sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2024

While traditional events still have an important place in the fundraising calendar, activity-based fundraising events now encompass a diverse range of experiences, from yoga to pickleball to kayaking and more. What Activity Will Appeal to Your Donors? Ask your donors for their input. How do you pick the right event?

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Discover how transforming donations into rewarding experiences can not only amplify your fundraising efforts but also forge deeper, more personal connections with your donors. Dive into our world of innovative reward-based fundraising strategies and redefine the art of appreciation in philanthropy.

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CauseVox

JUNE 7, 2022

Cultivating a major donor and setting the stage to make an ask for money doesn’t have to be a nerve-wracking experience. For context, when we talk about major donors, we’re referring to donors who make a significant gift to your org – one that’s above and beyond the typical gift that arrives in the mail.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

In the world of philanthropy, Giving Tuesday has emerged as a beacon of hope and an opportunity for nonprofits to create positive change. By participating, your nonprofit can inspire a sense of community and philanthropy among your existing supporters and volunteers. What is Giving Tuesday? When is Giving Tuesday 2023?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. The good news?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Do you think a donor wants to be asked for a capital gift in April, a bequest gift in July, and an annual gift in November – all in the same calendar year? That kind of asking pattern can feel like “nickel and diming” to donors, which is why blended asks are so important. . This approach is not donor-centered.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

and around the world, this coming November’s presidential election will be a stage on which events that impact society, economy, business, and philanthropy will play out. Three —Mind the Calendar + Communicate Precisely The months nearest to the election, October especially, are going to be some of the toughest times to reach your audiences.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

As a nonprofit, there are certain ways you can encourage your donors to use their phones for good. With these methods, your nonprofit can advocate for general philanthropy and altruism. In a few different instances, you can even point donors toward helping the cause that your nonprofit champions. Ready to get started?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

Stepping into 2023, organizations and their donors are likely going to navigate a recession together­–impacting giving and the philanthropic landscape. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. The good news?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

bbcon offers more insight into navigating uncertainty in these breakout sessions: Philanthropy Through Recession: How Savvy Organizations Build a Strategy for Resiliency. The Virtuous Circle: Donor Stewardship that Creates Long-term Impact. Chris Krackeler—President and GM of Blackbaud Higher Education. Register now for bbcon 2022.

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Qgiv

MAY 8, 2023

It is important to think about all the different ways you can communicate with your donor base – email drip campaigns, social event calendars, social media posting (Instagram, LinkedIn), and your own registration website. This allows your donors to “follow” you and see constant updates about your upcoming events.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

Businesses with corporate philanthropy programs are eager to help organizations get the word out about their mission and amplify their impact. For instance, you may have a board member who works at a reputable local company and is willing to facilitate an introduction to the business’s chief philanthropy officer.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2022

The data on year-end giving in general is motivating: More than 36% of donations are made in the last quarter, according to Blackbaud’s Charitable Giving Report , with donors in the United States making $2.7 Engage in meaningful conversations with donors. Donor impact —Explain how donor support is critical to your mission.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Among the notable dates on the philanthropic calendar, GivingTuesday stands out as a global movement that harnesses the power of community and generosity. Now is the perfect moment to start planning and implementing your online fundraising strategy to ensure you make the most of this day of philanthropy.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

During this time of generosity, finding donor engagement opportunities is key. Enter ⁠— matching gifts , a type of philanthropy in which companies will financially match donations their employees make to nonprofits. Corporate matching gifts can double donation impact, increase funding, and drive donor engagement. Misstep #1.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

In the following blog post, we will delve into practical strategies to help your nonprofit maximize its efforts during the crucial calendar year-end period. It goes without saying, but calendar year-end is a critical time for many nonprofit organizations. percent after inflation adjustments) for calendar year-end giving in 2022.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

Since impressing an interviewer – and getting to “yes” — is similar to impressing a major donor prospect, you’ll also come away with an understanding of the keys to effective major gift fundraising. Claire has contributed useful content to Third Sector Today, Fundraising Success Magazine , The Chronicle of Philanthropy , and others….and

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

But what we’ve found is that when you implement what works, your donors will always come through for you. The latest numbers from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), reveal the number of donors industrywide fell for the ninth straight quarter in Q3 2023. Donors were down 7.6% and new donors were down 16.9%.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2022

By partnering with nonprofit associations, funders, philanthropy serving organizations, and other social sector organizations, Candid seeks to increase the input of basic organizational information, reduce waste, reveal diversity, and build shared identity. They shared quite a bit from Candid’s articles, social posts, and training.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

In the past year, thousands of nonprofit pros took advantage of our definitive Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar, and we're so excited to share our brand new 2016 list! Donor relations. The 2015 - 2016 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar is ready for upload right into your Google or Outlook Calendar with a single click.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 7, 2022

You could have future members, donors, sustainers, board members, and volunteers visiting without realizing it. Check out these sessions during the conference or on-demand after they air: Philanthropy Through Recession: How Savvy Organizations Build a Strategy for Resiliency.

