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ask
How to Choose Ask Amounts for Your Year-End Appeal
Most reply cards get about ten minutes of thought, yet the first number on them shapes who gives and how much. Here's what the research says about ask amounts, and how I'd set them for your year-end appeal.
[Donor Retention] Episode 6: Crafting Your Fundraising Ask for the Welcome Series
Wondering how to get that crucial second gift from your donors? In this episode, we’re breaking down how to create the perfect fundraising ask as part of your donor welcome series.
What to Do When Donors Say No: Handling Objections After a Focused Ask
You've done everything right. You researched your prospect thoroughly, crafted a compelling opportunity, and delivered a focused five-minute ask. Then comes an objection.
The FOCUS Method: A Step-by-Step Framework for Major Gift Asks That Close
The most effective major gift asks take five minutes or less. Not the entire donor meeting – but the actual moment when you present the opportunity and request the gift should be crisp, clear, and focused.
Episode 48 - The 5-Minute Major Gift Ask
In this episode, Jeremy reveals the FOCUS method - a powerful framework that allows you to make compelling major gift requests in just 5 minutes.
Proven Strategies for Getting to the Ask
You know the feeling. You're in a meeting with a major donor prospect , and the conversation is going well.
Major Donor Fundraising: The Ultimate Strategy
Major donor fundraising is an essential part of any nonprofit's success but it's not something that should be taken lightly. By following this major donor fundraising strategy, you can be sure that your major donor solicitations are well-planned and executed successfully.
How to Ask for Money
Asking donors for money can be one of the most daunting tasks of a fundraiser. After all, no one wants to be rejected or made to feel like they are being taken advantage of. However, asking for donations is a necessary part of the job, and there are ways to do it effectively. Here are some tips on how to ask a donor for money in a way that is respectful and likely to result in a donation.