Writing for Four, Five, and Six Figure Gifts

Writing for Four, Five, and Six Figure Gifts

Donors who are writing checks for four, five, and six figure gifts are some of your best donors. They are generous, dedicated, and may be your future major donors. They’re special so you need to treat them special. That’s why it’s important to steer away direct mail...
#WednesdayWisdom

#WednesdayWisdom

“You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.” – John C. Maxwell        ...
Write Like A 6th Grader – Simple and Bold

Write Like A 6th Grader – Simple and Bold

If donors have to work hard to understand your message, they will likely stop reading. And when donors stop reading, they are unlikely to make a gift. It’s that simple. The best fundraising writing shouldn’t be higher than a 6th grade reading level. Your donors are...
Stewardship! Stewardship! Stewardship!

Stewardship! Stewardship! Stewardship!

Many social good organizations had a great fundraising year in 2020 and are doing well so far in 2021. Why? Many, though certainly not all people, had more disposable income. Donors were generous with the money they didn’t spend on vacations, restaurants, theater...