M+R

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Email fundraising has become increasingly difficult, but many of the organizations in our sample of 24 nonprofits saw strong results this December. Keep these trends and tactics in mind as you start to pencil in plans for the coming end of year (and no, it is never too early to start).

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

There is undeniable momentum in online fundraising as highlighted by data in the Blackbaud Luminate Online® Benchmark Report 2020. Are there 2020 trends that we will continue to see in 2022? There are a few data points from the Benchmark Report that offer a glimpse into the future of online fundraising: 42.4%

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Online Fundraising Benchmark Adwords 100

sgEngage

MARCH 13, 2024

The 12th edition of the Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Benchmark Report is here! As peer-to-peer fundraisers are all too aware, those were particularly disruptive years for the industry given the impact of COVID-19 on in-person events. Have in-person events rebounded? In other words, there were fewer total events in the last two years.

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Blackbaud Report Fundraising Benchmark 82

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

MAY 15, 2019

Every year, nonprofit consultants M+R release their annual Benchmarks report , which provides an overview of digital trends in the sector. The big sound bite from this year’s Benchmarks Report is that total online revenue grew by only 1% in 2018. Compare that to 2017, when It grew by 23%, and 15% growth in the year before.

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Benchmark Digital Report Learning 81

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

General guidance for fundraisers Here is general guidance on actions fundraisers can take based on fundraising trends and best practices drawn from the report. Therefore, be sure to diversify your fundraising channels to reach donors through multiple platforms, events, and initiatives. Plan virtual galas : Galas are a show.

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Action Report Practice Fundraising 75

Bloomerang

MAY 20, 2024

I really like it; it’s built in a way that a lot of membership organizations that also accept donations are going to be really excited about.” Multi-channel communication: Easily connect with members using welcome streams, event invitations, renewal reminders, and newsletters, ensuring you stay top-of-mind.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 15, 2020

It’s also worth noting that according to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 10% of donors worldwide prefer to give directly through their bank account. per month – or $425 a year, according to the Blackbaud Luminate Online Benchmarks Report. Monthly donors give $35.46 increase in donations.

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Practice Donation Paypal Badge 363

EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

No matter how your nonprofit organization is making change in the world, it’s impacted by others’ decisions, whether those decisions come from local and national legislators, corporations, institutions, or others who hold power and shape the way we live our lives. Lobby days (in-person or virtual!)

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Advocacy Action Support Help 222

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Study interviewees shared the importance of defined, long-term planning that encompasses the current and future state of the industry and organization. All member-based organizations are focused on membership: attracting new members, boosting member retention, enhancing member engagement, and more.

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Associations Missouri Measure Culture 147

Neon CRM

AUGUST 24, 2023

Being able to benchmark performance against what other nonprofits are doing is an important starting point to understanding your own data. Trends Reports First, let’s look at reports that focus on large scale trends impacting the entire sector. This is where the increasing amount of nonprofit sector research reports can help.

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Hype Research Marketing Benchmark 52

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 25, 2021

Get your free copy of the AMS selection guide with tips and tricks to making the best tech decision for your organization. Here are a couple of examples: Association industry research – Community Brands conducts frequent industry research studies to stay ahead of trends that are impacting associations. Download now. Faster resolutions.

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Associations Industry Studies Benchmark 122

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

Before you follow any account, ensure that your profile is complete with (1) a well-designed profile photo and header image; (2) a bio that expresses clearly your organization’s mission; and (3) a link to your website. Like all social media today, organic reach is very low. Don’t be a photo tag spammer either!

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Twitter Practice Social Media Nonprofit 343

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

According to the 2020 Benchmarks Report , revenue from monthly gifts increased by 22% in 2019 and now accounts for 17% of all online revenue for nonprofits. Also, data from the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report reveals that 45% of online donors worldwide are enrolled in a monthly giving program. 2020 Social Media Size Guide ).

