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Is there any research about the value of “drive-by” face to face visits, (Just stopping by without an appointment to thank a donor for their support)?  I have worked at 2 organizations that promote the idea.  We don’t solicit or necessarily even leave planned giving information; we simply thank the donor, ask why they support the institution and see if they have any questions.  The target donor to visit is usually someone who has been loyal for a number of years and has recently made a gift through direct mail, is over age 70 and is typically a small sum donor.  Read more...

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Wondering what other organizations are doing when it comes to thanking their donors? Lynne M. Wester, director of stewardship and donor recognition at Yeshiva University, has some ideas for you.  Read more...

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Nonprofit leaders report learning many lessons on connecting with their supporters during the recent economic recession. The NonProfit Times shares 10 of their strategies in their list Planned Giving: 10 Ideas For Coping With The Pain.  Read more...

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Giving USA 2011: The Annual Report on Philanthropy for the Year 2010 was released on June 20, 2011 and is now available to purchase. You can also download the Executive Summary for free.  Read more...

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In his recent blog, Michael J. Rosen, CFRE asks the question "Who are the most important planned giving prospects: Men or Women?".  Read more...

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This week in her Message from a Member series, Lori Jacobwith asks the development team from Hammer Residences, Inc. "How do you promote giving?".  Read more...

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Three people who have signed the Giving Pledge spoke about their decision at the Global Philanthropy Forum on Thursday night.  Read more...

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If you missed the webinar "Storytelling: The First Big Thing" from NonProfit 911 and Network for Good, you can catch a recap in Andy Goodman's blog.  Read more...

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Google is giving back to nonprofits like you!  With Google for Nonprofits program, you'll have access to exclusive product offerings and enhanced online resources including:  Read more...

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In her blog, 6 Truths Behind Why People Give, Katya Andresen gives her take on why people give, and how we can get them to give more.  Read more...

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