Tools, tips and information for nonprofits
The great wealth transfer and generational shifts are transforming philanthropy, and nonprofits are asking how to connect with the donors of tomorrow. This blog explores four actionable ways your organization can engage Gen Z and Millennial supporters—through digital giving, storytelling, social media presence, and thoughtful donor evaluation. Start building the relationships that will sustain your mission for decades to come.
The Connecticut Humane Society (CHS), the state’s oldest and most comprehensive animal welfare organization, set out to build a new Pet Resource and Adoption Center that would meet the growing needs of pets and their families. Partnering with Alford Group, CHS strengthened donor relationships, empowered volunteer leaders, and built internal fundraising capacity. The result: more than $15.3 million raised—surpassing their goal—and a state-of-the-art facility now serving communities across Connecticut.
Alford Group’s Moves Management Program Quiz Guide provides best practice informed actionable steps your team can take to strengthen your moves management program. This guide is based on your responses per core functional area: Strategy, Structure, Systems, Story, Style, Staff and Skills.
A strong moves management approach streamlines and aligns development efforts, increasing work efficiencies, maximizing staff time and centralizing relationship building activity to elevate transformational impact over transactional giving. Take our free quiz today to find out the strength of your development team’s moves management program.
This webinar and panel discussion will demystify the latest trends in philanthropy and provide insights on how to boldly engage donors in increasingly uncertain times. Alford Group will present the numbers, and an expert panel of sector leaders will share their experiences in growing donor support.
Explore how The Chicago Community Trust partnered with Alford Group to launch a record-breaking $1.6B campaign—redefining its leadership role and impact across the Chicago region for the next 100 years.
To deepen this transparency into trust, organizations must show their ability to adapt with accountability, meet the community’s changing needs and include their voices in the process.
Discover practical strategies for nonprofit leaders to craft effective donor messaging during uncertain times. Learn how transparent, inspiring communications can sustain donor trust and strengthen fundraising outcomes.
