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We all have a desire to connect with others. Yet, we’re afraid to. As small children, we felt free to be our true selves. Then, something happened. Bullying, shaming, abandonment, or tragedy happens,...
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If your work as a fundraiser is to help a donor experience the most possible joy through their giving by enabling them to give to projects and programs that will help change the world, then it should...
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When you think about “donor service,” what does that look like, for you and for your organization? I’ve talked with countless fundraisers and non-profit leaders who don’t see the value of exceptional...
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What does a frontline fundraiser need to be successful, besides qualified donors and something to present to donors that matches their passions and interests?
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The purpose of fundraising seems to be what the word says: FUND raising. That seems self-explanatory. Fundraisers raise the funds. Or more basically – get the money.
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Why does your donor love your organization so much? Have you sat down with your donor and really listened to their answer? If they said something like, “well, I just think you do a great job,” did...
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This is part-one of a two-part blog series on “Ending the Year Strong.”
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It’s a major dilemma. You’ve invited some outstanding community members, thought leaders, and friends to be on your board. You thought it would go well and it hasn’t. The board, simply, is not...
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Today, I’m really excited to begin a series of six blogs that will introduce a new asking model that Veritus has created. It’s called Permission-Based AskingTM. Jeff and I have a ton of energy about...
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Maybe you’ve heard that old adage: information tells, emotion sells. I suggest you print that out and put it in front of you when you’re writing, so that you make sure you start with emotion and then...
