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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Your board is ready to help—they just need to know exactly HOW! Last week's poll confirmed what I see all the time: boards want clear goals and simple steps to feel confident about fundraising.
Think about it—when someone says "help with fundraising," that could mean anything! But when you say "please thank two donors this month" or "invite one friend to our next event," suddenly it feels totally doable.
Your board members aren't looking for complicated strategies—they want a clear path forward:
Specific, bite-sized actions they can take
Step-by-step guidance so they don't feel lost
Real examples of what success looks like
Stories that help them picture their own role
Pro tip: Create a simple "Board Fundraising Menu" with 8-10 specific actions board members can choose from—like writing thank-you notes, making introductions, or sharing social media posts. Let each member pick 2-3 that feel authentic to them. When people choose their own adventure, engagement skyrockets!
Here's what I've discovered working with hundreds of boards: they're not resistant to fundraising—they're resistant to confusion! Give them clarity and watch their confidence soar.
When boards have a clear roadmap and feel supported every step of the way, they transform from hesitant helpers into passionate advocates. If your board is ready for this kind of structured approach to fundraising engagement, I'd love to help you create a plan that works for your unique team!
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6/4 How to Improve Your Special Event Engagement
6/11 Nonprofit Financial Health Check: Is Your Organization Built for Long-Term Impact
6/18 Breaking Misconceptions: Generosity Beyond Seasons and Giving Requests
6/25 How to Create a High Performing Culture
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🎙️This Month's Podcast Roundup
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Creating Synergy in the Boardroom (Part 1): A dive into the critical topic of creating synergy among board members, exploring the strategies, challenges, and best practices that can elevate your organization's impact.
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Join the Nonprofit Professionals Exchange Facebook Group. With over 16.1K fellow leaders, it's a supportive community for fundraising ideas, questions, and feedback.
I've developed a structured Board Exit Interview that has helped dozens of organizations gather valuable feedback and improve their board experience for future members. Download it here. 👇🏾
🎥Mindfulness: Being Present & Planted Where Your Feet Are
Your presence is your power. In a world full of noise and nonstop demands, how do leaders stay centered? Listen in to explore how to cultivate presence, peace, and clarity—right in the middle of the chaos. Learn accessible mindfulness practices that help you stay grounded, focused, and resilient in any leadership setting. If you’re feeling burnt out, this episode is your reset button. Listen in now. 👇🏾
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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.
