The Intentional Fundraiser Podcast

Overcoming the Top 7 Major Gift Fundraising Hurdles


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Are major gifts feeling out of reach? 

Here's how to tackle the toughest major gift fundraising challenges! 🚀

Feeling like you’re chasing ghosts instead of donors? I know that struggle all too well. After nearly 30 years in fundraising, I’ve seen firsthand how major gift officers, development directors, executive directors, and board members pour heart and soul into donor outreach—only to hit walls of silence, “ghosting,” and stalled relationships.

But here’s the good news: you don’t have to stay stuck. In my latest episode of The Intentional Fundraiser podcast, I share real stories and proven strategies that helped one organization boost major donor revenue by over 453%. From overcoming the fear of the ask to leveraging technology that actually frees up your time, I walk you through practical steps you can implement right away.

Imagine what your nonprofit could achieve with a thriving major gift program. What’s the one challenge holding you back from transformational fundraising success? 🤔

Tune in to this episode for actionable insights, a few laughs, and a whole lot of encouragement. 

If you find it helpful, please share it with your team and fellow changemakers—because together, we can transform the world, one intentional gift at a time.

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