Top 10 Takeaways from our 2022 Conference

Key Takeaways:

• Volunteer-Donor Dynamics:

  • Treat volunteers like donors and donors like volunteers to foster deeper engagement.

• Fundraising Preparation:

  • Practice the art of asking before making actual donation requests.

• Grateful Family Programs:

  • Cultivate a culture of philanthropy by involving families in your mission.

• Psychology of Giving:

  • Highlight the intrinsic need for individuals to belong to a supportive community or "tribe."

• Comprehensive Campaigns:

  • Fundraising campaigns can combine programming, capital, and endowment goals.

• Volunteer Structure:

  • Invest in a strong fundraising volunteer framework for long-term success.

• Donor Stewardship:

  • Focus on effective stewardship as it is more cost-effective than acquiring new donors.

• Target Baby Boomers:

  • Leverage this demographic for cash and planned giving opportunities.

• Major Gifts Program:

  • Establishing a major gifts program is critical for sustainable growth.

• Take Action:

  • Make the "ask" without hesitation to drive results.