Ask Without Fear!: A Simple Guide to Connecting Donors With What Matters to Them Most - Softcover

Marc A. Pitman

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1933715545 ISBN 13: 9781933715544

Publisher: Executive Books, 2008

Synopsis

IS FUNDRAISING FUN FOR YOU?

Are your board members beating down your door with new donors that are ready to make a gift? If that's not your reality yet, international fundraising trainer Marc A. Pitman's "Ask Without Fear!" is for you!

In this fun, easy-to-read book, he:

• Explains in a step-by-step, easy to remember process how to build authentic relationships with your donors -- and help them connect with your cause in the way that matters most to them!
• Identifies time-tested research tools to help you plan your fundraising campaign!
• Exposes the 7 most common fundraising mistakes -- and how to avoid them!
• Shows how to become skilled at indentifying a person's personality traits and tailoring your message to fit their personality -- even on the fly!

Perfect for nonprofit employees and board members, Ask Without Fear! helps you move your fundraising from a static, one-way, organization-centered monologue to a dynamic, donor-centered, two-way dialogue. This book gives you the tools to raise serious money for your favorite cause!

About this title

About the Author

Marc A. Pitman, is an internationally-recognized nonprofit development consultant and fundraising trainer. The founder of FundraisingCoach.com and a Certified Franklin Covey Coach, Marc has helped raise millions of dollars for organizations ranging from schools to colleges, from hospitals to hospices, from community theaters to churches. 

A noted expert quoted in print, radio, and TV, Marc is a sought-after speaker at conferences and seminars and a regular contributor at 501MissionPlace.com. When he's not helping others get passionate about raising money, he enjoys coffee, reading, and travel. Marc resides in Waterville, Maine, with his incredible wife and three amazing kids. And if you drive by him in a car, you're likely to see him singing 80's tunes loud enough to embarrass his kids.

From the Back Cover

"'Get REAL' will take on new meaning for board and staff members who read this book. Readable, on point, filled with memorable stories and well-tested practices, this little book is a great addition to the field of pragmatic advice to those looking for more successful engagement in fundraising."

Kay Sprinkel Grace, Principal, Transforming Philanthropy and author, Beyond Fundraising

San Francisco, CA

"I enjoyed Ask Without Fear! Marc has taken a subject that has been written about often and given it a new twist. Clearly, his effort is a work of passion and love. My hat is off to him."

Jerry Linzy, Senior Managing Partner Panas, Linzy & Associates

Chicago, IL

"This short, practical book gives you a series of step-by-step methods to raise more money, faster and easier than you ever thought possible."

Brian Tracy, Author The Psychology Of Selling

"Marc is a skillful and knowledgable coach, and a true expert on fundraising. He provided very helpful fundraising advice to a nonprofit where I serve on the board. If you need someone to assist with any area of fundraising, Marc is your guy!"

C.J. Hayden, Author Get Clients Now!

Edition details

• Publisher: Executive Books
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1933715545
• ISBN 13: 9781933715544
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 95