160. How to convince corporate partners of your value, with Ben Swart and Rob Woods

Fundraising Bright Spots

How do you convince companies that partnering with your charity is valuable to them too?

Good corporate fundraisers have always known that the best charity partnerships are genuinely win/win. But not all companies understand this, which is a major reason they may be reluctant to consider a partnership, or to give more. How can you help them see it, and so be more open to the possibility?

Ben Swart shares advice to help you be confident about the value of corporate partnerships and skillful in conveying it to companies. Ben and Rob a range of practical things you can do to improve your results when persuading companies to partner with your charity.

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