What I Wish I Knew When I Started My Fundraising Career
Walk down Charles Street in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill and you’ll find one of my all-time favorite hang-outs: The Sevens, a local pub blessed with a friendly cast of regulars and arguably the most eclectic jukebox in existence. Before marriage and children, I spent a great deal of time there, consuming pints of beer while […]
Doing Damage Control: How to Fix a Bad Situation With a Donor
A few years ago, a donor, whom I’ll refer to as “Lynne” for purposes of anonymity, complained to her close friend (a colleague of mine) that she hadn’t received a customary annual stewardship report on the endowed scholarship fund in memory of her late husband. Lynne was not one of my prospects, but I volunteered […]
What Fundraisers Can Learn From American Girl, Kindergarten, and Gangsta’ Rap
Meaningful experiences are a gateway for prospective donors to interact with and learn about your organization. They can help create the kinds of lasting relationships that are key to an organization’s sustained success, all while differentiating you from your competition. In today’s crowded philanthropic landscape, it’s more important than ever to look beyond the trends […]
What Fundraisers Can Learn From American Girl, Kindergarten, and Gangsta’ Rap
Meaningful experiences are a gateway for prospective donors to interact with and learn about your organization. They can help create the kinds of lasting relationships that are key to an organization’s sustained success, all while differentiating you from your competition. In today’s crowded philanthropic landscape, it’s more important than ever to look beyond the trends […]
Productivity Hacks for Gift Officers
Gift officers wrestle with productivity, time management, and maximizing their efficiencies. How can we get more out of our time-strapped days, and, most importantly, make the best use of time with prospective donors? Unfortunately, there are only 24 hours in day (and, no, cloning yourself isn’t a viable option yet). For far healthier alternatives, try the […]
Prospecting and Yoga Have More in Common Than You’d Think
Prospecting is like yoga—what works for some doesn’t always work for others. What’s important, though, is that you experiment with new tactics. This summer, as you embark on planning for the upcoming season, don’t stress about where to find the newest additions for your portfolio. Achieve inner peace by incorporating the following tips into your […]
Prospecting and Yoga Have More in Common Than You'd Think
Prospecting is like yoga—what works for some doesn’t always work for others. What’s important, though, is that you experiment with new tactics. This summer, as you embark on planning for the upcoming season, don’t stress about where to find the newest additions for your portfolio. Achieve inner peace by incorporating the following tips into your […]
