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Why You Should Publish an Annual Report

By Paul Hosch April 14, 2024Advice

In nonprofit fundraising, the annual report is more than a summary of the year's activities—it's a pivotal tool for engagement, transparency, and future fundraising success. This document serves multiple essential…

Tip of the Month: Expressing Gratitude

By Paul Hosch March 25, 2024Advice

Maintaining a state of awareness is crucial, particularly when leading a ministry. Cultivating a spirit of gratitude is integral to this awareness. One of the most impactful stewardship practices a…

Fundraising Collab Lab

By Paul Hosch March 25, 2024Community Engagement

NFM CEO, Paul Hosch, was palpably excited to be an invited Collab Lab leader at the Shift Happens conference held January 10-12 in Houston, TX, by Strengthening Black Churches for…

From the Desk of Paul Hosch (March 2024)

By Paul Hosch March 20, 2024Advice

March 2024 Dear Friend, Recently, I had the privilege of interviewing Rev. Rudy Rasmus, the esteemed Co-Lead Pastor Emeritus of St. John’s United Methodist Church in Downtown Houston. The…

Artificial Intelligence and the Mission

By Paul Hosch March 5, 2024Community Engagement

Fundraising is crucial for churches to sustain their ministries, with funds supporting outreach, operations, and spiritual growth. However, finding adequate resources is a challenge, requiring innovative engagement strategies for potential…

From the Desk of Paul Hosch (February 2024)

By Paul Hosch February 16, 2024Advice

February 16, 2024 Dear Friend, I recently had the privilege of speaking with Reverend Dr. Vance P. Ross of Central United Methodist Church in Atlanta, and I…

Nonprofit Fundraising | Top 10 Tips

By Paul Hosch March 10, 2022Community Engagement

Newer Development Officers and CEO’s ask me all the time, “What are the top 10 fundraising strategies I should know?” They ask because they want to be better at what…

Donate to Vetted Charities Supporting Urkraine

By NFManagement February 28, 2022Community Engagement

This is a little different than the typical information I provide. Yet, in light of what is going on in Ukraine—352 Ukrainian civilians have been killed in the conflict, including…

Goals Grid: The 6 Things You Need to Write a Proposal with Teeth!

By Paul Hosch June 1, 2021Advice

Before asking for programmatic financial support—writing a proposal—you should have a well-developed description of the program—a Goals Grid. I say this for three reasons: 1) It gets all of the…

Pushing the Big Lie–Smoke and Mirrors for Voter Suppression!

By Paul Hosch May 16, 2021Community Engagement

"President Donald Trump’s effort to steal the 2020 presidential election fell short. Now Republicans across the country are promoting changes to laws and personnel that could allow him — or…

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