Bernie Sanders, Higher-Ed Advancement, and Digital Strategy
“Decision 2016” is in full effect all around us. You can’t open a device or stroll past a newsstand (those are still a thing, right?)
What Fundraisers Can Learn From American Girl, Kindergarten, and Gangsta’ Rap
Meaningful experiences are a gateway for prospective donors to interact with and learn about your organization. They can help create the kinds of lasting relationships
What Fundraisers Can Learn From American Girl, Kindergarten, and Gangsta’ Rap
Meaningful experiences are a gateway for prospective donors to interact with and learn about your organization. They can help create the kinds of lasting relationships
Productivity Hacks for Gift Officers
Gift officers wrestle with productivity, time management, and maximizing their efficiencies. How can we get more out of our time-strapped days, and, most importantly, make the
Is the Prospect Profile Dead?
When I started doing prospect research, profiles were king. I spent my first few years writing profiles that detailed every job move, every insider stock
Where the Worlds of Fundraising and Sales Collide
It’s no secret that salespeople and the mere sound of the word “sales” itself can, at times, come with a very specific stereotype attached. Had
How to Turn Young Alumni Into Volunteers
Most recent college graduates may not be in a position to make major gifts, but they’re perfectly suited to give their time in support of
The Ins and Outs of Researching Philanthropic Data
When I first joined APRA Wisconsin 15 years ago, one of the highlights of our spring and fall meetings—besides seeing each other and learning from
The Filter 3/4/14: Your Weekly Advancement Roundup
The Filter is a weekly post made up of the best tech, education, and fundraising conversations that caught our eye in the last seven days. TECH
Philanthropy Education Will Make Your School Rank Higher
When it comes to school rankings, who doesn’t want to be #1? There’s a way for your school to start making the climb—or to keep
