by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Feb 13, 2023 | Fundraising, Major Gift Fundraising, Major Gift Programs, Non-Profit Leadership | Fundraising, Leadership, Major Gift Officers, Major Gifts, Management, Non-Profits
For over a decade now, Richard and I (and now folks on our staff) have been writing our Passionate Giving Blog. Our very first blog post was titled “10 Reasons Most Major Gift Programs Suck.” (A lot of people got offended by the word “suck”… but it did provoke...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jan 4, 2023 | DEI, Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Leaders, Non-Profit Leadership | Culture of Philanthropy, Executive Directors, Fundraising, Leadership, Non-Profits
It’s a new year, which means new energy and new life… let’s encourage each other to keep moving forward so we’re always getting better and more enlightened about our work. What do you say? I’d love for you to start out 2023 with a renewed sense of hope about what you...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Dec 16, 2022 | Fundraisers, Fundraising, Professional Development | Fundraising, Professional Development, The Veritus Way
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: December is a busy time to be a fundraiser. You’re probably very ready for some time off soon! We hope you’re looking forward to celebrating the holidays with friends and family. When you get some...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 2, 2022 | Economic Recession, Fundraising, Planning | Economics, Fundraising, Giving, Planning
We are often asked about the state of major gift fundraising during difficult economic times. Fundraisers often wonder, will people give less? Should they budget less? Or move into stewardship mode with donors, versus asking them for gifts? How should fundraisers...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Oct 17, 2022 | Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Planning | Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Planning
Looking for inspiration to help you plan for the year-end fundraising season? You’re in the right place! Since we’re privileged to work with so many different non-profit organizations, we have a bird’s-eye view of the latest fundraising trends and themes. From...