The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide
30 Practical Ways to Boost Philanthropy Through Servant-Leadership
- Work, Money & Leadership
- Publisher: Resource Publications (Wipf and Stock)
- Published: 2023
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Publisher's Description
Nonᐧprofᐧiᐧteer (noun): A person who loves being a champion for social impact organizations and their people. Nonprofits are amazing. They deliver life-changing programs, research, and more to impact communities. Philanthropy supercharges nonprofits to go forward--but it's about more than money. It's about trust. It's about storytelling. It's about big relationships. It's about doing the right thing. It's about meaningful conversations. Servant-leadership inspires all this and more. So why hasn't anyone written about it to boost fundraising? Now they have. The Nonprofiteer's Fundraising Field Guide rewrites a century of practice and research for modern nonprofits. It inspires readers to take fast action by exploring the ten core behaviors of servant-leaders--behaviors like listening, empathy, healing, building community, and many more. Heartfelt stories from social impact leaders fill the pages of the field guide, demonstrating exactly what is possible for everyday nonprofiteers. For those interested in a realistic, inspiring roadmap, this is your fundraising field guide. It's for anyone who wants to engage with donors, grow revenue, and improve philanthropy.
Endorsements (4)
“The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide is a groundbreaking book. While many books have been written about servant-leadership in recent years, this is the first one written specifically for nonprofit professionals, and it is outstanding in all respects. Through his analysis of servant-leadership characteristics including listening, empathy, building a sense of community, and others, Evan Wildstein offers many compelling and practical tips for fundraisers, executives, board members, and others associated with non-profit organizations. This will be a must-have book for years to come.”
“The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide is a modern manifesto for the fundraiser ready to step into more alignment in their values, leadership, and impactful work. With his signature smart and witty guidance, Evan Wildstein unpacks ten principles of servant-leadership that leads to more connection, more community, and (of course!) more fundraising success too. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just getting started, keep this guide within an arm’s reach to grab a boost of confidence and the encouragement to keep going.”
“Evan Wildstein succinctly distills what it means to be an authentic servant leader in philanthropy in this refreshing new resource for the social sector. If you are feeling stuck and seeking direction in your nonprofit career, let this be the map that guides you out of the woods and towards fundraising success.”
“Evan Wildstein has written an inspiring and tactical book on how to become the sensitive, connected, and enlightened fundraisers we all strive to be. With actionable advice and real-life examples, this book should be on every leader’s desk. If we know better, we do better, and Evan has provided a roadmap.”
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