Stories from or about Donors

Many respondents in our annual Burk Donor Survey have been giving for decades, but most still vividly remember what inspired them to become donors. As you draft your next appeal, shape your next [...]

It’s that time again when I get to revel in the stories from donors about what inspired them to start giving. So far, more than 16,000 active American donors have participated in The 2021 Burk [...]

Over the years I have asked donors hundreds of questions about philanthropy and fundraising, but my favorite is always, “Can you remember the first time you gave?” Every donor can. Consciously [...]

…stories from donors about the first time they made a charitable gift

…how a skilled and sensitive telemarketer created a lifetime donor

…quotes from donors on why they give (from the 2013 Burk Donor Survey)

…stories from donors about what would inspire them to give more generously

…why canvassing is underrated as a fundraising program that builds relationships

…how leadership volunteers’ unique influence with donors is undermined by their own lack of confidence in fundraising