Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Nonprofits who care about donor retention employ numerous strategies to keep their donors coming back year after year. Personal acknowledgments, impact reporting, and a strong monthly giving program are some of the cornerstones to a high donor retention rate. Savvy fundraisers have always kept donor retention top of mind.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 31, 2018

The ability to read minds. What if I told you that you can enter the minds of your donors without even meeting them? If you’ve been at it for a while, there are probably a handful of things you already know about your donors. Do you know how your donors feel when they give? Hot take: donors are selfish.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It’s a colloquial way of referring to the practice of asking crowdsource or crowdfund donors to make optional contributions beyond their primary donation on platforms like GoFundMe. It’s the default amount they ask of donors to cover site fees. If the donor doesn’t want to tip 15%, it’s not obvious where to zero out the tip.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

By Rosie Powers , a Strategist at Mission Minded —a branding firm that works exclusively with nonprofits, foundations, and independent schools. As summer fades into fall, end-of-year fundraising season is top-of-mind for nonprofits. Program features and statistics are important, but they shouldn’t be the center of your communications.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

As fundraisers, we need to be carrying on a constant conversation with our donors. Other times, we talk to our donors through newsletters, e-mails and snail mail letters. We need our donors emotionally involved and excited about our work… not bored. Sometimes this conversation happens in person or on the phone.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

Best Practices for Donor Acquisition and Retention Through Direct Mail. For those new to direct mail , it’s “the process of writing, designing, printing, and distributing hard copy requests for funds to your donors and/or prospective donors.”. With that in mind, we recommend incorporating direct mail into your fundraising plan.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Let’s explore how to manage your prize items so they make an impact in your next online silent auction : 1) Choose Prizes to Suit Your Audience When selecting items, it’s crucial to keep your audience in mind. Understand your donors’ interests, demographics, and preferences.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2022

But as we kick off 2023 and look back at what worked well in 2022, an excellent tool for evaluating donor retention is to look at the donors that gave last year but unfortunately not this year (LYBUNT) and work on engaging them with new opportunities to give. Average Donor Lifespan x Average Donation = Donor Lifetime Value.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In her previous role as Foundation Manager for the VRMC Foundation, she managed the annual giving programs, assisted and oversaw the annual budget and marketing plans, and managed a major gift donor portfolio of over 150 donors. If not, it’s time to strategize how you’ll retain year-end donors for the long term.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. If you add one habit this year, it should be thanking your donors. Here’s what they said.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Individual giving has seen a steep decline, with donors becoming more selective about the causes they support. While paid ads and steeply-priced lead lists may deliver short-term results, long-term donor relationships are built on trust and community. Share statistics, facts, and news related to your cause.

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Candid

JULY 26, 2022

The overhead myth can lead to supporters who are hesitant to give , whether one-time donors, monthly givers , or grant funders. With that in mind, let’s dive into the article, starting with a quick definition of the overhead myth itself. the amount of money that’s spent on direct services and programming).

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CauseVox

MARCH 9, 2021

Recurring donors are a fundraiser’s dream. That means your recurring donors deserve more of your time. Yes, we all love our recurring donors. But how do you get recurring donors? Let’s take a look at some of the best practices for making recurring donors a part of your fundraising strategy.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 22, 2022

We try to identify general demographics and insights about how this might relate to a growing crypto philanthropy donor base. Crypto donors don’t wear tinfoil hats. Crypto Donors are 2X more likely to be male. Young crypto donors are more likely to be nonwhite/caucasian . population.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Your major donors are going to become more important to your nonprofit as the number of small-gift donors declines. That’s why knowing how to cultivate your major donors is imperative to the financial well-being of your nonprofit. Are you in need of a major donor cultivation strategy? What is major donor cultivation?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

As you incorporate these tips, work at fostering genuine supporter relationships, and strategize ways to improve the donor experience, you can generate more reliable revenue streams over time. Boosting revenue starts with forming stronger ties with the people who support your mission: your donors. Personalize donor outreach.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 12, 2023

Social media is an important channel of communication for connecting with your donors and supporters. With social media, you can connect with your donors in real time and give them information about the work you’re doing and a peek behind the curtain at the people that make your mission a success. What do they like?

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 16, 2023

How do you reach new donors? Below, we have compiled some fundraising statistics that you should know, and 7 tips to help you make your fundraising initiatives more effective. Below, we have compiled some fundraising statistics that you should know, and 7 tips to help you make your fundraising initiatives more effective.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good. Use this as an opportunity to retain and upsell existing donors! Alras Digital. Raise the Roots.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

In the nonprofit sector, stories are one of the strongest ways to make emotional connections between donors and charities. Nonprofit storytelling lets donors and volunteers know that they are making an impact and making life better for real people. It shows donors that their actions are making a difference.

