Statistics and Damn Lies (and Your Case Statement)
Even 19th-century British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli had something to say on the subject. “There are three kinds of lies,” he said. “There are lies, damned lies, and statistics.”
Recognition and Praise of Your Donors and Staff
It was our firms great joy and privilege to get to know Mary Kay Ash quite well. She was chair (and a major donor) in one of our campaigns. You likely recognize her best of all as founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics. It was her belief that there are two things people want most in […]
When I Joined the Board, I Was Told I Wouldn’t Have to Ask for Gifts
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
I Personally Can’t Give the Level of Gift I’m Being Asked for, so How Could I Ask Someone Else to Give?
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
Basically, I’m a Shy Person
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
I’m Not Really Sure I’m Totally Committed to the Organization
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
I Wasn’t Recruited to the Board to Raise Money
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
I’m Simply Too Busy to Do This
It’s absolutely amazing what you don’t raise when you don’t ask. Board members cannot abdicate their responsibility for raising funds. No Money, No Mission. In every organization, it requires philanthropy to meet its mission.
Objections Are Your Best Friends
Although at the time, you may not think so. But if you know the objection, you can respond. You are one step closer to getting the gift.
How Much Should You Ask For?
How much should you ask for? You can ask for too much. But, wait a moment— you can also ask for too little.