The Fundraising Masterminds Podcast

Click here to download our timeline overview PDF, 7 Steps to Mastering Your Year-End Fundraising Campaign:

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about the importance of recognizing staff and volunteers at year-end as a nonprofit. Tune in today to learn how to effectively appreciate your staff and volunteers.

Join us as we discuss creative ways to thank your team members this year, from hosting a Christmas appreciation party to giving out personalized thank you gifts. We'll cover ways to make every person feel valued, even if you're on a tight budget.

Learn why now is the perfect time to publicly appreciate your people. Find out how to recognize your remote staff and volunteers with a special gift package. Uncover how to use personal stories and videos to appreciate each other as a team. And discover how to find meaningful, budget-friendly gifts for your people!

So whether you're working alone or you have a large group of supporters around you, this episode will give you practical tips to improve your year-end nonprofit staff recognition. Tune in to find out how to make your people feel truly appreciated this Thanksgiving season!

Remember to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit tips and tricks.

Next week, we'll be discussing how to thank your donors. Don't miss out!

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're talking about how to hire a development director - and what happens next.

Join us as we examine the differences between an executive and a development director. We'll talk about the kind of person you want to hire as a development director, and how both of you can work together to strengthen the relationships in your organization.

Discover the scary statistic behind the life expectancy of a development director, and the ramifications this has on your major donor program. Find out how much time you should be spending on development. Expose the secret of Apple's success and how it relates back to fundraising efforts. And learn how to turn your one-man startup into a worldwide movement - by eating that elephant one bite at a time.

So whether you're a development director, executive director, or something in between, this is an episode you won't want to miss! And if you're looking to hire a development director, make sure your motivations are in the right place. Instead of looking to get out of development, think in terms of gaining a long-term partner for your ministry's impact.

Remember to subscribe to our channel for more intriguing discussions on all things nonprofit!

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STOP FUNDRAISING. Get back to basics with....DEVELOPMENT BASICS

The Biblical Basis for Development for Nonprofit Leaders

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

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Episode Keywords:

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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 people give - obligation, gratitude, recognition, appreciation, and so much more. Both external and internal motivations alike are critical in shaping your donors' giving decisions!

So tune in today to learn why your donors REALLY give, and to motivate your donors to give more with effective nonprofit development strategies. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Remember to subscribe to our channel for more helpful nonprofit development advice.

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STOP FUNDRAISING. Get back to basics with....DEVELOPMENT BASICS

The Biblical Basis for Development for Nonprofit Leaders

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NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode Keywords:

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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 understanding your audience's motivations, from engaging with your readers to demonstrating the worldwide support of your organization, each one of these is a specific, measurable step you can take to make your fundraising letters more effective.

Discover how to articulate your mission, focus on motivations that drive donations, and describe the impactful work of your organization in a way that resonates with your readers. Whether you're addressing a young couple or a business guru, learn how to directly tailor your message to effectively communicate and connect with them on a personal level. And whether you're a new nonprofit leader or have been working in the development sector for years, this episode is for you!

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your fundraising letters - and remember to subscribe to our channel for more insightful episodes to come!

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STOP FUNDRAISING. Get back to basics with....DEVELOPMENT BASICS

The Biblical Basis for Development for Nonprofit Leaders

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/development-basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode Keywords:

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In this episode of the Fundraising Masterminds Podcast, we're explaining exactly how to do a gala, in 20 minutes or less. With over 100 points to cover, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to host a vision dinner or banquet!

So join us as we break down everything you need to know to host a successful gala. From selecting the perfect date and venue to recruiting key roles and managing guest lists, we're going over everything!

Discover how to create a budget, negotiate your venue contract, and finalize your event date. Find out how to efficiently manage your dinner's setup, select your speakers, and engage your audience with compelling testimonies and financial appeals. Learn how to manage the logistical challenges on the day of your event. And uncover the secret to your dinner's followup process!

This may all sound daunting, but don't let the idea of planning a gala overwhelm you - because we're here to simplify the process and equip you with the tools you need for success. So tune in today to learn everything you need to know to host a successful gala - in 20 minutes or less!

Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit development strategies.

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STOP FUNDRAISING. Get back to basics with....DEVELOPMENT BASICS

The Biblical Basis for Development for Nonprofit Leaders

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fundraisingmasterminds.net/development-basics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

NEED HELP WITH YOUR NONPROFIT?

Most nonprofits are under-funded. Even if you think your nonprofit is doing well, we've found you could be doing much better. However, most nonprofits don't have a clear development strategy that keeps them grounded. As a result, they "get creative" and "try new things" based on what is popular or trending, or they get comfortable with where they are at and don't realize the dangers they will be facing in just a few short years.

The Perfect Vision Dinner Course is a 20-week "live video" course that addresses this problem head on. The course was developed by Jim Dempsey after 38+ years as a Senior Development Director at Cru. After Jim had personally done over 2,500 vision dinners in his lifetime and raised over $1 billion worldwide, Jim and Jason have partnered together to bring you Fundraising Masterminds. Our first course, The Perfect Vision Dinner is a time-tested proven formula that will introduce our development system and grow your nonprofit to its maximum potential.

The course includes 20-hours of personalized development coaching from Jim Dempsey and Jason Galicinski and also includes a real-time community group where you have access to everyone attending the course and also our Masterminds throughout the course.

The goal for this course is to fully equip you with a Biblical basis for Development so that you can Win, Keep and Lift new partners to higher levels of involvement with your nonprofit.

→ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://FundraisingMasterminds.net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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