The Impossible Job of a Director of Development
We feel that part of our job with this blog is to critique, yet also to provide concrete ways for leaders and managers to support major gifts. Sometimes Richard and I can be a little harsh with you. I think that’s because our daily work is to come alongside mid, major...
Fundraiser… You Deserve This Day!
Today is Labor Day in the United States. It’s the unofficial end of summer, and a day to take a break and to rest and reflect on the work you’ve done this year. In fact, we hope you aren’t even reading this blog post today but are reading it on Tuesday morning....
Why YOU Should Be A Major Gift Officer
Are you new to the field of Major Gift Fundraising? Or have you been around the block a few times, and now you’re wondering if this is your life’s calling? You just finished one of the busiest fundraising seasons of the year – are you pumped up, or ready to quit? We...
Are You Killing Major Gifts With "Service"?
There are a lot of non-profits whose donor back-office services work really well. And then there are non-profits that, for any number of reasons, lack back-office staff. This might stem from a lack of funds but, more often, it springs from the mentality of an...TOP RATED PODCAST
Twice monthly, Richard and Jeff address current topics and classic problems in major gift fundraising.
