n this episode, Tom continues his conversation with Curtis Eaton, who leads development work at the University of Cincinnati, and they dig into what it really looks like to stand on your values while you raise money.Curtis shares some of the most awkward donor moments he has faced, including bias and harmful assumptions, and talks honestly about when you have to push back, draw a line, or even be willing to walk away from a gift if it conflicts with your institution’s mission and commitments.From there, Tom and Curtis explore a deeply meaningful gift story from UC’s Gen-1 program for first-generation students, and how one donor’s own journey from housing insecurity to academic success led to transformational support for the next generation. Along the way, they talk about why frustration with inequity can be a powerful driver for your fundraising career, and what keeps Curtis energized by the work year after year.In this conversation, listeners will learn:
How to handle awkward or biased comments from donors without losing your footing
Why institutions sometimes must say “no” to money that conflicts with their values
How a first-generation student’s story can become the foundation of a powerful gift
Ways to connect donor stories, student stories and institutional impact
How to let your own convictions and experiences guide your path as a fundraiserLooking for fundraising coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net
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