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 Doesn’t Need to Fundraise—They Need to Know How to Help Fundraise
"Unlock Your Board's Hidden Fundraising Superpowers!"
Surprise finding: 42.9% of you shared that your board members are wondering, "What's my role in fundraising?" Let's clear this up once and for all!
Here's the game-changer: Fundraising isn't just asking for money—it's a team sport where everyone plays a different position!
Think of fundraising as a menu of possibilities, not a one-size-fits-all obligation. Your analytical thinker might shine with donor research. Your connector might open doors to new relationships. Your storyteller might dazzle at events.
Your board members have fundraising superpowers they don't even know about:
Making meaningful introductions
Hosting intimate gatherings
Sharing your mission with passion
Writing heartfelt thank-you notes
Leading by example with their own gifts
The problem isn't reluctance—it's that no one showed them the options that match their natural strengths!
When board members discover fundraising roles that feel authentic to who they are, something magical happens. Confidence grows. Engagement skyrockets. And your mission's impact expands!
Pro tip: Start by asking each board member: "What part of our mission lights you up the most?" Their answer reveals exactly how they can authentically engage in fundraising!
Throughout my work with nonprofit boards, I've seen incredible transformations when fundraising becomes about participation, not pressure. I specialize in helping boards discover their unique fundraising paths. Let me know if I can help yours find theirs!
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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.
