By Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development
This post was originally written for the CCMA (Catholic Campus Ministry Association) Fundraising Focus Newsletter.
People often ask if it’s worth starting a fundraising program for their Catholic ministry. While the question seems straightforw...
 This post is an excerpt from Episode 5 of The Petrus Development Show.
Recently, I sat down with Peter de Keratry, Co-Founder of Petrus Development for a conversation for The Petrus Development Show. We covered a variety of topics, but one topic we covered was what development officers truly nee...
By Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development
In the world of nonprofit fundraising, the key ingredient in every successful development officer's strategy is a relentless focus on face-to-face visits. While other annual targets and goals are important, nothing is as crucial as getting in f...
By Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development
"A capacity, and taste, for reading gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others.” – Abraham Lincoln
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Every year as we get close to Christmas, my family always asks me to give them my Christmas list. Not really being one to...
Importance of Mission and Vision Statements
Mission and vision statements are essential guideposts for any organization, especially for small nonprofits or ministries. These foundational documents help your ministry execute, evaluate, grow, and adapt your organization’s purpose and direction.
When...
By Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development
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The Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey
In 2017, Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas and Louisiana, leaving destruction in its wake. Over 50 inches of rain fell in many parts of Houston and Southeast Texas, leading to:
- 500,000 ruined cars ...