Major Gifts

Almost every day, I am kindly interrupting a conversation and asking: “What’s the problem?”

At almost every junction on the road of your life, both personal and professional, you have a decision to make.

It’s quite common for an organization that raises $1 million for operating support each year to set a campaign goal of $10 million +.

We are constantly asking directors of development to encourage and thank their major gift officers.

The relationship started like any other. The donor wanted to give to a specific program. The organization was very happy to help her.

People love a good deal. This is also true for donors.

I was at a conference and was asked the question: “What do you think about the trend to blend planned giving and major giving jobs?”

When organizations start to segment their year-end appeal letters, they often start with segmenting out active and inactive donors.

Donor assets are like pure gold for an organization. If you were to place a value on each one, the resulting number would shock you.

When you immerse yourself into the fundraising world, you play many roles.