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BWF

BWF

Fundraising

Minneapolis, Minnesota 7,580 followers

Empowering Philanthropy

About us

Nonprofits exist to change the world, and BWF exists to help them make it happen. At BWF, we empower nonprofits to deliver on their promises by enabling them to transform the organization, drive philanthropic revenue, and realize their impact. In fact, we understand that the nonprofit space is constantly evolving, and in turn, organizations must also evolve to achieve their goals. We are committed to helping these organizations excel through change and fulfill their mission by providing a comprehensive, data-driven approach that ensures nonprofits achieve their goals on time and on budget. BWF’s core capabilities, which include campaigns and fundraising strategies, operations and technology solutions, engagement and donor experience services, as well as enterprise solutions, all draw upon our Innovation Hub’s knowledge and resources, with the goal of furthering our clients’ outcomes while also shaping positive change in the industry. Plus, our collaborative team leverages a robust knowledge base, proven methodology, and decades of industry learnings to deliver exceptional results and the highest caliber client experience. No matter the nonprofit’s goals or needs, BWF is committed to helping these exceptional organizations deliver on their promises and fulfill their missions. For nearly 40 years, nonprofits throughout the United States and across the globe have turned to BWF to empower philanthropy for their organizations. We’re ready to do the same for you.

Industry
Fundraising
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Type
Privately Held
Founded
1983
Specialties
Capital Campaigns, Annual Giving, Advancement Services, Analytics, Social Media, Digital Fundraising, Managed Services, Prospect Research, Development Assessments, Multi-Channel Solutions, Strategic Planning, Comprehensive Campaign Planning, Communications and Donor Relations, Donor Communications, Nonprofit Database, Data Governance, Donor Engagement, Frontline Giving, and Annual Giving

Locations

  • Primary

    7900 Xerxes Avenue South

    Suite 980

    Minneapolis, Minnesota 55431, US

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Employees at BWF

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    BWF's CEO Josh Birkholz put on a great webinar yesterday! If you missed it, here are a few of our ins and outs of 2024 as we look to 2025. You can view the recording here: https://hubs.li/Q034HKGf0 Ins: - Rebuilding trust and community - Investing in talent training - Embracing donor experience - Engaging with the everyday donor - Short-form video content Outs: - Avoiding tech upgrades - Overbearing inflation - One-size-fits-all donor messaging - Decline in giving

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    Proud to be a sponsor for the Florida Council for Resource Development's Spring Conference! Check out out here: https://lnkd.in/gRCJnczH

    Thank you to our generous sponsors of this year’s annual Florida Council for Resource Development Spring Conference. Their contributions are helping the Florida College System to support and equip our grants and fundraising (advancement) professionals so that they succeed in fundraising and philanthropic resources development across the Florida College System. Thank you to TSG Advisors - Education, DonorSearch, South Street Advisors LLC, The Muse of AI, GonserGerber, BWF, The Grants Clearinghouse, McAllister & Quinn!

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    A successful campaign requires many factors, but one of the most critical is maintaining positive momentum from start to finish. In this article, BWF's Andy Canada focuses on laying the groundwork for building a strong foundation in the campaign planning stage and building momentum with invested staff, organizational leadership, board members, and key donors. More: https://hubs.ly/Q038tHvW0 Also don't miss our webinar, featuring Andy Canada and Mark Marshall, on this topic tomorrow! Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q038t9110

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    March Webinar Alert! Breaking New Ground with Dynamic Donor Walls 📆 March 19, 12PM CT Join BWF's Angela Altamore and PDG's Dave Gaspar for an insightful webinar on breaking new ground with dynamic donor walls. Whether you’re looking to revamp your current donor recognition program or seeking inspiration for new initiatives, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help you think beyond the wall. ➡️ Register: https://lnkd.in/g9R5WBtt Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your donor appreciation efforts to new heights!

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    Congratulations to Clemson University on the public launch of the ambitious Fiercely Forward campaign! With a goal of $1.889 billion, a nod to the university's founding, Fiercely Forward will position the university to deliver on a bold vision to provide a #1 student experience, grow research, and transform lives across the state and beyond.   BWF is proud to partner with Clemson to support this campaign and is excited for the next chapter. Go Tigers!

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    President at Clemson University

    With our capital campaign, we’re making a bold statement about our commitment to elevate the future of our University. Fiercely Forward is more than a campaign; it’s our promise to enhance the Clemson Experience and uplift every Tiger for generations to come. I can’t wait to see its impact on the entire Clemson Family.

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    “Our collaboration with BWF meant that we were able to get our organization on board with a campaign, moving more quickly and more confidently with the professional guidance of our BWF collaborators. I would recommend BWF because of the depth of their support across many areas. Our principal BWF partner, Jodie Miner, has been a critical partner to us, supporting and guiding our process and helping us to think strategically.” -Jennifer Kim, Vice President of Philanthropy, IslandWood Read IslandWood's story: https://hubs.li/Q037Qk4c0

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    Today BWF's Brian Browne joins Clemson University's Missy Ryan Penland at the CASE District III Annual Conference for the "Developing and Coaching a Data-Minded Gift Officer Mindset" session! More: https://hubs.li/Q036QTYV0 This session will invite gift officers to reevaluate their relationship with data and own their opportunity to manage their portfolios and prospects with their role in managing data to maximize insights in mind

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