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Philanthropy 451 by Saving Giving

Lisa Z Greer

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.

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Fundraising Tip of the Week | August 24, 2026

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Donors understand that running an effective nonprofit costs money. Salaries, technology, rent, and infrastructure aren’t distractions from the mission—they’re what make the mission possible.

When organizations avoid talking about ov...

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Building Better Boards: Stop Filling Seats and Start Building a Team

Your board should be one of your nonprofit’s greatest assets. Is it?

I have sat through more nonprofit board meetings than I can count.

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Fundraising Tip of the Week | August 17, 2026

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Not every meeting leads to a meaningful donor relationship—and that’s okay. If someone repeatedly asks for your time but never takes a step toward supporting your mission, it’s worth asking whether your time could be better spent els...

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Fundraising Tip of the Week | August 10, 2026

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Every dollar is not created equal.

Dealing with a donor who threatens, insults you, or puts ridiculous conditions on their donation is rarely worth your time. (Although sometimes when you say no, they back off.)

It’s OK to say no...

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Burning Questions: When Is It OK to Say No to a Donor?

One of the questions I’m asked most often by fundraisers is surprisingly simple:

“When is it okay to say no to a donor?”

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More often than you think.

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    Lisa Greer is a philanthropist, nonprofit advisor, speaker, bestselling author, and advocate for transforming fundraising. She challenges outdated practices, creating a relationship-based approach to ensure a more impactful philanthropic culture.

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