How to Do It All
“My number one problem is that I want to focus on major gifts and I know it’s so important, but I have so many other responsibilities I can’t give it the time it deserves for me to be successful.” A struggling director of development said this to me in a recent forum...
Those Awful Events…
For many non-profits, I think that using events to raise money is like crack cocaine. Once they start they can’t get enough, and they become highly addicted. And if the non-profit wants to stop, they can’t – because the infrastructure and revenue expectations are so...How to Get Donors to Fund General Operations
Do you know everything your organization does and how much it costs? Do you have a file folder, either virtual or actual, full of projects and programs at different dollar levels to match up with each of your donors’ passions and interests? When I ask MGOs that...
It Starts With You
When you woke up this morning, were you excited about starting the day and working with donors? Do you have a sense of purpose and mission? Are you fulfilled and have passion for what you do? Do you have many moments of joy? Are you given praise from your colleagues...TOP RATED PODCAST
Twice monthly, Richard and Jeff address current topics and classic problems in major gift fundraising.
