Ep 214| Retain Your Top Fundraisers: 5 Simple Strategies That Cost Nothing

Send us Fan MailNearly seven in ten nonprofit employees are actively looking for new jobs…and it's not always about the paycheck.Britt Stockert and Cara Augspurger talk through five low-cost ways to help your team feel appreciated and connected to the mission. Cara draws on real examples from her work at Grace Care Center Foundation, where a culture of recognition has helped keep people engaged without a big perks budget.If you've ever wondered whether you're showing your staff the same care you show your donors, this one's for you.What You'll LearnWhy recognition, not just compensation, drives nonprofit retentionHow a restructured annual calendar gave staff real rest without disrupting mission deliveryWhat local business partnerships can look like beyond fundraisingWhy handwritten notes work just as well for team members as for donorsHow schedule flexibility can fill the gap when budget can'tChapters 00:00  Celebrating Team Efforts02:55   Understanding Nonprofit Turnover05:55   Creating a Supportive Culture08:50   The Power of Handwritten Notes11:50     Flexibility as a Perk14:52     Recognizing Employee ContributionsResources and LinksGrace Care Center Foundation Donorbox — fundraising tools for nonprofitsAbout DonorboxDonorbox is a trusted online and on-location fundraising platform that helps nonprofits raise more. With easy-to-use donation forms, powerful donor management tools, and features designed to grow recurring giving, we have helped 100,000-plus organizations process more than $4 billion in donations worldwide.  donorbox.orgEnjoying the show? Subscribe for more practical fundraising strategies, leadership insights, and tools to help your nonprofit grow sustainably.The information provided in this series is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult with a professional advisor for specific guidance.Support the show