Category Archives: special events

Ideas for memorial giving

Posted on April 7, 2012 by

It’s spring, and a fundraiser’s fancy turns to…how donors can memorialize loved ones at Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and wedding anniversaries. Tony Martignetti has some great ideas on his blog. Tony writes: “Start thinking about your promotion of … Continue reading →

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M-P Food Share uses numerous information outlets

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

Across several communication channels, Marion-Polk Food Share maintains a steady stream of information to the public about programs, events and needs. “We on the public relations team have our ears tuned to finding stories within MPFS,” said Phil McCorkle, vice … Continue reading →

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10 ways to re-energize your major gifts program

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

Major Gifts Guru Tom Wilson outlined 10 ways to re-energize a major gifts program, starting with spending time where the gifts comes from. Wilson’s presentation Dec. 8 highlighted the annual meeting of the Mid-Valley Development Professionals at the Willamette Heritage … Continue reading →

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