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How transactional donor relationships kill generosity

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In a scale, it might look like this: Helpful reciprocity Loved one (lover, spouse, close family) Friend Teammate Colleague Neighbor Community member Transactional reciprocity Customer Merchant Stranger Harmful reciprocity Competitor Enemy Relationship signals are reciprocity signals. It’s saying, “We’re not here to help you!”

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3 Big Reasons Why An ‘Ask’ Is Mostly About Your Donor’s Hero Story (Not Your Organization’s)

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This can happen with natural disasters or social and political events.[14] But increasing anger didn’t work if the gift just generally helped people. Does this mean that deadlines help? Charitable organizations’ storytelling influence on donors’ emotions and intentions. But this threat can disappear.