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Fundraising’s Seismic Shift

Fundraising’s Seismic Shift

A dramatic shift in fundraising is occurring nationwide. Revenues are shifting by channel. A decade ago, easily 75 percent of all revenue came from direct response. Channels like direct mail, email, and digital marketing drove two-thirds to three-quarters of all income.

LEGENDS of Fit Fundraising, Interview with Tony Marciano, President Emeritus of the Charlotte Rescue Mission

LEGENDS of Fit Fundraising, Interview with Tony Marciano, President Emeritus of the Charlotte Rescue Mission

In this episode, Roy Jones talks with 28 year nonprofit legend, Tony Marciano, president emeritus, of the Charlotte Rescue Mission, about nonprofit leadership and the challenges facing frontline fundraisers in America today. With emphasis on human services and work with homeless shelter guests; connecting to the emotions of the donor, learn strategies for campaigns that get results.

Hiring Fundraising Staff

Hiring Fundraising Staff

The major gift fundraisers are not magicians. They can’t simply pull their millionaire contacts and tell them to give to your ministry now that they work for you. It just does not happen that way. If you have a large pool of middle donors and/or current major donors that need to be cultivated, then you are ready to hire a frontline fundraiser. Here is some fundraiser hiring best practices:

Cultivating Generosity: The Spirit Behind the Seed

Cultivating Generosity: The Spirit Behind the Seed

If you want to inspire generosity in others, one of the keys is to first live generously yourself. Generosity is not just about giving; it’s about sowing. In the parable of the sower (Matthew 13), Jesus explains how seeds fall on different types of soil—some thrive, others wither. The principle here isn’t just about crops or even people. The message in this story is about what happens when we release what we’ve been given. It is about what God adds to our efforts towards generosity.

Jay Koopman – Fundraising Advisor

Fundraising AdvisorJay Koopman Jay Koopman serves as an associate and account director for Fit Fundraising. Mr. Koopman brings over two decades of expertise in fundraising, with a passion rooted in mission-driven ministry. His journey began with Teen Challenge and...

Stephen McKellar – Marketing Manager

Marketing ManagerStephen McKellarStephen McKellar is a marketing manager at Fit Fundraising, where he specializes in developing strategic campaigns that drive engagement and growth. With a strong background in digital marketing, fundraising, and community outreach,...

Kari Kee – Administrative Director

Administrative DirectorKari KeeKari Kee brings 20 years of non-profit experience and leadership to FIT Fundraising as our Administrative Director.  As a pastor’s wife, Kari has an acute understanding of the complexities and joys of volunteer-driven ministries and...

Ed Brookover – Campaign Strategist

Campaign StrategistEd BrookoverEd Brookover is a seasoned campaign strategist working with Fit Fundraising, bringing decades of political and strategic expertise. Before founding Meraki Media, he played a key role in national politics, serving as a Senior Advisor for...

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