by admin | Aug 4, 2018 | Listening, Preperation, Uncategorized
We remember better the things that we say much better than the things that are said to us. Think about your most recent conversation. It’s likely that you have a better recall of the things that you said than the things that were said to you. As a major gifts... 
by admin | Jun 11, 2018 | Listening, Preperation, Uncategorized
You were excited to get the meeting. The donor you visited had been supporting the organization for a long time. You put together a compelling proposal. Sure, you were asking for more than the donor had ever given. But this gift would allow the organization... 
by admin | Jan 4, 2018 | Preperation
When I was starting out in my career as a fundraiser I attended a seminar with Jerry Panas. Jerry is an inspiration, and inspiring people are often associated with “big picture” ideas. At that seminar, though, Jerry shared something so incredibly basic and... 
by admin | Nov 17, 2017 | The Basics
I often ask organizations whether they have a stewardship process or a donation receipt procedure. There’s a big difference. Of course we must acknowledge the contributions of our supporters. We must send a gift receipt. We must say thank you. If you... 
by admin | Nov 3, 2014 | Preperation, The Basics
When I was starting out in my career as a fundraiser I attended a seminar with Jerry Panas. Jerry is an inspiration, and inspiring people are often associated with “big picture” ideas. At that seminar, though, Jerry shared something so incredibly basic and...