by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 21, 2015 | Donors, Joy, Storytelling | Impact, Major Gifts, Philanthropy, Uncategorized
Today, think about all the stories your organization has to tell. Then think about how to bring your donors to that story so that it will break their hearts. You will be doing those donors a huge favor by helping them change their lives through their giving.
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Nov 17, 2014 | Fulfillment, Holidays, Joy | Fundraising, Major Gift Officers, Stress, Uncategorized
Just about every day, I’m in the presence of a major gift officer or I’m talking to one on the phone. Because of that, I feel the pulse of what is going on with MGOs most of the time. Right now, I think you are probably pretty stressed. Like everyone in fundraising, a...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Sep 17, 2014 | Culture of Philanthropy, Joy, Passion | Giving, Leadership, Philanthropy, Uncategorized
Richard and I travel around the country constantly, talking to executives and front-line folks working in non-profits and major gift programs. We have become absolutely convinced that, unless non-profits radically change their approach with donors and adopt a true...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 19, 2014 | Development, Fulfillment, Joy | Development Directors, Fundraising, Major Gift Officers, Uncategorized
I believe that one of the greatest things about being a fundraiser is that by its very nature, it’s a “YES” profession. What I mean by that is, as fundraisers, our job is to say “yes” and get others to say “yes” as much as possible. Think about it. Your whole job is...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 3, 2014 | Joy, Love, Passion | Major Gift Officers, Philanthropy, Uncategorized
I hope this six-part series on understanding the traits of magnificent MGOs has been helpful and inspiring for you as you go about your daily work. Obviously, there are many more traits than these, and if you read some of our previous blog posts you’ll see that...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Feb 21, 2014 | Customer Service, Joy, Passion | Major Gift Officers, Major Gifts, Non-Profits, Uncategorized
It’s a thing of beauty to sit across the table from great MGOs who are telling stories about their donors. They have such passion and energy. Many times the hair on the back of my neck stands up when I’ve been in the room with an MGO who is speaking about an...