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Integrated Planning Keeps the Glass Half-Full

.orgSource

In June, I thought the dust was settling. Now, with the onslaught of virulent Delta, not so much. We are still in the grip of disruption. The change seems to be that people are learning to cope. There is a shift from reactive to more deliberate approaches. Organizations are investigating technology acquisitions and launching new […]. The post Integrated Planning Keeps the Glass Half-Full appeared first on.orgSource.

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[FREE WEBINAR] How Nonprofits Can Maximize Virtual Fundraising in 2022

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Date: Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Time: 1pm EST / 10am PST. Presented by: Pledge. Cost: Free. The pandemic accelerated virtual fundraising trends and changed the fundraising landscape forever. For nonprofits to survive – and thrive – in this new normal, it is essential to understand the all-in-one technology platforms available to help your organization develop an effective virtual fundraising strategy.

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Top 10 Social Media Tools for Your Nonprofit Communication

NonProfit PRO

Let's review some of the best social media tools you should consider for your nonprofit to help you focus on your donors and prospects, and alleviate much of the stress in making sure you're doing well on social media.

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Review of ASAE 2021 Annual Meeting Hybrid Pop-Up in D.C.

The MatrixFiles

I attended the Virtual ASAE Annual Meeting last week. Unlike other virtual meetings I’ve attended recently, this one had a hybrid pop-up strategy. 10 cities hosted half-day in person events. I got to attend the DC pop-up on Monday, August 16. How did it work and was it successful? Here’s my review. The Venue. The DC pop-up was held at the DC Convention Center.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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The Mechanics of Innovation

.orgSource

Mike Moss isn’t a mechanic, but he and his team spent the last year tinkering in a garage. They weren’t taking engines apart and rebuilding them. But the work they did paid off big time. Moss is president of the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP). What he refers to as “tinkering in the […]. The post The Mechanics of Innovation appeared first on.orgSource.

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How a Community of Long-Term Monthly Donors Make a Long-Term Difference

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Mor­ée Lambeth , Lead Content Creator + Writer, Water.org. As a non-profiteer of many years, I have known donor giving programs to be described via a myriad of terms; sustainment, long-term, continued, recurring – all ways to describe the length of the relationship a donor establishes with a non-profit. And, while the terms may describe a donor’s giving, what can non-profits say about the results of their donors’ commitment?

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How to Subsidize Your Filming with Conference Recaps

Association TV

If you have an annual event approaching, you might be wondering where to allocate your filming budget.

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How to Turn Your Association’s Analytics into Action

Association Analytics

The post How to Turn Your Association’s Analytics into Action appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Top 2021 Fundraising Strategies: Adopting a Culture of Philanthropy

Bloomerang

This post on adopting a culture of philanthropy is part six in a six-part series. Read part one , part two , part three , part four , and part five. . In part one of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Mastering online user experience and messaging.

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How a Targeted Second Ask Surpassed Its Goal With a Nearly 50% Response Rate

NonProfit PRO

The American Battlefield Trust was $27,000 short of projected revenue for its effort to save 128 acres of Civil War Battlefield in Perryville, Kentucky, in the fall of 2019. As this particular track of land would essentially complete the preservation of the Perryville site – the last piece of the puzzle – they had to figure out a way.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Does your AMS vendor truly understand associations?

Nimble AMS

When you think about association management software (AMS), you likely think of association-specific features that help you manage day-to-day membership processes. Of course, those are important. But do you ever consider if the AMS vendor truly understands associations? For example, if you read this blog at all, you’re probably familiar with the benefits of using Nimble AMS to manage your association.

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AANA Uses Data-Driven Insights to Increase Non-Dues Revenue and Create World-Class Member Experiences

Association Analytics

The post AANA Uses Data-Driven Insights to Increase Non-Dues Revenue and Create World-Class Member Experiences appeared first on Association Analytics.

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10 Tips For Thanking Your Donors With Video

Get Fully Funded

Nonprofits understand the importance of sending acknowledgement letters and making phone calls to thank their donors. These are simple and effective ways of thanking your donors, but creating Thank You videos can help you show rather than tell your supporters how much you appreciate them. By creating thank you videos for your supporters, you are able to give thanks in a more exciting and engaging way.

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How To Use Healthy Data for Effective Year-End Appeals

NonProfit PRO

Even during the pandemic, the Blackbaud Institute’s "Charitable Giving Report" confirmed that the fourth quarter continued to dominate the year for charitable giving, representing 36% of giving in 2020. This statistic holds strong from year-to-year, so taking advantage of the season is essential.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Are donors the problem with fundraising?

Hands on Fundraising

Are donors really the problem with fundraising? There is a concept being talked about in some fundraising circles – “donor dominance”. The idea is that some donors behave badly (true enough) and because of that, all donors must be… I’m not really sure. Educated? Chastised? Maybe just taught to understand that while we welcome their […].

