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 | Aug 15, 2023 | Podcast, Uncategorized
Clark goes through a long list — a quiver of ways — to thank and steward your donors. This is not an exhaustive list, but here are some ideas to get you thinking about how to creatively thank your donors. What would you add to the list? Email Clark at...
by Monica Vandeventer | Aug 10, 2023 | Podcast, Uncategorized
Why do we love our donors? Is it because if they feel like we love them, they'll give more money? Or, is it because we actually love them? Major Gifts Fundraiser on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majorgiftsfundraiser/ Major Gifts Fundraiser on Facebook:...
by Monica Vandeventer | Jul 19, 2023 | Podcast, Uncategorized
In this episode of the podcast Clark talks about the book From Strength to Strength by Arthur C. Brooks. Have you ever felt burnt out as a fundraiser? It's one thing to be tired. It's another thing to be exhausted — to feel like you can't do this...
by Monica Vandeventer | Jun 26, 2023 | Podcast, Uncategorized
11:22 – “If you have a donor who you think could give a million dollars, don't spend two years cultivating them for a million dollar gift.” In this episode, Clark Vandeventer emphasizes the importance of balancing relationship-building and...
by Monica Vandeventer | Jun 15, 2023 | Podcast, Uncategorized
In general, fundraisers spend too much time thinking about their pitch. Listen the gift. But still, there comes a point when it's time to make your pitch. In this episode, Clark shares 13 tips to keep in mind when making your pitch. You can email Clark for a copy...
