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I must admit that, I was surprised with myth 02, I am happy with the way the lecturer explained and clarified it. Before now I though fund raising was all about knowing rich people. Now I get to look at it from a different perspective.
I also learn something new by this myth
Myth 06: fundraising is a team effort
Exactly, that was what I thought,
Now I understand that a compelling story is more relatable and more successful
I appreciated learning more about myth #2. Creating my own donor map also helped me understand how myth number 2 was really just aa myth. I have a lot of connections
I thought the stories wouldn't always be a plus, but now I understand several UNICEF campaigns that have been successful in getting close to each donor, there is one campaign where they separate donors into a locked box away from what It happens outside, allowing that this leads the donor to meet with himself in the stage of his growth, this allows him to remind them of the key moment in which they felt a need, and when the activity ends they make a commitment to support the cause themselves. root of the senses that have been able to experience
Fantastic topic. I really appreciate this course.
I was very astonished by the myth Raising money is all about knowing rich people. Anyone could be able to a fundraiser.
This was a very informative class, I am a beginner and I learned a lot. Most of the myths I knew, there was one that gave me hope because the specialty that it needs is something that am good at. The story is more important to donors than the numbers
I thought too as well, I was like if you got the numbers then you are good
Indeed, even when I joined the course, I thought thus thing that will be much emphasized but I see it's about a stepwise approach, first your closest people are your number one funders before you reach to rich people
Agree, if donors see how your work aligns with theirs or their values thus a good place to start
Myth 3 struck me too, since I usually thought of fundraising as getting something but not about giving something as well. The opportunity to have an impact in the communities we work with in the organization is also an asset that we provide and acknowledging what we bring to the table is good for our empowerment. This helps us have more leverage at the moment of negotiating, since we are not only receivers, we also give.
I believe that myth 3 can be quite surprising. When it comes to fundraising, we often think of it as a one-way transaction. This, however, is not the case. While an organization may receive a donation, the donor may also receive something. This could be goods such as t-shirts or mugs, tax write-offs, or even the simple feelings of doing something important.
Sincerely, I'd always thought that it's a matter of being acquainted with wealthy people but now I'm knowledgeable in this aspect. Indeed, this first Module has broadened my reasoning & view about Fundraising generally. I'm greatly impressed & appreciative as well.
I was most surprised to learn that fundraising is beyond knowing rich people
I agree with all the myths mentioned above and I tried to avoid it in my actual work. I follow all the poInts mentioned and give due attention while communicating with donors; I take care of the way I communicate and try to engage them in the work we do and inspire them to keep their commitment in supporting our cause for a long by giving them an insight into the work that we actually do. I have been applying it in my everyday work.
It's really great to learn about it. I has changed my mind..
#4 surprised me - I thought speaking a lot about your org. is effective but it is important to speak to the donor's interests as well.
The two questions I found most helpful in the Podcast were 1) what problem is your organization trying to solve and 2) what can your organization give in exchange for a gift (tangible or intangible).
I think that Fundraising isn,t only know rich people. They are individuals persons working everyday in diferentes companies and They love to donate.
me too. I was a new knowledge for me. Im very Happy.
it was interesting for me that only knowing rich persons. Because I know people who work everyday and They love to be donors.
I was most surprised to learn that myth 1 was not true because I did not understand that in kind donations can also be fundraised .
This myths are important. I learnt a lot.
The myth that surprised me the most was the one about not talking about your non-profit so much but to instead ask the donor what interest him.Which makes more sense because the ultimate goal is to render a service that can be of use to someone else not self.
I strongly believed that Statistics were the single most important information that donors needed.
I also believed that donor needed to be informed about everything about the organization and project activities
I agree with the many other commenters that the myth about statistics being the key to fundraising was one I have held for a long time. I always thought that providing a donor with a clear vision of the results and the effectiveness of the organisation will convince them of our trustworthiness and effectiveness in addressing our cause. In the future, I will try to make more emphasis on personal stories and impact on individual lives.
I completely agree, I thought of it as black and white the transaction between donor and recipient. I think making it more colorful and showing the value for both is essential but I think to show the value to the donor you must develop a relationship and research the donor.
The last myth surprised me the mot because there is a certain attitude that is maintained on the internet these days that makes one think that appreciating donors has be do with physical courtesy visits.
I was most surprised about myth 4 because I always think about how important it is to share how you are accomplishing the work. I understand that it may not be necessary to tell the donors as much as possible, but I believe it's important to choose what is most important and share that with them in a detailed way.
I was most surprised to find out that myth number 4 was not true. I believe it is important to share how the work is being accomplished. Therefore, I think it's important to analyze what is most important and carefully present it to donors.
It was surprising for me that we did not need to tell donors as much as possible about ourselves, instead focusing on listening to their personal experiences and tying them up with our fundraising goals.
I was most surprised to find out that myth number 4 was not true. I believe it is important to share how the work is being accomplished. Therefore, I think it's important to analyze what is most important and carefully present it to donors.
