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Advanced thinking from our fundraising Thought Leaders
Looking Forward in Philanthropy: A SWOT Provides Clues for What to Expect in 2022
Here’s what nonprofits can expect after 2 unprecedented years of changes in philanthropy From Michael J. Tomlinson, CEO and President, BDI Read Time: 13 minutes As one of America’s most…
Resilient Leaders Drive Successful Outcomes with Thoughtful Communications
4 key principles to becoming a thoughtful communicator in VUCA times. From Michael J. Tomlinson (MT), CEO and President, BDI “Success is not final, failure is not fatal – it…
Employee Spotlight: BDI Senior Creative Director, Network Accounts, Sarah Wallin
“Say yes and you’ll figure it out afterwards.” From Debbie Freeman, BDI Contributing Writer Read Time: 5 minutes Sometimes it’s easier to say “no” – and your reasoning would be…
Content Marketing 101: 5 Common Mistakes
Are you making these 5 common content marketing mistakes? By Katrina Williams, BDI Senior Marketing Manager Content marketing can be a powerful tool. From blogs that increase website traffic, to…
Digital Fundraising Trends:
Results and Recommendations 5 areas where nonprofits should focus By Stephanie Tippitt, Vice President, Digital Strategy This is an exciting time for digital marketing! The results of our 2022 digital…
But That’s Not How I Talk!
5 reasons your fundraising writing should NOT read the way your CEO speaks By Allison Myrick, Associate Creative Director, Regional and National Accounts If you’ve been in fundraising more than…
QUICK SHOT: Nonprofit Postal Rates are Increasing… Like Everything Else!
A few considerations for direct mail fundraising as nonprofit postage rises 5% this July By Carmen Campbell, Director of Production and Purchasing Happy birthday to me! As I write this…
Fundraising Ethics (or Why My Grandmother Was Right!)
By Phil Stolberg, BDI Chief Operating Officer When you think of the word ethics, what comes to mind? Or more specifically, I should ask, what do you think is the…
QUICK SHOT: Creating a Culture of Employee Appreciation
Increase retention and boost productivity on your team with these tips By McKennah Williams, Director of People & Culture A recent article from Harvard Business Review noted a significant gap…