There are five very basic stages to plan for if you’d like your capital campaign to be successful. If you are considering the transformative decision to embark on a capital campaign, study them now.
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Convincing the Board: Why Hire a Capital Campaign Consultant?
Are you a nonprofit executive director facing pushback from your board on hiring a capital campaign consultant? If your board is hesitant to invest in getting the expertise and support you need to do it right, share these reasons why hiring a capital campaign consultant can significantly impact your organization's fundraising success.
What’s the Cost of Hiring a Capital Campaign Consultant?
The decision to launch a capital campaign is often accompanied by a crucial question: What does it cost to hire a capital campaign consultant? The actual costs can vary widely based on your campaign goal, your specific circumstances and the type of consulting firm with whom you choose to work, but this strategic investment should bring a return that advances your organization’s mission and impact in your community.
Understanding the Importance of Capital Campaign Feasibility Studies: A Guide for Nonprofit Leaders
A capital campaign feasibility study is a process that leads to future campaign success. It assesses the organization's fundraising capacity, uncovers any potential challenges that might impede the campaign's success, and gauges donor interest while educating them about the project and preparing them for an eventual ask.
What Does a Capital Campaign Consultant Do? A Guide for Nonprofits
Understanding the responsibilities of capital campaign consultants and the expertise they should provide to your nonprofit organization is vital. In this guide, we'll delve into the specifics of what capital campaign consultants do and why their involvement can be a game-changer for your organization.
Philanthropy: Is There a Magic Elixir?
Our team has partnered with more than 100 nonprofits. Some were sprinkling impersonal elixirs like special events, direct marketing, website or social media announcements on to their donors hoping to create one or two super-duper generous mega donors. That didn’t work. But let’s not completely dismiss alchemic philanthropy just yet. Maybe there’s still something to it… something beautiful.