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BDI is proud to be a Certified Sustainable Giving Partner! As a certified agency through The Center for Sustainable Giving, we are all in on being a sustainer-forward organization, and making sustained giving programs more accessible to Rescue Missions. Hear directly from Dave Raley, CEO and Founder of The Center for Sustainable Giving, as he shares more about the certification and what this means for our mission partners. #SustainableGiving #ReleasingGenerosity  #NonprofitStrategy #NonprofitGrowth 

Sustained giving deserves more than a “make this monthly” checkbox. Rescue Missions need a more intentional strategy for turning donor generosity into long-term commitment...and that strategy needs to start by listening to your donors. That’s why BDI invested in a robust research study focused specifically Rescue Mission sustainers. Through extended, one-on-one interviews with Rescue Mission donors, we explored the beliefs, experiences, motivations and concerns shaping recurring giving decisions. Five findings stand out: • Faith can play an important role in generosity • Personal experiences can deepen commitment • Sustainers want meaningful communication and clear proof of impact • Flexibility and control matter to the donors • Many potential sustainers need a more personal invitation to give this way The takeaway for Rescue Missions is clear: Sustained giving requires intentional donor pathways that invite commitment, reinforce impact and strengthen the relationship over time. This research gives leaders practical insight to begin building those pathways, grounded in what donors actually told us they want and need. And for BDI, it’s another step in our broader commitment to helping nonprofits move from transactional giving toward deeper, more sustainable generosity. 🔗 Full article link in the comments #SustainerGiving #MonthlyGiving #RescueMissions #FundraisingStrategy #DonorEngagement

We’re excited to welcome City Gospel Mission as a new BDI partner! For more than 100 years, City Gospel Mission has been a steady source of hope in Greater Cincinnati, walking alongside people who are homeless and hurting and helping them build a path forward. Together, we’ll build integrated fundraising strategies that deepen donor relationships, share the stories of lives being transformed and grow sustainable support for their work across Greater Cincinnati. We’re honored to be part of what’s ahead! #CityGospelMission #NonprofitLeadership #Fundraising #SustainableGiving #BDI 

There’s a lot to look forward to at Pathway Ministries! During a recent visit, BDI CEO Michael J. Tomlinson spent time with CEO Jon Rocke talking about his vision for the ministry and the opportunities he sees ahead. From exploring new approaches to transitional housing to finding strategic ways to grow the resources that support their ministry, Pathway Ministries continues to think ahead about how they can make an even greater impact in the Peoria community. Conversations like these are a meaningful reminder of the vision and forward-thinking leadership happening within the incredible Missions we serve. We’re grateful to partner with Jon and the Pathway team as they continue building toward what’s next! #RescueMissions #ClientPartnership #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicGrowth #BDI #LeadershipSpotlight #MissionMonday 

Growing plants and team connections.🪴✨ For our latest #WellnessWednesday, the BDI team learned all about propagation and Pothos, with everyone getting to bring home a plant at the end of the day! It was a fun chance to try something new, spend time together, and add a little more green to our lives!   #TeamBDI #EmployeeWellness #WellnessWednesday

Some of the most valuable conversations happen when we have the opportunity to sit down together, share ideas and talk openly about the work ahead. During a recent visit to Rockford Rescue Mission, BDI CEO Michael J. Tomlinson spent time with the Mission’s team discussing trends in philanthropy, the importance of investing in donor relationships at every level, reaching new supporters and developing the next generation of fundraisers. These conversations are a meaningful part of our partnership. We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside the Rockford Rescue Mission team and continue supporting the important work they’re doing in their community. #RescueMissions #ClientPartnership #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicGrowth #BDI #LeadershipSpotlight #MissionMonday 

Are your donors really tired of hearing from you? The research may surprise you. A new study of 1,008 Christian Donors challenges some common assumptions about donor email, from how much is actually reaching their inboxes to what they do when a message arrives. In our latest Resource Hub article, BDI’s Senior Email and Lifecycle Manager Alicia Fletcher breaks down the findings and what they could mean for your Rescue Mission’s email strategy. 🔗 Full article link in the comments #Fundraising #NonprofitMarketing #EmailMarketing #BDI #NonprofitStrategy

Giving Tuesday is coming up fast. Is your fundraising strategy ready? There’s more opportunity in the day than a single ask. With the right approach, Giving Tuesday can bring new donors in, reengage loyal supporters and create momentum for the rest of the giving season. Amanda Kirby, BDI Strategist/Senior Account Director, breaks down 5 ways Rescue Missions can make Giving Tuesday count in our latest Resource Hub article. 🔗 Read the full article in the comments! #Fundraising #NonprofitMarketing #NonprofitStrategy #DonorEngagement #GivingTuesday

What can donor behavior reveal about your next fundraising opportunity? Today’s donors don’t always follow traditional giving patterns. Understanding how they engage, respond and give can help you make smarter fundraising decisions and build strategies around what donors actually need today. On September 10, BDI is joining Citygate Network for “Beyond the Appeal: Using Donor Behavior to Maximize Your Fundraising Strategy.” We’ll explore how donor behavior can help you make more informed fundraising decisions, personalize outreach, strengthen donor relationships and identify opportunities to build greater long term generosity. If year-end fundraising is on your mind, we hope you’ll join us! 📅 September 10 🕙 10:00 a.m. PT 🔗 Sign up link in the comments! #NonprofitMarketing #Fundraising #DonorAcquisition #NonprofitGrowth #BDI