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There’s a Crisis in Nonprofit Fundraising — And It’s Time We Faced It Head-On

Pamela Grow

Talented fundraisers are leaving the sector in droves, often for consulting, or simply for industries that better support their well-being and respect their expertise. The Real Cost of Burnout This isn’t just about poor retention. Gayle Roberts shared: Burnout landed me in the hospital last spring. Shes not alone.

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Thriving Together: How Funders Can Drive Sustainable Impact Through Grantee Well-Being

Blackbaud

I had many moments when I was on the edge of burnout doing my part to move the mission forward. Across the sector, burnout and its consequences are widespread. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

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What’s Really Holding Your Major Gift Officers Back?

Gail Perry Group

We see the same patterns over and over: overloaded portfolios, stalled donor conversations, missed opportunities, and burnout. Our consulting team works hands-on with clients across the country to untangle these challenges and help build practical systems that support strong donor relationships.

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Nonprofit survival strategies: Strengthening mutual support, ruthless prioritization

Candid

Based on my 25+ years working in nonprofit technology and consulting, here are some ideas on nonprofit survival strategies. This is unsustainable; over time, it can only lead to staff burnout and organizational exhaustion. Some organizations may go offline unexpectedlybecause theyve lost staff, data, funding, or other resources.

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6 Things to Consider When Hiring a Grant Writer…Maybe a Grant Consultant is a Better Fit

Millionaire Grant Lady

How could hiring a grant consultant help your organization meet its funding goals? If the cost of hiring a full-time grant writer is a prohibiting factor, you could consider hiring a grant consultant. Grant consultants tailor service packages to fit your organization’s needs and budget. What does a full-time grant writer cost?

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“Crystal Ball” Grant Predictions for 2024: Grant Writers Impact

Millionaire Grant Lady

Unfortunately, the grant writing field seems to be experiencing the same burnout and fatigue that is impacting other job sectors including education and healthcare. Prediction 4: It will continue to be difficult for nonprofits to hire and retain key fundraising positions. This is our fourth grant prediction for 2024.

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You want to hire a grant writer, but is hiring a grant writer full-time the best fit?

Millionaire Grant Lady

Can you hire a grant consultant? Additionally, layering job roles can increase burnout. The National Council of Non-Profits research details the continuing challenges non-profits face in hiring and retaining staff to serve their communities. Can you hire a grant consultant? Can you hire a seasonal grant writer?