Insights

Filter

Latest blog posts

  • Content Types

  • Categories

  • Reset
“Enough. Enough already!” said the capital campaign donor when the performing arts center came back for the third campaign in less than five years.
August 17, 2012
Stewardship is the “careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care,” according to Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary. For purposes of this article, I am referring to the responsible “care” of the people who make planned gifts, rather than the gifts themselves. Planned giving donors, perhaps even more than donors of other types of gifts,
August 6, 2012
Planned giving often involves a reciprocal exchange relationship in which donors have certain expectations of the organizations they support. Planned gift donors have made investments in the long-term viability and growth of organizations that they value. They have entrusted their philanthropic aspirations into the care and custody of specific charitable organizations.
August 6, 2012
When donor recognition is considered, development professionals often think in terms of published donor lists, walls of honor in lobbies, and plaques for the donors’ offices. Yet the most appreciated ways to honor donors are often simple and personal benefits, customized to the donor’s needs and interests.
August 6, 2012
Have you ever felt that a prospective donor was so different from you that you had no idea how to make a connection? Have you walked up to the front door of a donor’s home scared that the two of you have nothing in common? I certainly have.
August 6, 2012
August 6, 2012
The primary goals of marketing efforts are to inform people about the gift annuity program and to generate inquiries from motivated prospects. Do not attempt to explain details — that is for face-to-face meetings. Your organization’s mission and charitable work are the foundation of its marketing efforts. Gift annuity donors are motivated by both the
August 6, 2012

Email Signup

We take your privacy seriously. We do not sell or share your data. We use it to enhance your experience with our site and to analyze the performance of our marketing efforts. To learn more read our privacy policy.