Six Essential Tools to Make a New Nonprofits’ Life Easier
When you start a nonprofit it is confusing and overwhelming. There is so much to do and it all feels like it has to be done right now. I have six tools you can use to help you get organized, clear the confusion, and take away the overwhelm.
My Secret Formula to Fundraising Success
I know this formula probably seems extremely simple but you would be surprised how hard it actually is to put to practice. The one thing I do know is when you spend the time to put this formula into action, funding comes.
Why Should You Write a Fundraising Letter?
After many years in the business, I am convinced that your funding is in your list. This is the most direct way to reach and ask that list for funding. If you have any donors at all, now is the time.
How Restricted Funds Factor Into Your Fundraising Letter
I think the first thing you have to understand is that any time you ask a donor to give for a specific purpose, the funds given must be used for that purpose. That is called restricted funds. Unrestricted funds are the opposite. They can be used for any expense – including salaries. When we write our fundraising letters, fundraising professionals know that giving for a specific purpose raises more money. This often leaves us with a dilemma – what if we raised more than we need for the purpose?
The 3 Myths Stopping You from Fundraising
Organizations who are just starting out know the urgent need for funding. Led by people who, while good-hearted, don't understand the fundamentals of fundraising sustainability. They're often looking for the visible, known, quick solutions to funding their missions....
My #1 Success in Grant Writing
Beyond the process, learning what funders look for when determining if the organization is a good investment has helped me assist new nonprofits with program development, budgeting, collaboration, and setting the organization’s foundation.
Whose Responsibility is Fundraising Anyway?
Many Founders and Board Chairs I talk to find it difficult to get their Board members to take responsibility for fundraising. It often comes down to whose responsibility is it? Today, we talk about the responsibilities as it pertains to the Board- collectively and...
7 Irresistable Nonprofit Board Resources to Get Your Board on Track
I recently received the question, “What are some resources for board development?” To answer your question, here are seven irresistible non-profit board resources.
Book Review: The Fundraising Habits of Supremely Successful People
I’ve chosen this book for several reasons. First, we are talking about boards this month so it fit nicely. Second, it is a quick read – about an hour – so you can quickly get the information and start applying it. Lastly, while many of the 25 habits listed may be difficult for small nonprofits to set, all the habits can either be implemented now or strived to be accomplished in the future. It is worth you and your Board to read.
5 Nontraditional Ways to Get Excellent Board Members
Everyone seems to be connected on the internet so why not use what you have? Here are some free out-of-the-box resources.
Steps to Success
A Simple Plan
About Me
Hi!
I’m Alesha.
I teach new and small nonprofit leaders how to raise funds so that they can transform the lives of the people they want to serve. I help them set foundations that get them ready for grants and donations. I walk you through sound fundraising practices- action step by action step- to alleviate the overwhelm and make you productive and successfully following your passion for helping people.
I also help the overwhelm by taking fundraising tasks off of your plate. 