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Ep. 197- Be Thankful-And Watch What Happens

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Summary:
Clark shares his November playbook for development officers: how to turn Thanksgiving into a month-long movement of gratitude that naturally inspires giving. From pulling lists in October to writing year-end letters in December, he explains how to stay relationally abundant and avoid those awkward, last-minute “can you give before midnight?” calls.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why gratitude—not urgency—is your most powerful fundraising motivator

  • The difference between thank-you calls and gratitude calls

  • How to structure your October, November, and December moves for maximum impact

  • How small, consistent “no-ask” touches create major giving opportunities later

  • Why there’s no such thing as a “transactional” gift

Key Quotes:

  • “Gratitude is an attractive quality. People give without being asked.”

  • “There are no underperforming donors—only underperforming organizations.”

  • “Trust the process, and the big gifts will come.”

Action Step:Turn November into “Gratitude Month.” Send notes, texts, and cards. Make calls. Don’t ask—just thank.

Connect with Clark:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 MajorGiftsFundraiser.com

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Manage episode 515913860 series 3184380
Content provided by Clark Vandeventer. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Clark Vandeventer or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Summary:
Clark shares his November playbook for development officers: how to turn Thanksgiving into a month-long movement of gratitude that naturally inspires giving. From pulling lists in October to writing year-end letters in December, he explains how to stay relationally abundant and avoid those awkward, last-minute “can you give before midnight?” calls.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why gratitude—not urgency—is your most powerful fundraising motivator

  • The difference between thank-you calls and gratitude calls

  • How to structure your October, November, and December moves for maximum impact

  • How small, consistent “no-ask” touches create major giving opportunities later

  • Why there’s no such thing as a “transactional” gift

Key Quotes:

  • “Gratitude is an attractive quality. People give without being asked.”

  • “There are no underperforming donors—only underperforming organizations.”

  • “Trust the process, and the big gifts will come.”

Action Step:Turn November into “Gratitude Month.” Send notes, texts, and cards. Make calls. Don’t ask—just thank.

Connect with Clark:
📧 [email protected]
🌐 MajorGiftsFundraiser.com

  continue reading

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