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Practice Online Fundraising Nonprofit 341

Care2

MAY 24, 2013

Last month we reported that online fundraising response rates declined 27% between 2011-2012, according to the eNonprofit Benchmark study. The latest Blackbaud Online Marketing Benchmark Study for Nonprofits that analyzed data from 500 organizations using the Luminate platform also indicated a steep decline in fundraising response rates.

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Benchmark Studies Money Raise 70

Nimble AMS

MARCH 10, 2023

orgCommunity event featured interactive conversations led by engaging speakers , with decades of leadership experience in the association sphere. We spent our time in round table discussion with association leadership professionals , learning and sharing our own experiences. Who can strategically help your association?

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Associations Leadership Arlington Wisconsin 117

Candid

JANUARY 4, 2023

In response to the simultaneous global pandemic and racial equity movement, philanthropy committed to act with urgency to better support nonprofit partners, as well as the people and communities hit hardest by the impacts of these dual events. Pledges were made to reduce barriers, shift power, and engage in more equitable funding practices.

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Demographics Fund Practice Data 107

NetWits

JUNE 7, 2012

Our 2011 Online Fundraising Report shows that nonprofit organizations receive over 20 percent of their total online funding in December, and nearly 45 percent in the last four months of the year. For example, June serves as the annual benchmark for educational sectors, as it denotes the academic year’s end. Staggering, but not news.

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Online Fundraising Benchmark Report 221

M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

June 24, 2–3:30pm ET: “2021 M+R Benchmarks: A Deep Dive” with The Nonprofit Alliance. This year’s annual M+R Benchmarks Study includes front-page news, long-form analysis, mild-mannered reporting, and even a crossword puzzle all about the newest news and topical trends affecting nonprofit digital marketing, advocacy, and fundraising. .

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Benchmark Studies Digital Analysis 52

sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

Nonprofit marketing is the use of strategic methods by organizations to promote their missions and secure donations and funding. Funding is the lifeblood of organizations so it is essential to have a strategy to consistently attract and retain supporters. billion online, handled over 23 million transactions, and sent more than 3.3

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Marketing Nonprofit Blackbaud Demographics 40

sgEngage

MARCH 30, 2021

The data highlighted in this study represents a careful analysis of 687 organizations that produced 31,035 peer-to-peer fundraisers from January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020. Cycling/Spinning events. Challenge events, such as marathons or personal dares. More than 9.4 million people combined to raise over $1.3

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Blackbaud Studies Fundraising Registration 69

Connection Cafe

APRIL 24, 2014

So why not think of your event metrics as your own personal P2P FitBit? So what metrics should you check out to monitor the health of your peer-to-peer fundraising event? On average, across all four event types (Endurance, Cycle, Walk and 5K), 68% of great fundraisers send emails. Team Captains. Team Captains.

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Fundraising Benchmark Metrics Blackbaud 37

sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

We see that organizations of all sizes rallied their employees to give and serve others in their local communities and around the world. Companies large and small are investing in purpose and social responsibility programs: Our report includes an analysis of employee engagement trends across companies with 0 – 100,000+ employees.

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Disaster Social North America Companies 96

Classy

AUGUST 19, 2021

Large-Scale Events. For nonprofits whose revenue relies heavily on events, Classy is investing in a more robust virtual events platform, including hybrid event capabilities. This is especially helpful for nonprofits whose chapters run affiliate events, virtually, in-person, or both, across the country.

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Product Design San Diego Management 52

Classy

JULY 28, 2021

Our latest report, The State of Modern Philanthropy 2021 , elevated data trends from over 4,800 nonprofits to consider when establishing a modern donation experience. Look for trends among the following: Outreach strategies you used on those days. See What’s New In Fundraising. Optimize My Donation Page. What time of year it was.

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Experiment Donation Ideas Create 93

AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. If your nonprofit organization or charity would normally host a holiday fundraiser in-person, then you might consider moving to a virtual fundraising event online. .

