blog
Grammar doesn’t write a compelling story
by Sue Kindred
If all your stories are rosy and show how wonderful your nonprofit is at meeting its mission, it sparks the question, “Why do you need me if you’re so successful in what you do?”
Read More
Asking Matters November Newsletter
by Brian Saber
Welcome New Members! Plus a new blog post, advice from AM expert Joe Tumolo, an Asking Styles tip, and On the Road
Read More
Top Nine Questions to Ask a Donor
by Brian Saber
Are these the absolute top nine? Who knows! But I love these questions. They’re so revealing. And they’re not rhetorical. They signal your desire to know what your donors feel and think.
Read More
Why you should tell a story about failing.
by Sue Kindred
If all your stories are rosy and show how wonderful your nonprofit is at meeting its mission, it sparks the question, “Why do you need me if you’re so successful in what you do?”
Read More
Five Ways to Maximize the Fundraising Events You Hate
by Brian Saber
As I reflect back on 35 years of fundraising there are, of course, countless stories. This one always gives me a chuckle.
Read More
Asking Matters October Newsletter
by Brian Saber
Asking Matters Membership is Now Open! Join for a free webinar, read two new blog posts, and see what’s happening “On the Road”!
Read More
Three Insights That Will Help You Raise Big Bucks
by Brian Saber
In September I’m launching a free online workshop called Don’t Ask, Don’t Get. I’ll teach you important lessons you need to understand when it comes to asking for the big bucks. Today I want to share three of them with you.
Read More
Asking Matters September Newsletter
by asking_matters
Free 4-Part Workshop for Fundraisers! Plus Fundraising Masters, Conversations with Jerry & Brian now on Apple Podcasts, and On the Road with Brian!
Read More
How To Choose the Right Prospects
by Brian Saber
If you’re like most fundraisers, you’ve got way too many prospects. But here’s the thing, if you set out to cultivate everyone, you’ll cultivate no one. And if you cultivate no one, I can guarantee your solicitations won’t result in the gifts your organization needs to thrive!
Read More
How to Get Your Fundraising Engine in Working Order
by Brian Saber
Ready to up your fundraising game? Then join me for “Don’t Ask, Don’t Get”, a FREE fundraising workshop starting March 19th. It’s easy, it’s free, and you’ll walk away a better asker – I promise!
Read More
