Yes, members of your community already contribute time, talent and treasure to OSU Extension programs.
Also yes, some of them might be willing to build on their support, deepen their engagement and consider giving through other means, such as gifts of securities or IRA rollovers, following a personalized stewardship conversation.
We are here to help you find out! Connect with Your OSU Extension Advancement Team.
Check out the articles below to learn how long-term volunteerism is a great indication of who we should be reaching out to about leadership, major and deferred/estate gift opportunities.
Must-Read Fidelity Study on Link Dynamics between Giving and Volunteering
By Ruth McCambridge
“[I]f you run a big volunteer program, you may come into contact with them, because according to this report, ‘Eighty-seven percent of volunteers say there is overlap between the organizations they support financially and where they volunteer, with 43 percent describing significant or total overlap with the organizations they support financially and as a volunteer.'”
It’s Time to Stop Being Afraid of Asking Volunteers for Donations
By Billy Ratthahao
“Here’s some really good news. Almost 80% of volunteers will donate (Volunteering in America), and volunteers are 10x as likely to give than a non-volunteer (Fidelity Charitable)!
You are leaving precious dollars on the table by not tapping into your gold mine of volunteers!”