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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. Support your donors by engaging them through both their desktops and mobile devices. For your entry-level donors, you could update those amounts to $10, $20, $30, or $40.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 24, 2023

One potent but underutilized tool at your disposal during this time is employee giving⁠ —a form of corporate philanthropy that directly engages a company’s staff. When a qualifying donor gives to a charitable organization, they can submit a match request to their employer.

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sgEngage

APRIL 3, 2023

Nonprofits tend to bring in the most donations at the end of the calendar year and experience a lull during the summer, but passive fundraising is effective no matter what month it is. Panera Bread, Chipotle, and Panda Express are just three of the many chain restaurants that support nonprofits through their corporate philanthropy programs.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

An important part of being an effective fundraiser is staying up to date on current fundraising trends , industry best practices, and donor preferences. NIO is put together by the team at NextAfter, a consulting company that focuses on helping nonprofits grow their digital fundraising by understanding donor behavior. They’re the best!

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 9, 2024

The world is changing, and so is philanthropy. Many in the philanthropic community desire that nonprofits reflect the communities they serve—including everyone from volunteers and donors to staff, executives, and the board. One way to solve this is by embracing DEIAB principles.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Studies have shown that the last few weeks of the year are a time of heightened generosity and philanthropy. Here’s what she wants you to know: Repurpose the content that you will be using for your End-of-Year Appeal Use #GivingTuesday as an excuse to communicate with new communities of donors! Don’t Skip Direct Mail.

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sgEngage

JUNE 4, 2023

A recent study by the Chronicle of Philanthropy found that long hours and limited staff support has almost half of fundraisers eyeing the door, with 28% planning to leave the profession altogether. They work with marketing, executive leadership, volunteers, accounting, donors, prospects, community leaders, and the board.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

Check out our specially curated reading list of 16 free nonprofit books perfect for any summertime occasion: If you’re short on time… Is your calendar booked solid with fun plans between Memorial Day and Labor Day? Read this Philanthropy News Digest book review.) Have we got some recommendations for you!

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Tying together rescue operations, grants management, and donor data they have a full understanding of what is happening in various countries, quantified by data, showing that programs work. We’re putting clients and donors in the driver’s seat of their engagement with your organization with Experience Cloud for Nonprofits.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

That’s because all nonprofits have similar goals, including connecting with more donors, boosting their donor retention rates, and developing strategic, sustainable partnerships with other organizations. Donor stewardship. Donor stewardship. Therefore, your fundraising strategy should address several key elements.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2019

Donor acquisition is all the rage, but did you know nearly 3 out of 4 new donors leave and never come back. Blackbaud’s latest Charitable Giving Report sheds light on the importance of donor retention in the nonprofit industry. The average donor retention rates for first-year online-only donors is 22%.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But if you’ve never heard of Bloomerang beyond the webinar series, we are also a provider of donor management software. This is one of my absolute favorite topics in philanthropy, this idea of engaging board members as fundraising ambassadors. So 62% of donors are also volunteers. That’s what Bloomerang is.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 17, 2022

One way to track those is by setting up a grant calendar. Our Fund Foundation promotes a culture of responsible philanthropy by uniting donors with organizations supporting the LGBT community to make South Florida the most livable community in the country for LGBT people. Areas served: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 1, 2014

Says Chen in an email interview, “We independently select each nonprofit, and review their website and public materials to write the paragraph summary which we share in our daily emails, and on our public calendar. Which is why we offer our daily email to anyone for free, regardless if they signup as a donor or not.”

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Some volunteer management systems integrate with donor management software, allowing nonprofits to gain a 360-view of all supporters from one convenient dashboard. Bloomerang Bloomerang combines volunteer and donor management into one unified system. What features should you look for in volunteer management software?

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Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

That way, you can keep current donors and volunteers excited about the mission, inspire new people to support your work, and invest more into other areas of your organization. To help, this article will cover some easy and budget-friendly ways to convey your message, inspire supporters, and acquire new donors.

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