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Too Busy To Fundraise
Too Busy To Fundraise, a blog from Janet Levine Consulting, offers insights and information on fundraising, marketing and communications for every one who needs to raise funds for a nonprofit organization.
For over thirty years, Janet Levine has served the nonprofit sector, helping organizations to increase their fundraising capacity and create stronger boards. Starting in 1988 as Director of Corporate Relations for USC’s Engineering School, Janet worked as a front line fundraiser, ultimately becoming VP of Advancement at a public university. In 2007, Janet opened her consulting business. Her many clients have ranged from large to small, representing all areas of the sector. Janet Levine Consulting prides itself on taking nonprofits “from mired to inspired,” better able to fulfill their missions.
In addition to her consulting and coaching practice, Janet is a much sought after presenter at conferences, a regular trainer for such organizations as the Center for Nonprofit Management, Academy Go, and the The Nonprofit Partnership. She teaches three online classes for Ed2Go and has been on the faculty at UCLA’s fundraising certificate program.
Category Archives: planning
Getting Ready to Plan–Planning to Fundraise
I’m getting ready to leave for 2 weeks in Rome. I know, it really is a tough life. But I hate to travel. Not going to new places. That I rather enjoy. Not seeing new things. That is exhilarating and … Continue reading
Meaningful Planning
A lot of my work is helping organizations develop plans. Plans for fundraising, board development, strategic plans. Often, I am brought in to help them figure out how to implement existing plans. What amazes me too often is what passes … Continue reading
The Real “F” Word
Fundraising. Often referred to as the REAL “F” word. Something probably most of you do not want to do but since you do have to do it, are hoping that someone—anyone—will provide you with a magic bullet. A sure-fire way … Continue reading
Own Reality
Reality. It is a hard row for many to hoe. So often clients tell me that they do things (or don’t) that they clearly do not (or do). For completely understandable reasons, they don’t want to admit frailty or fault. … Continue reading
Understanding Roles and Responsibilities
Well, no. This isn’t really about boards. It’s about staff. Particularly development staff. What is the role and what are the responsibilities of the development director? I sit through a lot of meetings where it is clear that no-one, including … Continue reading
