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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.

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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?”

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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.

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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”!

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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!

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Asking Matters August Newsletter

by Brian Saber

Out Now: Conversations with Jerry & Brian. Plus two free fundraising masters webinars, free fundraising workshop, and on the road with Brian

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Asking Matters July Newsletter

by Brian Saber

Coming Soon: Conversations with Jerry & Brian. Plus a free fundraising masters webinar with Rachel Muir, Sue’s story corner, and on the road with Brian

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Asking Matters June Newsletter

by Brian Saber

Fundraising Masters with Susan Howlett recording now available at Asking Matters!

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A Fundraising Story for the Ages: Boozing It Up in Ski Country

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.

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Asking Matters April Newsletter

by Brian Saber

Asking Matters Membership is Now Open! Join for a free webinar, read Brian’s new blog post, learn about Rubber Stamps Don’t Fundraise, and see what’s happening “On the Road”!

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