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Neuro-Philanthropy: From Dopamine to Oxytocin

Sanjay Bindra November 23, 2025

Google-style search bars with the phrases “It’s All Here…” and “At Your Fingertips,” highlighting that information is easily accessible. Donor cultivation is critical. Fundraisers must understand money and how their donors think.

Ignorance Is Not a Fundraising Strategy

Viken Mikaelian November 20, 2025

A smiling child writes a thank-you letter. Thanking donors is important; adding an impact statement makes them feel like partners in your mission.

Mom Was Right!

Cherie Carlson Duggan November 12, 2025

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Doable, Durable, Desirable: Redesigning Nonprofit Leadership

Rebecca White October 8, 2025

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Neuro-Philanthropy: From Dopamine to Oxytocin

Sanjay Bindra 40 Comments

Google-style search bars with the phrases “It’s All Here…” and “At Your Fingertips,” highlighting that information is easily accessible. Donor cultivation is critical. Fundraisers must understand money and how their donors think.

Ignorance Is Not a Fundraising Strategy

Viken Mikaelian No Comments

A smiling child writes a thank-you letter. Thanking donors is important; adding an impact statement makes them feel like partners in your mission.

Mom Was Right!

Cherie Carlson Duggan No Comments

An image of sculptor of clay which is Doable, Durable, Desirable: Redesigning Nonprofit Leadership.

Doable, Durable, Desirable: Redesigning Nonprofit Leadership

Rebecca White No Comments

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Campaigns are Like Marathons

Laura MacDonald, CFRE No Comments

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What Inspires Big Gifts? Big Ideas

Megan Simmons No Comments

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