STRATEGY. EXECUTION. RESULTS

Time Saving Insights in Philanthropy and Career Development.

10 Habits of Successful Fundraisers

Here are 10 tips that I’ve developed by studying — and emulating — the habits of people who live the good life. Most of these tips apply not only to successful fundraisers, but to successful people...

Candid Advice from Your Fundraising Friend

Eric Heininger continues to learn through the real-life giving stories of his nonprofit clients at EDEN+ in Des Moines, Iowa. From navigating donations tied to hot-button issues to stewarding a high-profile gift...

Never Miss a Chance to Acknowledge

In an effort to keep our costs low and use our resources to provide more food, we have reduced the size of our Annual Report. Please go to our website for a list of donors, volunteers and community partners...

People Like to Give—Not to Be Asked to Give

When it comes to fundraising, we are all in marketing and sales, but that doesn’t mean you have to act like a salesperson. Instead, act like a steward. Build relationships, and watch that endowment grow. These tips will help...

Personal Development

Top Job Related Expenses You Can Cut Today

Are job-related expenses draining your paycheck? You can find the sources of the money leaks plug those holes with a few changes to your spending routines.

Do not be afraid to make decisions. Do not be afraid to make mistakes. Carly Fiorina

Personal Development

Top 10 Life Secrets You Didn't Learn in School

High school is good preparation for college. And college can be a good preparation for finding a job. Yet neither is very good at preparing you for general success in life. 

By the Numbers

  • Giving by individuals increased by 2.8% in 2019, to an estimated $309.66 billion.
  • Giving to health organizations increased by 4.9%, to $41.46 billion, by 2019.
  • Giving to public-society benefit organizations increased an estimated 11.1% between 2018 and 2019, to $37.16 billion.
  • Giving to humanities increased 10.6% between 2018 and 2019, to $21.64 billion.
  • Giving to humanities increased 10.6% between 2018 and 2019, to $21.64 billion.

Random interesting stats presented monthly from various sources.

By the Numbers

Consider the recruitment opportunities for your organization that these stats indicate:

  • About 63 million Americans (25% of the adult population) volunteer their time, talents, and energy to making a difference.
  • These people spend an average of 52 hours/year volunteering.
  • 72% of volunteers are involved with only one organization, while 18.3% are involved with two.

Random interesting stats presented monthly from various sources.