Listening
The most important communication skill of a fundraiser is that of listening. It is listening that truly inspires the gift.
You Must Ask
When we ask men and women why they haven’t given to the organization, the single, most often repeated answer is— they weren’t asked. At some point, you must ask for the gift.
Never Be Satisfied
The successful fundraiser is not easily satisfied. Only the very best will do.
Some Things I Have Learned in My Years of Fundraising
17 axioms you will want to know
How to Ask
I have seventeen guidelines for asking for a gift. You can pass these on to your board members and volunteers. If you can add anything I’ve missed, let me know. I’ll bet you ca
Are Feasibility Studies Necessary or a Waste of Money?
Andrea Kihlstedt is an author of note and a brilliant speaker. She knows a thing or two about our work. She wrote an article recently about feasibility studies. She asked the quest
We Want to Send You a Gift
Andrew Golden, the songwriter, wrote Thank You for Being a Friend. We thought about you.
Truth in Levity – Irrefutable Fundraising Verities
Some irrefutable fundraising verities that will help you get through the next fiscal period.
What’s Your Leadership Quotient?
Do you want to take a look at your skills as a leader? Do you dare!