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Mastering Capital Campaigns: Sidestepping Common Mistakes
What are the most common mistakes around capital campaigns? We have listed them here and ways to avoid them.

Francie Nelson
Apr 143 min read
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Capital Campaigns in a Down Economy: Readiness Matters More Than Ever
A tough economy is not the time to gamble on shaky readiness for a capital campaign. Here's how to invest in your fundraising infrastructure
Frances Roen
Apr 92 min read
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Capital Campaign Costs vs. Project Costs: Budgeting for Success
Embarking on a campaign, the excitement is often centered on the project, but if you don’t budget for the campaign itself, you risk failure.
Frances Roen
Mar 34 min read
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Your Campaign’s GPS: The Role of Strategic Planning in Fundraising Success
Strategic planning is not just helpful—it’s essential groundwork for campaign planning. Here's why.
Frances Roen
Feb 112 min read
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The Three Pillars of a Successful Capital Campaign
We're breaking down the three pillars of a successful capital campaign and why each one is critical to your org's success.
Frances Roen
Jan 244 min read
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Why You Need a Depth Chart for Your Capital Campaign
A depth chart is a critical tool in your campaign planning effort. Here's why.
Frances Roen
Mar 18, 20243 min read
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Charting a Course for Growth in the New Year, Part 2: Prioritizing Your Priorities
How do you figure out what priorities are crucial for fundraising success, especially when everything feels urgent?
Frances Roen
Dec 19, 20233 min read
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The Case for Starting Year-End Donation Planning in September
The advantages of a September start to your year-end donation planning.
Frances Roen
Sep 10, 20233 min read
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Staffing Up for Success: A Guide to Preparing Your Nonprofit for a Capital Campaign
Capital campaigns require staff with specialized skills and intensive commitment. Building the right team is a vital first step.
Frances Roen
Aug 9, 20233 min read
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Maximizing Summer Lulls: Planning for Your Year-End Campaign
Use those slower fundraising months to start planning for your year-end!
Frances Roen
Jun 9, 20234 min read
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Inflation Can Create Opportunities For Nonprofits
It might just be the new four letter word (+ five)…#inflation. And, it looks like it may be here to stay for an unwelcome little while....
Frances Roen
Jun 28, 20222 min read
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