Fundraising Fundamentals

The Chronicle of Philanthropy•philanthropy.com

Tony Martignetti is the host of Tony Martignetti Nonprofit Radio and he video blogs at tonymartignetti.com. He talks with nonprofit leaders and consultants about how organizations can more effectively raise money, build better relationships with boards and supporters, and manage volunteers. Look for new installments once a month.

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Episodes

Why Small and Midsized Nonprofits Rock

In the final episode of Fundraising Fundamentals, host Tony Martignetti extols smaller charities and they opportunities they afford for making lasting human connections.

Nov 02, 2016•7 min

Tailoring Your Fundraising to Reach Generation X

Dara Royer, head of development and marketing for Mercy Corps, explains how the aid charity is targeting the more than 60 million Americans born from 1965 to 1980.

Oct 10, 2016•12 min

How Smaller Nonprofits Can Draw More Planned Gifts

This month’s episode of Fundraising Fundamentals offers tips for small and midsized organizations on building a planned-giving program.

Sep 02, 2016•10 min

The Buzz in Multichannel Fundraising

Digital strategist Peter Panepento shares the findings, some surprising, of his recent survey on how fundraisers are mixing and matching from the growing menu of tools to reach donors.

Aug 09, 2016•12 min

When Nonprofit Size Matters in Fundraising Careers

Veteran fundraiser Roger Craver dissects the differences between working for large and small nonprofits and assesses what personality types and professional aspirations suit each setting.

Jul 26, 2016•12 min

Fine-Tuning Fundraising to Draw Female Donors

Andrea Pactor of the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy talks about what nonprofits can do to draw support from a growing class of wealthy women.

Jun 27, 2016•12 min

Tips for Taking Your Fundraising Auction Digital

In this month’s Fundraising Fundamentals, two experts explain how to use data and audience engagement to move a benefit sale online.

May 19, 2016•13 min

Breaking Gala Traditions With Boards On-Board

In this segment of Fundraising Fundamentals, two experts discuss how nonprofits can shake up their annual events and engage board members in the process.

Apr 27, 2016•11 min

Your Gala Might Be a Tradition, but Is It Effective?

An expert discusses how nonprofits can determine whether it’s time to give up on an annual gala.

Mar 28, 2016•12 min

Mending a Rocky Relationship With a Major Donor

Two experts discuss how to work through disagreements and deliver bad news in this episode of Fundraising Fundamentals.

Feb 17, 2016•10 min

Giving Will Keep Rising in 2016, Forecast Says

Atlas of Giving chief Rob Mitchell discusses last year’s giving trends and a look ahead at 2016, including the impact of the presidential election on charitable donations.

Feb 03, 2016•11 min

Using Computer Science to Benefit Social Justice

In this episode of Fundraising Fundamentals, a Ford Foundation program officer explains the advantages of having technologists working for social good.

Feb 01, 2016•10 min

How Direct-Mail Companies Are Central to Year-End Giving

In this episode of Fundraising Fundamentals, an expert discusses how mail-processing facilities keep up with donations in December.

Dec 21, 2015•7 min

Putting Yourself in Your Donor’s Shoes

Experts say it’s important to understand your donors’ experiences with your organization by seeing things from their perspective.

Nov 24, 2015•11 min

How Charities Can Gain the Public's Confidence

Helping people understand how charities operate is a start, and better regulation can increase transparency, says one expert. Also, see our exclusive poll results, available to Chronicle subscribers.

Oct 13, 2015•11 min

Creative Ideas For GivingTuesday 2015

An organizer of the annual giving day shares advice on how to participate in the event this fall.

Sep 16, 2015•10 min

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