I get it. We are a culture of immediate gratification and demand "results now". However, that is not a long-term solution for most issues. It doesn't work with diets. It doesn't work with making money. So, it shouldn't work for the Federal Budget either. For too long, the Charitable Deduction Allowance has been target for removal or … Continue reading Short Sighted Solutions
Nonprofits CAN Raise Money for Operations
"We can't raise money for operations. Donors don't want to pay for salaries." I have heard it all too often. The well-connected, respected, influential (and often affluent) board member makes the statement that virtually kills the fundraising for an organization. I know you've heard it too.I have a request of my fellow nonprofit fundraisers and executives. … Continue reading Nonprofits CAN Raise Money for Operations
Raising Money For Operations
Michele R. Berard, MBA, CFRE presents to the CT Chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals on May 17, 2012 on the topic of raising money for operations. Click on the link to see part of that presentation.