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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.

Donor Decreases Giving – What Do You Say?

Donor Decreases Giving – What Do You Say?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Feb 1, 2021 | Giving | Communication, Donor-Centered, Value Attrition

A change in behavior in the donor is a chance for you to (a) truly care and serve the donor, and (b) to correct offensive or disturbing behavior.

Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising: #1 – Reciprocation

Six Principles of Influence for Fundraising: #1 – Reciprocation

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 22, 2020 | Giving, Personalization, Reciprocation | Donor-Centered, Major Gifts, Moves Management

Reciprocation: when a person does something first, others are more inclined to do something in return.

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