In fundraising, an objection is almost always better than indifference. Yes, objections can drive your conversation off track and can certainly be frustrating, but objections are also a sign of a prospect who’s listening and considering. Continue reading 8 Strategies to Try When a Prospect Says “No Thanks”
5 Fundamentals for Your Planned Giving Program in the New Year
Now’s the time to take a breath, remain focused and build the foundation for future years of growth. These five fundamentals will start your 2022 program on solid footing. Continue reading 5 Fundamentals for Your Planned Giving Program in the New Year
8 Tips for Writing Calls to Action That Readers Won’t Overlook
With a powerful call to action, you have the opportunity to lead readers from “What do I do?” to “Today’s the day!”. These eight tips get calls to action noticed. Continue reading 8 Tips for Writing Calls to Action That Readers Won’t Overlook
This 1 Thing Encourages Donors to Tell You About Their Planned Gift
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