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When Donors Say No: Turning Rejection Into Valuable Insight
In fundraising, rejection is inevitable, but how you handle it can make all the difference. When a potential donor says "no", especially if they are a high-net-worth individual, you might initially feel deflated. However, this moment can be a great opportunity for learning and further engagement.

Maribeth Canning
Jun 263 min read
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From Prospect to Partner: Building Long-Term Relationships with Major Donors
Major gifts are not spontaneous. They are the outcome of intentional cultivation, built on shared values, trust, and a clear vision for impact. Successful fundraising strategies prioritize long-term partnerships over transactional giving, recognizing that the donor journey is a multi-stage process requiring time, strategy, and structure.

Maribeth Canning
May 233 min read
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Data to Donations: How Measurement & Evaluation Drives Fundraising Success
It’s no longer enough to say your program is making a difference. Today’s donors want to see the results. In an increasingly outcomes-focused funding landscape, measurement and evaluation are not just buzzwords. They are critical tools for building donor confidence and sustaining long-term support.

Maribeth Canning
May 63 min read
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What’s Next in Fundraising: 10 Trends Shaping 2025
As the philanthropic landscape continues to evolve, nonprofits must stay informed about emerging trends to effectively engage donors and...

Maribeth Canning
Apr 243 min read
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Funding Priorities: The Secret Weapon in Your Fundraising Toolbox
Funding priorities are not just line items or wish lists. They are mission-aligned, strategically defined opportunities for investment that clearly articulate what your organization needs in order to fulfill its vision.

Maribeth Canning
Apr 113 min read
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Trust in Action: Redefining Fundraising for a Resilient Future
Nonprofits face a crossroads: The donor-centric model is failing. It’s time to shift power and embrace community-centric fundraising.

Maribeth Canning
Apr 35 min read
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Unlock Your Fundraising Potential at AFP’s Annual Conference – March 28th
I am honored to be chairing the 2024 AFP conference featuring 36 sessions, catering to various fundraising disciplines and experience levels

Maribeth Canning
Feb 15, 20242 min read
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Unlocking Success: The Synergy Between Philanthropy and Marketing
I recently had the honor of hosting an NEAHP Webinar as part of the NEAHP Ask the Experts program, a role I proudly chair as a board member.

Maribeth Canning
Jan 26, 20242 min read
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Women Are Changing the Philanthropic Landscape
Women in the United States are estimated to control more than $22 trillion in personal wealth. We weld significant personal and...

Maribeth Canning
Mar 9, 20221 min read
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Culture of Philanthropy: Mission to Movement
I am proud to be a Keynote speaker at this year's NEAHP Conference. In my 20 years of fundraising, I have seen the power of a culture...

Maribeth Canning
Mar 6, 20221 min read
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Come As You Are
Strategic planning is the perfect opportunity to bring our community to the table and welcome unique perspectives as an invaluable resource

Maribeth Canning
Dec 2, 20212 min read
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The Impact Roadmap
As an adjunct faculty member of Northeastern University’s School of Nonprofit Management, I teach a graduate level course on measuring...

Maribeth Canning
Oct 8, 20213 min read
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The Major Gift Fundraising Playbook
I recently had the pleasure of joining Stephen Halasnik on The Nonprofit MBA Podcast to discuss the major gift fundraising playbook. To...
mcanning9
Jun 14, 20211 min read
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Social Innovation
Social innovation creates novel solutions to pressing social problems.
mcanning9
May 11, 20212 min read
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Transformational Strategic Planning
MCC’s unique approach to strategic planning is a game-changer. In four steps, we inspire transformational change.
mcanning9
Apr 26, 20212 min read
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Equal Pay Day
While March 24 is equal pay day for some, women of color are too often left behind.
mcanning9
Mar 24, 20212 min read
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Corporate Social Responsibility
In a world where Corporate America has never been more focused on capturing social impact, fundraisers have a critical role to play.
mcanning9
Mar 16, 20211 min read
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Grassroots Fundraising
When we work collectively for the greater good, we have the capacity to foster equity and sustainable change.
mcanning9
Feb 24, 20211 min read
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Major Gift Fundraising Tenets: A Guide to Fostering Democracy
In fundraising and in life what really matters are relationships. How do we come together as a nation divided?
mcanning9
Jan 20, 20212 min read
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Spread Joy
After a year of reckoning and reflection, ten lessons to spread joy in 2021.
mcanning9
Jan 4, 20211 min read
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