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After nearly a quarter century of helping nonprofits plan, reach and exceed their fundraising goals, we’ve accomplished a lot – and learned a thing or two. Our Steier Tips page features the latest Steier Group fundraising advice from our team of experts, case studies and helpful insight to consider as you plan your next campaign.

Apr 26 2023

Generous Disciples: What the Saints Teach Us About Stewardship with Meg Hunter-Kilmer

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The Steier Group is proud to present our podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The 14th…

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Apr 17 2023
Fellowship Development, a Division of the Steier Group

Fellowship Development, a Division of the Steier Group, launches

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Fellowship Development, a Division of the Steier Group, launched on Monday, April 17, 2023. This new division is focused on meeting the campaign fundraising needs of Christian churches and schools. Fellowship Development will provide on-site, full-service capital campaign services to Christian organizations. With a team of experienced fundraising professionals, this new division will help churches and schools achieve their fundraising goals and fulfill their mission. The team’s expertise in fundraising, capital campaigns, strategic planning and stewardship will enable Christian organizations to maximize their resources and make a significant impact in their communities. “We are excited to launch Fellowship Development and…

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Mar 29 2023

One Year of Twelve Wicker Baskets

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The Steier Group is proud to present our podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The 13th…

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Feb 24 2023

How to write a strong case for fundraising support

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Every successful capital campaign needs a strong case for support. But writing the perfect case statement can seem daunting, especially if your task isn’t an obviously big draw like building a new church or adding a school wing. A case statement is the core communication for a successful capital campaign. It is an organization’s prime opportunity to toot its horn about successes and positive impacts. It is also an open door to demonstrate the need for the organization and explain its current plan to strengthen its mission-based work. Capital improvements, increased funding, new programs and enhanced services all deserve donor…

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Feb 22 2023

God’s Generosity is Astounding with Handmaids of the Heart of Jesus

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The Steier Group is proud to present our new podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The…

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Jan 25 2023

Being a Stewardship Pastor with Fr. Jarrod Lies

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The Steier Group is proud to present our new podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The…

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Jan 24 2023

2023 fundraising trends to watch

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At its heart, fundraising is a simple process that can lead to big things – people asking people to support causes dear to their heart. But, as you know, that doesn’t mean that fundraising is easy. While the US is still recovering from the pandemic and dealing with inflation, the data for fundraising shows that things are still looking strong and optimistic. In the Fundraising Effectiveness Project’s most recent report, they found that while the number of donors were down 7%, donations were up 6.2%, thanks to major donors. GivingTuesday estimates that giving in the United States alone totaled $3.1 billion representing…

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Dec 28 2022
The Journey to Deep Stewardship with Quentin Schesnuik

The Journey to Deep Stewardship with Quentin Schesnuik

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The Steier Group is proud to present our new podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The…

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Dec 20 2022

Planned giving and the historic transfer of wealth

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You may have heard the buzz regarding a historic transfer of wealth that is happening in America right now. Over the next few decades, a staggering $30 trillion will be passed down from prosperous baby boomers to the next generation. Not only is this the largest wealth transfer of all time, but it is also creating one of the most significant opportunities for philanthropy in this age. What does this wealth transfer mean for nonprofits, exactly? And how can your organization capitalize on this incredible moment in history? It’s simple: Because more than $6.3 trillion of the wealth transfer is projected to…

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Dec 01 2022
Remembering the Church in your Planned Giving with Renée Underwood

Remembering the Church in your planned giving with Renée Underwood

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The Steier Group is proud to present our new podcast, Twelve Wicker Baskets with Christopher Beaudet. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast app. In the Gospel, Jesus fed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish. After the crowd was satisfied, there were 12 wicker baskets left over. God provides the abundance. In each episode of this podcast, we will explore, with pastoral leaders and development professionals, all the many ways God meets the spiritual and temporal needs of our parish communities, our Catholic schools and the diocesan church. And not only meets those needs but provides in abundance. The…

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