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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jul 15

A dysfunctional board isn't just a nuisance—it’s a serious liability.

Strong governance = sustainable impact.

#NonprofitBoards #BoardGovernance #FundraisingTips #SavingGiving #BoardCulture #NonprofitStrategy

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jul 7

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jul 7

Your board should be your nonprofit’s biggest cheerleaders—not silent bystanders (or worse, critics).

#BoardEngagement #FundraisingTips #NonprofitBoards #NonprofitStrategy #SavingGiving

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 30

Donors aren’t ATMs. If giving feels like a cold transaction, you’re doing it wrong.

Create an experience instead—one where donors feel connected, valued, and inspired.

#DonorEngagement #FundraisingTips #DonorExperience #SavingGiving #PhilanthropyRevolution

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 23

Donors notice more than you think.

When your fundraising staff constantly changes, it sends the wrong signal about your organization.

But when you invest in your team you create continuity and deeper relationships. Donors will notice.

#FundraisingTips #StaffRetention #SaveGiving #NonprofitSuccess

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 19

In Philanthropy Revolution, Lisa Greer pulls back the curtain on outdated fundraising tactics and shows how transparency, authenticity, and real relationships are the path forward.

#PhilanthropyRevolution #LisaGreer #SaveGiving #NonprofitLeadership #FundraisingTruths #DonorTrust

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 17

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 17

Too often, fundraising is treated like a one-way street. 🚦

Want better donor retention and stronger support? Start by asking not just what your donors can do for you, but what you can do for them. 🤝

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 17

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Welcome to Philanthropy 451, a weekly newsletter with my thoughts on the state of the nonprofit industry, including anecdotes, statistics, and helpful recommendations. I'm Lisa Greer and I'm obsessed with Saving Giving. Click to read Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving, by Lisa Z Greer, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 17

Time for the monthly Power Hour exclusively for premium subscribers!

This month's theme will be overhead costs in nonprofit organizations.

Become a premium subscriber now and join Lisa and other nonprofit leaders on Zoom, Wed 6/18, at 9:30am PST.

#NonprofitLeadership #SavingGiving

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 9

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Welcome to Philanthropy 451, a weekly newsletter with my thoughts on the state of the nonprofit industry, including anecdotes, statistics, and helpful recommendations. I'm Lisa Greer and I'm obsessed ...

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 9

Frugality ≠ Long term success.

Running a nonprofit on a shoestring might sound noble—but it’s not a long-term strategy. Donors want to see impact, and they know real impact requires real investment.

#NonprofitTips #FundraisingStrategy #DonorTrust #NonprofitLeadership #SaveGiving #InvestInImpact

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Jun 2

It’s time to reframe the conversation around nonprofit spending.

Frugality is not the same as effectiveness—and savvy donors know the difference.

#FundraisingTips #NonprofitLeadership #DonorTrust #NonprofitFinance #SavingGiving

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · May 27

Language shapes perception.

How you talk about donors — not just to them — matters more than you think.

#FundraisingTips #DonorEngagement #NonprofitLeadership #PhilanthropyMatters #LanguageMatters #DonorRelations #FundraisingStrategy #NonprofitGrowth #ImpactDriven #FundraisersToFollow

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · May 12

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · May 12

One of the biggest—and most avoidable—mistakes nonprofits make? Not making it easy for donors to give.

Whether it is a contribution from a DAF, a check, or some other specific form of payment, your job is to make it easy to contribute.

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · May 5

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · May 5

💡Fundraising Tip of the Week💡

🏗️ Customize your outreach. Different donors have different motivations—learn what matters to them.

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 30

Get the book here: https://tinyurl.com/fundraiserhandbook

Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 30

You need to build strong donor relationships if you want long-term giving. Get practical strategies that work in The Essential Fundraiser’s Handbook!

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 29

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 29

💡Fundraising Tip of the Week💡

🗳️ Are diverse voices shaping your nonprofit’s strategy? Donor inclusion should extend beyond fundraising.

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 23

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 23

Heading to the AFPICON 2025 Conference in Seattle this weekend? Be sure to look for major donor Lisa's Greer's two presentations on Tuesday April 29th!

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Lisa Greer @lisagsavinggiving.bsky.social · Apr 21

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