Gifts of Grain Can Be Golden
According to the USDA, there are over 2 million farmers in the United States. Although farmers make up just over 1% of the labor force, it is not an audience to overlook for charit
A Small-Scale Approach to Special Events
Many organizations had to cancel special events in 2020 as a precaution during the height of the coronavirus pandemic. Those same organizations may have already canceled fundraisin
2021 Charitable Tax Benefits
In 2020, tax benefits for charitable giving were established to encourage individuals to continue to support charities during the coronavirus pandemic. These charitable tax benefit
When Can We Meet Again?
As more individuals are vaccinated for the coronavirus and mask and social distancing guidelines are relaxed, is it OK to meet in person with donors again? All of that depends on y
The Resurgence of Direct Mail
Last month, we shared how creativity and flexibility helped many AMPERAGE clients continue to raise funds last year in spite of Covid-19 and other global concerns. In this Fundrais
The Results Are In — 2020 Fundraising Outcomes Strong
As the first quarter of 2021 comes to a close, many philanthropy resources are reporting that nonprofit fundraising for 2020 finished ahead of the previous year. At AMPERAGE Market
Public Relations in Fundraising Campaigns
Public Relations can play a large role in fundraising and should be considered in each step of your campaign planning process. Combining PR counsel with your fundraising consulting
Fundraising Rules 2021
Fundraising Rules Today? Some Things Don’t Change 2020 has certainly been a year for the record books. Everything may feel upside down in our personal and professional lives. For
Don’t Stop Nonprofit Fundraising
This Is No Time to Slow Down or Stop Nonprofit Fundraising Every crisis creates opportunity. That’s why I believe nonprofit fundraising “asks” should absolutely continue duri
Should I Consider Raising Funds for an Endowment?
Endowments are often associated with large nonprofit organizations in higher education or hospital foundations. Money raised for an endowment is invested, and the return is designa