Be a Better Fundraiser

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Develop Strategies to Bring in the Big Gifts!

 

Raise More Money in a Lot Less Time 

As an executive or development director, you want to become a skillful fundraiser, especially with your desire to be more productive and make a bigger impact.

In fact, you have an urgent need to reach your fundraising goals in the fastest way possible.

But obstacles get in your way.

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IMPACT MORE LIVES

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RAISE MORE MONEY

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OPEN CAREER PATHS

How Fundraising Maximized helps you.

Why leave so much to chance? You have a business to run. Your business is your organization’s mission, and you need funds to make things happen. Having a system that works and being equipped with the right tools and strategies will bring you fundraising success. In Fundraising Maximized, you will:

Develop clear and compelling messages
I will guide you in creating clear and compelling language to attract the right people to support your cause. You want donors to understand how they can be a part of the solution . . . and become raving advocates for your organization.
Develop confidence in approaching donors
You will learn fundraising strategies that work. I will show you how to focus on what drives results. You must take charge of your time, eliminate distractions, and accomplish your biggest priorities.
Build a supportive fundraising board
I will help you clarify the board’s role with fundraising. I will show you how to comfortably engage them in fundraising. Board members want to help — they need you to guide them in how to help.
Focus on major gift fundraising to raise more money

You will learn how and who to ask for money. You will establish long-term relationships with donors. I have the roadmap to launch or streamline your major gifts program. Contact me to learnmore!

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I'm sharing some valuable tips and strategies to address your most pressing challenges and needs.

Fundraising Maximixed

by Nancy Rieves, Your Fundraising Coach and Strategist

Stop wondering and missing out on bringing in those Big Gifts . . . and start playing Big ---- no matter the size of your organization!

Do you often struggle in writing a winning solicitation letter? Is it captivating and engaging? Find out how to write your best solicitation letter here!

a donor thank you note is the beginning of future gifts. Here are some lessoned learned from this painful experience of mine!

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Nancy Rieves, Ed.D.

Creative, Inspiring and Resourceful

I am a fundraising coach. I provide overwhelmed leaders of nonprofits with a roadmap to raise more money through large gift fundraising. Having served as a founding executive director of a nonprofit, I started from square one, raised over $16 million, led a team, and wrote my doctorate dissertation on analyzing fundraising activities. I am your fundraising guide!

Testimonials

Candice raised over $100,000 after completing the Fundraising Maximized online course and after just 6 months in a new position. In this short time, she received the largest gift ever in her career!

Candice Lee

Director of Development, Advancing Sight Network

“We are on track to record our highest direct giving levels in the past 5 years and we will set a new high-water mark for the entire 83-year history of our organization.”

Chris Komnick

Executive Director, Madison Scouts

“Discovering your course, philosophy and tools, has been a game-changer for me as a non-profit board chair. 

It helped one of our board members engage with a donor and usher in a gift of $100,000.”

Sabrina Moyle

Board President, The Mosaic Project

Online Courses and Fundraising Resources

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BUY NOW! 10 Most Powerful Phrases to Use When Asking for Money

When it comes to asking for a major gift, knowing what to say makes all the difference.

Inside, I walk you through 10 powerful phrases that help you approach donor conversations with clarity and confidence—along with the context to use them naturally and authentically.

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A Development Directors' 1st 100 Days

HIt the ground running and set yourself up for success! The first 100 days are critical not only to the DOD but to the organization success.

LIMITED TIME! 13 Characteristics for Nonprofit Leaders to Master

These 13 characteristics define what it takes to lead a nonprofit with clarity, confidence, and impact. They are the foundation for advancing your mission and strengthening your organization.

The good news is that none of these are fixed traits—they can all be developed with intention and practice.

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