134: How Mid-Level Programs Drive Major Gift Growth with Jeff Schreifels

Co-founder of Veritus Group, Jeff Schreifels shares how to identify true major gift prospects, why two-thirds of donors don't want deeper relationships, and how mid-level programs unlock significant giving opportunities. Read More on the Learning Edge Blog Resources Mentioned Connect with Jeff: LinkedIn Veritus Group | The consulting firm Jeff co-founded in 2009 that works with nonprofits globally to create, build, and manage mid and major gift programs. Veritus Group Academy – An online training center launched in 2016 for fundraisers worldwide to develop skills in mid and major gifts.

Consultant Barbara Shelton shares how deep donor profiles and meaningful conversations transform campaigns. In this episode of ChatBytes, she reveals how researchers, consultants, and gift officers can slow down, ask better questions, and raise both their expectations—and their results. Read More in the Learning Edge Blog Resources Mentioned Connect with Barbara Shelton | LinkedIn Explore the Aspire Research Group Learn more about M.Gale

Courtney Cutler debunks myths, shares the nuances of due diligence and delivers tips for getting started in your organization. Read More on the Learning Edge Blog

Working across many areas of higher education, Aisha Maddox shares how her genuine curiosity led her to a fulfilling career in prospect development. In this episode, she shares the power of asking questions, the impact of community through APRA, and the many hats she wears as Director of Research and Relationship Management at Rollins College. Resources Mentioned Connect with Aisha: LinkedIn Learn more: Rollins College Advancement Join the Village: APRA Florida | APRA International

Bethany Morley, Director of Prospect Strategy and Research at West Chester University Foundation, combines frontline fundraising experience with genealogical expertise. She reveals how targeted portfolio adjustments yielded significant results, including a $1.5M planned gift. Connect with Bethany: LinkedIn Learn more: West Chester University Foundation  

Janet Weimar shares how the University of Iowa reimagined qualification and major gift portfolios for greater clarity and collaboration within the entire team. Connect with Janet: LinkedIn

Janna Lee shares top tips for keeping prospects engaged during staff turnover

For Carol Horner philanthropy is about more than making a donation, it’s a lifestyle. Connect with Carol: LinkedIn | Spiral of Accountability book | Synchronicity Website Connect with Rotary: Rotary International | Rotary of Council Bluffs Noon | The Rotary Foundation  

Ruthie Giles explains the route from organized chaos to managed portfolios.

Devon Villa Gessert shares how she made the leap from doing to planning.  >> Read More on the Learning Edge Blog