by Karen Kendrick | Sep 18, 2023 | Dreaming with Donors, Making a Difference, Strategic Plan, Transformational Gifts | Planning, Relationships, Strategic Plans, Transformational Gift
A transformational donor plan allows you to take time to see the donor, dream big with them, and take the journey together as partners.
by Karen Kendrick | Aug 14, 2023 | Donor Communication, Donor Conversations, Donor meetings, Donor Relations, Donor visits, Impact Reporting, Meetings | Communication, Donor Conversation, Donor Visits, Meaningful Connections, Relationships, Reporting Back, Structure
If you’re wondering how to have better donor meetings, a tool like the Donor Performance Report might be just what you need.
by Karen Kendrick | Jun 23, 2023 | Donor Conversations, Permission-Based Asking, Transformational Gifts | Asking, Communication, Donor Conversation, Permission-Based Asking, Transformational Gift
Now that you’re thinking differently about what it means to ask for significant gifts, here’s how to approach asking in a soul-fulfilling way.
by Karen Kendrick | Jun 21, 2023 | Asking, Assumptions, Blocks to Progress | Asking, Giving, Major Gift Officers
Every time you avoid asking for an increase in giving, you are withholding an opportunity for your donors to increase their joy and impact.
by Karen Kendrick | Jun 7, 2023 | Personal Development, Self-care, Stress, Work Life Balance | Overworked, Personal Development, Self-care, Stress
Work-life balance is not something you either have or don’t have. It is a moving target that changes as your needs change.
by Karen Kendrick | May 22, 2023 | Alignment, Management, Non-Profit Leadership, Questions, Teamwork | Leadership, Management, Professional Development
Experience the transformative power of inquiry by asking your team an intentional leadership question. Here are five to get you started.
by Karen Kendrick | May 3, 2023 | Communication Preference, Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Relationship Building, Stewardship | Communication, Donor-Centered, Meaningful Connections, Passions and Interests, Relationships, Reporting Back, Stewardship
The key to your success is to focus on building an authentic relationship of trust and partnership with each of your donors.
by Karen Kendrick | Apr 7, 2023 | Cold Call, Donor Communication, Fear, Relationship Building, Risk-Taking | Communication, Donor Conversation, Professional Development, Stress
If the idea of cold calling a donor has you feeling stuck, take a moment to ask yourself these questions. You’ll be confidently moving forward in no time.
by Karen Kendrick | Mar 6, 2023 | Donor Communication, Giving, Joy, Meaningful Connection, Relationships | Communication, Donor Conversation, Donor Retention, Meaningful Connections, Personal Development, Professional Development, Relationships, The Veritus Way
Being a donor is a joyful way to discover the insight you need to build meaningful relationships with your donors and inspire more giving.
by Karen Kendrick | Feb 24, 2023 | Passions and Interests, Personal Development, Relationships | Curiousity, Meaningful Connections, Passions and Interests, Personal Development, Relationships
To have effective donor conversations and build authentic donor relationships, you first need to understand your own passions and interests.