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Did you know that the average participant in your fundraising races or walks recruits three to four donors for your cause? Their guide outlines a four-step process for identifying, engaging, qualifying, cultivating and converting event donors. Are you doing all you could to embrace these friends of friends? Be sure to: 1.
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The emphasis is on quick wins, often at the cost of building real relationships with donors. Without an understanding of each donors personal motivation, its hard to foster a connection that lasts. Tactical, Not Relational In low-dollar fundraising, donors are often treated like targets rather than valued partners.
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