Major Gifts

Top Attributes of Effective Major Gift Officers with David Lawrence

What does it take to be the best? In this short call we explore the top three attributes of the most effective major and principal gift officers.

The Mountain Home and the Multifaceted Major Gift

Samantha, Major Giving Officer, and Board Chair John, are scheduled to meet in early October with Jenny Yates as one of their initial visits to key donors in the quiet phase of a campaign.

Using Technology to Nail the Proposal

We know that being well prepared with a creative major gift proposal can make a big difference. But should you use technology in the ask?

Qualifying Potential New Major Donors with Andrew Brown

Andrew walks us step-by-step through a qualifying visit including what it is, why it's important, what we're hoping to discover.

Stand Out From the Competition

For every major donor prospect you are meeting with, there are likely 8 – 10 other organizations also considering that person. What are you bringing to your donors that differentiates you from others?

Having a Planned Giving Conversation with Renee Kurdzos

In this podcast, we talk about ways that you can incorporate a planned giving conversation into a visit with any donor.

Taking Notes During a Donor Meeting

Taking notes during a meeting can be a powerful way to improve your listening skills; this practice trains you to listen and interpret carefully the nuances of what is said.

Walking the Talk With Your Donors

Imagine that you are engaged in an important conversation with a potential donor - and a family member calls your cell phone. What do you do?

No Surprise Philanthropy

With a truly big “big ask,” how do you know whether the proposed request is appropriate?

Pre-Ask

Before making a big ask, how certain are you that this is the right project, amount, and time to make this request of this particular prospect?

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