by Megan Thorn | Apr 13, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated April 13, 2016 I can’t think of a single organisation that would say no to a $20,000 gift of untagged funds, yet so few organisations have a plan for attracting those kinds of donations. Is it any wonder that the gifts don’t come? If you want to create a...
by Megan Thorn | Apr 11, 2016 | All blog posts, Fundraising, Marketing and Communication, Non-Profit Management, Volunteering
Last updated April 11, 2016 Over the last few years it has become obvious that small organisations need to work more collaboratively if they want to survive in the changing marketplace. There is constant chatter about collaboration rather than competition, and even...
by Megan Thorn | Apr 7, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising
Last updated April 7, 2016 You and I both know that fundraising is a full-time job, whether you’re paid for it or not. Even if you’re not actively phoning donors, negotiating with event suppliers, or writing a sponsorship letter, your brain is always on the job and...
by Megan Thorn | Mar 31, 2016 | Events, Fundraising
Last updated March 31, 2016 Traditionally New Zealand non-profits leave all their fundraising events to the summer season, but there are some great events you can hold in the winter too. Check out these 6 Winter Fundraising Ideas to keep the momentum going through the...
by Megan Thorn | Feb 27, 2016 | All blog posts, Fundraising
Last updated February 27, 2016 If you were a teenager before the advent of the internet or reality TV, you’ll no doubt be familiar with the concept of a celebrity Fan Club. And when I say Fan Club, I don’t mean a Facebook page where a simple click of the mouse makes...
by Megan Thorn | Feb 27, 2016 | All blog posts, Donations, Fundraising, Grants
Last updated February 27, 2016 Hiring a professional fundraiser can be an effective way to help grow your organisation, but just like any role, you need to make sure you have the right person for the job. Would you employ a Finance Administrator who didn’t know the...
