Blue13 Dance Company

Join us for an insightful conversation between Cecelia Poplin and Matthew Cook, Executive Director of Blue13 Dance Company, as they explore Matthew’s journey in fundraising and how he has leveraged DonorSearch to drive success in two unique arts organizations.

Matthew shares his experience transitioning from the Pacific Opera Project to Blue13, highlighting the challenges of building a philanthropic base from scratch. He recounts how DonorSearch helped him identify potential donors through its innovative MLR scoring system, enabling him to make impactful asks that raised over $100,000 for the opera company’s first building lease.

As Matthew embarks on his new role, he emphasizes the importance of using DonorSearch to uncover art supporters in the local community and streamline outreach efforts with targeted campaigns. He praises the software for its intuitive design and the exceptional support he receives from the DonorSearch team, noting how they have helped him strategize effectively in a competitive fundraising landscape.

Tune in to discover how Matthew plans to utilize DonorSearch for grant prospecting and his excitement about the tool’s potential to transform Blue13’s fundraising efforts. This video offers valuable insights for nonprofit leaders and fundraisers looking to maximize their impact and build lasting relationships with their supporters!