Watch this space for upcoming workshops, trainings or classes. … [Read more...]
What did you accomplish today?
I did a short presentation on time management tips for a group of nonprofit volunteer managers last week. The tip most commented on, during and after, follows. In nonprofit work, with all our varied stakeholders, there are days when we arrive to a well-organized list of items … [Read more...]
Sponsorship, Fundraising Class Sept. 26 – Oct. 17
Get better at asking for money! Toni is offering "Sponsorship: Asking For Money For Your Organization" Wednesdays, Sept. 26 through Oct. 17, through SRJC Community Ed. Class meets 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cost is $121. Class is listed under Business Skills in the SRJC Community Ed … [Read more...]
Closing The Sale: What To Do When Sponsor Prospects Don’t Respond
You feel great! The prospective sponsor had time to meet with you, was responsive, said they want to be involved, but they couldn’t sign an agreement today for any of a range of reasons. Three weeks later it appears they have dropped off the face of the earth. We do have … [Read more...]
Event-Time Tip for Nurturing Sponsor Relationships
In spite of the rain outside my window, the calendar says it’s event-time. Now that you are deep into logistics and coordination, how do you keep up the ongoing communications that strengthen sponsor relationships? Here’s a quick idea that has potential for a number of … [Read more...]