Ascent Philanthropy
– helping you to raise higher level major gifts
Ruth Irwin's Books - Major Gifts Unwrapped
Books One and Two
Available Now from Amazon!
Book One: UK and USA
Book Two: UK and USA
…. and also across Europe
Books One and Two
Available Now from Amazon!
Book One: UK and USA
Book Two: UK and USA
…. and also across Europe
"Great to see one of our longstanding members contributing to the sharing of ideas around excellent fundraising – which is what the Institute is all about"
Peter Lewis, Chief Executive, Institute of Fundraising, UK
"Ruth's book is packed with powerful principles, ideas and case studies for raising millions for your charity. If you are a major donor fund raiser, whether seasoned with experience or starting out, you need to read this book!"
Matt Bird, Founder of Cinnamon Network International
Ruth Irwin is a seasoned professional in the development of Major Gift Programmes.
She can help build your Major Donor efforts to a multi-million £ programme through advice or interim management.
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