Thoughts on gift planning, philanthropy, and why simple is usually better.
Richard writes about what he sees in the field: what works, what gets overcomplicated, and the ideas worth arguing about.
Gift planning is a field full of complexity. Richard is not interested in adding to it. His posts are short, direct, and grounded in 15 years of real donor conversations. If you work in development, philanthropy, or you're just trying to figure out what to do with your giving, there's something here for you.
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Why Simple Gift Structures Close More Gifts Than Complex Ones.
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What Donors Are Actually Thinking When You Bring Up Planned Gifts
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Five Signs Your Gift Planning Program Needs Attention
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