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Reading Time: 2 minutesWith the switch of calendars comes an avalanche of intentions, resolutions, do-better-next-times, and at least one new gym membership. We talk about them every year, though the trajectory is often the same. It likely comes as no…
Reading Time: 2 minutes“A fresh start. A new chapter in life waiting to be written. New questions to be asked, embraced, and loved. Answers to be discovered and then lived in this transformative year of delight and self-discovery. Today carve…
Reading Time: 3 minutesHave you noticed how many different job titles fundraisers have? We may be in Development or Advancement or External Relations, and we may be Directors of Institutional Advancement, Development, Engagement, Community Relations, Relationship Management, Philanthropy, or Major…
Reading Time: 3 minutesYou have no doubt heard of the competition for the philanthropic dollar. Many of us feel inclined to hide our donors and are nervous about sharing our data. I am frequently asked about the conflict of interests…
Reading Time: 2 minutesSo sang Ol’ Blue Eyes in that high-kicking classic looking back on a life well lived. Hopefully, the author and everyone reading this won’t be talking about courses chartered and each and every highway for some time,…
Reading Time: 2 minutesGivingTuesday is a growing phenomenon. In the last four years alone, GivingTuesday has grown by more than $100 million each year. GivingTuesday raised $168 million in 2016. By contrast, it raised $511 million in 2019. As you…
Reading Time: 4 minutesNaturally, most development offices establish programmes that actively engage their alumni. This is understandable given alumni represent your school’s largest stakeholder constituency and have a strong (and hopefully positive) connection as former students. This in turn creates…
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn October 2019, the Chronicle of Philanthropy released study results revealing that half of all fundraisers expect to leave their jobs in the next two years, with only 12% citing retirement or family changes as the reason.…
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Graham-Pelton team are really proud of this year’s report. We listened to your feedback and we hope that the report design and layout makes it easier for you to use and implement changes to your programme.…
Reading Time: 3 minutesSo, you want to work in advancement. Generally speaking, there are several paths one can take within the fundraising profession. And contrary to popular belief, not all development roles require making an “ask.” 1. Individual fundraising: You…