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How to share the value of art

What is the value of art? Should we care? The great thing about arts donors is that they get it. They give because the art form means something important to them. You probably have many solid arguments for why arts matter. I’ll bet you can make the economic case from memory. You know about the […]

Filed Under: Arts Fundraising, Blog, Donor communications Tagged With: arts donors, arts organizations, empathy

5 Donor relations tips for shy people

Does wading into a room full of strangers terrify you? Are you sure you’ll have nothing to say? Afraid you’ll embarrass yourself with your tied-up tongue? Never fear. I’m an introvert who likes people, but I find the idea of glad-handing, networking or otherwise behaving like my extroverted colleagues intimidating. And I’ve been doing this […]

Filed Under: Blog, Donors Tagged With: donor care, donor relationships, introverts

You can spread a little gratitude and feel happier

If you’re a fundraiser, part of your calling is spreading gratitude. Does this sound like a familiar exchange? Thank you!” “No, thank YOU!” Saying thank you is an expected part of our social discourse. It smooths the way for simple – and more complex – conversations. Someone holds the door for you, and you say […]

Filed Under: Blog, Donor communications, Thanks Tagged With: donor communications, gratitude, Thanks

Thankology from Lisa Sargent – a must read

Do you have a shelf full of fundraising books you’ve skimmed, but not read? Is there always something more pressing to do? Or even the siren call of reading that isn’t about work? I want to share a book that you’ll find delightful and practical today. Yes, Lisa Sargent has written her book. And oh, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Donor communications, Thanks Tagged With: donor relationship, donor retention

Unlock your impact: try a donor survey today!

Do you want to know what your donors think? Do you want them to know you care what they think? Would you like some interesting information about your donors – including testimonials and suggestions you might never get otherwise? Then you want to try a donor survey I first created a survey years ago. (You […]

Filed Under: Blog, Donor communications Tagged With: donor retention, donor survey, mail appeal, Thanks

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