Conversations with Donors

There is scarcely a Board member in the world that truly enjoys raising money. However, most Board members are very comfortable talking with passion about the organization where they give their time and resources. So, it's time to begin the conversations and start building relationships with the people who care about your organization.

Positive, consistent interactions with donors are the best ways to build a sustainable source of philanthropic revenue. It is also the most effective means of stemming the tide of donor attrition. In this session, learn how you and your Board members can raise more funds by being the stewards of a vision.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

5:00 - 8:00 pm

The Greek Olive, 402 Sargent Drive, New Haven

Registration must include at least one staff and one Board member. Additional participants encouraged to attend. Registration is $50 per organization up to 3 people. Additional members can register for $20.

Advance registration required.

What You Will Learn:

• Understanding What Motivates Donors to Give
• Creating Your Personal Message that Resonates
• Effective Strategies for Engaging People
• Powerful Strategies for Keeping People Engaged

For over 30 years, Sharon J. Danosky, founder and president of Danosky & Associates, has dedicated her career to working with not-for-profit organizations. As a skilled consultant, she has helped grassroots organizations to grow, and led major initiatives for established nonprofit organizations. The range of organizations includes major medical facilities, human service organizations, environmental groups, children's causes and arts and cultural organizations, among others. Sharon is also a sought-after presenter at regional, national and international conferences including BoardSource, Land Trust Alliance Rally, Association of Fundraising Professionals and community foundations throughout the Northeast. In 1999, she was part of a ten-member delegation that worked with non-governmental organizations in Russia.

Danosky & Associates works with nonprofits to build their capacity to move their strategic vision forward with a solid foundation and an army of support behind them. Its 'one-stop shopping' approach draws upon five key disciplines that can work together as an integrated solution or be used independently to address specific concerns: Board Empowerment, Philanthropic Advancement, Financial Capacity, Management Transformation and Reputation and Crisis Management.