Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 24, 2011

From eating healthy to volunteering at local nonprofits, users earns points that can then be redeemed for rewards or special discounts offered by partner businesses. Nonprofits can use Dipity to create timelines that highlight their organizational history, current events, and special campaigns. Donors can pledge as little as $.01

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Start with stewardship Research suggests that meaningful donor connections with nonprofit organizations are a key factor in determining their giving patterns. So think about how you can use this time of year to focus on donor stewardship and relationship-building. Creating short, personalized thank you videos to share with supporters.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Though the idea of helping and giving back to others has existed since Biblical times, nonprofit organizations in the United States have a much shorter history. Let’s take a look at what we can learn from the history of nonprofit organizations. When problems emerge, you have to think of new and creative ways to deal with them.

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Kindful

JUNE 22, 2021

In order to ensure fundraising success, you must build relationships with donors. The first thing to do when looking for new donors is to look at the key players within your nonprofit’s network. To begin the process of donor acquisition, complete a sphere of influence exercise with your Board of Directors. Tapping your network.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

I love them as a major donor cultivation tool, but I hate them for everything else! At its best, a nonprofit fundraising event is fun. Attendees often don’t convert to donors. Here are the positives (potentially transformational): Major donor prospects are often inspired to give or give more if proper attention is paid to them.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When you’re planning your end-of-year fundraising campaigns, you really won’t want to miss out on all the fun the holidays provide. And if you commit to joining in on the spooky festivities, you can also develop some frighteningly fun fundraiser ideas your horror buff donors will love. Not sure where to start?

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M+R

MARCH 14, 2024

Unfortunately, not all of our donors are themselves professional fundraisers — so creating a special, attention-grabbing Giving Day that gets your audiences excited and engaged can be a big boost during an otherwise quiet time of year. The survey groups were members of the board, Museum donors, and the general public.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Some organizations use donor perks or benefits to do this. One way to create a major donor program or donor perks system is to replicate one from another organization. Does anyone carve, knit, sew or create t-shirts… or fun food?

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

If you’re looking for a fun and exciting way to raise more money for your cause, a benefit concert is a perfect solution. Not only do your donors get to rock the night away, but you can use the concert to provide information about your mission and what you can accomplish. Donor engagement.

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Achieve

MARCH 29, 2023

According to The Fundraising Authority , fundraising generally follows the 80/20 rule, which states that 80% percent of your revenue comes from only 20% of your donors. Invite major donors to get involved in other ways. Thank your donors. To secure more major gifts, you need more major donors!

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Nonprofits Source

DECEMBER 7, 2023

In order to stand out, manage time and resources effectively, and give donors the best experiences possible, consider leveraging specialized fundraising software. Over time, this boosts donor loyalty, satisfaction, and retention. A donor who pledged $5 per hour would donate a total of $50 if their participant read for 10 hours.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Musician’s clothing Costumes Musical instruments Include a certificate of authenticity with the item to reassure donors of its credibility. Donors especially value special seats, such as front-row tickets or box seats. For example, a local bike shop could donate a bike, helmet, and a voucher for a free tuneup.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 5, 2024

Give your nonprofit more chances to interact with donors by asking every existing donor to opt in to receive texts from your organization. Beyond donors, you can also ask your volunteers, social media followers, and those who sign up for your email list. Write tailored messages for every occasion. Keep an eye on your metrics.

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CauseVox

JUNE 16, 2023

These levels provide a clear structure for donors to understand how their contributions make a difference and encourage them to give at a level that feels meaningful to them. It’s a way to inspire generosity, acknowledge your donors, and foster healthy competition among your members. But let’s not stop there.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers help nonprofits expand their donor networks. This means that volunteers can help you find new donors (and other volunteers) as they spread the word about your work to their family, friends, and professional connections. Collaborate with local businesses. Some larger corporations have volunteer coordinators.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

with a BA in history and a minor in nonprofit management. According to research in Qgiv’s Generational Giving Report , more than half of all donors cite a personal connection to a nonprofit’s mission or cause as a driving factor in their decision to give. Have fun on social. Pitch your local press.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 23, 2022

One place to start is by looking at the demographics of your donors and supporters. With this knowledge, you can create a targeted marketing strategy to ensure that you’re crafting audience-specific messages based on what your donors prefer. It can also double as an auction invitation for your donors. Direct mail marketing.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

These virtual ideas have already been successful for many of our clients here at Qgiv, helping to fill the gaps in their fundraising revenue and sustain donor engagement during the pandemic and post-pandemic. Without a dedicated online strategy or a social media presence, many potential donors will view your organization as out of touch.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Auctions are a classic fundraising event that can not only raise an impressive amount of money but also provide your supporters with a much needed night of fun. Whether you choose the Roaring 20’s or want to host an 80’s event, decade-themed fundraising auctions are some of the most fun occasions to both plan and attend.

