Here is a quick way to avoid the dreaded question: “do you want do donate X$?” and start gaining more support by using the more friendly and positive question: “do you want to help”.
This is huge! This is the best advice I can give about telephone fundraising … ever.
You don’t ask for money, you ask for help – and then tell the person how he can help (ie. donate).
Solution
For busy reader – let me just give you the solution first – and then later explain why it works.
Example
You: It is important that we help as many children as fast as possible and I understand that you agree. Do you want to help poor children in Africa?
Her: Actually … yes I want … how do I do it?
You: We have a good program, we know what to do. We just need resources. Some people are able to donate 20$ a month. Is that feasible for you?
Why it works
- People don’t want to give away money, they want to help. This is a way to put the help in focus.
- Most people want to help, so you get a yes. See the Yes Latter.
- It makes dealing with objections easier.
- You put less pressure and guild on the person … pressure and guild are VERY POOR tools for a fundraiser to use.
Hi! My name is Alex. I live in Donetsk, Ukraine, where is difficult conditions for life, because of war. I lost my gob, and it’s very difficult to find new one, I can’t find way to escape from this, I have to pay credit bills. I’m desperate, please help, if it’s possible.
My name is Alex. I live in Donetsk, Ukraine, where is difficult conditions for life, because of war. I lost my gob, and it’s very difficult to find new one, I can’t find way to escape from this, I have to pay credit bills. I’m desperate, please help, if it’s possible.
Please help him :
https://www.youcaring.com/azharshaikh-693395