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 5, 2020

And, here are a some of our favorite resources from social impact leaders we trust: (VIDEO) Power Prospecting in a Pandemic and Beyond (STATS) 22 Statistics About #GivingTuesday Donors Worldwide (HOW TO) How to Encourage Recurring Gifts Online: 4 Actionable Tips (RESOURCE PAGE) Classy’s Refreshed Giving Tuesday Resource Center ​ (CHECKLIST) (..)

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

There’s no better way to gain the trust of your donors than by being transparent with them about where their contributions go. Plus, having strong, consistent communication with your donors can increase your credibility and authenticity as an organization. You should also remind donors to keep the bigger picture in mind.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Without the assistance of community-minded individuals just like you, we wouldn’t be able to serve those in our community each year. We have enclosed a donor envelope for your convenience. Instead of overwhelming your readers with statistics, focus on one individual’s story that evokes emotion. Sincerely, Argh!

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

The most important thing you must do when you receive a donation of any size is immediately thank your donor warmly and provide a donation receipt. Most nonprofits completely miss this opportunity to wow their donor, so it’s not that hard to stand out. We call it the Cycle of Giving and here’s how it works: The donor gives a gift.

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Socialbrite

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Donors are still eager to support the organizations and causes they care about, yet they expect to be engaged differently — often through digital channels. Nurture donor relationships through digital channels. As the statistics above show, it’s best to keep your donor relationships thriving through proactive, digital means.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 1, 2023

I made a one-time donation of $20 as it felt like a sufficient/substantial amount that could have an impact on my friend’s fundraiser and support the organization’s efforts while being mindful of my personal financial responsibilities. Wondering how you can build better relationships with your donors?

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

What this means for giving beyond 2023 Focus on stewarding donors Despite giving by individuals declining in 2022, individuals still made up the majority of all giving. One strategy to help with this is to convert one-time donors to recurring donors. One important thing to remember is that you don’t get bequests instantly.

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Donor Search

JUNE 15, 2021

When you’re considering your own financial data and fundraising capacity, keep in mind… While data helps secure fundraising for all gift levels, it’s especially important for your nonprofit’s mid-tier and major gift fundraising.

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DipJar

JANUARY 5, 2022

Think about this: according to the National Center for Charitable Statistics , there are 1.5 Even though you aren’t competing with everyone across the country, this statistic is valuable to understand. Worse yet, one with a similar cause and therefore, more than likely, and overlapping donor base. Consider your Competition.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Add Value Value doesn’t have to be a giveaway or a freebie offer for donors, according to the Forbes Nonprofit Council , “but rather information that they can utilize on a daily basis to help benefit and stimulate their lives.” When segmenting your list, be careful about language that could alienate certain donors. Newsletters.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Are you spending a ton of time putting donor data into your CRM? Here are some helpful statistics to keep in mind when making your case: Online donations made up 14.1% Here are some helpful statistics to keep in mind when making your case: Online donations made up 14.1% Conclusion.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 1, 2019

For organizations of a certain size, buying your first dedicated donor management software marks a key stage in your growth. What is donor management software? Investing in the best nonprofit CRM solution specifically designed to improve donor relations can drastically improve your stewardship strategy. Let’s get started!

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 18, 2023

Because of their success, virtual fundraisers will continue to be a popular and prevalent way to get in front of supporters and donors, even past the pandemic. For your next fundraiser, provide donors the option to give in person or online depending on what’s easiest for them. This is still something to keep in mind!

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Spend time strengthening donor relationships. Keep in mind that your Giving Tuesday strategy shouldn’t only focus on the day itself. For example, if you discover your donor retention rate is falling, you can focus on donor stewardship in the months leading up to Giving Tuesday to boost retention.

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Achieve

APRIL 10, 2020

While you will probably need to change how you’re making fundraising asks, it is still important to maintain donor engagement. Keeping your donors engaged is crucial, especially in times of uncertainty. Remember it is almost always easier (and more cost-effective) to retain donors than it is to acquire new donors. .

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

You want to try asking a donor for a bequest gift for the first time. You have a strong prospect in mind: a longtime donor who’s been deeply connected and involved with your mission for years. The donor is vaguely familiar with planned giving, but they’ve never before considered it. Educate your team and your donors.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2023

Plan a Simple Two-Day Library Giving Day Strategy Focus your marketing approach on two complementary components: consistent messaging coupled with a seamless donor experience. That donor experience is all about having a strong online campaign page that encourages your supporters to set up a fundraising page quickly and easily.

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