The Importance of Planned Giving with Lula Dawit of The Woodruff Arts Center
“The key to being a good fundraiser is being donor centric.” Lula Dawit, Director of Planned Giving for The Woodruff Arts Center joins Alexander Haas President and CEO, David King to discuss the importance of planned giving. The two dive into the continued impact of the 2017 Tax Act, managing fundraiser/donor relationships and how theRead More The Importance of Planned Giving with Lula Dawit of The Woodruff Arts Center
Client Partner, Wofford College, Announces $300 Million Fundraising Campaign
In a statement released October 19, 2018, Wofford College announced the launch of the public phase of its most ambitious fundraising campaign in the history of the college, “For Wofford: The Campaign for Wofford College,” with a goal of raising $300 million by October 2022. Arthur Criscillis, Ed.D., Managing Partner at Alexander Haas, has beenRead More Client Partner, Wofford College, Announces $300 Million Fundraising Campaign
Trickle Down Philanthropy
I’m fascinated by the changing trends in philanthropy, particularly as it relates to innovation. Every day we are introduced to some new technology that promises to encourage our well-being up the positive vector. Maybe you’re wondering, Why am I reading about technology and innovation in a Philanthropy blog—stay with me. This past summer I wasRead More Trickle Down Philanthropy
The New Era of Year-End Giving Campaigns
Many nonprofits rely on year-end campaigns to fund their organization. While some tried and true strategies exist, 2018 will have a twist that nonprofit organizations need to plan for as they establish their end-of-year giving campaigns. 1. Setting a Specific Goal Every fundraising campaign your nonprofit engages in should have a clear, realistic goal attachedRead More The New Era of Year-End Giving Campaigns
Four Elements of Effective Governing Boards
Governing Boards, particularly those that do not consist of political appointees and work effectively, seem to have several common elements that help to ensure they stay effective. First, they have well-defined and appropriately structured committees where the work of the Board rests. In some Boards, most of that work falls to an executive committee, whichRead More Four Elements of Effective Governing Boards
Modern Media Relations for Nonprofits with Peter Panepento
“If you are not on social media, participating in conversations, your voice is absent as a nonprofit.”
How Harvard Raised $9.6 Billion, and What Comes Next for All Campaigns
Nine … point … six … billion … dollars. Fundraisers have been rolling that figure around in their heads in the wake of Harvard University’s announcement that its most recent campaign, which concluded July 1, brought in more money than any previous drive by any institution anywhere.
The Hiring Conundrum: Experience Vs. Relationships
Should you hire someone who has a strong background in development or someone who already has relationships in the community? This is a question we hear often from nonprofit leadership.
Atlantan Serves on Association of Yale Alumni Board of Governors
Alexander Haas Fundraising Consultant Practices What He Preaches Giving Generously of His Time, Talents and Treasure.
3 Ways to the Most of #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday continues to grow in popularity and impact in a way your nonprofit cannot afford to miss out on. Last year alone, #GivingTuesday raised over $300 million online for charities with an average gift exceeding $120, marking a 64% growth in funds raised from 2016. This year’s #GivingTuesday, November 27, 2018, kicks off what manyRead More 3 Ways to the Most of #GivingTuesday
