The Most Common Barriers to Major Gift Success

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 03/07/2026

Major gifts have the power to transform nonprofit organizations. A single meaningful contribution can fund new programs, expand services, strengthen operations, and create opportunities that would otherwise remain out of reach.

Major Gifts
The Most Common Barriers to Major Gift Success

From First Meeting to Major Gift Commitment

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 03/07/2026

Major gifts rarely happen because of a single conversation. They are the result of a carefully managed relationship built over time through trust, meaningful engagement, and a clear understanding of a donor's motivations.

Major Gifts
From First Meeting to Major Gift Commitment

Activate Your Board for Major Gifts Without Guilt

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 12/06/2026

Transform reluctant board members into fundraising partners using the 4 roles framework and permission-giving language.

Major Gifts
Activate Your Board for Major Gifts Without Guilt

The Stewardship Multiplier: Thank-Yous That Build Gifts

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 08/05/2026

Transform how you thank donors. Learn the 48-hour stewardship sequence, how to write impact updates, and the upgrade ask that turns $1,000 givers into $10,000 partners.

Major Gifts
The Stewardship Multiplier: Thank-Yous That Build Gifts