Today more than ever, consumers enjoy getting good mail pieces. What is good? There are three basic elements that determine the success of a direct mail marketing campaign: the list,…
Predictions are worth the weight of the paper they are printed on, and since this is an email…. Nonetheless, here are my “Top Ten Fundraising” predictions as we head into…
I’ve combed through the new COVID-19 Relief Package II, and here’s the news from it that affects our nonprofits. I welcome your input about other legislative points you’ve seen. Overall Federal lawmakers struck a nearly $900…
With the holiday season upon us, gift giving is sure to be on your mind. A nonprofit CEO, Doretha, recently asked me, “Should I send my donors gifts?” My answer:…
If I never again hear the phrase, "now, more than ever," I would be pleased. I understand why we use it, to convey urgency, but it is hackneyed. Was our…
We at LAPA Fundraising are often asked, “Can we (a USA Family Foundation) make grants outside the U.S.? Family foundations can safely grant to non-501(c)(3) organizations outside the U.S. as…