Managing Major Gift Fundraisers

In the fiercely competitive landscape of non-profit fundraising, the capacity to both attract and retain top-tier talent is paramount. We will explore the key aspects of the course that will empower you to build and effectively manage an exceptional major gift fundraising team.

Elevate the process of identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier major gift fundraisers by seeking individuals embodying the virtues of humility, hunger, and smarts.

Approach the onboarding process with deliberate intention, establishing a foundation that propels your new fundraisers toward success.

Effective strategies discussed include: always have a positive outlook, make your direct reports a top priority, be transparent with goals, forge personal connections and always be accessible to your team.

Effective strategies discussed in part 2 include: embrace feedback, offer career guidance, focus your team on high value prospects, apply constant gentle pressure, use effective delegation and employ continuous learning with your team.

Transform routine team meetings from mere obligations into opportunities for growth, collaboration, and celebration.

Quarterly appraisals are imperative, ensuring proactive feedback is a consistent part of the process.

Efficient major gifts 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. This series of videos aims to equip you with the tools to steer clear of unproductive efforts, enabling you to achieve success by increasing your prospect visits, making more effective asks, and giving priority attention to your most promising prospects.