The Anatomy of a Major-Gifts Ask

In “The Art, the Heart, the Ask and the Attitude,” F. Duke Haddad, vice president for development at the Children’s Medical Center of Dayton, explains how major gifts come a little easier when all of the elements are in sync.

In our October cover story, “Something to Smile About,” FS Associate Senior Editor Melissa Busch explores how Operation Smile utilizes a holistic, fully integrated approach to fundraising to offset some of the challenges inherent in funding a nonprofit mission.

Plus, cartoonist and creative consultant Stu Heinecke talks about how a well-executed cartoon can intrigue potential donors right into your direct-mail package in his feature, “Drawing Attention to Your Cause.”