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BDI is a full-service, omni-channel, fundraising marketing agency for nonprofits. We partner with cause and faith-driven organizations to tap into abundance, igniting generosity that transforms lives, delivers dignity, and inspires hope. The result: More lives changed.
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Take the guesswork out of growing your organization. Our cutting-edge strategies allow you to reach the right audience with the right messageā¦ for greater results.
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Actionable tips and insights from leaders in fundraising.
Looking Forward in Philanthropy: A SWOT Provides Clues for What to Expect in 2022
Hereās what nonprofits can expect after 2 unprecedented years of changes in philanthropy From Michael J. Tomlinson, CEO and President, BDI Read Time: 13 minutes As one of Americaās most…
QUICK SHOT: Stop the Cycle of Underfunding
Understanding and preventing the overhead starvation cycle When it comes to maintaining operations, many nonprofits encounter a common challenge called the āoverhead starvation cycle.ā In order to run your organization…
QUICK SHOT: 4 Tips for Optimizing Your Direct Mail Acquisition
And what your data can tell you NERD ALERT! Itās true, I have a T-shirt that says, āI heart data,ā and I am PROUD OF IT! Allow this self-professed data…
Episode 11. Spring Cleaning! How to Keep Your Marketing Channels Clean & Optimized
Essential tips for better engagement and fundraising results Is it time to freshen up your fundraising and marketing strategies? Katrina Williams and Maddie Lara from BDIās Marketing Team are here…
Employee Spotlight: Meet BDI Data Specialist Angel Jimenez
āI walk away at the end of the day feeling like Iāve done something very good.ā Eight hours or more a dayā¦ five days or more a weekā¦ youāll find…
The Decline of the Tithe & Individual Giving: A Call to Action for Nonprofit Organizations
Understanding & addressing challenges facing faith-based charities From Michael J. Tomlinson (āMTā), CEO and President, BDI The last thing I ever want is to become known as a prophet of…
3 Questions To Help Your Nonprofit Make the Right Hire
Hiring can be stressful. But with the right questions, it doesnāt have to be. Youāre a nonprofit. You probably have a very lean budget, and as a result, a small…
QUICK SHOT: A Recipe for Nonprofit Websites
Key ingredients for a fundraising-focused page On any given weekend, you can find me in my kitchen trying a new recipe. Whether itās one of the New York Timesā many…
Episode 10. Adventures in AI: Part 2 – Incorporating AI In Your Nonprofit Operations
Navigate the ethics and impact of bringing AI into your workflow AI is showing no signs of slowing down! And at BDI, weāre committed to exploring this new frontier, responsibly,…
Partnerships
BDI is proud to be a long-standing member of the Citygate Network and represent the interests of our client partners at Citygateās annual and district conference.
Partnerships
A leader in philanthropic news, research and trends, the Giving Institute hosts annual events for its members, which BDI attends.
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BDI staff continuously deepen their fundraising knowledge and hone their expertise at the Association of Fundraising Professionalsā annual conferences and events.
Partnerships
BDIās enduring partnership with the Association of National Advertisers is demonstrated through our annual attendance of their conferences, and the involvement of several BDI staff as members of ANA committees and as ANA award judges.
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BDI is proud to serve alongside other organizations and firms within the Nonprofit Alliance who are working to strengthen and support the nonprofit sector.
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BDI is grateful to call the city of Monrovia a home to our business and conduct our operations in this supportive community.
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BDI is a member of the Direct Marketing Fundraisers Association and our staff is represented on their board.
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To support our work with faith-driven organizations, BDI attends Christian Leadership Allianceās annual conference.
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As part of DMAWās direct response fundraising and marketing community, BDI regularly sends our staff to attend their conferences and other continued learning opportunities.
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