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How transactional donor relationships kill generosity

iMarketSmart

In a scale, it might look like this: Helpful reciprocity Loved one (lover, spouse, close family) Friend Teammate Colleague Neighbor Community member Transactional reciprocity Customer Merchant Stranger Harmful reciprocity Competitor Enemy Relationship signals are reciprocity signals. This is nothing new in fundraising advice.

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10 Ways to Immediately Invest in Your Nonprofit Organization

NonProfit Hub

Do we practice the same philosophy in our nonprofits? Investing in Your Nonprofit (and Your People). Your nonprofit exists to help the world. You want every possible dollar you get to help fulfill your mission. Investing in your organization means getting more money over the long term, at an initial cost.

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Agitator Cliff Notes: What’s Next?

The Agitator

Penelope Burke’s Donor-Centered Fundraising. Ken Burnett’s Relationship Fundraising. How is your culture helping reach your mission (or sabotaging that effort)? If you like the Jim Collins genre, it’s that but for nonprofits. A great intro to effective altruism. Retention espresso. Jerold Panas’s Mega Gifts.

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How to be an authentic guiding sage for your donors

iMarketSmart

This role can direct the fundraiser’s work. The fundraiser makes the call to adventure. She helps along each step of the journey. She introduces the hero to friends and allies that help. She provides magical weapons that help. She helps the donor start the hero’s journey. Appearing helpful is easy.