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9 steps to get people to give

When it comes to asking for donations, an empty bucket and a sign saying “Donations Welcome” just doesn’t cut it. Here are 9 steps I use with clients to help them to raise more money from individuals.

October 2, 2025David BurgessBlog Summary, Homepage**Top Reads**, Case for Support, Individual Giving, Thanking
An AI-generated cartoon picture of a person wearing a shirt, tie and trousers, with a brain for a head. They are surrounded by piles of books to indicate how clever they are.

The Curse of Clever

It can be really easy to get swept away with a clever idea, such as some witty wordplay, quirky design or impressive piece of mental gymnastics. But clever is only clever if it works. So how do you stop the pursuit of “clever” derailing your fundraising?

December 9, 2024David BurgessBlog SummaryCase for Support, Fundraising Basics, Individual Giving, Strategy

Stockton Globe

Having secured HLF funding they needed to raise more

October 24, 2024David BurgessClient Summary, UncategorizedCapital, Case for Support, Strategy, Theatre

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