Beat The (Fundraising) Heat
By: W. Milton Key, Jr., Partner Many of you reading this piece will know that, historically, July and August are the slowest months of the year for charitable fundraising, in general. Many board members and other donors and friends are busy with family commitments or vacations. You may be willing to travel to Aspen, BarRead More Beat The (Fundraising) Heat
University of Connecticut
Working with Alexander Haas was a pleasure! I would recommend your work and firm without… Joshua Newton, UCONN
He’s Just Not That Into You
By: Elizabeth Smith, Project Coordinator He’s just not that into you…the worst words for a single girl to hear after going on what she thought was a successful date. We all know you can’t always salvage a relationship when there is no chemistry, but what about donors? What do you do if they are notRead More He’s Just Not That Into You
David ‘Shuff’ Shufflebarger, Senior Partner at Alexander Haas
Book recommendation: The Raising of Money: Thirty-Five Essentials Every Trustee Should Know by James Gregory Lord Personal habit that contributes to success: Work ethic. “The harder you work, the luckier you get.” Ice breaker for new donor prospect: Ask about their life story in terms of the organization. “Tell me how you became involved with (organization).” Best piece of adviceRead More David ‘Shuff’ Shufflebarger, Senior Partner at Alexander Haas
BONUS: Giving USA Results 2016
Alexander Haas in partnership with the Association of Fundraising Professionals Atlanta Chapter present Giving USA Results 2016 David King, President and CEO of Alexander Haas Tuesday, June 22, 2016
Three Practices Trending In Development
By: Nancy E. Peterman, Partner Those of us who have been in the field of development for more than 25 years have seen various ideas come in and out of vogue. There are other strategies that are a variations of a past practice. Here are three that are trending today: 1) Day of Giving: ThisRead More Three Practices Trending In Development
A History of Modern Philanthropy
By: Jerry W. Henry, Partner I’ve always been a history buff. But, a new website has piqued my interest in a way that combines my love of history and my interest in philanthropy. A History of Modern Philanthropy, found at www.HistoryOfGiving.org, is an interactive website that takes a look at philanthropy since the 1500’s. OrganizedRead More A History of Modern Philanthropy
Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church
Your firm brings something most do not even try to provide… The Reverend Michael R. Sullivan
HCA Hope Fund
The professional fundraising council of Alexander Haas provided a valuable service to us as we built… Joanne Pulles, President
King University
With your assistance, our supports have truly ‘stepped up into place’ and have taken pride and ownership… Gregory D. Jordan, Former President
