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From Mid-Level to Major: Mapping the Journey
Episode 132
Your next major donor might already be giving
I’ve seen so many mid-level donors quietly reading emails, showing up at events, and faithfully giving y…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Corporate Giving as a Major Gifts Lever
Episode 131
When one question unlocks three streams of giving
In this week’s episode of The Intentional Fundraiser, I share the story of a longtime donor whose i…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Next-Gen Major Donors and the New Rules of Engagement
Episode 130
The biggest donors aren’t “the future” anymore. They’re already here.
In my latest episode of The Intentional Fundraiser, I share what I’m seeing as …
7 months ago
Your 2026 Case for Transformational Gifts
Episode 129
Your case might be costing you 7‑figure gifts.
In my latest episode of The Intentional Fundraiser, I share why so many cases still sound like they wer…
7 months, 2 weeks ago
Making Your Major Gift Portfolio Shock-Resistant
Episode 128
One donor should never control your budget.
In this week’s episode of The Intentional Fundraiser, I share a story of a strong organization that felt “…
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Discovery That Builds Trust, Not Pressure
Episode 127
Your discovery calls shouldn’t feel like a test.
In my latest Intentional Fundraiser episode, I walk through how I help fundraisers turn tense, script…
7 months, 4 weeks ago
Turning Leaders into Effective Major Gift Partners
Episode 126
Leaders keep derailing donor visits?
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched a beautifully teed‑up donor conversation go sideways the moment a we…
8 months ago
Making Stewardship Personal, Scalable, Sustainable
Episode 125
“More touches” are burning teams out 😅
I talk with so many fundraisers who are trying to do heartfelt, hyper-personal stewardship for everyone… and en…
8 months, 1 week ago
AI-Powered Prep: Human-Centered Conversations
Episode 124
AI is already in your donor meetings.
I’ve been hearing from so many fundraisers who feel torn.
You want to use AI to save time, but you do not want do…
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Finding Your Real Top 25 Donor Prospects
Episode 123
Drowning in “prospect” names?
If your major gift list looks impressive on paper but doesn’t translate into actual conversations or gifts, you’re not a…
8 months, 3 weeks ago