Results are in from 2022 year-end fundraising. While many clients ended December down from 2021, most clients raised more in December 2022 than in December 2019. We call this a … Read More
Being thoughtful and being thankful
Every morning, near the start of my prayer time, I do this methodically: I think of three things that I’m thankful for and for each I give thanks to God. … Read More
One year in — fundraising in the time of COVID
As you know, March marked one year since much of our nation shut down in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the pandemic, we had the worst recession … Read More
How are we supposed to be thankful?
As we come up to the first Thanksgiving during the worst health crisis and the worst economy in a century, how are we supposed to be thankful? Personally, I preach … Read More
COVID and fundraising, six months on
This week marks six months since much of our nation shut down in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In March, we immediately pivoted to respond to the situation. Since then, … Read More
Not even COVID-19 can change the message of Easter
With COVID-19 on our minds constantly these days — a clear reminder that our world is volatile, constantly changing, even dangerous — it’s reassuring to know that the Lord of … Read More
Responding to COVID-19
Earlier this week, we provided the first of what will be ongoing guidance to the clients we serve. We feel that portions of that would be a blessing to other … Read More
Masterworks Brand in 2019 and Beyond
I don’t normally like to call attention to Masterworks. That’s because we exist to partner with ministries to help move hearts and minds to action. To serve others. So why … Read More
Why your workplace must be a ministry
In June, The Lausanne Movement held its Global Workplace Forum in Manila, Philippines. Of all the things I’ve been involved in during my career with missional organizations, I think this … Read More
Want to inspire your donors to generosity? Part 3 of 3
Part 3: Top secrets of $100 million organizations In my last 2 blog posts, I’ve covered 2 of the top 3 generosity-inspiring secrets I’ve learned from organizations that have broken … Read More