3 Ways to Learn More about Your Donors
It has been my experience that we can be far more focused on ourselves and our ministry, and fail to learn more about our prospects and donors. Here are 3 things you can do to overcome this. Listen It...
View ArticleThe 3 P’s of Fund Raising
Any effective fund raiser needs to consistently practice these 3 key things if he or she ever wants to be successful in raising funds for ministry. The 1st P is PERSISTENCE In fund raising, it is far...
View Article7 Benefits for Raising Funds
Many people are given the assignment to raise funds, and yet the reality is they have never raised funds before. So it is fair to ask the question “Why raise financial support?” I want to unveil for...
View Article6 Steps to Guide Your Fund Raising Presentation
When you sit down for a fund raising presentation you have several questions that need to be answered. How do I begin? When do I talk about my financial goal? When do I ask for their support? Here are...
View ArticleTracking your Donors – 5 Trends
As you track your donors, there are 5 trends you need to carefully monitor. A donor is giving exactly what they promised. A donor increased his or her pledge. A donor stopped giving. A donor decreased...
View Article6 Reasons Your Donor’s Gift Never Arrived
All of us are dependent upon receiving contributions on a timely basis. When an anticipated gift does not arrive, there are at least 6 reasons why. Let’s stop a minute and consider why donors might...
View Article3 Questions To Help You Move To a “Yes”
When we make an ask for funds we always want people to respond by saying, “Yes.” Here are 3 Questions to help you move to a “Yes.” As you present your vision, it is important that you have your...
View Article5 Ways to Prepare for Appointments
Goal – The goal of your meeting is to ask the prospect or donor to support you with their financial gifts and prayers. Therefore, it is important to be highly focused in your visit and move them to a...
View Article6 More Ways to Prepare for Your Appointment
Preparation is so very important when you plan for an appointment. Here are 6 more things to consider. 1. List of Projects The prospect may indicate to you that rather than give monthly, quarterly or...
View Article5 Ways To Acquire Donor Information
It is essential that you know as much about your donors as you possibly can. Here are 5 ways to acquire donor information. Listen. I am amazed how much I learn by simply being a good listener. If you...
View ArticleTo Ask or Not to Ask?
I hear this question all the time. “I am afraid if I ask my friends for financial support, it will affect our relationship.” But let’s look at it from a different perspective. When you don’t ask your...
View ArticleYour Ask Was Too High… Now What?
We all want to ask for high amounts for our ministries, but when your prospect or donor says your ask was too high, don’t close your presentation and head home. There is more work to be done. What do...
View Article3 Reasons Few People Are Giving
When you find that few people are investing in your ministry, you need to do some trouble shooting. Here are three reasons to consider. Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada offers the following...
View Article2 Fundraising Problems to Avoid
Developing an effective fundraising strategy is the key. There are 2 fundraising problems you must avoid. Most fundraising systems have two major problems—and both violate the People Raising...
View Article4 Top Reasons to Re-Solicit Your Current Donors
There are times when looking for more funds we find ourselves frustrated not knowing where to turn. We often look for new sources to tap into when right in front of us are existing donors. Here are the...
View ArticleThe Best Way to Ask for Referrals
As a fund raiser, you are always looking for referrals, but there is a right way to ask. Most people requesting referrals get caught up in the general ask instead of being more specific. As you ask for...
View ArticleAction to Take After Your Appointment
After conducting your appointment there are some very critical next steps you need to take. If you indeed want to build a relationship with your prospect or donor it is critical that you record...
View Article3 Key Donor Expectations
We live in a world where expectations abound, and they greatly matter. Do you know the expectations of your donors? Here are 3 key donor expectations. 1. Vision I think it is so easy to go on automatic...
View Article4 Shortcuts to Avoid in Your Fund Raising
Experience has taught me that taking shortcuts in fund raising can be costly. Here are 4 shortcuts you need to avoid. It is important that you have your fund raising philosophy well thought out and...
View Article5 Donor Trends
As you review the actual giving of each of your donors, you will notice 5 trends. A donor is giving exactly what they promised. A donor increased his or her pledge. A donor stopped giving. A donor...
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