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Nothing is more exciting than when a nonprofit organization starts to grow. More growth usually means more funding, for more clients, for more difference making. The question usually ends up being . . . how and when do you make that investment in growth? n nFar too often organizations grow based on their perceived need, […]

It's that time. The dreadful time in which you or a member of your staff need a new computer. It's that head banging moment in which you need to compare value vs need. nn We know one could say this is an issue in any industry or for yourself personally but in the nonprofit world […]

2023 and 2024 are VERY important years to keep eye on Foundations and DAF (Donor Advised Fund) opportunities. Knowing how to navigate those waters can make a huge impact in how you ask for funding AND how you budget. n nHere are just a few things to keep eye on according to the most recent […]

It's that time of the year. The time in which many of you are going to start your strategic planning process OR will be doing one in a few months. Either way, before you do, we wanted to share an important tip. nn As a firm who leads strategic plans on a consistent basis, you […]

Another June has come and gone, which means another year has come and gone for Midwest Studies Group. Our firm has now been around for over 3 years!!!! Woo Hoo . . . nn Not only. have we been going strong, helping those with fundraising and strategic planning needs . . . we seem to […]

At Midwest Studies Group, we know some good advice when we see it. For our blog entry this week we wanted to share a great article written by Tony Kraayenbrink from IFC Studios. n 5 Hidden Costs of Website Downtime, the advice given on here can be relatable to nonprofits. n https://ifcstudios.com/5-hidden-costs-of-website-downtime/ nn IFC always […]

It's about that time of the year for some organizations. July is when the new fiscal year hits and when you are probably ready for a new strategic plan. Now of course our team at MSG would love to assist you and for those interested, you know how to get a hold of us (info@midweststudiesgroup.com) […]

Often times we go through the motions, not really thinking on things, and then all of the sudden . . . a lightbulb goes off. This MIGHT be one of those times for you. nn MSG does so many strategic plans for organizations. In fact we have probably worked on about 5 just in the […]

Midwest Studies Group (MSG) is minority owned. Before coming to MSG, our team members have led organizations which may have been predominantly Asian, African-American, Native, Latino, and more. Even then, we do NOT consider ourselves experts in DEI training. nn Although DEI training is not one of our core focuses, our DEI knowledge and experience […]

At Midwest Studies Group, we literally interview donors on a constant basis as we get them on board for a variety of fundraising, planned giving, and capital campaign projects. nn One topic we talk about is how they love being thanked the most. The amazing answer is that so many times we spend time thinking […]