How to Attract and Retain Fundraising Talent: Discussing AFP’s 2024 Compensation & Benefits Survey Report (with Colton Strawser and Julie Trimarchi)

NPFX: The Nonprofit Fundraising Exchange

The percentage of individuals giving to nonprofits has reached its lowest point in 40 years. As a result, more and more nonprofits are depending on big gifts. That’s why it’s vital to attract and retain the fundraisers who can cultivate strong relationships with your most generous donors. In today's episode, we examine the latest findings from AFP's 2024 Compensation and Benefits Survey Report and discuss ways to keep your best fundraisers happy (beyond a competitive salary) to sustain and advance your nonprofit's mission.

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Additional Resources

IPM's free Nonprofit Resource Library: https://www.ipmadvancement.com/resources

2024 AFP Compensation and Benefits Survey Report https://www.afponline.org/training-resources/resources/survey-research-economic-data/Details/compensation-survey

NonprofitHR 2024 Total Rewards Practices Survey https://www.nonprofithr.com/2024-total-rewards-practices-survey/

Navigating the New Normal: Compensation, Benefits, and Flexibility in Fundraising https://afpglobal.org/news/mikes-message-takeover-navigating-new-normal-compensation-benefits-and-flexibility-fundraising

Nonprofit Staff Retention, Part 1: Are Higher Salaries Really the Answer? https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/nonprofit-staff-retention-are-higher-salaries-really-the-answer

Nonprofit Staff Retention, Part 2: How to Attract and Keep the Best Employees https://www.ipmadvancement.com/blog/nonprofit-staff-retention-how-to-attract-and-keep-the-best-employees

Colton C. Strawser, PhD has built his consulting career working with leaders at community foundations, United Ways, homeless shelters, senior service agencies, youth programs, arts and culture organizations, and more. He has trained more than 1,000 organizations and generated over $25 million in government grants. In addition to being a Certified Fund Raising Professional and Certified Nonprofit Professional, he has also completed a Certificate of Nonprofit Board Consulting through BoardSource and is a Master Trainer through the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Dr. Strawser completed his PhD in Nonprofit and Philanthropic Leadership at The Nonprofit Institute at the University of San Diego. https://www.coltonstrawser.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/coltonstrawser/

Julie Trimarchi, Senior Compensation Consultant for NonprofitHR's Total Rewards practice, has over 20 years of experience in compensation for both nonprofit and for-profit organizations. Most recently, she consulted nonprofit organizations on the design and/or redesign of base pay programs, pay philosophy, pay policies and best practices. Prior to consulting, she held the position of Director of Compensation for 10 years with the Continental Division of Hospital Corportation of America (HCA), a fortune 500 company. She also worked for five years with nonprofit Kaiser Permanente as a Senior Compensation Analyst. She has also designed and delivered compensation training to various audiences, including front line leaders, executives, HR colleagues and employees. https://www.nonprofithr.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-trimarchi-06a50b5/

Russ Phaneuf, a co-founder of IPM Advancement, has a background in higher education development, with positions at the University of Hartford, Northern Arizona University, and Thunderbird School of Global Management. As IPM's managing director & chief strategist, Russ serves as lead fundraising strategist, award-winning content creator, and program analyst specializing in applied system dynamics. https://www.linkedin.com/in/russphaneuf/

Rich Frazier has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 30 years. In his role as senior consultant with IPM Advancement, Rich offers extensive understanding and knowledge in major gifts program management, fund development, strategic planning, and board of directors development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/richfrazier/