by Sarah | Apr 7, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
Oh hi, there. I’ve found that using the word “budget” is a sure-fire way to have everyone run for the hills. So, while I share some of our favorite templates that make budgeting easier today, I’ll also share pictures of beautiful travel destinations to soften the...
by Sarah | Mar 3, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When we first begin working with clients, many of them are struggling to understand why their grants haven’t been successful. All of our clients are creatives, many of whom write creatively, and so the confusion is compounded: why is my writing effective as a...
by Sarah | Feb 3, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When I’m speaking with new clients, I try to rid myself of some of the jargon and shorthand we use in fundraising. Even so, I am a mere mortal nonprofit fundraiser, and so some always sneak through. One word is “funder.” Whenever I begin to talk about foundations,...
by Sarah | Jan 6, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When you are applying for grants, it can feel a bit like you’re trying to solve a mysterious puzzle without knowing what the final image is supposed to be. Many writers begin to make some false assumptions as they stumble through the dark. Advice & Experience from...
by Sarah | Dec 15, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
I am so excited to finally share with you all the new Benvenuti Arts Membership Program! We created this program out of the many conversations I’ve had with independent artists and small companies in the last year. For many, there is a need for assistance with...
by Sarah | Dec 2, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
While we’re all feeling festive and enjoying the holiday season, I’m here to remind you that the second-most wonderful time of year is right around the corner for those of you in New York City: Government Grant Season (GGS)! *deep breaths* But seriously, in this wild...
by Sarah | Nov 4, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
Previously on the BA blog, you heard about how we work remotely to bring you the best arts nonprofit solutions we can offer. Now, meet the team behind the screen! Sarah Benvenuti A Little About Me: Oh hi there! I’m Sarah, the founder of Benvenuti Arts. While I...
by Sarah | Oct 7, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
I know you’ve just started slipping into those cozy fall sweaters, drinking your first pumpkin spice lattes of the season, but I’m here to sound the alarm: HOLIDAY FUNDRAISING SEASON IS COMING. This time of year always moves quickly, and between COVID-related madness...
by Sarah | Sep 2, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
We’re launching this blog in the midst of a massive change to how many of us do business because of COVID-19. A year ago, many of us in the performing arts would not have imagined most of our staff working remotely, let alone creating and performing remotely. While...
by Sarah | Aug 24, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
Benvenuti – Italian, meaning Welcome! Our Why I know what you’re thinking: why do we need another navel-gazing arts administration blog? And I agree! When I started Benvenuti Arts, my goal was to provide practical, useful assistance to the small...
