Fundraising

Financing Capital Projects -- Show Me the Money!

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You have a capital project—purchasing a new building or renovating/expanding an existing building—and you have the architect and contractor all lined up, but how are you going to pay for it all? Your fundraising campaign will only go so far and often trickles in over a 3 to 5-year period. Does your...

*Where Strategic Planning and Fundraising Meet

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If you’re dreaming bigger for your mission, you need more than good intentions—you need a clear path forward. This session shows how a strong strategic plan can rally passionate donors, inspire fundraiser confidence, and fuel long-term growth. Funding for Good’s experts will outline WHY every...

2025 National Philanthropy Day Awards Reception

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The Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Eastern Iowa chapter will hold its 2025 National Philanthropy Day awards reception Thursday, Nov. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the fourth-floor ballroom at the Veterans Memorial Building in Cedar Rapids. Awards will be presented during a program at 4:30 p.m...

*Get Your Board Fundraising

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Join us to learn practical strategies for better engaging your board in fundraising. In this course, we’ll cover boards’ typical fundraising responsibilities, why some board members may be reluctant to fundraise, and how to overcome these concerns. We will also brainstorm new ways your board members...

Ask Me Anything: Navigating the Federal Grant Landscape

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From federal policies and canceled funding to departmental shifts, the federal grant landscape is rapidly changing. Join fundraising peers for a conversation on navigating these challenges and how to pivot your strategies for the future. We'll provide tools to help you plan and share success stories...

*Finish Strong: Simple Strategies to Maximize Year-End Giving

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The last few weeks of the year are a time of tremendous potential (and pressure) for your nonprofit organization. But with the right strategies, you can achieve your year-end fundraising goals with confidence and close out the year strong. Join nonprofit expert Floyd Jones for a free, practical...

*Do More With Less: Practical Fundraising Wins for Small Teams

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For small nonprofits, year-end fundraising can feel overwhelming not because you lack passion, but because you’re juggling too much with too little. That’s why we created ready-to-use year-end engagement plans and templates, built directly into your donor management system. On October 7, Janet Cobb...

Ask An Expert -- Positioning for Success: How 2026 Tax Changes Can Fuel Your Marketing

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Building on Lynn Gaumer's New Tax Law: What's Staying, What's Changing and What It Means for You session, Micholyn Fajen, founder and chief marketing executive with Fajen Consulting will show you how the upcoming 2026 tax changes can shape donor behavior -- and how to use that insight to strengthen...

*Smart Ways to Engage Midlevel Donors

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When fundraising teams consist of professionals dedicated to major gifts and to annual gifts, donors who fall in the middle can be overlooked. Yet these supporters are often committed and loyal, with the potential to become big donors someday. Join us for a 75-minute session to learn smart ways to...

*Capturing Donor Attention in the Year-End Rush

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When every nonprofit is vying for donor attention, it’s not about doing more- it’s about doing what works. Join us on September 10th from 1-2 p.m. EDT where Drew Glover, fundraising expert, will showcase real-world examples from small nonprofits that turned limited time and resources into strong...

*Storytelling Tools to Boost Nonprofit Fundraising Success

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Discover how mission-driven messaging, targeted content, and strategic social media can grow your nonprofit. This webinar offers actionable insights to boost fundraising, engage supporters, and drive impact—empowering you to amplify your mission and achieve lasting change. Learning objectives: •...

*No More Waiting: How to Fundraise Faster, Braver, and Smarter

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Learn to drive faster, donor-focused campaigns with bold strategies, smarter prospecting, and bolder actions. This session empowers nonprofit professionals to energize fundraising, build momentum, and align their efforts with their mission—without burnout. Take action and amplify your impact...