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Top-earning major gift officers don’t ignore planned giving—they embrace it. Not because they have to, but because they know it gives them an edge most fundraisers miss. While others chase bake sales and annual upgrades, these professionals are building donor portfolios that stand the test of time. Mastering planned giving isn’t just smart—it’s strategic. It earns trust, opens bigger conversations, and positions you as the fundraiser leadership remembers. Want to rise? Start where the top performers do.
If your team isn’t using prospect research to drive gift development, you’re not just missing data—you’re missing direction, efficiency, and high-dollar opportunities. Prospect research helps you target the right donors with the right ask at the right time. Without it, your fundraising strategy is reactive at best—and blind at worst.
Combining major and planned gifts can optimize your fundraising efforts. They are immediate and planned gifts come from donors.
A quick, heartfelt thank-you call can do more than express gratitude—it can dramatically boost donor retention and long-term giving. In fact, nonprofits that consistently call donors within 48 hours of a gift often see stronger loyalty, larger future gifts, and deeper emotional connections. This article explores why these five-minute phone chats are so effective, how to make them meaningful (not scripted), and how your organization can turn simple appreciation into a powerful fundraising strategy.
A vision board is used to achieve goals. It involves collecting words and images that represent your aspirations. It helps to track progress.
Being accountable is a proven tool for achieving goals. Regularly review your performance to track your achievements.
Creating one great habit can be simple. Focus on establishing one habit at a time, allowing it to become a consistent part of your life.
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