Thoughts from the Group

In donor relations, we often talk about gratitude, stewardship, and impact, but the most transformative moments happen when we translate...

Many of us have that one donor story—a family or individual we've met who made an impact on us and the way we approach our work. We're...

Bespoke engagement plans for top donors are one of the hottest topics in fundraising, and for good reason––the “one-size-fits-all”...

Okay, yes, we know. Naming infrastructure and gift acceptance policies sound about as exciting as watching paint dry. But here’s the...

Of The 4 PIllars of Donor Relations , perhaps the fastest changing pillar is that of recognition. Even saying the word “recognition”...

You’ve heard it before, and we’ll say it again: experiencing the impact of generosity is at the heart of the donor experience—and a key...

Have formal donor recognition societies already had their day in the sun? Should we be eliminating or investing in them? That is the big...

Have you ever gotten so deep into a subject that you can’t recall what brought you there in the first place? The concept of...

A donor just made a gift to support your organization, so what comes next? You may be asking yourself, “Now what happens? Should I ask...

Everything we do in donor relations adds value to our fundraising operation. Full stop. As a major gift fundraiser turned donor relations...

One of our favorite aspects of the recently redesigned DRG website is the Free Resources section, featuring a revamped and expanded...

By Jan McGuire (It’s so hard to say goodbye) Recognition societies have been long-time staples in our work in donor relations. But are...

By Matthew Helmer It’s (almost) here – the light at the end of the tunnel for nonprofit event planners. For some, it’s the end of a long...

Summer is around the corner, and this is the time of year most of us, including your donors, will carve out time to unplug and/or travel....

Innovation is one of our core values at DRG. We love shaking things up and surprising and delighting donors with the unexpected. When...

By Holly Kizer You get one chance to convert a first-time donor into a lifetime supporter. Think of it like a first date, you want to put...

By Colton Withers Why do so many nonprofit organizations still cling to donor honor rolls as a way to recognize donors for their giving?...

By Holly Kizer Sailing the world, designer handbags, vacation homes—how can we show our major gift donors our appreciation when they...

One of the most significant shifts we experienced during the pandemic was in the event space. We were forced to step away from "the way...

There is a shift happening in donor relations, and we're here for it! In fact, we've been championing this approach for a few years now....