In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're continuing our 3-part series, Nonprofit Survival Guide, where we'll be uncovering the top 10 traps to avoid as a nonprofit leader - from mission drift to ineffective storytelling to staff burnout and so much more. Get ready for your nonprofit to conquer survival and thrive! Join us as we bring to light the next three major traps nonprofit leaders face today. Uncover what happens when you become complacent in your fundraising efforts. Find out how you're unintentionally killing the people that you love most. Discover the importance o ..read more

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're starting a new 3-part series entitled "Nonprofit Survival Guide", where we'll be uncovering the top 10 traps to avoid as a nonprofit leader - from mission drift to ineffective storytelling to staff burnout. Get ready for your nonprofit to conquer survival and thrive! Join us as we expose the first three major traps that threaten nonprofit leaders today. Uncover the fallacy behind George Müller's prayer life. Find out why you need to work ON your nonprofit, not in it. Discover how to stop digging when you find yourself in a hole of y ..read more

Click here for access to the 333-Skip Communication Plan! → https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/3-3-3-skip Today we're talking about how to engage major donors effectively, using this simple step by step guide! From defining the problem to making a compelling ask, we're going to talk about everything you need to know to master the art of engaging major donors. Discover what to say on a major donor appointment and how to tailor your approach to meet the unique needs and interests of your partners. Explore advanced strategies for major gift fundraising and planned giving, and how your major d ..read more

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of nonprofit capital campaigns, starting with the crucial first step: running a comprehensive feasibility study. So get ready to learn everything you need to know to start a successful capital campaign! Join us as we go over the benefits and objectives of a feasibility study, as well as exactly what's involved in making it happen. Remember, without a feasibility study, a nonprofit capital campaign will never get off the ground. But yours will, because we're going go over everything you need to know about a ..read more

Are you ready to explore the most successful and engaging fundraising ideas ever? Join us in this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast to delve into the top 5 fundraising ideas for 2024! In this episode, we'll be discussing each of these ideas in detail, comparing them to Jim's development model, and rating their effectiveness on a scale of 1-5. From cupcake wars to the "time-tested success" of Cadbury chocolate (and some more in between!), we'll be covering a range of creative and effective nonprofit development strategies that will help you attract new donors, and, most importantly ..read more

Click here for access to the 333-Skip Major Donor Communication Plan! → https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/3-3-3-skip In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're going to be talking about the best major donor communication strategy for your nonprofit, and how you can use it to kickstart your major donor engagement. Get ready to transform your major donor communication from haphazard to strategic! Join us as we discuss Jim's 333-Skip Communication Plan, a system designed to maximize engagement with your major donors. This method isn't just a theory, it's a proven strategy ..read more

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're going to be talking about why your donors REALLY give, and how you can leverage that knowledge as a nonprofit leader to encourage greater donor generosity through effective development strategies. Join us as we dissect the two main categories of donor motivations: institutional and individual. We'll analyze how donors assess the effectiveness and worth of organizations, considering aspects like financial responsibility, mission alignment, and their perceived return on investment. Then, we'll talk about the emotional reasons why peop ..read more

Click here for access to part 2 of 10 Secrets to Crafting a Compelling Fundraising Letter! → https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/5-more-secrets-for-fundraising-letters In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're going to be talking about Jim's 10 secrets to crafting a compelling fundraising letter. Whether you're tackling an email campaign, newsletter, or event appeal, prepare to have your questions answered and your answers questioned! Join us as we dive into the 10 essential secrets to writing a successful fundraising letter. From personalizing your message to understa ..read more

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're going to be talking about the 5 things you must do before the new year, and why these 5 things are critical for your nonprofit organization's growth. Join us as we share our top five nonprofit fundraising strategies for the last two weeks of the year. We're going to be talking about everything from practical advice on communication to the assessment of your critical few, from targeted outreach to the significant impact of year-end donations. Discover Jim's secret sauce for maximizing year-end fundraising efforts. Dive into the impor ..read more

In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're going to be talking about the one mistake that will ruin your fundraising event. Get ready to have your preconceptions shattered and your feathers ruffled! Join us as we share personal experiences and insights on crafting successful fundraising events. We'll cover a variety of topics, including how to create the perfect atmosphere for your event and refine the clarity of your donation tiers. Don't miss out on these essential tips for improving your nonprofit fundraising events! Discover the one mistake you should never make at your ..read more