by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 23, 2016 | Mega Donors, Perseverance, Research | Goal-setting, Major Gifts, Relationships, Stewardship, Strategic Plans, Uncategorized
It’s gnawing at you. You know that there are a few donors on your caseload that, given the right relationship and an amazing offer, would have the ability to give a six- or seven-figure gift to your organization. However, you may be ignoring them a bit because you are...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 20, 2016 | grace, mistakes, Passion | Major Gifts, Management, Philanthropy, Uncategorized
Making a mistake is one of the best things you can do. Did I just say that? Yes. And I mean it. In my last post I talked about how we all need to own up to our mistakes and how donors will appreciate it when you do. Today, I want to urge you not to be afraid to make...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 18, 2016 | Ethics, Trust, Truth | Leadership, Major Gifts, Relationships
Do you remember when you were a kid and you knew you did something wrong, but you covered it up so your parents wouldn’t know it was you? It kinda worked for a little while, but eventually your parents found out, and it seemed much worse that you hid the fact you did...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 16, 2016 | Return on Investment | Caseloads, Major Gifts, Management, Philanthropy, Uncategorized
Letting go… it’s not always easy, is it? Anyone who has had to take her child to college or end a relationship knows that saying goodbye is never easy. It’s also not easy for you as a major gift officer when a donor whom you have been stewarding and cultivating over...