by Richard Perry | Apr 1, 2024 | Curiosity, Donor Communication, Donor Motivation, Passions and Interests, Story | Communication, Cultivation, Curiousity, Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, Motivation, Passions and Interests
Many frontline fundraisers do not think about the donor’s story as they are creating and executing their plan with that donor. That’s usually because the pressure to secure the donation has clouded the relationship. Rest assured – this is a normal situation to be in....
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Mar 18, 2022 | Donor management, significance, Story | Major Donors, Passions and Interests, Philanthropy
I was sent away to a boarding school in another country when I was six years old. Except for two years, all of my school and college experience was in boarding schools away from home. I rarely saw my parents during all those years. In fact, I never really knew them....
by Richard Perry and Jeff Schreifels | Aug 21, 2017 | Joy, Story | Fundraising, Passions and Interests, Storytelling
Storytelling. It’s now part of our fundraising lexicon. There is a major annual conference on storytelling in fundraising; this year it’s in San Diego. As a major gift fundraiser, you are expected to tell your organization’s story and to know your donor’s story. All...