Virtual Donor Cultivation and Tips of Asking for a Gift
Date: September 23rd, 2020
Location: Zoom - information to be emailed
Audience: Consultant, Grantseeker, Nonprofit
Event type: Skillbuilding
This session discusses many digital, virtual and analogue donor cultivation and stewardship techniques, and provides key tips around asking for a gift.
The presenter will also discuss adapting the ask to virtual situations when in-person isn't an option.
The session will address:
- Become comfortable with Zoom, GoToMeeting and WebEx platforms.
- Discovery visits techniques on a video call.
- Proven strategies to engage donors using video and many other techniques.
- Using volunteers and stakeholders to help with cultivation.
- Making an ask virtually.
Zoom information will be sent via email in advance of the program.
Philanthropy MA Policies
Coronavirus Precautions and Guidelines: As information about the novel Coronavirus COVID-19 continues to develop, Philanthropy MA is being proactiive in following the recommendations for personal vigilance to ensure minimal contact with potentially ill individuals, based on health and safety guidelines established by public health officials as well as implementing procedures for in-person program/convening support. Please click here for the guidelines.
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No Solicitations: Philanthropy MA values knowledge sharing – connecting people with each other and with information. We strive to create a welcoming, collegial atmosphere at all of our events. We kindly ask program participants to refrain from soliciting other participants for business or grants while at events hosted by us, regardless of venue.
Accessibility: To inquire about accessibility of our programs, please email info@philanthropyma.org.
Media: Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event to support Philanthropy MA's efforts to educate and inform the community on the role of philanthropy, in marketing materials, on our website and through social media. If you prefer your image not to be used please notify us at the event. Thank you.
Going Green: In our continued efforts to Go Green in the office, our first step is providing a water station in our conference room for use at our programs, replacing bottled water. You may use your own personal beverage container or cups will be made available. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
