Monday, December 3, 2012

Pledging, Part II

I have already written about pledging for NPR and PBS.  My donor gift came today (not the 6-8 weeks projected at the time of my pledge.)  And, it is as advertised.  I could not find much on TV, so guess what, I am listening to my donor gift.

I was thinking about the volunteers who work the pledge phones. The person I spoke to took all of my information, and then plodded on to ask if I would pay for the shipping for the pledge gift.  At this point, her voice sounded tired and apologetic:  We are asking for your money at a pledge level, then even asking for more.

I thanked the volunteer for her efforts at the completion of my pledge transaction.  She seemed a little speechless. I wonder how many thank yous those volunteers get.

Well, do not forget to support NPR and PBS.

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