Listen "What to Say: 12 Gift Asks to Get a YES"
Episode Synopsis
I wrote a short, punchy field guide with word-for-word major gift ask scripts so you can make confident, collaborative solicitations (without the anxiety). In this video I share why I wrote it, what’s inside, and how to use it to book more meetings, tailor your ask to head/heart/gut donors, and handle objections like a pro. This one is for you executive directors, major gift officers, and directors of development!You’ll learn:-Why “asking” is a joyful, professional invitation—not “begging”-The 12 ask scripts and when to use each-The 5 elements of a strong ask-How to read head / heart / gut donors and tailor your language-A simple way to handle money, timing, fit, trust, and curveball objections-Confidence boosters to beat impostor syndrome (including my pre-ask pep-talk routine)-Common mistakes to avoid so you shorten time-to-gift📘 What to Say: 12 Major Gift Asks to Get a Yes → BUY THE BOOK 🚀 Want coaching support? Major Gift Momentum cohorts → https://heyfundraiser.com/momentumWho this is for:New and seasoned MGOs, EDs at small–mid nonprofits, and anyone who wants practical, permission-based language to book meetings, design the ask, and handle objections with ease.#fundraising #majorgifts #nonprofit #donorrelations #whatToSay #askwithconfidence #permissionbasedfundraising💻 Connect with Mary Petersen Website: www.heyfundraiser.com YouTube: @heyfundraisers Instagram: @heyfundraiser LinkedIn: Mary Petersen Email: [email protected] 🎯 Ready to Level Up Your Donor Meetings? If you’re tired of leaving donor meetings with no gift, no timeline, and no follow-up plan, it’s time to learn the strategy that changes everything. Check out Major Donor Meeting Mastery — my signature course that shows you exactly how to create momentum in the meeting, not after it. ➡️ Learn more
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