All About Capital Campaigns: Nonprofits, Fundraising, Major Gifts, Toolkit

It’s no secret that you’ll raise a ton of money during the quiet phase of your campaign. But in this session, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt demystify the process.

Not sure if you're ready for a campaign? In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt share 3 things that you should assess when testing your campaign readiness.

In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the perils of negative mindset and why they can stop you cold before you get going.

Many large donors make many gifts to your organization. In today’s episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt talk about why you shouldn’t assume donors remember what gifts they’ve made and why you should help them keep it straight.

Join Amy, Andrea and special guest Bob Osborne of The Osborne Group as they explore the need for DEI with regard to campaign  and leadership. How do your early choices affect who participates, who leads, and who benefits?

Are you missing an opportunity to get your largest donors excited? In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the importance and how to get your campaign donors truly excited and engaged in the mission of your organization.

Is your building full of wall plaques with donor’s names?  Are you planning the same approach for your next capital campaign?  In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt take a long look at the practice of naming spaces for donors and discuss other options that might be more in keeping with your mission and values.  If you think donors give in order to get...

Have you ever wondered how to determine the right price for a naming opportunity in your new building? In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt talk about donor stewardship and why it's important during a campaign.

If you've been struggling with the idea of how to communicate with your donors during the Public Phase of your campaign, you don't want to miss this episode. We are joined by James Martin, founder of Rally Corp . He's a 3x tech founder and servant leader with over two decades of experience working in the social sector. He helps charities and causes rally passionate supporters with a human-centered...

Have you ever wondered where organizations get the money to fund their capital campaign? You may be wondering how they find the money to pay for development staff or for new infrastructure technology. In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt talk about how to create a budget that your board will support.

What's the one most important thing you can do at the beginning of your campaign to ensure your success? It's all about having a BIG bold vision.  In this episode, we're going to share exactly how to think about your vision for your upcoming campaign.

Sabrina is a certified consultant, coach, facilitator, & bestselling author that helps nonprofit and small business build relationships that increases revenue. She has over 25 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and leadership. Learn how Sabrina raised $12 M and established a $500K endowment in the 3rd poorest county in the US. Also learn the challenges she faced, ho...

Never gotten a million-dollar gift? If your organization has never received a really big gift, why would you think you can have a successful campaign? Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt tell you why.

No matter when you start a campaign, regardless of the economy, you're going to run into obstacles. There are always unforeseen challenges. Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss how to overcome the most common campaign challenges.

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt will show you why depending on a pre-written script for asking for a gift isn’t the best strategy. And they’ll give you strategy for script-free asking!

If you are worried about a recession, you may be wondering if this is the right time for a capital campaign. Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the pros and cons of waiting for better times.

What should you do when your values and a donor’s values are in conflict? In this episode, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss strategies for handling donors who say things you might find offensive.

Are you worried that a capital campaign might cannibalize your annual fund? If so, you’re not alone! And in this podcast, campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt will tell you what to do to make sure that doesn’t happen.

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt talk about getting your board ready.  They discuss what to do about lousy board members, the number one campaign question in every board member’s mind and the ins and outs of board training. Mentioned in the show: A Board Member’s Guide to Capital Campaign Fundraising -------- This podcast is the seventh of a special Summer Series of conver...

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt help you figure out what you need in order to make enough time for a successful campaign.  They discuss when and how to staff up. -------- This podcast is the sixth of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September 12, 2022; learn more at ToolkitTalks.com .

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt question the traditional practice of naming buildings and room after large-gift donors.  While that approach may be right for some organization, it may be worth reconsidering for others. -------- This podcast is the fifth of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September...

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss how to get ready to solicit a lead gift donor. They share with you three important and often overlooked things to do that will increase your chances of success. -------- This podcast is the fourth of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September 12, 2022; learn more a...

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the importance of developing and maintaining a list of your top 50 prospects and why it’s especially important as you get ready for your capital campaign.  --------     This podcast is the third of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September 5, 2...

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt urge you to get the right mindset about money before asking donors for gifts. Adopt a positive money mindset and you’ll raise more money. --------     This podcast is the second of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September 5, 2022; learn more at ToolkitTalk...

Campaign experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt discuss the important lessons they’ve learned from leading peer support groups of people conducting capital campaigns. --------     This podcast is the first of a special Summer Series of conversations on important fundraising topics. Our live webinars will return on September 5, 2022; learn more at ToolkitTalks.com .