Efficient fundraising involves a strategic approach where fundraisers concentrate their time and resources on high-potential prospects who are likely to make significant contributions in the near future. They steer clear of unproductive efforts, enabling them to achieve success by increasing their prospect visits, making more effective asks, and giving priority attention to their most promising…

Once you’ve successfully identified and qualified a prospect, the next crucial step is to initiate a strategic approach aimed at cultivating a significant philanthropic contribution. While your university offers a range of volunteer opportunities to facilitate this engagement, the question arises: which activities will genuinely foster a deep sense of appreciation in your prospects relationship…

Forward Fundraisers is offering our subscribers (that’s you) a 50% discount on the Efficient Major Gifts course. The cost of the program is normally $999, but for a limited time you can get it for $499. The course will equip your fundraising team to bring in significant gifts through: • Avoiding unproductive work• Getting more…

Want to be a fundraiser with a laser focus that produces big results? Introducing the Efficient Major Gifts program. This five-part series is designed to help fundraisers avoid wasting time with unproductive work, redirect focus on priority prospects, book more visits, and make more solicitation asks. Whether you’re an up-and-coming or seasoned professional, these proven…

Forward Fundraisers is releasing our Efficient Major Gifts course soon! Efficient major gifts is when a fundraiser strategically focuses their time and effort on the prospects that have a high probability to make a major gift in the near term. A lot of fundraisers make the mistake of engaging too many prospects or prospects with…

In today’s fast-paced world, our high net-worth prospects are inundated with a myriad of commitments and priorities, making it increasingly challenging to capture their attention and secure a response. In this competitive landscape, it’s imperative to recognize that our prospects have a multitude of competing interests, and we may not always be at the forefront…

Soliciting major gifts can often entail a waiting game as donors deliberate on their commitment. But what if there were a way to expedite the process and secure more major gifts? The solution is simpler than you might think: Deadlines. These date-sensitive scenarios create a sense of urgency that propels donors to act promptly, reducing…

Major gift fundraisers understand that they often don’t rank as a top priority for their prospects. They find themselves competing with the demands of their prospects’ busy lives, which may include work, family, hobbies, and support for various other organizations. Securing a response from a prospect and arranging a meeting can prove to be quite…

Navigating the realm of qualification visits with potential major gift prospects can be a formidable challenge, often bordering on the exasperating. These are individuals who lead busy lives filled with an array of competing priorities, none of which may align with your own. So, the pivotal question remains: How can you establish a lasting impression…

Congratulations on your promotion to lead a team of fundraisers—it’s a well-deserved achievement! However, this new role brings a fresh set of responsibilities. How can you effectively lead a team while maintaining your own fundraising prowess? Achieving the delicate balance of leadership, knowledge sharing, and nurturing exceptional fundraisers requires finesse. Here are some valuable tips…