Thread Strategies

Thread Strategies Thread Strategies helps social change organizations achieve scale and maximize impact by growing reve

We help nonprofits and social enterprises raise the funds needed to advance their missions. Development Plan ✴️Strategic Planning ✴️ Fundraising Strategy ✴️Organizational Planning

08/11/2026

What if planned giving isn’t as out of reach as many nonprofits believe?

August is Make-a-Will Month, making it the perfect time to explore that question.

In this short video, Taryn Deaton, Executive Principal at Thread Strategies, shares why she believes one of the biggest fundraising opportunities for nonprofits may be more accessible than many organizations realize.

If your organization has ever thought, “We know we should be doing planned giving...we just don’t have the time or capacity,” this conversation is for you.

Watch the video below, and then let us know in the comments: Has your organization started planning for planned giving, or is it still on the list for “someday”?

07/30/2026

Fundraising isn’t about asking for money—it’s about inviting people to be part of meaningful change.

Thread Strategies’ Founder & CEO, Loree Lipstein, recently joined the KCNA2 Epilepsy KCNA2 & Rare Epilepsy Podcast to share practical fundraising strategies for small nonprofits looking to grow sustainably without burning out.
In this conversation, Loree discusses:
* Reframing fundraising as relationship-building
* Why every organization needs the right systems from the start
* Common fundraising mistakes—and how to avoid them
* Building meaningful donor relationships that fuel long-term impact
* Creating realistic strategies for small teams with big missions

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, advocating for patients, or building a mission-driven organization, this episode is full of actionable insights.

 Listen now: https://youtu.be/5CYGPYE_lBk?si=yJ1AL2-xZ3HgjsI6 (link in bio)

07/28/2026

What if your monthly giving program wasn’t just about predictable revenue, but about building a community?

In this video, Thread Strategies’ Fractional Fundraising Consultant, Elizabeth Gutting, explains why the most successful recurring giving programs go far beyond monthly donations.

Recurring donors aren’t just a reliable source of funding; they’re your most committed advocates. When someone gives every month, they’re making a long-term commitment to your mission. The opportunity isn’t just to retain their gift; it’s to make them feel they truly belong.

When donors feel they’re part of something bigger, they don’t just keep giving; they become your biggest champions.

🎥 Watch Elizabeth’s tips for building a recurring giving program that strengthens both your fundraising and your community.

07/21/2026

Growing your nonprofit’s community is an ongoing process, and the right strategies can help you turn connections into lasting impact.

In Part 2, Thread Strategies’ Director, Erica Baca, shares 3 more actionable tips to help nonprofit leaders strengthen relationships, expand their reach, and build a community that supports their mission for the long term.

Community doesn’t just grow—it thrives when it’s nurtured with intention.

✨ If you haven’t watched Part 1 yet, be sure to check it out for the first three tips!

💬 Which tip from Part 2 will you put into practice first? Tell us in the comments.
📌 Save this post to revisit when you’re planning your next community engagement strategy.

07/14/2026

Growing your nonprofit's community doesn't happen by accident; it takes strategy.

In this video, Thread Strategies' Director, Erica Baca, breaks down 3 key tips every nonprofit leader needs to grow a thriving, engaged network, whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen the connections you already have.

Community is the foundation of everything we do as changemakers. The stronger your network, the further your mission reaches.

✨ Part 2 is coming soon with even more tips — follow along so you don't miss it!

💬 Which tip resonated most with you? Let us know in the comments.
📌 Save this for your next team strategy session.

07/14/2026

Growing your nonprofit’s community doesn’t happen by accident; it takes strategy.

In this video, Thread Strategies’ Director, Erica Baca, breaks down 3 key tips every nonprofit leader needs to grow a thriving, engaged network, whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen the connections you already have.

Community is the foundation of everything we do as changemakers. The stronger your network, the further your mission reaches.

✨ Part 2 is coming soon with even more tips — follow along so you don’t miss it!

💬 Which tip resonated most with you? Let us know in the comments.
📌 Save this for your next team strategy session.

Big news — Thread Strategies' Founder & CEO, Loree Lipstein, is presenting at Independent Sector's National Summit 2026 ...
07/09/2026

Big news — Thread Strategies' Founder & CEO, Loree Lipstein, is presenting at Independent Sector's National Summit 2026 in Phoenix this October!

Loree will be joined by Dr. Tim Lampkin and Sophy Yem for a session on Designing Capacity Building Programs for Nonprofit Sustainability, exploring how funders, nonprofits, and technical experts can work together to build financially resilient organizations that sustain long-term community impact.

📅 Wednesday, October 14 | 1:30 – 3:00 PM

If you're attending , we'd love to see you there. Register at the link below 👇
https://summit.independentsector.org

250 years later, building strong communities is still work worth celebrating.This Independence Day, we're reflecting on ...
07/02/2026

250 years later, building strong communities is still work worth celebrating.
This Independence Day, we're reflecting on the people and organizations that invest in something bigger than themselves.

For 250 years, Americans have continued the work of building communities, strengthening institutions, and working together to meet the needs of each generation.

At Thread, we're grateful to partner with nonprofit organizations doing that same kind of long-term work every day. Whether they're expanding opportunity, strengthening neighborhoods, improving health, educating future leaders, or serving those most in need, our clients are building stronger communities for the future.

As we celebrate Independence Day, we're thankful for the nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, volunteers, and donors who continue investing in the people and places they care about.

Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Thread Strategies.

Did you catch our latest issue of Common Thread: Notions?This edition is packed with reads that have sparked real conver...
06/30/2026

Did you catch our latest issue of Common Thread: Notions?
This edition is packed with reads that have sparked real conversation on our team — from what's actually shifting in donor behavior, to lessons fundraisers can borrow from Sesame Street's storytelling playbook, to a provocative take on when sunsetting an organization might be an act of care rather than failure.

We also rounded up an open nonprofit fundraising role in the Spool and a heads-up on Anthropic's Claude Corps program for nonprofits (applications close July 17!).

Don't miss the next issue! Catch up on the latest June issue, then click the subscribe button in the top left corner of the article: https://mailchi.mp/e6fda2b7ddcb/notionsjune26

AI is reshaping the nonprofit sector, but knowing where to start (and where to stop) is half the battle. Thread Strategi...
06/18/2026

AI is reshaping the nonprofit sector, but knowing where to start (and where to stop) is half the battle.

Thread Strategies is joining forces with Bloomerang for a FREE can't-miss webinar designed to help your organization cut through the noise and build a real AI strategy.

You'll walk away knowing how to:
✅ Choose AI tools that actually make sense for your mission
✅ Apply AI to real fundraising challenges
✅ Set standards for responsible AI adoption
✅ Establish clear usage guidelines for your team

Stop letting AI feel like a full-time job. Let's bring structure to the process together.

Register today at https://bit.ly/4ey77eg

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