Tips for Thanking Donors & Funders

The following is a list of top tips for thanking donors effectively. It is a great list to keep handy because it can be applied to individuals or foundation donors. The list is mostly common sense, but just like Emily Post shares common sense etiquette advice, we usually know what should be done--just not always how to do it. Enjoy this list and keep it close as a gentle reminder to stay on track with donor cultivating and stewardship.

• Ask donors for advice--it makes them feel valued.
• Focus on the most-loyal donors, and give them the attention they deserve.
• Use organization leaders and board members to call and thank donors.
• Send donors additional materials, such as books or articles about your organization's mission.
• Invite donors on field trips or site visits to see your work first-hand.
• Be specific in your thank-you notes about the results of the donors' gifts.

Adapted from article by Chronicle of Philanthropy

~Cheers!