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Media Cause

JANUARY 20, 2023

If you provide resources to your local community , you’ll want to create content that can inform your potential donors, and materials to support anyone looking to access your services. It can be fun and light-hearted, but it should all support your mission. Assess your existing content. Start writing.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

I’m looking for a place to donate in honor of my mother’s 90 th birthday, and a gift made to the local symphony orchestra in Myrtle Beach seemed like the right thing to do. While you can target recent college grads by appealing to a financial incentive, loyalty programs can benefit every patron, donor, and member. Be creative.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Local businesses and larger corporations can provide sponsorships in the form of marketing, in-kind donations, or financial support. Increases your event’s possibilities: With additional funds, you’re able to create a fun, engaging, and highly successful event that brings your community together and highlights your mission beautifully.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

If, however, through your research, you can establish a clear connection between your programs and their funding history and priorities, it’s still worth reaching out to that funder and introducing your organization. The Green Climate Fun. Connections like this are built over time. Chesapeake Bay Trust. Crawford Taylor Foundation.

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DNL OmniMedia

JANUARY 14, 2022

Keeping track of your donors is essential for any nonprofit. Donors help keep your nonprofit running, so you should always aim to keep them in the know and provide as much of a personalized experience as you can. This is especially true of your donors who launch their own peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns. Let’s dive in.

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

From large in-person events to a more casual virtual gathering, a fundraising silent auction can bring in much-needed revenue and provide supporters with a fun-filled night. For instance, you might partner with a local restaurant to auction off a free meal. Deciding whether the event will be in-person, virtual, or hybrid.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Volunteers provide nonprofits with the on-the-ground support they need to further their missions, whether that means helping to build homes, providing meals for food-insecure families, mentoring local youths, or cleaning up trash at local parks. For example, perhaps your nonprofit’s mission is to refurbish local community parks.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

As galas are often expensive, it’s critical to carefully curate your donor list to ensure the best results. They may be able to work with local stores or boutiques that act as sponsors and also get to show off their collections. Comedy Nights Comedy nights are a good way to bring some lighthearted fun to your organization.

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Tech Soup

MAY 31, 2013

TechSoup Asia Asia is a nonprofit collaborative venture between TechSoup Global and its local nonprofit organization partners, Connecting Up Australia and the Hong Kong Council of Social Service. Some Fun Facts About Vietnam. Local NGOs choose what is most needed in their area and apply online for funding.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 30, 2014

Also, it’s less of an issue if you are only calling people locally, but if you’re calling people across time zones, schedule your calls in order so you can still catch West Coasters at home. Keep the Focus on the Donor. If you have multiple callers, practice having mock conversations with donors. Don’t over-polish.

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Achieve

MAY 21, 2019

They’re engaging, informative, and fun! If your email marketing software is linked to your donor data, flow your reader’s name into the subject line to really catch their eye. Previous engagement history. Segment your population by previous engagement history. Demonstrated interests.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 30, 2012

From eating healthy to volunteering at local nonprofits, users earns points that can then be redeemed for rewards or special discounts offered by partner businesses. Nonprofits can use Dipity to create timelines that highlight their organizational history, current events, and special campaigns. Donors can pledge as little as $.01

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 4, 2022

Even though there aren’t as many people today reading actual newspapers or watching the 6 o’clock news these days, your local media still reaches a large audience of people in your community who need to know about your nonprofit’s work. Their fifth wedding anniversary would be a fun news story. . Step 1: Find Your Story .

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Top Nonprofits

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Think of it this way: the training that Doctors without Borders members undergo is significantly different than that of, say, the local Boys and Girls Club. In a course about soliciting donations over the phone, don’t have the donor say “Hello. However, we made it a fun e-learning game that’s much more engaging.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 30, 2023

Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the captivating history of Pride Month, uncover creative ways to extend our support far beyond June, and discover invaluable fundraising tools that will elevate our events to the next level. This approach can help you reach more people and engage new donors.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 19, 2022

Valerie Harris will focus on what is required when you commit to attracting and maintaining major donors, understanding how major donors think, and how to optimize your communications for this important donor segment. We are here to talk about major donor stewardship. Major donors equal your most significant givers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2022

A monthly giving program, also known as a monthly giving society or circle, is where donors sign up to automatically donate a specified amount to an organization each month. Donation pledges are donor promises to give an organization a certain amount of money over a set period. What is a Monthly Giving Program?

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EveryAction

AUGUST 17, 2016

Whether you're reporting to your board, supporting teams in different departments, or just trying to get through to a specific type of donor, we've broken down all the ways your CRM + donor software can help. This post outlines: How to approach nine common donor types and helpful tips + tricks for smarter messaging.

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