Workplace giving has been around for a long time. Indeed, you can make the case that the person who invented workplace giving was Benjamin Franklin … but that’s an analysis for a different venue. The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) was established in 1961, and has been going strong for the past 52 years; and one …
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What Does “Six Figures” Mean & How Can You Earn It
Earning six figures refers to making between $100,000 and $999,999 annually. This income range is often seen as a milestone in financial success, symbolizing comfort and greater opportunities. For many, reaching this salary level represents financial stability, allowing for more discretionary spending, investment opportunities, and freedom to enjoy a better lifestyle. It’s frequently viewed as …
This posting by: Hank Lewis I Recently saw the heading on a listserve posting relating to naming an annual award after a donor. It started me thinking about the ways that a donor could be recognized for their support. (BTW, I didn’t read that posting, just to be sure that whatever I wrote wouldn’t be …
This posting by: Tony Martignetti. Last month I gave you two things you need in place to make Planned Giving feasible. Now we’re ready to start promoting your inaugural Planned Giving program. Who are the prospects? Your best prospects are: 55 and over loyal, consistent donors, irrespective of dollar amount board members, …
This posting by: Tony Poderis When hiring a professional development officer, the emphasis should be placed on the personality characteristics which are important for the appointed person to be able to effectively carry out the position requirements. Specifically, you hire someone who can accurately and effectively communicate the mission of the organization, and who understands …
This posting by: Jayme Sokolow Ready to be a Warrior? At the 2012 APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) national conference, participants were treated to a lively address … about proposal professionals as warriors, by Eric Gregory, Vice President for Business Development at CACI, Inc. I do not agree with his metaphor or with everything …
This posting by: Hank Lewis In a recent exchange of email…. “What’s the standard thought on nonprofit annual employee appeals (a.k.a. asking your employees to donate back to the organization)? Is this standard practice? Is it a good/bad idea?” Like almost everything else in fundraising, there is no “standard” thought about annual employee appeals. There …
This posting by: Lynn deLearie. Since Andrew Grant wrote in his post, Impress Funders with Your Grant Proposal: Target Your Outcomes, “funders have become consumed with the notion of outcomes assessment.” (The link to Andrew’s piece is at the bottom of this post.) I agree, and have found the evaluation section of proposals to be …
