Sarah Breece

Sarah Breece

Sarah Breece
Sarah Breece, M.Ed and Senior Consultant with DBD Group consults on nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, board development, strategic planning, and community engagement. Sarah is passionate about helping nonprofits build capacity and increase philanthropic support. She has a proven ability to cultivate donor relationships, build and lead impactful governing boards, and exceed financial targets.

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SIX DOWN SIX TO GO

Posted by Sarah Breece

Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? If you’re like most nonprofit leaders, you kicked off the year with ambitious fundraising goals, detailed plans, and a whole lot of motivation to have “the best year yet!”

Now, with six months behind us, it's time to step back and ask: How are we really doing?

Remember, fundraising isn't just about year-end campaigns, online appeals, or event seasons; it’s a year-round effort that begins on day one of your new fiscal year. Taking time now to evaluate your progress can be the difference between scrambling in Q4 or finishing strong.

A mid-year review gives you a chance to:

  • Assess the first six months of the year
  • Identify gaps
  • Re-engage and realign
  • Plan ahead with purpose
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Topics: Communications, Stewardship, Fundraising, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Annual, Strategy, Fundraising Management, Inspiration, Handwritten Notes, Fund Development, Fundraising Campaign, Communication, Gift Of Giving, Attitude, Ideas

THE GIFT OF PRESENCE

Posted by Sarah Breece

Two summers ago, when I was an Executive Director at a nonprofit in Portland, OR, I agreed to participate in a weeklong cycling event where we would ride over 350 miles, climb nearly 20,000 feet and camp out in various small towns over the course of the week.

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Topics: Donor Stewardship, Stewardship, Fundraising, Nonprofit Leadership, friendraising

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