Learn What Works In Fundraising

On the first Tuesday of every month, our industry-leading experts will share the time-tested practices we’ve perfected over a combined 150 years in fundraising.

Lasting only 20-30 minutes, each webinar is designed to provide concise, targeted content for the seasoned professional.  Winkler Webinars are relatable to universities, churches and faith-based ministries, independent schools, arts organizations, and community-based nonprofits. 

 

Upcoming Winkler Webinars

 

Tuesday, March 7, 11:00 a.m. EST: Making the Ask

·         Set a solicitation amount that is ambitious yet realistic.

·         Engage and train board members to actively participate in the solicitation process.

·         Cultivate the donor and set a solicitation timeline.

·         Assemble the perfect mix of people who will convince a donor to make an aspirational gift. 

To register, please email Ltaylor@winklergroup.com.

 

Tuesday, April 4, 11:00 a.m. EST: Securing Major Gifts

·         Strengthen the process of identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to find—and keep—leadership donors.

·         Steward your constituents to higher levels of giving through innovative moves management strategies.

·         Learn new electronic wealth screening resources to identify new donors and untapped opportunities.

To register, please email Ltaylor@winklergroup.com.

 

Tuesday, May 2, 11:00 a.m. EST: How to Find Hidden Gems in your Database

To register, please email Ltaylor@winklergroup.com.

 

Tuesday, June 6, 11:00 a.m. EST: Fundraising Report Card: Giving U.S.A.

·         Be the first to learn the results of Giving USA, the most anticipated report on the state of American philanthropy.

·         Sector-specific insights will highlight trends across education, religion, health, and community-based nonprofits.

·         The Winkler Group is a member of Giving Institute, the publisher of Giving USA; members of our team sit onGiving USA’s National Editorial Review Board.

 

Tuesday, July 11, 11:00 a.m. EST:  New Trends in Database Technology

·         Harness the power of technology to revolutionize giving.

·         Ensure that the right data is being collected—and entered correctly.

·         Explore the newest software releases and their potential to transform your database and prospective donor information.

To register, please email Ltaylor@winklergroup.com.

Latest Resources & Events

National Fundraising Firm Initiates Leadership Shift: CEO Appointed as Founder Assumes Role of Board Chair in Strategic Move

March 05, 2024

In conjunction with its 20th anniversary, the Winkler Group—one of the nation’s most respected fundraising consulting firms—announced that as part of the company’s long-term growth plan, founding partner and principal Tim Winkler is assuming the position of Chairman of the Board and appointing Jim Bush to President and CEO effective June 1, 2024.

A Smarter and Easier Way to Raise Money: Donor Retention

February 22, 2024

One of the easiest ways to raise more money this year is to increase your donor retention rate—even a one percent increase can significantly boost your philanthropic revenue. This resource outlines some intentional and easy-to-implement strategies that will boost retention rates.

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