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 Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 14, 2023 | Caseload Management, Donor Capacity, Major Gift Portfolios, Strategic Plan, Wealth Data, Wealth Indicators | Caseloads, Fundraising, Giving, High Givers, Strategic Plans, Structure
Here are the problems you’ll encounter if you rely on donor capacity and wealth ratings as your primary method of building a portfolio.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 12, 2023 | Culture of Philanthropy, Fundraising, Giving | Culture of Philanthropy, Fundraising, Giving
When non-profit leadership has a negative attitude about fundraising, it is detrimental to the organization’s mission.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 24, 2023 | Donor Communication, Donor Motivation, Impact, Making a Difference, Philanthropy | Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Giving, Impact, Meaningful Connections, Mission, Motivation, Passions and Interests
No matter the organization, no matter the mission, donors everywhere share the same deepest longing. Its simplicity might surprise you.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 8, 2023 | Communication, Giving, major gifts, Stewardship, Strategic Plans, Success | Communication, Giving, Major Gift Officers, Relationships, Reporting Back, Stewardship, Strategic Plans
There are no shortcuts to a transformational gift. But, if you consistently take these two simple steps, you can experience amazing success.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jan 20, 2023 | Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Giving, Major Donors, Transformational Gifts | Donor-Centered, Giving, Major Donors, Major Gifts, Transformational Gift
In this Question of the Month video, Karen and Jeff address the key points that will impact your donor’s decision about making a large gift.