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Does your organization’s fundraising plan take into account politics and major events like the 2020 United States presidential election? If not, you may wan...

Hey friends, Think about the last time you made a direct fundraising ask. How did it feel? Perhaps a little like this guy... If so, you are in good company. ...

At Flagship Equip we are passionate about ensuring you have the financial resources needed to fully fund your God given vision. Today, in observation of Mart...

As a fundraiser, this time of year always brings a feeling of great relief. It’s like taking one big exhale. I know that I have done my best to reach my goal...

Hi friends, Zach Leighton here with Reliant Creative. We recently had Emily Fitchpatrick, Founder of Flagship Equip on The Ministry Growth Show and the insig...

After every heartbeat comes a moment of rest. In that split second, the heart is silent. In our heart's rhythm of beating and rest is a lesson; there is a ti...

Have you heard it said that “money follows vision”? Nonprofit leaders are usually very good at casting vision. Why? Because they are some of the most exci...

"Corrie ten Boom once said if the devil can’t make you sin, he’ll make you busy. Her logic is sound: both sin and busyness have the same effect - they cut of...

It’s a busy time of year for us who fundraise as we approach year-end. I hope by now you have a plan in place and feel good about your goals. At Flagship, we...

Did you know that 30% of all charitable giving takes place in December and 10% the last 3 days of the year? As we approach another busy fundraising season, I...

I have been fortunate in my career to work with so many faith based grassroots and small nonprofit organizations (typically with a budget under $1 million) w...

I was speaking with a ministry leader last week in Kenya via skype. I’ll be honest with you, I was having an extremely busy week. I was up against a few dead...

Are you considering grants as a way to fund your program or new initiative at your nonprofit? Before you start grant writing, ask yourself these two question...

Written by Chad Bruneski, President/CEO, The Great Commission Foundation I’m facing this question right now in my organization. I have an area of need. It’s ...

For any nonprofit, fundraising is a never-ending process and with the large amount of advice, sources, strategies and tools – it can feel a bit overwhelming....

Strategic partnerships can greatly enhance a nonprofit in many ways. Let’s face it. “We” is better than “Me”! Partnerships can improve your ability to change...

"If I had more time, I would have written a shorter letter." - French Mathematician and Philosopher Blaise As a coach to nonprofit leaders, I have written an...

I have heard this more times than I can count. When board members don’t engage in fundraising it can be super frustrating.

While you are dipping in the pool this Summer, your ministry budget may also be taking a dip. I call it the “Summer Slump”. It’s common in nonprofit fundrais...

Have you heard of the DISC Personality Test? The DISC has become one of the most popular assessments to help people understand how they relate to others in t...