How to spot major donor prospects
You may have the seeds of some exciting future major gifts right there on last year’s donor list!
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Making legacy gifts brings joy to "very much alive" donors
Being able to see progress towards the realization of their fondest hopes for an organization or issue they’ve cared about intensely is not something most people want to miss. And yet many donors miss it through delaying their most personally rewarding gifts until after they’re gone.
Read MoreWhat motivates donors to give?
When it comes to successful fundraising, donor motivation is at the heart of the matter.
Read MoreKeeping Your Own Spirits Up as a Fund Raiser
The past 2-3 years in the pandemic (seems longer, doesn't it?) have affected many of us to be more discouraged and in some cases, even depressed. And there are good reasons for that. Here are some thoughts about how to monitor and improve your own emotional state, knowing that it affects your work as a fund raiser - either vounteer or professional.
Read MoreRaising Major Gifts with "Major Purpose"
Maybe the reason your group doesn't get major gifts is that your donors don't see that they are needed. This article helps you think about how you can develop transformative and mission-centric giving initiatives that your donors will be excited about funding.
Read MoreWhen the donor preempts your ask
You start the meeting and your donor immediately says they are making a gift much lower than you know they can give. How you respond can make the difference between receiving a gift that's 90% below your plan and a gift that either meets your plan or gets much closer.
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