Fundraising Tip of the Week | July 7, 2025

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

Board members have a powerful opportunity to advocate for your mission in their networks, communities, and circles of influence. When they speak up with pride, it builds trust, opens doors, and brings in support. But if they’re disengaged—or worse, speaking negatively—it’s time to reassess.

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