by Jeff Schreifels | Sep 6, 2023 | Culture of Philanthropy, Donors as Mission, Reporting Back, Thanking | Culture of Philanthropy, Donors as Mission, Stewardship
The moment you ask someone to fund your organization’s mission, they become part of that mission. Here’s what treating them as a true partner looks like.
by Jeff Schreifels | Aug 30, 2023 | Care, Customer Service, Donors as Mission | Donor-Centered, Donors as Mission, Major Gift Officers
Are you treating donors more like a nuisance than a part of your mission? As a major gift officer, you must care to serve your donors well.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Sep 16, 2022 | Donors as Mission, Fundraising, Impact Reporting | Communication, Fundraising, Mission
Talking about your mission with donors can sometimes feel challenging, especially if you’re an organization that provides indirect services. Do you know if you’re effectively communicating your mission and impact to your donors? It may seem pretty straightforward for...
by Jeff Schreifels | Sep 27, 2023 | Donors as Mission, Non-Profit Leadership, Organizationally centered | Donor-Centered, Donors as Mission, Focus, Leadership, Mission, Non-Profits
When non-profits understand that taking care of donors is part of their mission, they’ll be more successful in addressing the need.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 15, 2017 | Donors as Mission, Language, Mission | Communication, Donor-Centered, Philanthropy
Viewing donors as part of your organization’s mission means changing the language you use for them. This changes your mindset, which then changes your actions.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 12, 2017 | Culture of Philanthropy, Donors as Mission, Joy | Donor-Centered, Leadership, Mission
We see donors as mission and being “donor-centered” goes way beyond treating them well. Here are some ideas to adjust the way you think about them.