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- Top 5 Ways to Kickstart Your Fundraising in 2024With the new year upon us, the time to set a solid fundraising strategy is here. One of the challenges non-profits face is too many “good” things to focus our time on. So what are the most essential tasks for you to focus on for fundraising? Bryan shares five things you can do to kickstart your fundraising in 2024.16 min
- Asking is the Easy PartGreg recounts how a donor recently told him, “Asking is the easy part.” Listen in on why that transformed his thinking about fundraising.11 min
- Warsaw, The Dentist and the Great Flood of ’97: Faith as the Great MotivatorWhat can motivate individuals to give beyond what seems possible?Today Greg talks about the relationship between God and Money. Specifically, he shares a real life study on Warsaw, the Dentist and the Great Flood of ’97.16 min
- Listening: The Quintessential Development SkillBryan and Greg share perhaps the most important skill a development officer can master: the art of listening. In this episode, you’ll learn about listening on a deeper level and uncover what it takes to really get to know someone.16 min
- No One Wants You Until Everyone Wants YouThere’s a saying in show biz, “No one wants you ‘til everyone wants you.” Bryan explains how that principle applies to non-profits, as he recounts the growth of St. Paul’s Newman Center in Fargo, ND.17 min
- Your First Campaign
Why is the first campaign the most difficult?
Greg shares some words of encouragement to those launching their first capital campaign. Odds are it will be the most difficult campaign your non-profit will undertake. Greg shares why that is and why you can take heart in the major groundwork your efforts will produce.
11 min - The Firsthand ExperienceIs there any replacement for a firsthand experience? Some of the most loyal donors of your non-profit had their own firsthand experiences with your cause. So how can you give a firsthand experience to donors who are new to your charity? Greg and Bryan share practical ways to bring donors closer to the mission.15 min
- Pt 2: What to Do When Your Campaign StallsEvery campaign will face challenges and setbacks. So what do you do when these challenges cause your campaign to stall? Bryan and Greg continue their conversation on how you can break out of a stall in your fundraising efforts. This is part two of a two part series.15 min
- Pt 1: What to Do When Your Campaign StallsIn every campaign, you encounter challenges and setbacks. So what do you do when these challenges cause your campaign to stall? Bryan shares what steps helped his non-profit to overcome a stall of a goal rising by over $10 million. This is part one of a two part series.14 min
- Some Donors Just Aren’t That Into YouDespite your best efforts in fundraising, you will inevitably be met with a hard truth: some donors just aren’t that into you. Given this reality, what can you do to still build organizational trust? Bryan discusses how to navigate a donor relationship even if you, as the fundraiser, are not their cup of tea.11 min
About Just Ask - Rethinking Development
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How do you fundraise? Why do some strategies work while others don't? Raise more money than you ever thought possible as you journey with Greg and Bryan through the professional world of development. They share their insights and best practices gleaned through years of experience fundraising for Catholic non-profits.
- New episode each Monday
- Email us with comments or questions at: [email protected]
Greg Jeffrey is the Principle and Founder of Catholic Development Group.
Bryan Wilburn is the President of St. Monica’s Montessori and consultant with Petrus Development.