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Question of the Month: What do major donors need to know in order to make a big gift?

Question of the Month: What do major donors need to know in order to make a big gift?

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.

The Sky Is Not Falling: A Look at the So-Called “Giving Crisis” in Philanthropy

The Sky Is Not Falling: A Look at the So-Called “Giving Crisis” in Philanthropy

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 5, 2022 | Economic downturn, Economics, Giving, Philanthropy | Economics, Giving, Passions and Interests, Philanthropy

Some believe that an economic downturn will lead to a giving crisis. But what’s the key driver of giving? Hint: it’s not the economy.

Inflation and a Troubled Economy Should Not Affect Giving

Inflation and a Troubled Economy Should Not Affect Giving

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | May 23, 2022 | Economic Recession, Giving, Passions and Interests | Fundraising, Giving, Passions and Interests

Donor giving trends can remain steady or even rise during times of economic uncertainty. It’s all about how you ask.

From the Front Lines: What Do You Do With an “In Memory Of” Major Gift?

From the Front Lines: What Do You Do With an “In Memory Of” Major Gift?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 23, 2021 | Giving, Giving Drivers, Passions and Interests | Major Gifts, Qualifying

Learn how to properly thank and cultivate an “in memory of” major gift.

You Can’t Have an Empty Store

You Can’t Have an Empty Store

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 13, 2021 | Fundraising Offers, Giving, Reasons for Giving | Donor Offers

You can’t expect your donors to give if you don’t have anything to “sell.”

Direct Response and Major Gifts – Does It Work?

Direct Response and Major Gifts – Does It Work?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Apr 7, 2021 | appeals, Direct Mail, Giving | Communication, Direct Response, Donor-Centered

Over time, as the relationship builds, the communication strategy with a major donor migrates or skews toward personal solicitation vs. mail or email.

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