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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.
Part 1: It all began with a vision to change the world
Take a look back at where BDI started and how far weāve come! Just like any great hero story, BDIās history started with one person ā Randy Brewer ā and…
Celebrating BDIās 20 Years of Impact and Innovation
Releasing generosity to transform lives & inspire hope From Michael J. Tomlinson (āMTā), CEO and President, BDI In life as in business, 20 years is a significant milestone ā a…
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: 2024 Nonprofit Email Deliverability Guide
5 tips to go from spam to inbox success! Picture this: youāve painstakingly crafted the perfect email fundraising campaign. Your subject line sparkles, your content is filled with valuable insights…
Employee Spotlight: BDI Director of Digital Strategy
A life lived with purpose. āCaffeine is king…ā āJustice oriented….ā āReady for adventure…ā The energy that emanates from Nicole Ige-Hutto is infectious. Organic. You canāt help but feel excited and…
QUICK SHOT: Boost Awareness with Strong Branding
How Integrated Brand Experience Rekindled Evansville Rescue Missionās Community Presence As a creative professional working in fundraising, Iāve built my career coming up with creative solutions for marketing challenges. But…
QUICK SHOT: 5 Secrets to Supercharge Your Sustainer Program
Elevate donor loyalty with these actionable tips As donation revenue has declined in the last few years, one of the few bright spots for nonprofits has been their Sustainer Programs.…
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…
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.
Partnerships
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.
Partnerships
BDI is proud to serve alongside other organizations and firms within the Nonprofit Alliance who are working to strengthen and support the nonprofit sector.
Partnerships
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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