Ask board members to write thank you notes, on personal stationery, to any donors they know. Use the phone. You will surprise and delight your donors with a quick, painless acknowledgement call. If you re nervous about the call, or want to limit your time on the phone, try calling when no one will be there and leave a brief, upbeat message. Acknowledge donors in your newsletter.
Many organizations publish names of contributors in their newsletters and annual reports.
Before doing this, give donors the chance to remain anonymous. If donors don t check the box, it s okay to print their names. Invite donors to tour your facility. The best way to engage people in your work is to show them, first-hand, what you do all day. Invite contributors to one of your activities.