Valuable Visits

Want to stand out this holiday season? Get creative with your stewardship efforts: ?? Curate a photo collage of the impact they've made. ??? Send a personalized video message from your team. ?? Share a "year in review" impact report highlighting their contribution. Make it personal. Referencing a donor’s specific gift or interest makes all the difference. Major donors remember the organizations that make them feel appreciated. Go the extra mile this year! Looking for more ideas? Lets talk about it over a FREE 1 hour coaching call to learn about how we can help support your mission! Schedule a visit today by clicking the link below! https://lnkd.in/gyJUewv8

Fall is a season of gratitude, and showing it to major donors is one of the best investments you can make. Here are some tips: Host a small donor appreciation event (in person or virtual). Deliver handwritten thank-you notes with personalized anecdotes. Share an impact snapshot, a simple one-pager showing what their giving accomplished. Take time this season to say “thank you” with authenticity and warmth!

Donors give to solve problems, not to fund organizations. Around the holidays, connect on an emotional level by sharing impact stories: Whose lives were changed? What challenges were overcome? How did donors play a key role? Make your donor the hero of the story. Use phrases like, "Thanks to your support, [specific change]." This reinforces their crucial role and builds long-term loyalty. Share a favorite story from your work this year, your audience will love it!

Create a shared vision with your donors. they’re your partners in change.

Building donor relationships takes time, but a strong foundation leads to lasting support.

People want to be part of solutions, not just fill gaps. Share how their gift changes lives.

Showing appreciation keeps your donors engaged and valued, and it inspires them to stay committed.

Great fundraisers know that understanding donor motivations is key to building long-term connections.

Build relationships first, and the support for your cause will follow naturally.