You could ask these questions of your members through a questionnaire.  This
would kill two birds with one stone - 1. You would get the answers to your
questions. 2. They would be aware that rates may rise (and you could explain
the reasons for this).

I recently read an article by Marie Malaro about the importance of
remembering why non-profits originated and why we should keep public
accountability a top concern.  It helped me realize that people give because
they want to help, not because they're going to get a coffee mug.  Incentives
are nice but people give to what they believe is important.

I hope this is helpful.

Adrienne F. Barkley
Coordinator
John A. Logan College Museum
Carterville, Illinois 62918

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