Habitat International has always operated in our service areas, but with Habitat 2.0 in full swing the need to communicate this complex relationship to our community is more important than ever before.  Of course, it’s complicated…. Where does the local mission end, and the global mission begin? And more importantly, how can donors trust that…

Annual reports are an important vehicle to communicate with our community, funders and supporters. However, telling a comprehensive story that illustrates your impact to date and your vision for the future can sometimes be challenging. At a minimum, annual reports serve as a reflection of the organization’s impact to date, but where they often fall…

Corporate partnerships are a crucial source of resources for Habitat for Humanity affiliates. These relationships provide financial support, in-kind donations, and volunteer labor that help fulfill the mission of providing affordable homeownership.  For affiliates looking to enhance their corporate fundraising programs, understanding how to find new sponsors, structure sponsorship packages, and maintain long-term relationships is…

In the world of nonprofit fundraising, Matching Fund Campaigns can be a powerful tool to increase campaign response rates, increase gift size and build urgency around your campaign. In fact, according to Double the Donation, 84% of survey participants say they’re more likely to donate if a match is offered. And, donors in matching campaigns…

In nonprofit fundraising, connecting in a personalized way is critical to deepening your donors relationships, expanding reach in your community and getting new donors engaged in your work. The challenge: finding enough time and bandwidth to personalize communications with every single donor.  There aren’t enough hours in the day. So, how do you create a…