Donor interaction best practices

May 07 2019

Support from staff, volunteers critical to capital campaign success

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

At a recent 10k race, I looked around at the starting line and noticed how many people were there. Not just the runners stretching before the race. There were course marshals, volunteers, spectators and all…

Feb 11 2019

Major donor engagement is key to fundraising success

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

How well do you know your major donors? Your answer to that question is key to your organization’s chance for fundraising success, especially during a capital campaign. After 21 years of service and more than…

Nov 06 2018

Positive attitude can go a long way in fundraising

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

Raising money is not an easy task, especially when you have to raise a lot of it. Conducting a capital campaign successfully requires careful planning, lots of consultation, widespread buy-in, strong leadership, a clear vision,…

Nov 01 2018

Steier Group research highlighted by Association of Fundraising Professionals

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

During the Steier Group's 21-year history, one thing has always stood out as we have raised money for nonprofits across the country: People give more when asked in person. That personal touch is key to…

Apr 05 2018

Memorable thank-you letters set your organization apart

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

If you want to properly thank a donor, take your template thank-you letter and toss it out. Instead, write a quick note from the heart that acknowledges the gift and gives your donor a reason…

Feb 01 2018

Motivate donors by sharing your nonprofit’s success story

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

While your organization is dedicated to doing good in the community and serving a particular set of needs, it remains true that you also have another group to serve – your donors. Their continued generosity…

Oct 16 2017

Research demonstrates the value of personal visits to fundraising

By Jim Steier Steier Tips, Steier Wire

For 20 years, the Steier Group has relied on data analytics to manage our successful campaigns. Our statistics show what we know from experience: People give more to religious and community organizations when they are…

Oct 04 2017

Three ways to express your gratitude to donors

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

“We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses.” ― Alphonse Karr (1808-1890) As I look back over the Steier Group’s 20 years, I could easily focus on the setbacks,…

Sep 06 2016

Powering your capital campaign with data

By Jim Steier Steier Tips, Steier Wire

Good data is the cornerstone of a modern, successful fundraising effort. A solid capital campaign database with updated contact information and previous donation information proves vital to a successful effort. The Steier Group helps our…

Aug 04 2016

Maximize capital campaign giving with matching gifts

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

What if I told you that I could increase your fundraising by 10 percent, with very little effort? According to HEP Data, nearly one in 10 donors works for a company with a matching gift…

Donor Interaction

Support from staff, volunteers critical to capital campaign success

Major donor engagement is key to fundraising success

Positive attitude can go a long way in fundraising

Steier Group research highlighted by Association of Fundraising Professionals

Memorable thank-you letters set your organization apart

Motivate donors by sharing your nonprofit’s success story

Research demonstrates the value of personal visits to fundraising

Three ways to express your gratitude to donors

Powering your capital campaign with data

Maximize capital campaign giving with matching gifts

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