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Just Ask - Rethinking Development Just Ask Development
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How do you fundraise? Why do some strategies work while others don't? Raise more money than you ever thought possible as you journey with Greg and Bryan through the professional world of development. They share their insights and best practices gleaned through years of experience fundraising for Catholic non-profits.
- New episode each Monday
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Greg Jeffrey is the Principle and Founder of Catholic Development Group.
Bryan Wilburn is the Director of Development for St. Paul’s Newman Center in Fargo, ND.
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Building Alumni Participation
Alumni Participation in the Annual Fund. Why do so few graduates support their alma mater? What can be done? Greg and Bryan brainstorm ideas for building alumni participation.
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The Role of a New President
The President’s Role. Formerly a teacher and principal, you’ve just accepted a job as president of a Catholic high school. What does this new job entail? How is it different than principal? Greg leads a discussion about how to take on this key role.
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The Foundation Beauty Pageant
Are foundation appeals just another beauty contest? Bryan shares his take regarding the return on investment of pursuing grant dollars.
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Why Fundraisers Get Out or Sell Out
Bryan explores a question with Greg: why do so many development professionals leave the non-profit world or turn to consulting jobs? Listen as they diagnose what is causing fundraisers to “get out or sell out.”
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People Give Because You Ask
Why do people give? On a basic level, most people of us know the answer. Because you asked! But in practice, how many nonprofits ask and ask well? Bryan shares a success story that highlights the fine art of asking.
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Nice Charities Finish Last
If your non-profit is out to change the world, just about the last thing you want your cause to be referred to as is “nice.” Bryan discuss with Greg how you can avoid being just another “nice” charity.