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Investing In Black Communities

Investing in Black Communities

ABFE's $25 Million Fundraising Campaign.

Ida B. Returns to Memphis, Tn

Ida B. Wells returns to Memphis

Volunteers exceed $250,000 goal.

Mel & Pearl Interviewed by Kevin Dean

Saad&Shaw podcast interview

Mel Shaw

Mel Shaw

Founder, Saad&Shaw. Nationally recognized fundraising innovator. Development and marketing expert with 40+ years of experience working with nonprofits and higher education.

Pearl Shaw, C.F.R.E.

Pearl Shaw, C.F.R.E.

President, Saad&Shaw. Game changing fund development strategist, writer, and analyst with deep experience supporting diverse teams and demanding high standards.

Bob Poole

Bob Poole

Higher education fund development, with expertise in corporate and foundation relations, planned giving, major gifts, and alumni giving.

Lewis Rambo

Lewis Rambo, Ph.D.

Specializing in strategic planning and organizational change.

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Strong Leaders, Better Results

Strong Leaders, Better Results: Learn to Optimize Your Nonprofit Board

Strong Leaders, Better Results: Learn to Optimize Your Nonprofit Board gives you advice from FUNdraising Good Times Columns.

Prerequisites for Fundraising Success

Prerequisites for Fundraising Success

Prerequisites for Fundraising Success walks you through the steps for planning, launching, and maintaining successful fundraising programs.

FUNdraising Good Times Classics

FUNdraising Good Times Classics

We’ve compiled a collection of our best strategies for fundraising professionals, volunteers, and nonprofit leaders. Whether you’re just starting out, or want to take your fundraising to the next level, FUNdraising Good Times Classics, Volume 1 provides concise, powerful advice and inspiration.

The Fundraiser's Guide to Soliciting Gifts

The Fundraiser’s Guide for Soliciting Gifts

The Fundraiser’s Guide for Soliciting Gifts is written for those asked to raise money for a non-profit, college, hospital or church. Showing you how to proceed and help you prepare volunteers and staff to solicit gifts?