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Contributions Magazine Online
January 2010
Vol 24 • No. 1

Stories or Data: Which Makes the Stronger Case?
In your next appeal, which should you emphasize? Andy Goodman shares some surprising findings.

Trends to Watch in 2010
James Gelatt outlines seven trends that are likely to affect your organization this year.

Asking Your Insiders to Give
Andrea Kihlstedt’s counsel on securing gifts from your board, staff and volunteers.

Which is Worse: A Financial Deficit or a Mission Deficit?
Jerold Panas shares a story that reveals the answer.

An Insider’s Take: Are Today’s Charitable Foundations Fulfilling Their Obligation?
An interview with Martin Teitel, head of the Cedar Tree Foundation in Boston and a 32-year veteran of the grantmaking world.

How Many Stars Does Your Organization Rate?
Gayle Gifford explains how donors are turning to outside groups to learn if various organizations deserve their support.

Should Your Mailings Always Ask for a Specific Gift?
Stephen Hitchcock, with three decades of experience supporting him, contends that most of your letters should NOT ask for a particular amount.

None of Our Business
Marilyn Robinson on how your board can avoid the trap of micro-management

Recruiting’s Red Flags
Beware of these signs when recruiting new board members, says John Carver

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