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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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About BDI

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Resource Hub

Actionable tips and insights from leaders in fundraising.

Looking Forward in Philanthropy: A SWOT Provides Clues for What to Expect in 2022

Michael J. Tomlinson

Hereā€™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 Americaā€™s most…

QUICK SHOT: 5 Secrets to Supercharge Your Sustainer Program

Matthew Rayburn

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.…

Episode 12. Digital Marketing Tests to Strengthen Your Fundraising

Katrina Williams

A step-by-step guide to refine your strategies through testing Are you looking for new fundraising strategies that can increase revenue and response? See how digital marketing testing can help! BDI…

Unlocking Earning Potential Through Collaboration

How one nonprofitā€™s partnership with BDI resulted in 76% increase in YOY donations The Challenge Innovative nonprofit organizations want to be on the cutting-edge of the latest digital fundraising practices.…

QUICK SHOT: Stop the Cycle of Underfunding

Anna Wooton

Understanding and preventing the overhead starvation cycle When it comes to maintaining operations, many nonprofits encounter a common challenge called the ā€œoverhead starvation cycle.ā€ In order to run your organization…

QUICK SHOT: 4 Tips for Optimizing Your Direct Mail Acquisition

Tiffany Quast

And what your data can tell you NERD ALERT!   Itā€™s true, I have a T-shirt that says, ā€œI 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

Katrina Williams

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 BDIā€™s Marketing Team are here…

Employee Spotlight: Meet BDI Data Specialist Angel Jimenez

ā€œI walk away at the end of the day feeling like Iā€™ve done something very good.ā€ Eight hours or more a dayā€¦ five days or more a weekā€¦ youā€™ll find…

The Decline of the Tithe & Individual Giving: A Call to Action for Nonprofit Organizations

Michael J. Tomlinson

Understanding & addressing challenges facing faith-based charities From Michael J. Tomlinson (ā€œMTā€), CEO and President, BDI The last thing I ever want is to become known as a prophet of…

Partnerships

BDI is proud to be a long-standing member of the Citygate Network and represent the interests of our client partners at Citygateā€™s annual and district conference.

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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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Partnerships

BDI staff continuously deepen their fundraising knowledge and hone their expertise at the Association of Fundraising Professionalsā€™ annual conferences and events.

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Partnerships

BDIā€™s 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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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.

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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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Partnerships

To support our work with faith-driven organizations, BDI attends Christian Leadership Allianceā€™s annual conference.

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As part of DMAWā€™s direct response fundraising and marketing community, BDI regularly sends our staff to attend their conferences and other continued learning opportunities.

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