The Bottom Line: Give Development a Seat at the (Board) Table

When it comes to fundraising, even the most passionate and connected board members won’t have the knowledge or time to drive the process. Nor should the most experienced and skilled chief development officer be expected to work fundraising magic in a vacuum. Sustainable fund development is the result of teamwork, and good teamwork is built on trust. 

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Vicki Burkhart
The Right Directors Build a Winning Team

Nonprofits are more than a collection of programs. Keeping a nonprofit running requires expertise in a range of operational areas including fund development, information systems, communications, data management, and more. Fractional staffing can ensure that you are addressing your functional needs precisely and efficiently.

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Vicki Burkhart
Happy (Fiscal) New Year!

In the nonprofit world, “year-end” might coincide with the close of the calendar year, or it might signify a mid-year closing point created by the board. Either way the requirement is the same: leaving no stone unturned in meeting your annual fundraising goals while building strategically for fundraising success in the future.

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Vicki Burkhart
Managing in Uncertain Times – Tips for Supporting Your Team

The last several weeks have been a roller coaster ride. Those of you who are leading nonprofits are tasked with managing the anxieties of your board, staff and volunteers, in addition to your own concerns. Now is a good time to take a deep breath, and to give some attention to calming stormy emotions so that your team can stay focused and productive.

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Vicki Burkhart
Strengthen Your Leadership Impact with a Trusted Thought Partner

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have someone to call on – a trusted nonprofit professional who has the wisdom of experience – when you needed to think through a problem or opportunity your organization is facing? Believe it or not, that kind of support is available, in a wide variety of formats at an even wider variety of price points. Read my rationale for engaging a “thought partner” and consider giving it a try!

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Vicki Burkhart
Cash Is King: The Case for Creating a Contingency Fund

It might sound a little old-fashioned – bringing to mind Depression-era great- grandparents stashing their spare dollar bills in cookie jars and under mattresses – but a cash reserve has never been more relevant. In this blog, I lay out the case for setting aside contingency funds, along with the steps to get you started.

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Vicki Burkhart
So You Missed the End Zone

Is the writing on the wall telling you that your campaign is going to fall short of its goal? Don’t despair! Embrace the opportunity to re-energize volunteers, galvanize donors, and learn what you can do better next time around. This post outlines proactive steps that you can take to mine a challenging situation for its positives.

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Vicki Burkhart
Winter = Housekeeping Time

I don’t know about you, but I find it takes a few weeks to get back into full swing after the holiday season. But that doesn’t mean we can’t be productive! I have assembled a list of great ways to use the winter lull to get your nonprofit onto firm footing for a busy – and prosperous – year.

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Vicki Burkhart
What’s Old is What’s New Again? Our Thoughts on 2025 Trend Predictions

GivingTuesday’s stellar 2024 results raised our spirits, especially on the heels of a less-than encouraging Giving USA report for 2023. Which got us wondering: how can we capitalize on this momentum in 2025? We weighed in on all the chatter about new trends and weeded out the ones that we think will matter most. Spoiler alert: in the rush to pursue what’s “new,” don’t forget the tried and the true.

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Vicki Burkhart
Is Your Technology Working for You?

It’s time to look at technology as a valuable resource for your nonprofit, rather than as a costly time consumer. In this blog Jillian Campayno, a member of the More Than Giving Co. tech team, shares her experiences providing fractional expertise to help our clients get the most out of their technology investment.

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Vicki Burkhart
How Your Nonprofit Can Foster Meaningful Community Engagement

Meaningful community engagement doesn’t have to be fancy. It does, however, need to be strategic, consistent, and sustained. This post offers step-by-step suggestions for listening to, and learning from, your stakeholders. Their participation in your nonprofit’s strategic direction will lead to efficient use of your resources as well as more effective programming.

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Vicki Burkhart