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Nonprofit Donor Retention 101: Always Do This

Bloomerang

For as long as the Fundraising Effectiveness Project has measured nonprofit donor retention it has been abysmal. Donor and dollar retention rates have averaged well below 50% for over a decade, and it’s been getting worse over time. Long-term retention (5+ years) is now 10% or less. “ People give. One week after gift: .

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Could a Recurring Giving Program Solve All Your Problems?

Qgiv

Laura’s practical coaching style and results-oriented strategies help her clients set realistic goals and achieve measurable results. Donor retention continues to be a challenge for many organizations, so simply growing the number of recurring donors can dramatically impact donor attrition. Download Your eBook!

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One Thing Most Nonprofits Stink at (Donor Retention) and How You Can Change It in 2014

Connection Cafe

In 2013, Chuck Longfield was on a mission to shed light on the importance of donor retention in the nonprofit industry. According to Chuck, ten years ago the average retention rates of a newly acquired donor were roughly 33%. If the ten-year trend continues, we’ll eventually end up with donor retention rates under 20%.

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Lessons from a Fundraising Insider: How our Donor Retention Rates grew to 43%

Connection Cafe

We impact over 10,000 lives each year, and in 2013 we had a donor retention rate of 43% ( compared to 27% ). I’m not writing this post to tell you the ‘5 Sure Fire Ways to Increase Your Donor Retention’. The key is to continue trying new things, measure your results, and do what you can with the resources at your disposal.

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Nonprofit Fundraising Strategy: Guide, Best Practices, & More

Qgiv

The six pieces you need in your fundraising strategy How to create your fundraising strategy The six pieces you need in your fundraising strategy While no two nonprofits are alike, they all share common goals, like donor connection and retention , memorable fundraising events, and supportive partnerships. How to Create a Fundraising Calendar.

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How to Fundraise with AI for Nonprofits

Qgiv

Cybersecurity AI can also help you enhance your cybersecurity measures with advanced techniques for monitoring and predicting behavior patterns to block potential cyberattacks. Check out this eBook to help you get started on your AI journey. ChatGPT Prompts for Nonprofits: Get Started Today [Samples].

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24 Nonprofit Resources for your Mid-Year Check In: A Smart Fundraiser’s Summer Reading Checklist

Connection Cafe

Gail Perry’s insightful blog post and scorecard will give you a realistic measurement into the organization and productivity of your programs. . In the newest npEXPERTS eBook, 10 of the brightest minds from across the nonprofit sector share their unique perspectives to help you create a culture of philanthropy.