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Fundraising Appeals

Fundraising Appeals

There's an art (and a science) to writing letters that raise money.

Fundraising appeals aren't like other types of nonprofit communications.

Laura knows what works and why, so she can help you write a better fundraising letter for your nonprofit organization.


Want to raise more money from your next fundraising campaign?

Your fundraising appeal is the cornerstone of any fundraising campaign.

Regardless of the size of your organization or the nature of your program, all fundraising appeals share the same goal – to raise money for your nonprofit.

All fundraising appeal letters aren't the same.

  • Direct mail letters are different from e-appeals.
  • Emergency appeals are different from annual campaign appeals.
  • Messages differ, depending on your audience – even in the same campaign.

And the "letter" is just one part of your package.

Your reply device. Your outer envelope. The letter itself – what it says and how it's written.

All of this contributes to your campaign's success.

Laura can help you. She'll write your fundraising letter and tell you what else you need to consider before you send it.

Yes, I want Laura to help me write better fundraising appeals!


What nonprofits say...

Without exception, Laura consistently delivers results that never fail to impress…and raise money! 

Laura quickly became an extension of our very small development team. We used her expertise to write not only grants, but also eventually direct mail appeals, newsletters and stewardship communications.

Laura's knowledge of the science of philanthropy has elevated the way we approach direct mail and general development. 

Our first ever year-end appeal had great results, so I was very pleased with that!

Featured Blog Post

"Let's Talk Nonprofit" is a blog by Third Sector Consulting that addresses common questions that nonprofits have. Ready? Great! Let's Talk Nonprofit.

Fundraising vs Grant Writing Whats Right For My Nonprofit
The start of the new year is the perfect time for you to think about your nonprofit's fundraising objectives and strategies. Do you need to raise money? Of course! Should you be writing grants? Maybe. Grants are just one piece of the funding puzzle, and they aren't the only way for your nonprofit to bring in money. Learn how grant writing can fit in your broader development plan. (read more)