Thousands of brands compete daily for attention. As a fundraiser, your job is to inspire your donors to solve a problem—they want to do more good, their estate is disorganized, they want to avoid a tax hit—while recognizing that they have other priorities. Here’s why keeping your message concise helps you stand out. Continue reading Say Less, Earn More: The Power of Brevity in Planned Giving Marketing
The most successful planned giving fundraisers consistently rely on these six tools. Do you have them all? Continue reading Better Donor Conversations: Do You Have These Skills in Your Toolbox?
Most donors aren’t telling us if they’ve made a planned gift (according to a 2019 Giving USA study, fewer than 40% of legacy givers informed the nonprofit). Here we propose and solve for a key reason why: We’re not asking them! Continue reading This 1 Thing Encourages Donors to Tell You About Their Planned Gift
You likely have a few more donor touchpoints to round out 2021. My advice for at least one of them: Incorporate a survey. Here’s why a survey is so valuable. Continue reading The 1 Tool You Need to Close 2021 On Solid Footing
It’s easy to head down the conversion-only path with the never-ending pressure for ROI today. However, this won’t build the critical pipeline for long-term success. Here’s how to win at both.Continue reading Hand Raisers Versus Secret Keepers: Why You Need Both
However it occurs, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues can cause irreparable harm to our bodies and our relationships—as well as impacting us in the workplace. This week Nathan has two easy ways to help yourself feel a little better. Continue reading Two Easy Ways to Feel Better (Just in Time for Mental Health Awareness Month)
Knowing how to ask for a prospect meeting is part art and part science. As you move forward with booking first meetings, incorporate these three tips.Continue reading 3 Tips (Plus Script Starters) for Getting Your First Meeting with a Prospect
Most Americans who expect to leave an inheritance aren’t including a gift in their estate plans. While some might see this news as disheartening, others see opportunity. Continue reading 4 Signs That You Have a Good Planned Giving Prospect
More than ever, users want to see the raw and real you (#nofilter). In need of some inspiration? We’ve got you covered. Steal these 7 social post ideas that come straight from the heart. Continue reading 7 Social Post Ideas for Nonprofits That Come Straight From the Heart
A Fidelity Charitable study found that 87% of volunteers say there’s an overlap between their volunteer and financial support. Here are 5 tips for talking about legacy giving with your volunteers. Continue reading How to Talk Legacy Giving With Volunteers (and Why It’s Important)
We’re back with “Why I Partner With Stelter.” Today, it’s all about the University of Denver. Hear from Jon Kraus, Executive Director of Gift Planning, on their planned giving wins as a result of working with Stelter. Continue reading How the University of Denver Reaches High-Potential Prospects
Build your best donor bonds with these 7 strategies. Continue reading Use These 7 Strategies to Build Stronger Donor Bonds
We can look to historical leaders to learn what to do (and what not to do) when our leadership skills are being put to the test. Unlock these 7 traits of persevering leaders. Continue reading How to Be a Planned Giving Leader When the Going Gets Tough
Baby boomers, which contribute 41% of all individual gifts, tend to donate online more. Additionally, 30% of donors aged 75+ (known as Greatest Generation) say they have given online in the last 12 months. Uncover 5 tips to connect with your mature donors online. Continue reading 5 Tips to Make the Most of Your Time Online With Mature Donors
Download our free Donor Meeting Planning Guide for your next big meeting.Continue reading [FREE DOWNLOAD] How to Improve Your Meetings With Donors & Prospects