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Virtual Ideas Fundraising Stream 98

Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your fundraising strategy will build on your past successes and opportunities to help your organization grow year after year. A fundraising strategy helps keep you on track by offering deadlines and benchmarks to hit throughout the year. Fundraising events engage supporters in person or online to offer a unique, exciting experience.

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Strategy Develop Fundraising Nonprofit 106

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Campaigns like this are extremely successful for some organizations, especially ones who have a strong social media presence. Look for features like: Event pages that can be fully customized to your campaign. Look for features like: Event pages that can be fully customized to your campaign. Hold a fundraising event.

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Donor Online Fundraising Social Media 106

Media Cause

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

One of the most valuable assets that any nonprofit can have is consistent marketing and paid advertising data—this is especially true in the midst of a major crisis or shift that deeply impacts society, like tough financial times or global events. Below, a few of our agency’s top experts share their take. They are behind the curve.

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Benefit Marketing Change Time 64

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Did you ever imagine that your organization might have to turn on a dime to work from home, cancel planned in-person events, and continue to engage with members and colleagues in an all-virtual environment (all while figuring out how to home school your children)? Plan for hybrid (in-person/virtual) events. Download now.

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Virtual Associations Headline Amazon 78

Neon CRM

AUGUST 10, 2023

Nonprofit conferences are a great opportunity for industry professionals to hone their skills, network with their peers, and learn innovative new strategies to help their organizations thrive. The goal of the conference is not only to inspire attendees but to equip them with real solutions that they can bring back to their home organizations.

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Conference NTC Virtual Registration 98

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

That’s just the start—nonprofit software tools come in many varieties, offering support for marketing, event planning, form building, and much more. If your organization falls in this range, you may be interested in free, discounted, or affordable software solutions to help carry out your strategies while staying within budget.

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Software Free Tools Adobe 90

Connection Cafe

APRIL 26, 2018

I recently had the privilege of hosting a panel discussion with Sue Cunningham, President of Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and James Wiley, Principal Analyst for Technology at Eduventures, about 2017 charitable giving performance and trends for higher education. What’s Next?

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Education Trend Conversation Giving 23

Connection Cafe

MARCH 30, 2021

The data highlighted in this study represents a careful analysis of 687 organizations that produced 31,035 peer-to-peer fundraisers from January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2020. Cycling/Spinning events. Challenge events, such as marathons or personal dares. More than 9.4 million people combined to raise over $1.3

Blackbaud 48

Blackbaud Studies Fundraising Registration 48

Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

From social movements like Black Lives Matter to organizational responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations are more engaged than ever before. Hear how organizations are reshaping their identities as important players in social change. From Insight to Action: Using Analytics and Benchmarking in Fundraising Strategy.

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Professional Communication Blackbaud Fundraising 49

Bloomerang

AUGUST 18, 2023

There are two alarming trends in the current nonprofit world, and they are profoundly and demonstrably linked. Especially in the beginning of their employment, many benchmarks beyond gift income must be mutually agreed upon. How do you retain fundraisers at your organization? Set stretch, but realistic, expectations.

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Fundraising Retention Gift Nonprofit 70

Connection Cafe

MARCH 14, 2011

Downtime may be hard to come by with SXSWi , NTC and AFP International activity this week, but just in case you have a few minutes to burn waiting for a flight, train or a panel to start, I’m arming you with some exhilarating reading material — the Convio Online Marketing Nonprofit Benchmark Index Study. percent in 2009.

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Convio Benchmark Studies Haiti 51

Connection Cafe

APRIL 1, 2020

Whether it be the tragedy of 9/11, a tsunami, an economic recession, an earthquake in Haiti, a country divided by an election or a devastating brushfire, there are many high-profile events of the past that have threatened to push the fundraising landscape to its limit. From each one of these events, a key fundraising lesson has emerged.

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Environment Teach Fundraising Lesson 46