Have you ever heard the saying, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is today,”? That saying is relationship building in a nutshell. A hard truth in fundraising is that very rarely does it go fast. In fact, I can count on one hand the amount of times a donation fell from the sky. The other 99.9%? They came out of meaningful relationships. But how do you start those relationships? Especially when you don’t have an introduction…
Read MoreIn this video, you get an inside look at me coaching style. I break down how to find, pitch and secure nonprofit sponsors that you can start TODAY when planning your next event.
Read MorePersonally, I think the biggest bang for your buck is making phone calls (the millennial in me can’t believe I’m saying that). If phone calls sound scary to you - try to remember 1) 90% of the calls are going to go to voicemail and 2) the worst someone can do it rush you off the phone.
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