After the excitement of a successful banquet, what comes next? In this episode, Heartbeat International’s Director of Affiliate Services, Kathy Jerman is joined by Haley Limo of Least of These Philanthropy to unpack the often-overlooked post-event follow-up. They discuss practical ways to thank supporters, segment donor lists, avoid burnout, and build meaningful relationships that last long after the gala lights fade. If your organization relies on large events for fundraising, this conversation will help you rethink your strategy and maximize your impact.

Resources:

• Concierge Consultations – https://www.heartbeatservices.org/training/on-site
• Advancement Trends in the Life Community Newsletters (Heartbeat affiliates) – https://www.heartbeatservices.org/resources/resources-by-topic/fundraising/the-lifetrends-connection
• View archives Advancement Trends newsletters here – https://www.heartbeatservices.org/affiliates/enews-archives/advancement-tlc
• Academy Course: Finding & Fostering Major Gifts – https://www.heartbeatservices.org/major-gifts-live-virtual-class-registration
• Heartbeat International Annual Conference (March 2026) – https://www.heartbeatservices.org/conference

Heartbeat International provides a forum to express a marketplace of ideas for an audience of life-affirming pregnancy help organizations and those who support such organizations. The ideas, views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and may or may not reflect advice, opinions, policies or views of Heartbeat International, Inc. Presenters come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, inside and outside of the Pregnancy Help Movement. We encourage listeners or viewers to do their own additional research and discern for themselves how to apply the materials presented.

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