Donor Relations and Stewardship Archives

Focus on the Fundamentals? 5 Ways to Keep Athletics Fundraising Strong

by Nick Perlick | Aug 12, 2020 | Client Advisory, COVID-19 Current Resources, Donor Management, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Published by BWF

This is a time when the fundamentals of intercollegiate athletics have completely changed. But, it is important to remember that donor relationships are long-term. Our closest supporters were here before COVID-19 and we all want them to be here after this tumultuous year. The fundamentals for how we maintain these relationships have not changed, in fact they have become more important, even as we continue to experience the most uncertain of times in collegiate athletics.

BWF and Advancement Resources to Partner on Development Workshop

by BWF | Jul 16, 2020 | Donor Relations and Stewardship, Published by BWF, Training and Development

The Art and Science of Donor Development BWF is excited to partner with Advancement Resources to offer a four-part workshop featuring Mark Marshall, President of Philanthropic Counsel. Seasoned professionals and newer development staff alike will gain knowledge and...

Courageous Creativity: Arts & Culture Fundraising During This Challenging Intermission

by Amy Lampi | Apr 30, 2020 | Bentz Whaley Flessner, Client Advisory, COVID-19 Current Resources, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Published by BWF

Our arts and cultural organizations are bringing laughter, tears, and joy directly to our homes as we shelter in place around the world. From beluga whales watching a penguin walk through an empty aquarium to isolated ballet dancers virtually performing in harmony to...

Rethinking Gift Officer Metrics During Covid-19 Work Conditions

by Dennis Prescott | Apr 26, 2020 | Client Advisory, COVID-19 Current Resources, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Published by BWF

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the work environment for virtually every company, college, university, hospital, and other organization, perhaps permanently, but certainly in the short-to-intermediate term. Given the current, remote-only work environment for...

Strategic Donor Engagement During Economic Uncertainty

by Shawn Vogen | Apr 23, 2020 | Bentz Whaley Flessner, Client Advisory, COVID-19 Current Resources, Donor Management, Donor Relations and Stewardship, Published by BWF, Strategic Planning Counsel

We find ourselves at an important pivot moment in an unprecedented time. Most organizations have implemented initial plans to immediately address the pandemic – establishing funds to support healthcare workers or displaced students; moving programs, performances and...

The Philanthropic Agenda

by Carole Arwidson | Jan 14, 2020 | Campaigns, Communications, Donor Relations and Stewardship

For any organization considering a major fundraising campaign, developing a strong case for support—“philanthropic agenda”—is critical to the campaign’s success. There is rarely a shortage of good and worthy ideas which, if funded, can advance the mission of an...