Emerging Trends in Donor Relations
This new decade heralds significant changes for Donor Relations and its influence on fundraising success. We see that these emerging trends share a common theme: to build better relationships with donors as a means of fostering greater giving. As is the case with all relationships in our current crowded, information-saturated world, the emphasis will be on the quality, not the quantity, of donor interactions.
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A Designer’s Opinion: Function Over Form
I often see donor recognition creatively achieved but lacking in function. Form should always follow function! I recently came across the SEGD, Society for Environmental Graphic Design, 2009 Merit Award. It commemorated a sculptural donor recognition piece for St. Michael’s Grammar School in Melbourne, Australia executed by two local design firms, Nexus Designs and Fallon Image Design.
Filed under Donor Communications, Think Before You Thank | Tags: Best Practices for Donor Recognition, consultant, Donor Recognition, Fundraising, Stewardship | Comment (0)Sleigh Bells Ring . . .
If you were near Colony Square last Wednesday night, and let’s face it, who wasn’t, you were sure to have caught a glimpse of our holiday festivities at Tamarind Seed Thai Bistro. The new location is only a few steps from the High Museum of Art, where our evening began. We met one another earlier in the afternoon to unwind while walking through, with wonder at, the Leonardo da Vinci exhibit, Hand of the Genius. The John Portman exhibit, Art and Architecture, was also a source of lively conversation, as personal stories were exchanged regarding the architect’s work and its impact on our city. I’m still asking questions regarding the fabrication of his stainless steel sculptures.
By 6:30 p.m., we were gathered around a table with wine and food in abundance. The room was warmly decorated with rich colors, delightful statues, and jars of spices and chiles, but I would like to think that our laughter brightened up the room even more. Life is fast-paced, and taking a moment to let the people around you realize how much you appreciate them is a big part of the season. We shared old stories with new friends, caught up on new stories we might have missed, and strengthened our ties to one another.
Happy holidays, and may the season bring bright memories for you all!
Written by Juan Guzman
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Tuesday, 12/08/2009, I heard Penelope Burk speak at the Association of Donor Relations Professionals in Baltimore. As always, she was charming AND informative, handing out jewels of information in a concise yet authoritative way. Over the next few weeks I’ll surely be fanning ideas she sparked for me; for now, let me share this priceless insight on how donors use non-profits’ websites. Continue reading »
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