Fall Virtual Events – Webinar Highlights If you missed it, our Director of Special Events and Capital Campaigns, Tiffany Parnes, was a guest expert on a recent webinar: “How to plan fall virtual events” hosted by Freewill. Below are some of the important questions attendees had during the conversation – and Tiffany’s answers. You can find

Foundation Support – You Asked. We Answered About 300 non-profit organizations joined us for a webinar hosted by Bloomerang. Our topic was “How to Tap Foundation Support during COVID-19.” (If you’d like to see the entire presentation, click here). We received some great questions and wanted to share them — and our responses — with you.

Finding More Foundation Support Recently, Margy-Ruth and Perry Davis led a webinar on Bloomerang’s web series platform on how to tap foundation support in the COVID-19 climate. You can find the full webinar recording here. Below you’ll find the key takeaways from their discussion to help you plan strategic foundation solicitation efforts We looked at grant-making

What we’ve learned from running 6 non-profit offices remotely By Tamar Feld, Controller at Perry Davis Associates We handle the back office of six not-for-profits. It’s easier – and way cheaper – for them to outsource their administrative tasks to us than to hire and supervise their own staff. We process donations, pay invoices, reconcile

#GivingTuesdayNow: What is it and how do you make the most of it? By Addison Rothrock, Senior Development Consultant at Perry Davis Associates Even Giving Tuesday has pivoted in response to COVID19 and its impact. While it’s traditionally the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, #GivingTuesdayNow will take place on May 5th. GivingTuesday encourages people to be inspired

This week, we are covering the second important focus area for a successful virtual gala: creating an unforgettable connection and fellowship.

A guide to asking for major gifts during COVID-19. How our client raised over $10 million dollars. By Addison Rothrock, Senior Development Consultant at Perry Davis Associates It’s easy to feel excluded from grantmaking opportunities during a time of crisis. Perhaps you feel that your mission doesn’t align with the prevailing narrative. Or perhaps you’re

Planning a virtual gala, Part One: What you don’t want to miss! By Tiffany Parnes, Director of Capital Campaigns & Special Events at Perry Davis Associates PART ONE Is your annual gala crucial for your bottom line? For many organizations, galas are the primary source of unrestricted income. There’s no need to cancel – or

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides $350 billion in small business loans to keep people employed. What does this mean for nonprofits?

Practical, timely advice for board members in guiding non-profits through the COVID-19 crisis.

We’re seeing a rise in major gifts in the form of Donor Advised Funds, Qualified Charitable Distributions, and even stock.

“Hidden gems” are your supporters who are just waiting to be asked to give more. What are you waiting for?

Who is accountable for fundraising? Transparency is key.

Steward or stalker: what donor data should you collect?

How nonprofits can learn from Millennials’ priorities.

How Millennial giving influences philanthropy on a wider scale.

Millennials, Part 1: Who are they?

Take the Fundraiser Quiz: what tools can you use to raise your score?

Mini-campaign idea to celebrate Mother’s Day…

Why do donors stop giving? Are they bored or underappreciated?

“Back to school” – it’s time to follow up with prospects.

Feels like home – what does working remotely mean for your organization?

Giving is all the rage, especially when donating is a protest.

The show must go on – coming up with a backup plan for your events.

What’s up with Windows 10, and why should non-profits care?

Start fundraising: You can’t get if you don’t ask.

Eat, drink and be practical – keep your event on track and on budget.

Thank you for reading our blog! It’s been a great pleasure to share some of what we have learned this year with you.

Staff Retreats: Yes, they can be informative AND fun!

Tighten up your technology this summer!

Songs for Summer – Our Favorite Tunes for Friendraisers!

Buzzwords: PDA’s Worst Offenders list, and how to avoid them…

You should be planning your next fundraising dinner already.

Talking to Strangers: strategies for connecting around your nonprofit.

The power of a personal thank-you note.

How does the New York Nonprofit Reform Law affect your organization?

Make the most of lulls in your fundraising calendar.

Questions about boards from nonprofit leaders, answered.

What to do when your campaign stalls: tips for Staff, Board members and Donors.

Perry Davis moderates a panel discussion on Corporate Philanthropy.

Stop the turnover: five key ways to find and keep a dedicated fundraiser.