I find a widespread misunderstanding about the notion of what constitutes being donor-centered. It derives from two misconceptions: Assuming people don’t want to be asked. Spending all your time on cultivation, assuming folks don’t need an ask and will simply give spontaneously as a result of being wooed. Both of these rationales short-change your would-be…| Clairification
“Give me one moment in time. When I’m than I thought could be. When all of my dreams are a heartbeat away. And the answers are all up to me.” Ah, the lyrics remembered from a Whitney Houston song sung at the 1988 Olympics Opening Ceremonies. The Olympic torch. The parade of nations. The…| Clairification
Donor-centric fundraising strategy tends to focus a lot on giving gratitude and engaging in cultivation, but you’re missing asking!| Bloomerang
The human brain is wired for generosity. Check out these tips and anecdotes on how to teach the joy of giving to your donors.| Bloomerang
There is an evolutionary element to our desire to help others, deep within the brain, and science is revealing why giving feels so good.| livescience.com
I find a widespread misunderstanding about the notion of what constitutes being donor-centered. It derives from two misconceptions: Assuming people don’t want to be asked. Spending all your time on cultivation, assuming folks don’t need an ask and will simply give spontaneously as a result of being wooed. Both of these rationales short-change your would-be…| Clairification
