The Lifecycle of a Capital Project

Major capital projects fail or stall when organizations move forward before they’re truly ready. This session brings together four experts to walk you through the financial, construction, fundraising,

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What’s the Difference Between a Capacity Study and a Feasibility Study?

Explore these FAQs to assess what you need so you can make informed decisions before you make an investment. What is the primary focus of each type of

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The 70% Problem: Why Are Major Gift Portfolios Failing?

Why are 150 Prospects Too Many for a Major Gift Portfolio? Northwestern University found that 55-65% of high-capacity prospects in major gift portfolios go completely unvisited. Not under-visited.

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7 Proven Strategies to Engage Capital Campaign Donors

You’ve launched your nonprofit capital campaign, but now what? Engaging donors is key to reaching your fundraising goals.  By establishing personal connections, sharing compelling stories, and recognizing their

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Feasibility Study or Capital Campaign Readiness Assessment?

Feasibility Study or Capital Campaign Readiness Assessment? Let's unpack which nonprofits benefit most from each type of assessment.  Ready for a capital campaign? If your organization can’t answer this

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How to Choose Fundraising Consultant

No one responded to your RFP? Try this instead. RFPs, or requests for proposals, are a popular process for organizations to find and vet a capital campaign consultant.

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Why Your Park Foundation Needs A Placemaking Capital Campaign Consultant

Inclusive placemaking can transform a community. But without the right fundraising tools and strategies, a project can stall or even fail before it gets off the ground. That's

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The Changing Nature of Philanthropy

Six headlines from 2019 that indicate shifts in the philanthropy landscape. Headline #1: Nonprofit Sponsors the Stones “Nonprofit is Sole Sponsor of Rolling Stones’ U.S. Tour” — Nonprofit

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Did Your Strategic Plan Die on a Shelf?

Every year when the leaves begin to turn, we field a lot of requests for strategic planning. Maybe pumpkin lattes and the impending year-end fundraising crunch inspire thoughts of a fresh

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5 Things You Might Not Know About Donor-Advised Funds

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund, the nonprofit arm of behemoth Fidelity Investments, now raises more money than United Way via donor-advised funds. It could soon eclipse the Gates Foundation as America’s

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