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What Should My Focus Be as I Build Relationships with My Donors?

What Should My Focus Be as I Build Relationships with My Donors?

by Karen Kendrick | May 3, 2023 | Communication Preference, Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Relationship Building, Stewardship | Communication, Donor-Centered, Meaningful Connections, Passions and Interests, Relationships, Reporting Back, Stewardship

The key to your success is to focus on building an authentic relationship of trust and partnership with each of your donors.

How to Face Your Fears About Cold Calling a Donor

How to Face Your Fears About Cold Calling a Donor

by Karen Kendrick | Apr 7, 2023 | Cold Call, Donor Communication, Fear, Relationship Building, Risk-Taking | Communication, Donor Conversation, Professional Development, Stress

If the idea of cold calling a donor has you feeling stuck, take a moment to ask yourself these questions. You’ll be confidently moving forward in no time.

Being a Frontline Fundraiser is NOT a 9 to 5 Job!

Being a Frontline Fundraiser is NOT a 9 to 5 Job!

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 17, 2023 | Cultivation, Major Gift Officers, Relationship Building, Scheduling, Work Life Balance | Jobs, Major Gift Officers, Management, MGO Characteristics, Performance, Self-care

A two-part series for frontline fundraisers and their managers.

No Trust, No Relationship, No Money: On Self-Trust (Part 1 of 4)

No Trust, No Relationship, No Money: On Self-Trust (Part 1 of 4)

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Sep 28, 2022 | Fundraisers, Fundraising, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Trust | Donor-Centered, Personal Development, Professional Development

Before you can begin building trust with donors, you need to have confidence in your own integrity and intent.

Question of the Month: Do you really know the driver behind your donor’s passions and interests?

Question of the Month: Do you really know the driver behind your donor’s passions and interests?

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jul 29, 2022 | Conversations, Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Passions and Interests, Relationship Building | Donor Conversation, Donor-Centered, Passions and Interests

In this Question of the Month video, Richard and Jeff share what it means to learn the driver behind your donor’s passions and interests.

Veritus Client Corner: From lobbyist to major gifts officer

Veritus Client Corner: From lobbyist to major gifts officer

by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Jun 8, 2022 | Asking, Donor Relations, Major Gift Officers, Relationship Building | Asking, Major Gift Officers, Major Gifts, Relationships

Client Corner featuring MGO Susan Nahvi. Susan shares how the Veritus process has boosted her relationship-building approach.

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