141: Authentic Giving - An Approach for Belonging
From Reflections on Generosity for Capital Campaigns by Small Town Capital Campaigns
March 16, 2026 · 5 min · Season 4 · Episode 141
About this episode
This episode reflects on the importance of authentic giving and building lasting relationships in fundraising.
"...Fund-raising must always aim to create new, lasting relationships...." This week, I’m reading a quote from The Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen, originally presented in 1992. Reflection questions: Which campaign donors do you need to offer communion, belonging, and friendship to this week?Thinking about the case for support, is it just an ask for a donation or is it also an offer for authentic giving and belonging?Reflection on quote: Last week, we discussed the scenario when t...
Topics covered
- fundraising
- authentic giving
- belonging
- relationships
- donor engagement
Keywords
- fundraising
- authentic giving
- donors
- relationships
- belonging
- community
- support
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