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Schools 3.1 Introduction and Meeting Setup

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Introduction and Meeting Setup

Get ready to master the essential “whiteboard dump” meeting! In this lesson, I walk you through how to set up a powerful brainstorming session to uncover new insights and build real team consensus.

  • How to prepare and schedule your first whiteboard dump meeting
  • Who should be invited for maximum impact—including “the janitor”
  • Encouraging open conversation and the value of diverse opinions
  • Dealing with “sacred cows” and sensitive topics for honest discussion
  • Ensuring everyone is aligned and clear on the plan moving forward

Tune in for practical tips on making your next team strategy meeting both effective and productive!

Approved Vendors

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Trusted Tools. Tailored Referrals.

There are a lot of software platforms, consultants, and creative teams out there claiming to help with fundraising. We’ve tested and worked alongside dozens—and we’re happy to point you toward the right solution for your specific needs.

But instead of listing 50+ vendors and hoping you guess right, we take a better approach:

Tell Us What You Actually Need

Whether you’re looking for:

  • An online giving platform that works with your church software
  • Help with branding, design, or donor messaging
  • CRM or donor database tools that are simple and affordable
  • A capital campaign consultant or video storytelling expert
  • Email marketing platforms that sync with your website
  • Social media schedulers that make sense for a tiny team

We’ll personally recommend vetted, mission-minded vendors—and in many cases, secure a discount for you.

Fill Out the Quick Form Below

Let us know what you’re looking for and what you’re currently using (if anything). We’ll follow up with:

✔ A custom referral (not a giant list)
✔ A contact name when possible
✔ Any current discounts or insider tips
✔ Honest feedback on what to avoid

Download and Bonus Material

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Helpful Downloads

Download these helpful PDFs to help you navigate the various stages of online fundraising. Choose from high level conversations with your board of directors, how to build out important metrics every leader should be watching, to tweaking and enhancing your emails and donation pages.

Board of Directors Fundraising Guide

“Because vision alone doesn’t raise money.”

Equip your board to confidently support your fundraising efforts with clear roles, expectations, and actionable strategies.

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Church Fundraising Tips

“Practical help for pastors who don’t want to beg for money.”

Quick, effective ideas to boost giving without compromising your message or mission—designed just for churches.

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Email Campaign Guide

“Stop guessing. Start sending.”

Learn what to say, when to say it, and how to say it—with sample sequences and subject lines that get opened (and funded).

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Executive-Level Reporting Dashboard

“Finally, reports that make sense and spark action.”

Turn donor data into confident decisions. This reporting template helps you track key metrics and communicate results with clarity.

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Online Campaign Strategy Guide

From clicks to conversions—here’s how it’s done.”

Master the flow of a successful digital fundraising campaign from landing page to thank-you message.

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Social Media for Pastors

“Preach online without selling your soul.”

Simple, purpose-driven content strategies that won’t take over your week—or your witness

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Tagline Cheat Sheet

“Messaging help for the stuck and stressed.”

Struggling to name your campaign or sermon series? Use this guide to find bold, clear phrases that resonate with donors and members alike.

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Donation Pages That Work

“Fix the page that’s costing you the most.”

Get best-practice tips and examples for building donation pages that actually convert visitors into supporters.

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2025 Campaign Planning Guide (NEW)

“Your roadmap for 12 months of mission-driven momentum.”

Get best-practice tips and examples for building donation pages that actually convert visitors into supporters.

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Non Profit 8.8 Monitoring Data and Other Thoughts

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Monitoring Data and Other Thoughts

Wrap up your digital fundraising journey with key strategies for monitoring data and growing your supporter database. In this final segment, Todd Lane Turner shares practical steps to help you sustain and amplify your nonprofit’s impact.

  • The importance of building and maintaining a mobile and email database
  • Setting the right communication cadence to retain subscribers
  • Making Google Analytics review a regular part of your workflow
  • Collaborating with staff and vendors to interpret data and plan next steps
  • Encouragement and ongoing support for nonprofits facing unique challenges

Non Profit 8.7 Exploring Text Giving and Mobile Marketing

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Exploring Text Giving and Mobile Marketing

Curious about whether text giving and mobile fundraising are right for your organization? In this episode, Todd Lane Turner breaks down the pros, cons, and practical tactics of using text to give for nonprofits.

  • The real costs and current value of text giving services
  • How to effectively collect mobile phone numbers at events or online
  • Key differences between text and email marketing for donor communication
  • Common pitfalls like spam laws and opt-out processes to watch out for
  • Strategic tips to keep donors engaged without overwhelming their phones

Non Profit 8.6 Mobile and Website Navigation for Donations

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Mobile and Website Navigation for Donations

Learn how to optimize your website and mobile navigation to make donating easier and more intuitive for your supporters. Avoid common pitfalls that could be losing you valuable contributions.

  • Easy fixes that ensure donation opportunities are always visible and accessible
  • Why mobile navigation often buries your donate button (and what to do about it)
  • The difference between site designers and strategists when it comes to fundraising
  • How unclear internal language can confuse and deter potential donors
  • Practical tips for testing your site’s navigation from a first-time visitor’s perspective

Non Profit 8.5 Year-End Campaign Integration

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Year-End Campaign Integration

Unlock a smarter approach to Giving Tuesday by integrating it seamlessly with your year-end fundraising campaign. In this episode, Todd Lane Turner shares practical strategies for maximizing your December donations by aligning your messaging and timing.

What you’ll learn:

  • Why Giving Tuesday deserves attention even if December is your biggest giving month
  • How to develop a cohesive campaign theme early for maximum impact
  • Ways to use Giving Tuesday to “set the table” for a bigger year-end ask
  • Tips for creating urgency and establishing a timeline that motivates donors
  • How to coordinate small asks on Giving Tuesday with larger goals for year-end giving

Get ready to streamline your campaign efforts and boost donor engagement this season

Non Profit 8.4 Keep Momentum on Giving Tuesday

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Keep Momentum on Giving Tuesday

Maximize your Giving Tuesday efforts with simple, high-impact strategies. In this video, you’ll get straight talk on what works, what doesn’t, and how to keep fundraising momentum rolling.

  • Why a last-minute Giving Tuesday plan rarely pays off
  • The importance of pre-hype and setting the stage before the big day
  • Strategic timing: multiple asks and updates throughout the day
  • How to leverage your supporters to share and amplify your message
  • Smart follow-up tactics to keep donations coming even after Tuesday

Non Profit 8.3 Building Anticipation and Engaging Donors

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Building Anticipation and Engaging Donors

Learn how to engage both new and returning donors effectively on your donation page. Avoid common pitfalls that could alienate loyal supporters while still encouraging first-time gifts.

  • The importance of recognizing repeat donors and their lifetime value
  • Why donation page wording should not always target first-time gifts
  • How treating all donors like newcomers can backfire
  • Ways to create messaging that appeals to both new and returning donors
  • Why having separate donation pages for different donor types isn’t recommended

Non Profit 8.2 The Importance of Planning

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The Importance of Planning

Unlock the key elements that make your donation page a success with expert advice from Todd Lane Turner. Learn how to apply essential psychological principles to boost your online fundraising efforts.

In this video, you’ll discover:

  • Why exclusivity matters and how to make your donation offer stand out.
  • The importance of clarity so donors know exactly where their money is going.
  • How transparency and specificity increase donor confidence.
  • The role of credibility and trust signals on your donation page.
  • Simple follow-up tactics that turn one-time givers into repeat supporters.