DRIVEN BY

DONOR

INSIGHTS

At Fundraising Communications,

we drive revenue for nonprofit organizations.

We do this by finding (and crafting)

the stories

that prompt conversations and

advance organizational goals.

There’s nothing better than

branding

that engages new audiences 

executive speeches

that capture a voice and inspire action,

and winning-proposals

that bring real change.

So, what’s our secret sauce?

People give to satisfy a need.

We research why your donors give to your cause.

When you understand why they give, you are better able to deeply connect with them.

We go beyond your case statement.

We speak to your donors’ needs and place them at the center of your story.

A UNIQUE

APPROACH

With 25 years of experience in fundraising, we’ve developed a unique approach to UNCOVER WHY YOUR DONORS GIVE and TELL THE STORIES THAT INSPIRE YOUR MOST IMPORTANT AUDIENCES.

DRIVEN BY DONOR INSIGHTS

  • Attracting new constituents relies on understanding existing ones and finding and marketing to similar prospects.

    Interviews with select constituents provide the foundation for building stories the drive giving to your cause.

  • What motivates your constituents to give and volunteer for your cause?

    Every hero of every story faces obstacles. Understanding your constituents’ problems reveals opportunities to build relationships.

    This becomes the basis for your communications to each group.

  • Traditional research presents a barrage of questions. We seek the stories that reveal your constituents’ struggles, their motivations, and how they see their role in your mission and impact.

  • When you understand how your cause solves your constituents’ problems, you see how to place them as the heroes in your story.

    This makes your appeal personal, emotional, and inspirational.

WHY

does it

matter?

BECAUSE DONOR INSIGHTS 

  • PROMPT CONVERSATIONS

  • ENGAGE DONORS

  • BUILD YOUR BRAND

  • & INCREASE GIVING

Let’s Work Together

Lazy Days Under Trees and Clouds

New programming for new audiences at Riveredge Nature Center

Securing revenue is harder than ever.

Here’s how Fundraising Communications can help.

  • People give because it satisfies a need. Understanding the reasons your top donors give is essential for deeply connecting with them. The DONOR INSIGHT process explores the reasons your constituents give, develops specific messaging to engage these audiences, and places your constituents at the center of your story.

    Messaging can be tailored across multiple vehicles: annual appeals and campaign materials,

  • Communicating your value means understanding your impact. We can help you analyze your operations and identify the programs and audiences to sustain your organization.

  • Grants are more competitive and AI-generated proposals are inundating donors. They can tell the difference. Tailored proposals supported by a deep dive into your data will differentiate your operation and diversify your revenue streams. We can tailor your grants with a human touch.

  • We can provide regular content for your unique audiences. Examples include executive letters, newsletters, and blog posts.

Tree Climbing at Riveredge - new programming to develop new audiences.

Hi, I’m Julia.

I bring 25 years of experience as a front-line fundraiser to my work with Fundraising Communications. My teams have asked individuals, companies, and foundations to make philanthropic gifts for higher education, social services, cultural organizations, and environmental causes. I have experience in institutional giving, capital campaigns, annual fund and membership campaigns, and donor stewardship.

Now, I specialize in donor communications from proposals to branding to fundraising appeals that place your donors at the center of your story and drive giving to your cause.

Consumer psychology and behavioral economics are two fields that have enhanced the understanding of donor decision-making and now guide my hands-on research with clients.

I’d love to work with you. Call me for a conversation about finding the stories that inspire your donors and volunteers.

Julia (414) 429-5091

Julia@Fundraising-Communications.com

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RIVEREDGE NATURE CENTER 2013 - 2016

New messaging, new branding, and new programming. Within one year, we increased program revenue by 25% and within four years, we doubled membership.