by Richard Perry | Dec 4, 2023 | Back to Basics, Blocks to Progress, Bold Asks, Donor Communication, Thanking | Communication, Donor-Centered, Fundraising, Thanking, The Veritus Way
It must be embedded in the nature of human beings that we get bored with the basic, the tried and true, the regular thing – that we always are drawn to the shiny object that catches our eye and makes an immediate impression on all those around us. What is it that...
by Jeff Schreifels | Oct 11, 2023 | Donor Communication, Meaningful Connections, The Veritus Way | Donor Conversation, Meaningful Connections, The Veritus Way
I was talking to a major gift officer the other day who was telling me how taking our fundraising courses has changed her career and made a huge impact on her organization. She shared all about how she’s implemented The Veritus Way into her work, and how hard,...
by Guest Contributor | Sep 13, 2023 | Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Email, introduction cycle, Job Transition, Letters, Roles and Responsibilities | Communication, Donor Conversation, Qualifying, Stewardship
Are you taking over a portfolio and aren’t quite sure how to introduce yourself to donors that were once being managed by another fundraiser? Or maybe you’re moving into a new role at an organization with a well-known CEO who carries a lot of sway with your donors? Or...
by Richard Perry | Sep 11, 2023 | Asking, Donor Communication, Donor Motivation, Giving Motivations | Asking, Communication, Giving
The main reason why it’s so difficult to talk about the problem that your non-profit is organized to address is that you would rather talk about yourself and all the good you’re doing. Now, hold on!! That’s not meant to be offensive. It’s meant to get your attention...
by Richard Perry | Aug 28, 2023 | Donor Attrition, Donor Communication, Donor Relations, Passions and Interests, Reporting Back | Communication, Donor Attrition, Donor Retention, Donor-Centered, Passions and Interests, Reporting Back
Everyone is wringing their hands over the drop in giving in 2022. “The Giving USA annual report on philanthropy showed that, in 2022, nonprofits raised $499.33 billion — a 3.4% year-over-year drop in current dollars and a 10.5% downturn when adjusted for inflation.”...