The choice of who to hire as a fundraiser can be one of the most important decisions that an organization makes.  Choosing the right development staff makes a world of difference in whether or not a ministry is able to build a successful and sustainable development program.  

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We come to you in this week's episode with an exciting opportunity.  We are thrilled to invite you to our 2025 RAISE Regional Workshops.  

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As Andrew and Rhen share in the episode, Petrus is changing things up in 2025.  Instead of hosting a large multi-day annual conference in ...

The start of the year is full of fresh goals, long to-do lists, and that faint hope that this will be the year you finally organize your inbox. (Spoiler alert: it won’t be.) 

But there’s one task you should definitely add to your calendar that’s both rewarding and surprisingly easy:  stewardship me...

Happy New Year!  We're back with our first Petrus Development Show episode of 2025, and we return with a discussion about fundraising attire.  Yep, you read that correctly.  We're talking about clothing.  In this episode, Andrew and Tara share details about how a fundraiser should dress for donor me...

In response to repeated inquiries about foundation funding, Petrus offers this special deep dive into how to maximize grantwriting success.  Join Andrew and Rhen as they explore strategic approaches for nonprofits seeking grants, including the key principle of treating foundations as major donors...

We're glad you're back for our second Petrus Development Show episode highlighting etiquette tips for fundraisers.  As with our previous episode on good dining behavior, Andrew and Rhen offer specific rules for formal table manners.  Again, we know this is a unique topic for one of our shows, but as...

Let’s face it—2024 was a big year for The Petrus Development Show! Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just here for the inspiration, these episodes struck a chord with listeners everywhere. So, grab your favorite coffee (or eggnog if that’s your thing), and let’s count down the top five episode...

We're shaking things up this week and going in a unexpected direction - we're talking about table manners and more!  In this episode,  Andrew and Rhen, as the leaders of our Petrus finishing school, discuss all things etiquette.  While, at first glance, this topic might seem superficial and tedious,...

In this episode of the Petrus Development Show, Andrew and Rhen dive deep into 5 critical challenges that often derail fundraising efforts, especially for those fundraisers who are just starting out.

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From the fundamental importance of a clear case for support to the often-over...

In this episode, Andrew and Rhen return with a short discussion on the pros and cons of giving days.  (Let it be known, however, that we at Petrus think the pros definitely outweigh the cons!) This episode is great for anyone who is curious about giving days and their potential for fundraising succe...

The end of the year is fast approaching—cue the Christmas carols, holiday lights, and of course, the critical fundraising push for nonprofits like yours. For major gifts officers, this is crunch time. 

Generosity is at its peak during these last few months - in fact, 30% of annual giving happens...

Petrus consultant Matt Bond joins Rhen on this episode of the Petrus Development Show to discuss all things donor visits.  This is another nuts and bolts interview geared especially for new fundraisers.  Listen now as Matt and Rhen walk you step-by-step through scheduling and hosting successful dono...