by Sandi Frost Steensma | Aug 31, 2023 | Campaign, Annual Giving, Industry Trends, News & Articles
Often, fundraisers think that cultivation is purely about asking a donor for a specific amount of money. We disagree. The process of cultivation, when successful, means that when you meet with a donor, instead of saying, “We would like you to consider a gift of...
by Kirstin VanderMolen | Jul 20, 2023 | Annual Giving, News & Articles
There are several things that make for a successful year-end campaign, but planning is likely at the top of the list! When you plan ahead, it allows you to be proactive in crafting a great letter, segmenting your mailing list well, getting your board involved, and...
by Becca Waite | Jun 23, 2023 | Annual Giving
There’s no magical solution to growing your fundraising, but there are some key strategies that – when applied consistently – will help you make progress on your fundraising outcomes. Here are some practical ways to prioritize your efforts toward...
by Becca Waite | Apr 14, 2023 | Annual Giving, Industry Trends, News & Articles
Looking for a simple way to share your mission with your community? Isn’t it about time everyone knew how great you were and what services you offered? Hosting a regular, monthly tour at your organization can do just that. A tour is a simple point of entry event...
by Mary Sumners | Mar 3, 2023 | Annual Giving, Industry Trends, News & Articles
Plan your thank you like you plan your ask. As fundraising professionals, we all know that donors need a thank you when they make a gift. But what we don’t always spend enough time on is how to make that thank you special to the donor. At Kennari...
by Marissa Acevedo | Jun 2, 2022 | Internship, Campaign, Annual Giving, News & Articles
I had the opportunity to intern for Kennari Consulting during my last semester at Grand Valley State University in the winter of 2022. During my intern experience with the Kennari team, I was immersed into the nonprofit fundraising consulting world that consisted of...
