The Here's The Tea Nonprofit Report is a free newsletter that helps nonprofits navigate fundraising, marketing, and board of directors. Every Friday you will get actionable strategies to help you raise money for your mission.
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If you’re among the 50% who’ve put fundraising expectations in writing—great start! But a document alone doesn’t drive action. Follow-through is where alignment happens. Bring that policy to life by reviewing it annually, offering practical ways to engage, and celebrating board wins that align with those expectations.
For the 37.5% who haven’t clearly communicated expectations yet—it’s time. Clarity creates confidence. Start with a simple board commitment form, a brief conversation at the next meeting, or a dedicated training session.
Remember: most board members want to help but need to know what "helping" actually looks like. The key is matching their skills with meaningful opportunities to advance your mission's financial health.
Pro tip: Pro tip: Create quarterly "fundraising moments" in board meetings where members can share successes, challenges, and lessons learned—this normalizes fundraising as an ongoing conversation rather than an occasional obligation.
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Fundraising Pathways: This episode dives deep into the importance of creating clear and actionable fundraising "pathways" for your board members.
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🎥How to Engage Volunteers to Build Organization Capacity
A dive into how nonprofits can effectively engage volunteers to build organizational capacity. From creating meaningful roles to fostering long-term relationships, proven strategies are shared that will empower your volunteers and strengthen your nonprofit’s foundation. 👇🏾
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The Here's The Tea Nonprofit Report is a free newsletter that helps nonprofits navigate fundraising, marketing, and board of directors. Every Friday you will get actionable strategies to help you raise money for your mission.
