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The Danger of Becoming Your Donor’s Friend

The Danger of Becoming Your Donor’s Friend

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 24, 2023 | Connection, donor friendship, Intimacy, Setting Boundaries | Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, Relationships

Creating meaningful familiarity with your donor without becoming your donor’s friend can be challenging. Here are some ideas on how to do it.

Be Human

Be Human

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 15, 2020 | Connection, Vulnerability | Communication, Donor Visits

This is a great time to make deep connections with your donors – if you’re willing to be appropriately vulnerable.

Summertime Lesson #5: Get Deep with Some Donors. Do Something Crazy!

Summertime Lesson #5: Get Deep with Some Donors. Do Something Crazy!

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 12, 2019 | Connection, Cultivation | Relationships, Touch Points

Quality time with your donors now will pay huge dividends with them later when they are ready to make an investment in your organization.

7 Ways to Give Your Donors an Amazing Experience

7 Ways to Give Your Donors an Amazing Experience

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 25, 2016 | Authenticity, Connection, Customer Service, Donor Trips, emotion | Donor-Centered, Moves Management, Relationships, Stewardship, Uncategorized

Give your major donors an experience they will not forget when they think about your non-profit. Here are some ideas for you to do just that…

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