8 Valuable Lessons Nonprofit Fundraisers Learned in the Past Year

NPFX: The Nonprofit Fundraising Exchange

In the final episode of season 3, our panel looks back at 2022 to discuss the most valuable lessons learned by nonprofit fundraisers this past year. Topics include the economy's impact on fundraising, challenges for capital campaigns, attracting monthly donors, donor retention and stewardship, how to use QR codes in fundraising, and more.

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Additional Resources

IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources

[NPFX] Why Monthly Giving Matters for Every Nonprofit Organization https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/why-monthly-giving-matters-for-every-nonprofit-organization

Nonprofit Monthly Sustainers: 8 Tips for a Successful Monthly Giving Program https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/nonprofit-monthly-sustainers-part-2-8-tips-for-a-successful-monthly-giving-program

[NPFX] Capital Campaigns: Moving Your Nonprofit to the Next Level https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/capital-campaigns-moving-your-nonprofit-to-the-next-level

Writing a Great Thank You Letter: The First Step in Successful Donor Stewardship https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/writing-a-great-thank-you-letter-the-first-step-in-successful-donor-stewardship

Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his role as senior consultant with IPM Advancement, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development.

Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics.

Samantha Timlick, vice president of client services for IPM Advancement, provides subject matter expertise that covers all aspects of client and project management including direct mail, telemarketing, and digital campaigns. Since 2007 she has managed renewal, appeal, and acquisition programs encompassing more than 200 million total recipients.

Nonprofits Mentioned in the Episode:

Animal Protection New Mexico https://apnm.org/

The University of Minnesota https://twin-cities.umn.edu/