Resources
Staying informed on current trends and strategies is an important part of our jobs. It keeps our fundraising fresh and attentive to our mission and those who support it.
Our library of resources will help you Learn More so you can Do More.
Your Mid-Year Guide to Reconnecting with Donors
The calendar has officially flipped to the second half of the year, making July the perfect time to pause and reflect on your donor relationships. Are some of your most reliable supporters starting to slip away? Have new donors from earlier in the year gone silent?...
Nonprofit Fundraising Trends Amid Global and National Shifts
In today’s landscape, nonprofit organizations are navigating a complex mix of social, economic, national, and global events that are influencing how they raise money and engage third-party support. These shifts necessitate a more agile, community-driven, and...
Don’t Let Your Fundraising Take a Summer Vacation: Why Now’s the Time to Connect
While many nonprofits hit pause during the summer, this "slow" season is actually a golden opportunity to deepen donor relationships. With less noise in their inboxes and mailboxes, a heartfelt thank-you call or a quick impact update can have surprising power. Read on...
Quarter 4 for Non-Profits: Year-End Strategies and Planning for 2025
Maximizing Year-End Fundraising Strategies You’ve hopefully already established your year-end fundraising strategies, or they’re already happening. There are a few ways you can take your strategy farther to have an even greater impact. Send Impact-Focused Updates...
Fundraiser Copywriting for Non-Profits: Your Guide to Writing Compelling Asks and Increasing Donation Rates
In the crowded landscape of donor-funded and non-profit organizations, standing out and securing donations can be a formidable challenge. Whether you're aiming to fund a new project, sustain ongoing operations, or support an urgent cause, effective copywriting can be...
Meet the Team: Bev Crandall-Rice, M.S.
Let's get to know Bev Crandall-Rice, M.S., the Vice President of J. Milito & Associates, who also serves as a Project Manager & Fundraising Consultant. What inspires you? What inspires me is working with our non-profit partners to help them inspire new donors,...
Celebrating 25 Years !
THANK YOU! Thank You for the amazing work you do in your community! And, Thank You for your partnership on a remarkable twenty-five year journey! The journey began in Aunt Louise’s basement calling Catholic School alumni. Twenty-five years later, we're out of the...
Ask the Expert: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Monthly Giving . . . But Were Afraid to Ask
Organizations on average, retain 40-45% of their donors annually. For first-time donors that number drops to around 20%. What if you could retain more donors and raise more money by including monthly recurring giving in your organization’s development plan? Successful...
Donor Retention: A Valentine’s Day Love Story
Once upon a time . . . Mary faithfully mailed her $10 annual check to her favorite charity. She loved the charity’s mission and it made her feel special to support such a worthy cause. Joe and Evelyn started giving to their favorite charity 15 years ago. They wanted...