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Apr 30 2026

Stewardship Development That Inspires Generosity

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group / Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Like many households, church leaders in 2026 are facing shrinking budgets. And annual appeal dollars aren’t stretching as far…

Mar 26 2026

Six Ways Gen Z is Changing the Future of Philanthropy

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group / Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Gen Z, defined as those born between 1997-2012, is a growing portion of our population – and a growing…

Feb 23 2026

Donor Pyramid Template: How to Build and Use One for Your Campaign

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group A donor pyramid template helps you visualize how different levels of giving work together to reach a fundraising goal – and, just as importantly, where…

Feb 23 2026

10 ways to overcome fundraiser burnout

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

If you’re a fundraiser, you know the feeling right after a big event. You hit or exceeded your goal and, for a moment, everything feels right. You’re proud, grateful and energized. You remember why you…

Jan 30 2026

7 Types of Giving in the Bible (and Why They Matter)

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son…” - John 3:16 All Christian generosity begins with this divine act. In this,…

Jan 22 2026

Prospect Development Strategies for Major Gift Success

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group Every donor plays a meaningful role in advancing your mission. Every gift deserves gratitude, and every supporter should feel valued for the part they play…

Jan 16 2026

Three ways to engage with donors

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

Connecting on a personal level with potential donors is an important aspect of fundraising. The Steier Group customizes campaigns to the community served by each organization, and crafts messaging to fit the cause and those…

Nov 26 2025

Family Wealth and Philanthropy That Makes a Lasting Impact

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group Money is a topic that many shy away from talking about openly. Not at The Steier Group. Our experience tells us that discussing finances and…

Nov 20 2025

Legacy Giving vs Planned Giving and How to Choose the Right Path

By Brian Norton Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group In today’s philanthropic landscape, donors and organizations alike are thinking more intentionally about the future. They want to do more than write a check –…

Nov 03 2025

Fundraising speech examples that inspire generosity

By Jim Steier Steier Tips

By Matt Vuorela / Chief Executive Officer of Steier Group As you prepare for your next fundraising event, you likely have a mile-long to-do list. There’s the catering, RSVP list, donor expectations and so much…

Fundraising and Development

Stewardship Development That Inspires Generosity

Six Ways Gen Z is Changing the Future of Philanthropy

Donor Pyramid Template: How to Build and Use One for Your Campaign

10 ways to overcome fundraiser burnout

7 Types of Giving in the Bible (and Why They Matter)

Prospect Development Strategies for Major Gift Success

Three ways to engage with donors

Family Wealth and Philanthropy That Makes a Lasting Impact

Legacy Giving vs Planned Giving and How to Choose the Right Path

Fundraising speech examples that inspire generosity

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