May isn’t just for flowers and graduations—it’s also the biggest month of the year for new monthly donor signups. That’s right! According to NeonOne, May sees more people commit to recurring giving than any other month.

Why? Maybe it’s the post-tax season calm, the inspiration of spring renewal,...

The start of the year is full of fresh goals, long to-do lists, and that faint hope that this will be the year you finally organize your inbox. (Spoiler alert: it won’t be.) 

But there’s one task you should definitely add to your calendar that’s both rewarding and surprisingly easy:  stewardship me...

Major donors are game-changers for Catholic nonprofits, especially during year-end fundraising campaigns. Their generosity doesn’t just fuel your mission—it inspires others to give, and it sets the tone for your entire campaign. But, to unlock their full potential, you need to engage them strategica...

As the year wraps up, there’s one group of donors you don’t want to overlook: your LYBUNT (Last Year But Unfortunately Not This Year) and SYBUNT (Some Year But Unfortunately Not This Year) supporters. 

These are folks who believed in your mission enough to donate in the past but, for whatever re...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

Running a nonprofit is like steering a ship through uncharted waters. As the executive director, you’re the captain, guiding the crew. Amid the waves of daily tasks, one crucial element stands out: fundraising. 

You might be tempted to delegate fundrais...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

Inflow must be greater than outflow.

When it comes to setting a budget, this fact is obvious.

When preparing the budget for a nonprofit organization, though, many fundraisers find that the process seems to happen backwards.

Your experience may reso...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

Planned giving is a powerful way for donors to support causes they care about while also leaving a legacy that lasts beyond their lifetime. 

Nonprofit organizations rely on thoughtful contributions like these to continue their vital work and make a diff...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

As you explore the possibility of embarking on a transformative capital campaign for your nonprofit, one of the most critical factors for success is strategic staffing. 

With the right team in place, you can navigate the complexities of fundraising with...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

Catholic nonprofits are quickly realizing that the future of their ministry relies on building a self-sustaining fundraising program.

In a time of shrinking Catholic demographics, relying on your budget to come from an organization like your diocese does n...

By Rhen Hoehn, Director of Marketing

I'm often asked, “Why would I spend time and money to go meet donors for coffee when I can just send them an email or letter?”

Or, “Wouldn’t it be easier and cheaper to put a little time into grant writing, rather than meeting with people and hoping some o...

By Mary Walker, Petrus Blog Contributor

Plans fail when there is no counsel, but they succeed when advisors are many.  (Proverbs 15:22)

It’s a tough world out there, and our ministries need help to survive and grow. Questions arise. Which path should you pursue? How can you get from where ...

That’s a great question! What do fundraisers do anyway? Meet for coffees at high-end coffee shops, wine and dine prospective donors, rounds of golf on the best golf courses around the world, etc. You name it, I’ve heard it! 

I think a lot of folks think fundraisers are the non-profit’s sleazy us...