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BDI (Brewer Direct) is a full-service, omni-channel, marketing and fundraising agency for nonprofits. We come alongside faith-first organizations to release generosity to help a hurting world. Your vision leads. Strategy and execution follow. The result: more generosity fuels more impact.
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Looking Forward in Philanthropy: A SWOT Provides Clues for What to Expect in 2022
Here’s 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 America’s most…
3 Resources to Grow Your Nonprofit’s Social Media Channels
By Katrina Williams, Marketing Manager Social media has revolutionized our ability to reach people around the globe. Today, June 30, is the official recognition of social media’s impact on global…
QUICK SHOT: 3 Ways to Engage Your Nonprofit Board
Follow these tips to turn your Board into effective fundraisers! By Matt Rayburn, Account Strategist One thing I hear from almost every nonprofit I work with is a feeling that…
QUICK SHOT: Tips from a Therapist: How To Be Heard, Seen, Known and Remembered
Lessons on building trust and emotional connection with donors So it might sound a bit strange, but I’d like to offer you some relationship advice… on how to build trust…
Employee Spotlight: Meet BDI Project Manager, Alison DeVriendt
A busy, balanced and joy-filled life From Debbie Freeman, BDI Contributing Writer Read Time: 5 minutes As a BDI Project Manager, Alison DeVriendt is responsible for the planning, organization, resource…
When to Use “Need” and “Joy” Photos in Nonprofit Fundraising
A quick guide for making the right choices with fundraising photos From Sarah Wallin, Creative Director Read Time: 5 minutes Take a look at this photo and tell me how…
Post-Pandemic Giving: 4 Nonprofit Fundraising Trends to Watch in 2022
The good, the bad and the somewhat surprising… From Lolly Colombo, Executive VP Client Services On one gloriously beautiful SoCal morning, back in April of 2020, I was out feeding…
You Can’t Argue with Success: Leadership Lessons from a Winner
How one football coach (go Black-and-Gold!) embodies consistently successful leadership From Michael J. Tomlinson (MT), CEO and President, BDI Read Time: 9 minutes As a Southern California native, some things,…
7 Email Marketing Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Improve your email marketing program by fixing these common mistakes. By Ashley Prior, BDI Digital Implementation Specialist I work on a lot of emails. Last year alone, the BDI Digital…
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