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Dr. James explains what happens when fundraising metrics go bad

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Another questions, “If philanthropy is all about relationships, then why do metrics only measure money?”[3]. A business explanation: Big sales v. Fundraising is like a business that sells toothpicks AND aircraft carriers – at the same time. Even in the business world, small sales and large sales aren’t the same.

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Dr. James explains the power of giving: why leading with a gift always wins

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To answer this question one professor held an international computer gaming tournament. Every alternative – no matter how complex – eventually lost to this simple strategy. 5] To play the game yourself, go to [link] Lead with a gift: Back to relationships So, how does game theory apply to real-world fundraising? The winner?

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

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The noble dream Small nonprofits have needs. People buy lottery tickets every day. And besides, the struggling nonprofit is doing good things; it deserves a big gift. Suppose a friend asks for your help. You ask, “So, you’re waiting for a million-dollar sale. Consider the same questions. But it’s fine.

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Why you must deliver value in fundraising, not just take the money and run

iMarketSmart

The noble dream Small nonprofits have needs. People buy lottery tickets every day. And besides, the struggling nonprofit is doing good things; it deserves a big gift. Suppose a friend asks for your help. You ask, “So, you’re waiting for a million-dollar sale. Consider the same questions. But it’s fine.

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[VIDEO] The Board’s Role in Fundraising & Resource Development

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But most importantly, feel free to chat in your questions and comments along the way. Well, if y’all don’t know Sabrina, dang, she’s been blogging for us. And it’s also certified by the Harvard Business School. Steven: This is great. Thanks to all of you for your patience. That’s awesome.

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The Big Chill: Why Nonprofits Should Care about Affirmative Action

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What can nonprofits do to continue supporting marginalized communities with the Supreme Court striking down affirmative action? The role of nonprofits in a post-affirmative-action world. Moving forward, it remains to be seen how the fate of affirmative action will reverberate in other contexts, such as the nonprofit sector.