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Rebecca J Diamond
Oct 21, 20243 min read
Understanding the Role of the Board of Directors in Nonprofit Success- 5 Key Roles of Non Profit Board Members
By Rebecca Diamond, CEO, Rebecca Diamond Fundraising Nonprofit boards of directors are essential to the success of an organization....
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Rebecca J Diamond
Oct 10, 20242 min read
Part 1: Why Nonprofit Boards Need a Give-Get Policy From the Get Go! #fundraising #funddevelopment #nonprofitmanagement #giveget #centerfornonprofitadvancement #nonprofitleadershipalliance
Part 1: Why Nonprofit Boards Need a Give-Get Policy From Day One As a nonprofit consultant, I’ve often seen organizations struggle with...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Sep 24, 20243 min read
The Calm Before the Storm: How Nonprofits Can Thrive in a Politically Charged Fundraising Climate
The Calm Before the Storm: How Nonprofits Can Thrive in a Politically Charged Fundraising Climate By Rebecca DiamondRebecca Diamond...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Sep 9, 20243 min read
No Fear Nonprofit Fundraisers: If You Build It, They Will Come
It’s no secret—fundraising during an election year can feel like you’re caught in a desert of dry donor pipelines. Every conversation...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Apr 4, 20242 min read
Ditch the Jargon:
Simplifying Nonprofit and Philanthropy Talk for Better Engagement Have you ever found yourself nodding along to a conversation,...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Mar 6, 20242 min read
Take your passion and make it happen! (Sound familiar ?)
In the world of fundraising, passion is the secret sauce that can turn a hesitant donor into a committed supporter. As the CEO of the...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Feb 29, 20240 min read
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Rebecca J Diamond
May 20, 20222 min read
Volunteer, volunteer, volunteer
As a fundraiser it is your job to connect, have you considered volunteering? Personally, I am not always looking to raise money for an...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Apr 6, 20221 min read
Let's have a bake sale!
Fundraising has always been about connecting donors with the cause. Fifty years ago, volunteers created activities to help them do that:...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Jan 25, 20221 min read
Love what you do, and you will never work a day in your life.
I have always taken that saying to heart. When I am on my game, making calls, sending emails, receiving responses, it is like a high I...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Jan 19, 20221 min read
Hybrid or bust
https://www.philanthropy.com/article/tips-for-planning-a-hybrid-fundraising-event
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Rebecca J Diamond
Oct 22, 20213 min read
The Best Donor Thank You Letters Have These Details in Common
Every thank you letter you send to a donor is a chance to make a great impression. By making a great impression in your thank you letter,...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Aug 17, 20213 min read
Don't Worry You Don't Have to Fundraise—The #1 Lie Told When Joining a Nonprofit Board
Each and every member of your nonprofit board should be making an annual, financial contribution to the nonprofit.
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Rebecca J Diamond
Aug 9, 20212 min read
Thanking Your Donors Should Be a Celebration
Actually, there is one super simple and effective way to thank your donors, say “thank you.” I recently had a conversation with an...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Jul 26, 20213 min read
7 Fundraising Responsibilities of Nonprofit Board Members
Nonprofit boards are responsible for overseeing the organization’s activities, which includes being responsible for the financial health...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Jul 16, 20213 min read
11 Nonprofit Terms You Should Know
As in most industries, the world of nonprofits has its own jargon.
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Rebecca J Diamond
May 18, 20212 min read
Tips to make your mark!
Did you just start a new development position and want to make sure the boss knows you were the best hire? Here are a few ideas, tried...
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Rebecca J Diamond
May 11, 20211 min read
More than a thank you note.
Recently a fundraising friend shared an article about a major university donor that was breaking up with educational institution. The...
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Rebecca J Diamond
May 4, 20211 min read
The thank you note….again.
I received a thank you note for a donation this week, oh no, not again I thought. First off, no signature, not even an signature,...
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Rebecca J Diamond
Sep 15, 20201 min read
Research. Outreach. Engage. Repeat
As I am sitting at my desk on this beautiful Sunday in Virginia, I am busy researching a new list of potential contacts that two of my...
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