A Pickup Truck, a Horse, and Uncle Dan: A Lesson in Fearless Fundraising
My fun uncle passed away last week. Uncle Dan. And I need to tell you…
MajorGiftSolutionsJuly 19, 2025
Why Your Organization May Need an Ultrasound
I once got an ultrasound on my feet. I’d been having some foot pain, so…
MajorGiftSolutionsJuly 13, 2025
Why You Should Start with a Fundraising Feasibility Study
One of the most valuable—but often overlooked—steps in launching a fundraising campaign is the feasibility…
MajorGiftSolutionsJuly 11, 2025
Edmund Wasn’t the Problem: A Lesson in Leadership
I thought my Roomba Edmund was slacking off. Turns out, the poor guy was just…
MajorGiftSolutionsJune 10, 2025
The Art of Asking for a Pledge
One way to move donors down the donor pipeline is to speak with them about…
MajorGiftSolutionsJuly 19, 2022
Want to find major gift donors? Look at total giving – but with caution.
Total giving can be a sign of sustained support, and you may indeed find a…
MajorGiftSolutionsJune 27, 2022
Want to find major gift donors? Look for planned giving donors.
There are plenty of studies, backed up by plenty of anecdotes, about the correspondence between…
MajorGiftSolutionsJune 20, 2022
Want to find major gift donors? Follow the money.
When I work with gift officers to find the donors who will be most responsive…
MajorGiftSolutionsJune 13, 2022
Want to land a major gift? Start by finding good major gift prospects.
Peter Wylie in Data Mining for Fundraisers (Council for the Advancement and Support of Education,…
MajorGiftSolutionsJune 6, 2022
A Case Study: Blessed Mother Teresa
Blessed Mother Teresa dedicated her life to touching the untouchables. She served the poorest of…
MajorGiftSolutionsMay 31, 2022
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