How to Practice Major Gift Asks Without Losing Your Authentic Fundraising Voice

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 06/11/2026

Major gift fundraising is one of the most meaningful responsibilities in nonprofit development, yet it can also be one of the most intimidating parts of the fundraising process.

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How to Practice Major Gift Asks Without Losing Your Authentic Fundraising Voice

How to Turn a First Major Gift Conversation Into a Long-Term Funding Partnership

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 06/11/2026

A first major gift conversation can become the beginning of a meaningful, long-term relationship between a nonprofit organization and a committed donor.

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How to Turn a First Major Gift Conversation Into a Long-Term Funding Partnership

Major Gift Pipeline From Existing Donors

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 17/10/2026

Many nonprofits assume that growing a major gift program requires constantly finding new wealthy prospects, but that approach can consume enormous amounts of time and energy.

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Major Gift Pipeline From Existing Donors

How Fundraising Podcasts Can Reduce the Isolation of Development Directors

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 25/09/2026

Development directors occupy a uniquely demanding position within nonprofit organizations. They are expected to generate revenue, cultivate donor relationships, manage fundraising campaigns, inspire their teams, and communicate organizational impact.

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How Fundraising Podcasts Can Reduce the Isolation of Development Directors