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AANA Uses Data-Driven Insights to Increase Non-Dues Revenue and Create World-Class Member Experiences

Association Analytics

The post AANA Uses Data-Driven Insights to Increase Non-Dues Revenue and Create World-Class Member Experiences appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Candid names Ann Mei Chang as new CEO

Candid

Trailblazer chosen to guide the country’s most comprehensive source of data tools on nonprofits, foundations, and grants. Candid’s board of trustees today announced the selection of Ann Mei Chang as the organization’s new chief executive officer. Ann Mei is a leading expert on social innovation with global experience in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors.

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Getting Forward to Normal: The Road Ahead for Museums and Cultural Institutions

NonProfit PRO

Few museums and cultural institutions have found fundraising innovation to be enough in these challenging times, but there are some innovations from the space worth sharing in the hopes of helping many of these venerable and venerated institutions pull through.

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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How to Write Fundraising Emails That Get Results

Get Fully Funded

Email is a powerful marketing tool, but to get results you need to learn how to write fundraising emails that connect emotionally and inspire people to give. That means you can’t throw just anything in an email, push “send,” and expect thousands of dollars to pour in. It takes careful strategy and deep knowledge of your donor to get the results you’re looking for.

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NCARB Uses Data & Predictive Analytics to Improve Member Programs

Association Analytics

The post NCARB Uses Data & Predictive Analytics to Improve Member Programs appeared first on Association Analytics.

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5 Things To Do This Summer To Be Ready For Fall Fundraising

Bloomerang

For many of us, summer is a slower time for donations , and sometimes even our operations. With family vacations and so much going on during the summer with kids being out of school, we—just like our donors—are out of our regular schedules. This means it can sometimes seem like we’re making very little progress on our development goals as we head into fall fundraising.

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Love Your Donor for Life

NonProfit PRO

We have a number of major donors in our database that, because of their age or illness have stopped giving, but over their lifetime have made significant gifts to our organization. I feel like we can’t just forget about these people, but what should I do?

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!

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Ask a Donor – 5 Reasons Why a Donor Doesn’t Give After Their First Donation

DonorPerfect

Believe me when I say I’m a nice person. Pets instinctively like me. I over-tip at restaurants, and I don’t forget to tip hotel housekeepers. Sure, I suffer from the occasional road rage, but I keep my fingers on the steering wheel instead of out the window to avoid making unkind gestures. But I’m sorry, Read More ». The post Ask a Donor – 5 Reasons Why a Donor Doesn’t Give After Their First Donation appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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NCARB Uses Data & Predictive Analytics to Improve Member Programs

Association Analytics

The post NCARB Uses Data & Predictive Analytics to Improve Member Programs appeared first on Association Analytics.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] Do You Have To Ask For Feedback In Person?

Bloomerang

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether or not you have to ask for donor feedback in person. . Dear Charity Clairity, I recently read your advice about how to tactfully ask for donor feedback without making promises, and I appreciate what you had to say.

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Q&A: Black Philanthropy Month Founder Amplifies the Power of Black Donors

NonProfit PRO

In the first Q&A installment of a two-part series looking at Black giving, Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland, founder and chief architect of August's Black Philanthropy Month, will discuss the importance of both Black American and immigrant donors to the nonprofit sector, and the impact of Black Philanthropy Month.

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Nonprofit Technology Adoption: Why It Matters and How to Be Successful

Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.

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Creating a culture of philanthropy requires investing in our staff, leaders, and volunteers

Charity Village

Take a minute to imagine this: your entire organization is passionate about raising money for your cause. The development team is functioning well and your fundraisers feel that they are supported with what they need to be successful. Your programs team is passionate about connecting potential supporters and clients with your cause. The marketing and […].

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TREND SPOTLIGHT: Small Donors Are Giving Big

Greater Giving

The recent surge in small, individual donations may shape the future of nonprofit fundraising. So how do you capitalize on it? As the pandemic swelled in 2020, so did generosity from everyday people. GivingTuesday reported an 11% increase in participation small donors (those who gave gifts of less than $500)—a marked change from previous years, when overall charitable donations by individuals actually decreased.

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Ask Yourself These Questions Before Hiring a Fundraising Coach

Bloomerang

If you’re looking to raise more money this year, you might want to consider hiring a fundraising coach. . Why would you need a coach? Well, for starters, too many fundraisers are left out to dry. They have to figure out how to engage with donors with limited time and few resources. If that sounds like you, a coach can help save you time and make the most of your resources—as well as help you raise more funds. .

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A Nonprofit’s Guide to Targeting the Right Donors

NonProfit PRO

Take the mystery out of your targeted messaging and personalize your charity’s communications to best engage with your donors! Learn how in Nonprofit’s E-Guide to Donor Personas.

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Achieving Organizational Transformation: Pathways to Success

Association executives—and hopefully their boards—know that they are facing perilous times. Driven by the pace of cultural and technological change, they are experiencing major disruptions in the traditional business models that used to guide organizational growth strategies.orgSource offers a straightforward approach to navigating these changes and readying your organization for growth.