What to Say When You Ask for Major Gifts

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 24/04/2026

Stop saying 'support us at whatever level feels right.' Learn the exact 5-element ask formula, how to handle silence, and why specific numbers change everything.

Major Gifts
What to Say When You Ask for Major Gifts

Small Table Big Philanthropy: A Sneak Peek Inside the Book

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 17/04/2026

Discover why 10 people around a table outperform 500 at a gala. The small table philosophy, the staircase model, and the 3-Year Rule that builds major gifts.

Major Gifts
Small Table Big Philanthropy: A Sneak Peek Inside the Book

Why Donors Really Leave: Donor Retention Secrets

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 03/04/2026

Most donors leave quietly—not because you asked wrong, but because they don't feel seen. Discover the 7 touchpoints that keep donors climbing your staircase.

Fundraising Management
Why Donors Really Leave: Donor Retention Secrets

How to Close Major Gifts Faster (Without Rushing the Donor)

by: Mary PetersenPublished on: 21/09/2025

Stop waiting 18 months to ask for a major gift. You can close major gifts faster without rushing your donors. Learn how to build momentum with purpose, clarity, and partnership.

Major Gifts
How to Close Major Gifts Faster (Without Rushing the Donor)