TWB Fundraising Blog
The latest news, announcements, and thought leadership from the TWB team.
March 29, 2012
The Art of Asking
Written by
Gene Brandt
As an old fashioned fundraiser who grew up before the advent of Facebook, YouTube and Twitter I...
March 15, 2012
"Age is a question of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." - Leroy "Satchel" Paige
Written by
Gene Brandt
I have been struck lately by a fact so distressing that I am reluctant to share it here. I guess I...
March 8, 2012
Is this a Blog or a Rant?
Written by
Gene Brandt
I’ll admit it. I tend to be a difficult donor. It’s not that I am an unusually bad person. I don’t...
March 2, 2012
Using Volunteers Effectively
Written by
Gene Brandt
It seems that I am continually reminded of the vital importance of volunteers in fundraising....
February 21, 2012
Big Gifts Take Time
Written by
Gene Brandt
I was interested to read the story in Crain’s Chicago Business this week about the $30 million...
February 16, 2012
Relationships Relationships Relationships!
Written by
Gene Brandt
If you have ever had a conversation with a real estate agent, you are undoubtedly aware of the...