by Megan Thorn | Jan 27, 2017 | All blog posts, Events, Fundraising
Last updated October 12, 2018 Valentines is a great opportunity to think outside the square and try something new, so consider how the lovey-dovey day fits with your organisation. There are many ways to make the most of this annual celebration of love. Are you...
by Megan Thorn | Jan 27, 2017 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated January 27, 2017 Thanking your donors is an essential part of growing your donor relationships and a well written thank-you letter is the best place to start. However, if you really want to deepen your donor relationship, then a thank-you letter should...
by Megan Thorn | Aug 17, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated August 17, 2016 Not that many years ago, very few New Zealanders had even heard of crowdfunding and those who had were sceptical of its value as a genuine fundraising tool. I remember watching an interview where one well known New Zealand fundraiser...
by Megan Thorn | Jun 1, 2016 | All blog posts, Events, Fundraising, Marketing and Communication, Social Media, Traditional Media
Last updated June 1, 2016 The term ‘Publicity Stunt’ has been used for decades as people, businesses and non-profit organisations create activities to entice media attention. The really successful stunts have a direct link from the activity to the message that needs...
by Megan Thorn | May 25, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising, Sponsorship
Last updated May 25, 2016 Fundraising can often feel like an overwhelming, never-ending task, especially for small organisations with limited resources to invest in the fundraising process. Thankfully, successful fundraising does not rely on just one thing, but rather...
by Megan Thorn | May 12, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising, Marketing and Communication
Last updated May 12, 2016 We all talk about how important it is to thank our donors and supporters, but many small organisations lack any real systems to make sure it is done well. Saying Thank You takes more than a generalised letter and a Christmas card at the end...
