by Guest Contributor | Sep 23, 2024 | Donor Communication, Donor strategy, Preparation | Fundraising, Major Gift Officers, Non-Profits, Planning, Strategy
I know there are people who relish the summer. Loading it with expectations of all manner of possibilities. They get a sinking feeling as sunsets start earlier in the evening and the air begins to turn crisp. But not me. I do love the warmth and the sunshine and the...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 6, 2018 | Communication, Preparation, Vacation | Evaluation, Strategic Plans, Thanking
For major gift fundraisers, traditionally the month of August was always a time to relax a bit. Not anymore! While you do need to take some time to rest, Richard and I believe it’s one of the more crucial months for your work. Why? Because while many of your donors...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 20, 2015 | donor calls, Practice, Preparation | Donor Visits, Moves Management, Relationships, Stewardship, Uncategorized
You’re getting ready to make a call to a donor and your mind freezes. How should you approach it? What should you say? What if there’s trouble? These are just a few of the questions and concerns every MGO has when preparing to make a call to a donor. Jeff and I and...
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Feb 25, 2015 | Fear, Preparation, Solicitation | Donor Visits, Donor-Centered, Major Gifts, Uncategorized
I’ve known MGOs that are really good at moves management; they steward donors well, and they’re all over the details with the database… but they’re just plain stymied when it comes to soliciting a donor for their programs. In fact, when Richard and I first started...