Newsletter November 2008
Lori Jacobwith eCommunity Update
Volume 2 Issue 6
I am delighted to announce the unveiling of my newly updated website! Please visit LoriJacobwith.com to see all the new things on the site. And return often, there is more in-store over the coming weeks!
Tip of the Month
Increasing Donor Retention Through Follow-up
I have begun a weekly blog that will soon allow comments from readers. Please check out the recent entry from Friday, November 7.
I recently heard Penelope Burke speak in Minneapolis, author of Donor Centered Fundraising. My blog entry identifies the top three things I learned from Penelope about what donors want when they make a contribution that will cause them to continue giving.
Prompt and meaningful follow up are #1 and #2 … click here for the blog.
Final Sustainable Strategies Workshop for 2008
I am offering my final condensed fundraising workshop of the year on December 9. We have a very full session … but there is room for a few more!
In the 3 hour session we will cover the following topics:
- Money and How Your Organization Talks About It
- Raising Funds in Challenging Times
- Sharing the Story of Your Organization Powerfully
- Asking People to Be Involved or Give with Ease
- And more …
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
9:00 am — Noon
Hosted by RBC Wealth Management in the Dain Rauscher Tower, Minneapolis
Fee
$81 per person
$72 per person if more than one from an organization
Do You Fully Engage Your Board in Fundraising?
I have created a fun and information packed three- to six-hour session for your board members that will generate a team approach to fund raising. These sessions have been incredibly successful in creating enthusiasm and accountability between board and staff. Call me to discuss a customized board session for your organization.
Download a .pdf for more information.
Happy Thanksgiving and please keep in touch to let me know about your fundraising success!
– Lori L. Jacobwith