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How to Stay Calm When Donors Get Anxious or Demanding in Tough Economic Times

How to Stay Calm When Donors Get Anxious or Demanding in Tough Economic Times

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 7, 2022 | Economic downturn, Economic Recession | Donor-Centered, Economics, Fundraising, Major Donors

In times of economic uncertainty, donors become more discerning and careful with their giving. Here’s what fundraisers need to know.

Question of the Month: What does it really mean when a donor says “no” to your request for a gift?

Question of the Month: What does it really mean when a donor says “no” to your request for a gift?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 26, 2022 | Asking, Donor Relations, Permission | Asking, Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Permission-Based Asking

It can be discouraging when a donor says no to your request for a gift. But it’s an opportunity to deepen your relationship with the donor.

Why Being a Frontline Fundraiser is NOT Just a Career

Why Being a Frontline Fundraiser is NOT Just a Career

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 24, 2022 | Careers, Donor Service, Frontline Fundraiser | Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Giving

When you’re a frontline fundraiser, your job becomes more than just a career as you help your donors make an impact on the world.

Tips to Better Serve Your Donors [Podcast Episode]

Tips to Better Serve Your Donors [Podcast Episode]

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 17, 2022 | Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Planning | Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Planning

In this podcast episode, we’ll share fundraising tips for year-end, along with the trends we’re seeing with our clients this season.

Your Reputation Matters: Restoring Donors’ Trust in Your Organization (Part 4 of 4)

Your Reputation Matters: Restoring Donors’ Trust in Your Organization (Part 4 of 4)

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 5, 2022 | Donor Relations, Personal Development, Relationships, Trust | Donor-Centered, MGO Characteristics, MGOs, Personal Development

In major gifts, reputation is very important. Here’s how MGOs build that trust, and what to do when a donors’ hard-earned trust is lost.

What Being Thrown Under the Bus Taught Me About Trust in Donor Relationships (Part 3 of 4)

What Being Thrown Under the Bus Taught Me About Trust in Donor Relationships (Part 3 of 4)

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 3, 2022 | Donor Relations, Personal Development, Trust | Accountability, Donor-Centered, Personal Development, Professional Development

To build trust in your donor relationships, you need to demonstrate that you’re trustworthy. Here are thirteen behaviors of relational trust.

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