Fundraising – For Community College Presidents
A Strategic Blueprint for Community College Presidents In an era where the educational landscape is ever-evolving, community colleges serve as pivotal institutions that offer accessible, diverse, and inclusive opportunities for learning and growth. Community colleges play a crucial role in shaping the workforce, supporting local economies, and providing pathways to higher education for non traditional students. However, […]
