Working together to reimagine a better sector, tackle systemic issues, and yes—raise some serious cash.
The best sales book you will ever read: Never Split the Difference
Looking to boost your fundraising negotiation skills? Learn how to apply insights from Chris Voss’s book "Never Split the Difference" to your nonprofit work. Discover practical techniques like active listening, calibrated questions, and the power of saying “no” to secure better outcomes in donor conversations. Perfect for fundraisers aiming to build stronger donor relationships and increase support.
Just because you hire a CCF fundraiser does not mean you are committed to the CCF principles
Thinking that hiring a Community-Centric Fundraiser automatically aligns your nonprofit with equity principles? Think again. Discover why simply bringing on a CCF fundraiser isn’t enough and how to truly embed justice and community-centric values into your organization. This is for nonprofit leaders committed to authentic, systemic change.
How I met Maria or “A Tale of Simba and Grants”
Get to know Esther Saehyun Lee, the newest addition to the Further Together team! Discover how a chance meeting during a grant selection committee, and a cameo from a Maria's cat, sparked a friendship and a shared commitment to Community-Centric Fundraising. Learn more about Esther’s passion for equity and how she and Maria are working together to support nonprofits.
Unlocking the Power of Persuasion: Lessons from Five Years of Street Fundraising
Discover how understanding human impulses can transform your nonprofit's fundraising strategy. Learn from five years of street fundraising experience, using the JFISTS acronym to tap into powerful cognitive biases like social proof, urgency, and self-interest. If you are a fundraiser looking to build stronger connections and increase donations through psychology-driven techniques, you will love this.
How to talk to donors about white supremacy, capitalism, systemic racism, and wealth hoarding
Struggling to address systemic issues like white supremacy and wealth hoarding with donors? Learn four practical tips to navigate these challenging conversations with empathy and clarity. Discover how to prepare yourself, share personal stories, and leverage privilege to build stronger, more equitable donor relationships. Perfect for organizations committed to honest, impactful dialogue with donors.
Charities need support, not misrepresented scrutiny.
Tired of hearing that nonprofits spend too much on overhead? Discover why the “overhead myth” is harmful and how misleading reports can damage trust in the sector. Learn why calculating expenses without context undermines the crucial work of charities, and how to advocate for a more nuanced understanding of nonprofit financials. This is for nonprofit leaders and fundraisers looking to educate donors and the public.