A few quick tips on challenge grants: what are they, how can they help you grow your list and raise more money, what can you do to make them more successful?

Be Well, Do Good: Wellness Resources for Fundraising Professionals

Dec 9th, 2021 6m 21s

I have created a LinkedIn group focused on wellness and self-care resources for nonprofit professionals. Check it out, and share your stories and ideas!

Finding the right words by asking the right questions.

Oct 28th, 2021 3m 48s

Finding the right words to describe your organization and its work will make your outreach efforts more effective and will help you and others connect to your mission in more authentic, meaningful, and compelling ways. You can start by asking y

Online fundraising: Get onboard!

May 3rd, 2021 3m 35s

I am sharing some notable statistics about how much online fundraising and donating has increased over the last year. Online giving is not going anywhere — if your organization is not expanding its capacity to attract online gifts, you’ve gotta

What cost less than $20 and will have huge returns for your nonprofit?

Mar 24th, 2021 3m 24s

There is one simple thing that you can buy for less than $20 that I promise will reap huge returns for your nonprofit organization. Give it a try. You won’t regret it!

A new idea for corporate giving.

Jan 25th, 2021 4m 1s

Now that we are coming up on almost a year of pandemic living and working from home, here is a new idea to help your organization create connections with companies and their employees. Because who doesn’t need a stronger sense of connection to

I didn’t know I was broken.

Dec 9th, 2020 5m 5s

Have you been going so hard for so long that you don’t realize what is broken, what needs to be fixed, or what requires attention?

If you’re not asking, someone else is

Nov 14th, 2020 3m 39s

If you feel nervous or reticent about asking a potential donor for a gift, just remember that if you’re not asking them, someone else - someone from another organization - is asking.

A Great Excuse to Get In Touch with Your Donors

Sep 3rd, 2020 3m 51s

The end of August or beginning of September provide a great excuse to reach out to your existing donors and give them a little update on your work. Even if your organization does not do anything related to schools or education, this time of yea

Why your nonprofit needs a “stock proposal”

Jun 24th, 2020 3m 57s

What’s a “stock proposal,” and how will it help your organization be more agile and responsive when funding opportunities present themselves? Learn more here: https://pitchconsulting.com/stock-grant-proposal/

Pandemic Proposal Writing

May 7th, 2020 4m 36s

Pandemic Proposal Writing: How does proposal writing look at different during the COVID-19 pandemic? Should the content of your proposals be different? Are there things that you should or should not write about? I’ve got some resources that can

A 113% jump in web site users? Here’s how I did it!

Feb 19th, 2020 6m 46s

What did I do that led to a 113% increase in visits to my web site? Hint: web site analytics! Listen and learn more....

When the time is right, it's right

Jan 23rd, 2020 7m 11s

Are you a person who makes things happen, or who lets things happen?I've found that there is a difference between staying authentically engaged with potential clients (or potential donors) and pushing too hard. If I stay authentically engaged,

January 7-9: Annual Small & Mighty Membership sale!

Jan 8th, 2020 1m 18s

Through January 9, 15% discount with code BDAY2020. If you, or someone you know, is looking for some fantastic, targeted resources to help you raise more funds with greater clarity and ease, head on over to pitchconsulting.com and check out the

My word for 2020: EASE

Dec 26th, 2019 4m 20s

My word for 2020 is: EASE. What does that look like in my work life, my personal life, and my clients’ work?

“Easy wins” for year end fundraising

Dec 9th, 2019 3m 32s

Just because it is early December, that does not mean it is too late for your organization to end the year with some strong fundraising accomplishments. Shift your perspective and go for some “easy wins.”

The Best Kept Secret to Securing Larger Foundation Grants

Oct 11th, 2019 4m 41s

Pssst... There is a secret to securing larger foundation grants for your nonprofit organization. It is probably not what you think. In fact, it is probably easier than you think. Check out my FREE guide, "Is That Small Grant Worth It?"

Unapologetic

Sep 2nd, 2019 4m 20s

Are you bold and unapologetic when you talk about your organization?

Silly Mistakes Can be Blessings in Disguise

Jul 29th, 2019 5m 15s

A funny anecdote from an Oscar-winning actress reinforces the idea that sometimes your silly mistakes can be your biggest blessings.

“Wish You Were Here!”: Fun Tips for Summertime Donor Connections

Jul 3rd, 2019 4m 11s

Some nonprofit organizations assume that they cannot do anything fundraising related in the summer: everyone is on vacation, no one is around, etc. I say: Nonsense! Summer can be a fantastic time to connect with donors. When donors are not as d

Who Is Your “Nun”?

Jun 3rd, 2019 4m 46s

Can you find inspiration from an unexpected source? Is there someone you are overlooking? Who is your “Nun”?

Build an Event that Looks and Feels Like YOUR Organization!

May 7th, 2019 3m 50s

Your organization’s fundraising event doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Build an event that looks and feels like YOUR organization, and you’ll create something that differentiates you in the marketplace and attracts enthusiastic supporte