by Adriana Sánchez | Apr 17, 2025 | Stuff Development Officers deal with, The Basics, Uncategorized
There’s a lot of advice out there about how to thank donors. Handwritten notes. Phone calls. Creative gestures. And while tactics matter, they are only as effective as the heart behind them. Because donor stewardship isn’t a checklist. It’s a mindset. We believe the...
by Adriana Sánchez | Apr 4, 2025 | Stuff Development Officers deal with, The Basics, Uncategorized
What Level Are You? A Guide to Advancing as a Fundraiser Are you a Peak Performance Fundraiser? In my experience, I’ve observed that there are lots of people who have a title like “Development Officer” or even “Development Director” or “Major Gifts Officer” and these...
by Monica Vandeventer | Aug 24, 2023 | Preperation, Stuff Development Officers deal with, The Basics, Uncategorized
Introduction Picture this: I am sitting in my front bench. The cool mountain air is crisp in my lungs. The sun is bright and I am excited. As I laced up my running shoes, I knew that the day held both a challenge and an opportunity for growth. Hey there, fellow...
by Monica Vandeventer | Jun 28, 2023 | The Basics
Introduction In the world of fundraising, captivating donors with a compelling story is paramount. This blog post explores the art of crafting a pitch that resonates with donors on a deeper level. From uncovering the profound WHY to simplifying your message, discover...
by admin | Nov 3, 2014 | Podcast, 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...
by admin | Feb 27, 2014 | Podcast, The Basics
What makes a great fundraiser? As a consultant with more than a decade of professional experience, more than a thousand donor meetings, and millions of dollars raised, I am often asked by non profit executives and board members, “what makes a great...
