If you can t arrange a personal meeting, call. Put a human face or voice on your group. During the meting, ask questions about the foundation that aren t answered in their prepared materials. Only submit a proposal if the answer is yes. Civic groups are always looking for good speakers.
Messages provide information and generate support while callers wait to be connected.
This low-cost marketing tool also keeps impatient callers from hanging up. About 450 companies now use on-hold messaging. An estimated seven of 10 callers are put on hold when they make a phone call. Use every opportunity to communicate with the public. Or, list your core services.