
In Fundraising, Vulnerability Is Your Greatest Strength
Vulnerability means showing up as your whole, real, authentic self. When you open up, it gives others permission to do the same.
Vulnerability means showing up as your whole, real, authentic self. When you open up, it gives others permission to do the same.
This is a great time to make deep connections with your donors – if you’re willing to be appropriately vulnerable.
When you’re feeling discouraged in your work, know that you’re not alone. You’ll get through it.
You can know a donor’s interests and passions as they relate to your organization, but unless you gain their trust and know all of who they are, it’s unlikely you’ll obtain a transformational gift.
Being real with yourself, your donors and your colleagues is an attribute of all great major gift fundraisers. Do some self-reflection. Can you be real?
Sometimes major gifts work can feel isolating. As a major gift officer, you need a safe space to be vulnerable and open up to others in difficult times.