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
Every year as we get close to Christmas, my family always asks me to give them my Christmas...
Henry Ford said, “You can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do.”
Nonprofit newsletters, when done well, can be an effective means of spreading the good word about your mission and ministry. At the same time, quality work can produce a return on the investment...
By Jamie Cappetta, President at USC Caruso Catholic Center
5 Reasons to read “A Spirituality of Fundraising” by Henri Nouwen
"A Spirituality of Fundraising" is a mandatory read for all Catholic fundraising professionals. It is a short read, and you will not regret...
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...
By Andrew Robison, President of Petrus Development
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...
By John Flynn, Vice President of Philanthropy
Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS)
Good development people are hard to come by. Great development people are even tougher to find.
We often talk to leaders who are quick to share their true feelings about their experience of...
Petrus Development is pleased to announce Andrew Robison as the company’s new President, effective July 1, 2017. Robison will lead Petrus’ national development efforts.
Robison is an established leader in fund development across many sectors of the nonprofit community. He...
Q&A with Andrew Robison, president of Petrus Development
Andrew Robison, president of Petrus Development sits down and answers some questions about his new role and his vision for the future of Catholic fund development.
What is the most important role of Petrus?
Petrus Development...