Case Study Snapshot: Before While planning for a major annual fundraiser in the midst of federal funding challenges, a key staff member at Meals on Wheels Chesapeake had to resign. Working with WHC WHC jumped in to help Meals on Wheels Chesapeake stick to their plan for the fundraiser and provided tools and training that […] The post Meals on Wheels Chesapeake Doubled Fundraiser Revenue (Despite Staffing Shortages!) appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
Case Study Snapshot: Before ACTFL, the national member association for language educators, wanted to launch a foundation as their charitable arm but needed to build a fundraising operation from the ground up. Working with WHC Windmill Hill Consulting partnered with ACTFL to create a comprehensive fundraising plan for the new Language Connects Foundation (LCF) that […] The post WHC Builds a Fundraising Operation from the Ground Up appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
What began as a response to Black Friday’s consumer craze has grown into what we all know as Giving Tuesday, a worldwide day of giving. Since its launch in 2012, it’s grown from a small initiative at New York’s 92nd Street Y into a global movement that inspires millions of donors each year. In the […] The post Giving Tuesday Deserves a Strategy, Not Just a Sprint appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
If your nonprofit feels stuck in a routine of fundraising events and campaigns that continuously yield the same results, you may be looking for a fresh way to reach new supporters. Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising could be exactly what you need. This type of fundraiser is a powerful tool that expands your reach (and increases your […] The post P2P Fundraising: How to Recruit and Motivate Participants appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
Managing your nonprofit’s finances involves many moving parts. You must create financial policies, distribute responsibilities, develop a budget, and follow relevant guidelines like Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). One of the most important elements of financial management for charitable organizations is nonprofit financial statements. These documents summarize your nonprofit’s financial activities and health, offering benefits […] The post Understanding Nonprofit Financ...| Windmill Hill Consulting
August might not feel like prime fundraising season. The inbox is quieter, vacations are winding down, and everyone is bracing for back-to-school and fall campaigns. But here’s a secret savvy fundraisers know: Make-A-Will Month is one of the most underrated opportunities of the year. This annual awareness campaign isn’t flashy, but it is quietly powerful. […] The post Using Make-A-Will Month to Grow Your Legacy Giving Program appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
Smart giving is on the rise, and it’s changing the way people give, why they give, and how much they’re willing to contribute. More and more supporters are discovering that giving can be both generous and strategic. Donors are moving beyond traditional cash gifts and looking for ways to give that align with their financial […] The post The Rise of Smart Giving: Fundraising’s Next Big Opportunity appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
Case Study Snapshot: Before The Prevent Cancer Foundation had a successful gala each year but wasn’t converting gala attendees into loyal, engaged champions for their cause. Working with WHC WHC came alongside their new major gifts staff to develop a strategy to engage and cultivate major donors. WHC also provided the tools and training to […] The post New Major Gifts Strategy Delivers for Prevent Cancer Foundation appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
Let’s start with the name: The One, Big, Beautiful Bill. It reads more like a marketing gimmick than public policy. But the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” carries serious implications for nonprofits, and not the good kind. Released on June 16, the revised Senate tax bill proposes (another) massive shift in how charitable giving is treated. […] The post From Deductions to Donations: What’s Changing for Nonprofits in the Newest Tax Bill appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
It’s a tough time for nonprofits. Costs are rising, funder priorities are shifting, and many organizations are being asked to do more with less. Amid all this, securing grant funding can feel like both an urgent necessity and a constant challenge. That’s why grant writing still matters – maybe more than ever. When done right, […] The post Grant Writing That Connects: Make Your Proposals Stand Out in Uncertain Times appeared first on Windmill Hill Consulting.| Windmill Hill Consulting
In nonprofit work, data is power. Learn how to put your data to good use and create a data-driven culture at your organization to improve your operations.| Windmill Hill Consulting