In fundraising, one person gives and another receives.
You should always try to tell a donor as much about your organization or project as possible.
Was notable as I thought the very nature of transaction to both give and receive. That said I did not think the giver gets as much out of the deal than the recipient, that the giver is doing the recipient a favour, but this course is making me see otherwise.
Was notable as as this is standard practice, however the idea that people love to talk about themselves is true, thus it makes sense to listen, and let them speak about how X organisation/cause/person has helped them in whichever way - be that the recipient or benefactor. Also it's a given that people love stories more than formal speeches as to what the organisation and project are about.
It is very educative
Fundraising is very important
Thank you so much
Myth 1, 2 and 4 blew my mind, I always thought that by following those Myths you are sure of successfully raising large sum of money to support your organisation.
All along have been thinking and I knew that when you are making a case to a donar, statistics and facts are the only thing that matter but through this study I learnt that it really the case, there's more to only statistics and facts . Am glad have learnt
Myth no2. Not necessarily surprising, but you sometimes expect people that are doing better financially to donate more, that is why the focus sometimes is on finding rich people, or complaining about the lack of rich people between our acquintances.
Myth no2. Not necessarily surprising, but you sometimes expect people that are doing better financially to donate more, that is why the focus sometimes is on finding rich people, or complaining about the lack of rich people between our acquintances.
Myth 7 really caught my attention. I sincerely thought that the Internet had completely changed the approach to fundraising.
I found the discussion around myth #5 to be very interesting. Organizations that I have worked with in the past have tended to provide an overabundance of statistics and facts to aid in buy-in from potential donors. Learning how to better incorporate those statistics into storytelling is an area of improvement for several organizations that I work with.
One myth that caught my attention was myth 1.
I found it interesting to allow the donor to speak more and the fundraiser to speak less. There's a lot to cover in a lot of organizations. Its better to let the donor talk themselves into why they care.
I was really surprised about the myth that one should give as much information as possible about your project or program. Initially I thought that you should give every single detail of your project in order to generate trust and confidence about the goals, vision and accomplishments. I normally used to prepared talking points, Q&A, briefing documents, etc. Hence, I build my pitch to address the meetings and show my business case and the ways to create value partnerships and alliances. Learning that listening is a best strategy makes a lot of sense since it really helps the counterpart to express their needs, goals and eventually their plan for the partnership. They also could tend to express their individual aspirations and expectations that could lead to a closer and more empathetic conversation. Active and effective listening is clearly a skill that any fundraiser should develop and enhance in order to become more successful in their goals and partnership building.
Completely agree and also surprising. We should become a more active listeners.
I thought myth 4 was quite interesting and that it highlights the importance of finding a balance between providing information and tailoring information towards an individual donor
I thought so to, for adding value and transparency
Myth 1 surprised me because I never imagined that the donor is invited to be part of the objective of the organization
I thought Statistics and facts was an important role in fund raising. I now know story telling is vital.
Exactly.
It is all about listening in order to collect information that will help in finding means to get donors involved in your cause.
Its interesting to me to hear that the internet has not change the process of fundraising as the seventh myth implied.
Hence, even with the advent of internet, fund raising process still need to be employed for a successful fundraising adventure.
I was most surprised to learn that myth 4 was not true because I felt that to sell our idea or the purpose of our project/organization we had to intimate the Donor deeply on what we do, our aim and how the fundraising will aid in achieving our goals.
The myth that surprised the most is myth number 4, I thought the donor should know as much information as you can offer for them to decide weather they are ready to give you money or not. But now I get it and it makes a lot of sense
Before enrolling for this course I thought that statistics and numbers were the only important things needed to convince a donor but after this course I've been able to learn that it is a false myth. I was also able to learn that donors most of the time are more interested in stories than numbers
The best part of this module was that it provided a very concise and comprehensive understanding of fundraising and how to actually go about the process. Using stories is definitely a much more efficient way of emphasizing a fundraising campaign and at the same time, it is also one of the most important steps towards understanding how people have standpoints about major theme areas and then capitalizing on it through the fundraising principles - making it an equal opportunity transaction where both parties benefit rather than it being a one sided exchange. This is important and must be appreciated.
indeed it is not about knowing rich people. initially, in life your trust and the way to relate with people matters. keep the friendship open and transparent with full trust, you will get support from different angles.
I have now learnt for long I believed in the myth that in fundraising, one person gives and another receives
totally agree with you
i had the same thought as well that one seeking funds speak more to justify the reason for the funding
I really enjoyed to learn about the myths and the clarification to demystify them.Especially myth 6,you need teamwork to succeed in fundraising.?
Great Sir.Me too thought so but the myths have widened my scope of understanding. I really appreciate this cause Dr Tom Wolf and entire philanthropy University.My brother let's keep fire burning.
In deed networks are created from known to unknown, everyone in your social space is valuable
I have always lived to believe that you should always try to tell a donor as much about your organization or project as possible so that they can know you better but I have learnt that its about knowing more of the donor's interests.
