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"My neighbor is a teacher so he likes kids, I could ask him to be on our board – I bet he would do it!” How many times have we heard something like this when we want to expand our board?  All too often, a lack of processes and time leads to a board full of people who...

Overview of Financial Reporting All organizations have some kind of financial report that is shared with the Board of Directors and hopefully with the leadership of the organization.  Making sure these reports are useful, comprehensive, and readable can be a...

With a busy spring event season behind us, we congratulate all our clients who held events in the last few months. No matter the size or scope, you undoubtedly connected with people and raised needed funds for your organization. Each year you spend many hours...

The Giving USA Foundation has conducted its annual survey determining sources of donations in the USA for more than 50 years. Below are a few of this year’s findings. For more information or to order a copy of the full report, visit givingusa.org. Overview Since the...

We all know that Capital Campaigns are a lot of work! You will need some support. Successful Campaigns rely on great leadership and volunteers to extend the reach into your current and prospective donor lists. Getting the right people in the right position will help...

Your major donors are an important part of your organization’s success. Making a Major Gift ask is the culmination of thoughtful planning and strategic actions. You will have the most success if you have worked through the entire process of building and implementing a...

How do you set up a major gifts program? What do you need in your “garden shed” to help cultivate it? You need tools, sunlight, plants, food, etc. When you recognize that gardening is hard work, (but it can be fun!) you will see that your major donor garden will...

When I moved into my current home, one of the first things that inspired me daily was the amazing work that went into the flower gardens in the front and back yards.  Neighbors told me that the previous owner would come outside each day with her glass of iced tea and...

With changes no longer on the horizon but here now, how does the new tax law impact your organization and your donors?Staff at Kennari have been receiving and reviewing several webinars, documents and information about the changes that have come. We wanted to share a...

The Kennari Grants Team works with clients of all sizes and passions, helping them create compelling narratives to further their missions. Each time a grant is received we all celebrate the client’s success. Hope Network’s grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance...

Many organizations have barriers in adhering to a consistent and strategic donor communication plan.  The most common we hear are: there just isn’t enough time in the day AND it’s difficult to gather stories from program participants. And of course there are hundreds...

You're Invited! Let's talk campaign readiness. At Kennari Consulting, we are dedicated to giving nonprofit organizations the skills and resources they need to prepare for their futures. On April 12, from 11:00am – 12:30pm, we invite you to join us for lunch as we...

~ Cultivate those who pour their hearts into your mission ~   If we begin to think of our table hosts as major donors, or start treating them with more special treatment throughout the year, just imagine how much further that relationship could expand your...

Though 2018 is well underway, it’s still a little hard to believe! We at Kennari are excited to enter a new year - both for our own company and for the many nonprofit clients we serve. With the new year comes new possibilities – new initiatives – new successes – new...

During November's client Round Table, Steve and I discussed Development Reporting and Scorecards. We are in the process of integrating Scorecards for all of our clients, as it is a great tool to keep us updated and to keep your board involved and motivated! Why should...