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ShowerUP Solved Its BIG Problem — A Problem You Too May Have

Bloomerang

Big problem Paul had a BIG problem, though; but not the problem you would think. These are not easy problems to tackle, let alone establish sustained impact. Despite these successes, ShowerUp’s BIG problem was organizing their 1,449 volunteers. In 2021, they had net assets of $770K. Absolutely worth it.”

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Basic Facilitation Techniques for Nonprofits

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

There are a lot different styles, philosophies, and techniques for facilitating groups of people. Check out the International Association of Facilitator’s Method database which contains more than 500 entries. Facilitated listening is made up of a number of techniques described in more detail in the book.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What is the Best Way to Acquire Donor Phone Numbers?

Bloomerang

The problem with this technique is it’s a true research project. Begin by contacting your own donor database or CRM provider to see what they offer and what other services they may integrate with. There are many options available. You can try a Google search. Sometimes you’ll find something; often not.

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Donor Data Management Dictionary

3rd Sector Labs

Refers to data sets so large and complex that traditional database tools are not able to manage or process the data. Growth in big data and its related needs/problems has fueled growth in the discipline of data science. The process of identifying, correcting, and/or removing corrupt, inaccurate or outdated records from a database.

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3 Proven Ways to Find and Convert New Donors

sgEngage

Whether you’re personally into them or not, social media platforms offer opportunities for connection that go far beyond your database contact list. But we have SO MUCH information in our CRM or database that it’s easy to become stuck in analysis paralysis when it comes to using data for donor acquisition.

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Fundraising without donor data: What’s that proverb about giving a man a fish?

3rd Sector Labs

If your organization is fundraising without donor data to support it, then you have a problem that needs your attention. It is time to manage that problem and reduce risk. But from the perspective of the charity, we need to recognize the problem and associated risks. That is a problem. What’s that proverb?

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4 ways your site should support year-end virtual fundraising

EveryAction

The tools that you use to engage supporters online should integrate with your website and, ideally, your database or constituent relationship management (CRM) platform. Check out our digital session on demand with Cornershop Creative about digital advocacy tactics and techniques to help you power your programs and purpose.

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