The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide

“The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide is a groundbreaking book. While many books have been written about servant-leadership in recent years, this is the first one written specifically for nonprofit professionals, and it is outstanding in all respects. Through his analysis of servant-leadership characteristics including listening, empathy, building a sense of community, and others, Evan Wildstein offers many compelling and practical tips for fundraisers, executives, board members, and others associated with non-profit organizations. This will be a must-have book for years to come.”


—Larry C. Spears, president and CEO, The Spears Center for Servant-Leadership





“The Nonprofiteer’s Fundraising Field Guide is a modern manifesto for the fundraiser ready to step into more alignment in their values, leadership, and impactful work. With his signature smart and witty guidance, Evan Wildstein unpacks ten principles of servant-leadership that leads to more connection, more community, and (of course!) more fundraising success too. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just getting started, keep this guide within an arm’s reach to grab a boost of confidence and the encouragement to keep going.”


—Jon McCoy, co-founder and CEO, We Are for Good





“Evan Wildstein succinctly distills what it means to be an authentic servant leader in philanthropy in this refreshing new resource for the social sector. If you are feeling stuck and seeking direction in your nonprofit career, let this be the map that guides you out of the woods and towards fundraising success.”


—Ryan Ginard, author of Future Philanthropy





“Evan Wildstein has written an inspiring and tactical book on how to become the sensitive, connected, and enlightened fundraisers we all strive to be. With actionable advice and real-life examples, this book should be on every leader’s desk. If we know better, we do better, and Evan has provided a roadmap.”


—Rhea Wong, author of Get That Money, Honey!