Global Village Fundraising Handbook Page 19
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44ASKING IN PERSON
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Outline
Before the meeting
Before you schedule the meeting, prepare the donor that you will be asking for
something. Potential donors do not like to be surprised by solicitations that they
were not expecting. On the phone it is as simple as, “Hi, Bill. I think you might be
interested in supporting the Habitat for Humanity project I’m participating in and
I’ d like to meet with you to tell you more about it. ”
The meeting
mention that connection and acknowledge them for their work/commitment
to the mission. If not, why do you think they could be interested? It could be
an interest in poverty housing issues, an interest in the region you are visiting
or an interest in supporting your leadership development and your passions.
ink about what will resonate most for them.
and stories of Habitat’s impact and why that inspires you. How are you helping
to support the mission and why does this move you?
not asking for money.
the donor instructions on how to give online or via the phone.
and consideration — or a note thanking them for their gi .
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