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10 Ways to Unlock your School’s Giving Day Potential

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Giving Days are time-sensitive fundraising events aimed at rallying communities to maximize engagement and donations to your institution and so much goes into running a successful one. The planning, preparation, execution and blend of multi-generational activities really comes together to make a community impact.

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Fundraising Lessons from the Father of Advertising | Ogilvy on Fundraising

Whole Whale

For example, if a mailed appeal with a matching gift incentive consistently outperforms others, keep using that format. Or if a certain donation thank-you gift reliably increases donor retention, offer it in campaign after campaign. Having monthly giving programs with regular donation reminders. Lean into what works.

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Enhancing Donor Engagement: 6 Essential Communication Strategies

The Modern Nonprofit

Instead of just asking for donations, organizations should focus on building genuine relationships based on trust, openness, and mutual understanding. Donor segmentation can be based on various factors, such as age range, donation frequency or size, retirement status, marital status, and volunteer status.

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Multichannel Magic: Who’s got the secret sauce?

Care2

If you’re like 90+% of the nonprofits reading this blog, direct mail gifts still make up the overwhelming majority of your fundraising revenue. So it makes sense that your direct mail initiatives receive the lion’s share of your fundraising focus and resources.

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An Inside Look at Crafting a Strong Nonprofit Marketing Plan

Allegiance Group

Using the GivingDNA platform, we blend your files with third-party data to gain a comprehensive understanding of your supporters and give each one a relevant, rewarding experience. Maybe you already have a strong, loyal base of supporters who are always willing to donate or volunteer.

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Event Management Software for Nonprofits: Top Tools for 2024

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Text fundraising tools add another fundraising option through text messages, making donating more accessible. Fundraising tools are another key feature for nonprofit event management software to integrate your secure donation collection tools into your event page. These tools help you reach your supporters no matter where they are.

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Your Ultimate Guide to 2024 Year-End Fundraising Campaign: 5 Principles for Success

Allegiance Group

In the crowded landscape of December giving, it’s all too common for nonprofits to blend in and struggle to stand out in a sea of sameness. Direct mail is no longer the only game in town when it comes to raising money in December. Tips for Success A handwritten note can go a long way: pop one in the mail today!