Fundraisers Need Boundless Energy
To be successful in our work, it takes great energy. There must be vigor and vitality that is undeniable and indefatigable. The successful fundraisers seem to be able to endure a s
Decisions Determine Resources
For a truly effective board, resources don’t determine decisions. Decisions determine resources.
Finding Time Is Essential
There’s never enough time. Never! I know that to be true.
Abandon Yourself with Passion
Your fundraising experience ought to be a journey of action and adventure. Apathy is the deadly sin. To be successful in your work, you must abandon yourself to your passion.
Fervor and Dedication
Board members must bring fervor and dedication to their position. A board member with a passion is the difference between flying or just flapping your wings.
Brave the Unexplored
The board must be willing to brave the unexplored— to attempt the unthinkable. The challenge! You can never cross the ocean until you have the courage to lose sight of the shore.
Mission Deficit
It is the board’s responsibility to make certain there is not a deficit. And I don’t mean a financial deficit.
Great Fundraisers Understand This
To be a great fundraiser, you understand there is no goal you can’t achieve, no mountain you can’t climb. Nothing is a barrier or a problem. The great fundraisers understand th
Review Your Mission
Your mission is your most valuable asset. It needs to be brought out for display on a regular basis.
Make Them Believers
Donors will give to you only if they trust and have confidence in you. Make them believers.
