The Art of Asking
Written by
Gene Brandt
As an old fashioned fundraiser who grew up before the advent of Facebook, YouTube and Twitter I...
"Age is a question of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." - Leroy "Satchel" Paige
Written by
Gene Brandt
I have been struck lately by a fact so distressing that I am reluctant to share it here. I guess I...
Is this a Blog or a Rant?
Written by
Gene Brandt
I’ll admit it. I tend to be a difficult donor. It’s not that I am an unusually bad person. I don’t...
Using Volunteers Effectively
Written by
Gene Brandt
It seems that I am continually reminded of the vital importance of volunteers in fundraising....
Big Gifts Take Time
Written by
Gene Brandt
I was interested to read the story in Crain’s Chicago Business this week about the $30 million...
Relationships Relationships Relationships!
Written by
Gene Brandt
If you have ever had a conversation with a real estate agent, you are undoubtedly aware of the...