Tips for gift officers: lean into the breakup
We recently sat down with Anne Murphy at the Oregon State University Foundation about 100% portfolio coverage: why it’s elusive, why it matters, and how
Create Experiences that Deepen Connections with Donors
Are people ecstatic about giving to your institution? It might seem like a silly question at first blush… but…is it though? We probably don’t think
The Giving Funnel: The Best Way to Establish a Real Connection With Your Donors
We talk to fundraisers across the country every day. We talk about what’s working. What tools, methods and approaches are critical to their day to
What Can You Do For Your Donor: Episode of the RAISE Podcast
Episode 6: What Can You Do For Your Donor? Subscribe: iTunes/Stitcher/Spotify Old friends are great. Especially when they’re as smart as Elizabeth Breidinger. Brent and
The Illusion of Local
Strategy updates, staging changes, and solicitation scheduling: it’s beginning to look a lot like work plan season. As the mercury rises in my climate control-less
Introducing TrueView by EverTrue: The Ultimate Donor Profile
Oh, it’s a beautiful day at EverTrue! TrueView insights are now available on all EverTrue profiles. We’re giving every fundraiser the complete picture — nay,
Say It With Us Now: Per-son-al-iz-a-tion
Personalization has been around forever. Just think about your social life. There’s a friend you’ll hike mountains with and another you’ll take on road trips
4 Fundraising Trends You (Yes You) Can Actually Accomplish in 2019
It’s a new year. And we can say it with confidence. But not because we rang it at some fancy party where we saw the
Alumni Identity: Data-driven Prospect Discovery Needs to Include Graduate Feelings of Connection
“Wealth screening is amazing at filling our donor pipeline!” – said no fundraiser ever. When it comes to prospect discovery and pipeline development, no one
How to Collect Donations Through AmazonSmile
Do you shop on Amazon? Check. Do you work at a 501(c)3 organization? Check. Do your constituents shop on Amazon? Check. Have you set up
Creative Ways to Get Major Donors Involved in Giving Challenges
Securing major gifts is all about matching engagement with interest. We want to get our top prospects plugged into what’s happening on campus and connect
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
