Episode Details

In this episode, we dig into the practical habits that help fundraisers succeed in any setting, from small community nonprofits to large universities. I talk with Jason George, Chief Development Officer for Vineyard USA, about what he learned moving from personal support fundraising into major gifts and how those same skills translate to every fundraising role.

Jason George shares concrete examples of:

• How to persist with gatekeepers and hiring managers without being pushy
• Why follow through and showing up when you say you will builds long-term advocates inside an institution
• How to separate a donor’s “no” from your personal worth so you can keep asking with confidence
• Ways to reframe your past experience so it makes sense on a resume and in an interview for a new fundraising context
• What it looks like to work your own network, handle awkward moments with donors, and still protect the relationship

Throughout the conversation, we keep coming back to the fundamentals: doing the reps, being honest about what you are asking for, documenting your work, and staying steady when circumstances change. Whether you are in a faith-based organization, higher education, healthcare, or a small local nonprofit, the patterns in Jason George’s story will help you think more clearly about your own path as a fundraiser.

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