Ed Hohlbein's Blog Posts

Doors to Donations nonprofit fundraising

As a nonprofit fundraiser, it's important to understand that every donor is different. Some may...

Money Talks nonprofit fundraising

When I was growing up, we never talked about money in our home. I knew my parents had jobs, they...

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Say It Like You Mean It nonprofit fundraising

Saying "thank you" to donors and others who invest in the mission of your NPO is an...

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Can I Have Your Attention Please nonprofit fundraising

We all have the freedom to move our attention at any given moment.

This freedom to pay our...

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The Authenticity Factor for Fundraisers nonprofit fundraising

Authenticity is a buzzword that is often thrown around in the workplace. The idea of being true...

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What Do You Need to Know About a Prospect? nonprofit fundraising

Let's say you've been assigned a new prospect. This prospect is not only new to you but brand new...

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Don't Listen to Rick Springfield nonprofit fundraising

Despite what Rick Springfield may have advised in the 1980s, please DO TALK TO STRANGERS in...

I've Been Wrong nonprofit fundraising

Wrong. Wrong. Wrong. I've been completely wrong.

The phrase "fear of the ask", which I use often...

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Data and Major Donor Prospects nonprofit fundraising

Sharing data with a major gift prospect can be an important part of building a case for your...

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10 Things I Learned in Acting School Every Nonprofit Asker Needs to Know nonprofit fundraising

Nonprofit fundraisers, I call them askers, are like actors in more ways than you'd probably...

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I'm a Nonprofit Fundraising Technologist. To me, a technologist is someone who leverages technology to solve problems, improve processes, and drive innovation in their field. They have a deep understanding of tools, systems, and trends in technology and apply this knowledge to create practical, efficient solutions. For me, as a nonprofit fundraising technologist, it means I’m not just using fundraising tools but also optimizing and innovating how nonprofits manage data, workflows, and CRMs to improve their fundraising outcomes and impact.

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