In fundraising both parties give and take each other- and actual application on the ground of this approach would be a win-win for all.
yes, even small donations from a lot of people could do what we want. for that, this approach is very apt.
My kind of belief is far from the myths. Knowing rich people is not necessary when it comes to fund raising. As a matter of fact strangers could be of help in most cases.
1 was the most surprising.
What if you have exhausted all of your family and friends?
I was most surprised to learn that myth 4 was not true because I have always believed that Honesty is the best policy. After reading the logic shared by Tom, Am I disappointed? No I'm not. I still believe that Honesty is the Bestest policy. I think this Myth talks about being a good listener and answering to the point.
One question I have about myth 4: NO i don't I need to teach myself to be a good listener and answering to the point. By talking too much I can discourage a Giving Heart, Anyways no one or no organization is perfect.
Good question. There are Coworkers and Acquaintances. I guess that's a good Bank of contacts
Before this module I thought it was essential to tell donors all about your organisation and project to earn their trust but this module has given me a new insight to it.
Didn't know that myth 3 matters as much in fundraising but now I see it's importance
I wasn't really shocked to discover these myths, but the one that surprised me was number 4, that it's not necessary to talk about your project or organisation in detail, but rather find out more about the donor and find common ground or interest to anchor your funding request.
Fundraising is not just about raising Funds. Thank you so much for broadening my thinking on Fundraising. I'll keep this in my mind and share with my team We move forward.
I have to Unlearn this habit that me the great fundraiser is an individual superstar. It's Team Work all the way. Thank you for the learning
The 5th myth got me more surprised. I always thought it was a fact
The podcast by Tom on the 7 myths was very helpful. Myth number 4. "You should always try to tell the donor as much about your org or project as possible." Caught my attention. Moving forward I'll try balancing providing info on our org and listening to the potential donors.
I was also surprised by myth number two . I have always believed that donors are rich people. The way number 2 was explained has change my thoughts when sourcing for donations
this courses very usufull
Myth 4 surprise me as i believe to get the donor confidence its really important if donor is asking for some extra information about our organization we should provide them for better transparency
The course is designed beautifully and i have learnt a lot from the course
I was most surprised to learn that Myth 4 (You should always try to tell a donor as much about your organization or project as possible) was not true because I have always believed that details are very important for anyone to understand what you're about, and for this reason, one should be ready to tell it all. One question I have about Myth 4 is, how much information is too much information.
I agree with this statement. And I'm motivated to start seeking support in this manner.
I was shocked to know that myth number two is not true ' Raising money is all about knowing rich people' and came to realize raising money begins with the inner circle as it broads. For example i may know few friends who are connected to rich people etc.
The podcast was really useful to recognize some scenearios that we don't approach due to the preception of non being capable enough or with the wrong expectations
I was most surprised by the myth - In fundraising, one person gives and another receives.
I always saw it as transactional but there is more to it than that. I am giving them my time, expertise, and the opportunity to share their gifts with others. They are receiving the gift of giving and making other's lives better, a connection to a bigger picture, and the ability to dig deeper into their compassion for others.
My myth was that facts and statistics is important but telling the stories are more powerful than facts and statistics
It is not so important to share everything with donor about the organization or project, but be a good listener leading the conversation and responding to donor as per their interests.
I was most surprised to learn that myth 4 was not true because I have always been told to tell donors as much about our organization so they are well informed about the work we do. One question I have about myth 4 is how much is too much?
The fourth myth caught me off guard because I always thought that the more data & stats provided, the better the impression generated. If I'm understanding this correctly, we should blend in some real life stories & events in addition to the stats & figures to enrich the presentation & make it more attractive. Plus we should also pay heed to what the donors have to say as well while we present to make it more interactive.
I was surprised that we shouldn't provide every detail about our organization or the processes going on to our donor. It makes me realize that sometimes not every donor needs as much information and we should be more preceptive of the actual needs of our donor so to our time and theirs
Myth #7 The internet has completely changed. how has it changed? does it mean we shall not be able to get access to the donors because of the internet? more clarification on the myth #7
I was a bit surprised to learn that myth 3 was not true because I thought fundraising was about getting people to give something to you. Though it makes sense that you also try to give something to your donors for them to feel appreaciated.
most of the myths i believed are those listed in the seven. now i know the truth about fundraising
I always thought fundraising was really about money, you know, like "funds" haha! Thoroughly enjoying this course already.
I was very surprised to learn that fundraising is a mutually beneficial transaction: You have to offer something of value to donors in exchange for their support. One question I have about Myth 3 is: ____We are in need and solicit actions from people in a position to help us, apart from soliciting their compassion for their contribution to our cause, I don't know what we can offer them. Do you have any concrete examples of what we can bring to donors? _______ .
What surprise me is myth number 5, because I always this that a clear statistic and some other documents is really important for the fund raising.