Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

By Michelle Kocin , Digital Marketing Manager at Sylogist Mission CRM – a donor management, fundraising, and volunteer management platform build for nonprofits and NGOs in the Microsoft Dataverse. Some of the primary ways they give include: faith-based giving, bequests and legacy giving, and in-person events and fundraisers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

By Katie Casillas , director of marketing at GolfStatus.org , an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. Golf fundraisers are a huge opportunity for outreach, stewardship, and certainly for fundraising. Is fundraising your key priority? Here are ten tips to consider ahead of your 2020 event.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

There are tons of resources out there about #GivingTuesday Fundraising. Our #GivingTuesday Fundraising Bootcamp can get you started learning about GivingTuesday fast, help you set up your first GivingTuesday fundraiser, and boost your revenue this year even more over previous years. GivingTuesday Fundraising in 30 Seconds.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

What are the nonprofit fundraising and communications books you turn to, time and time again? Creative Deviations, How you can infuse your story-telling, fundraising and direct response with more creativity by John Lepp For years, my go-to bible for direct response was Denny Hatch’s Million Dollar Mailings. What’s your favorite?

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EveryAction

JULY 31, 2023

from our friends at Double the Donation The final few months of the year hold great significance for nonprofit organizations as a critical time for fundraising. Needless to say, if you’re a fundraiser, meeting your organization’s fundraising goal is top of mind in the fall and winter.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 8, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they can credit a donation in 2023 if the check was dated 2024: Dear Charity Clairity, A donor advised in early December a $20,000 check was mailed to us. But it’s a bit tricky.

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Kindful

JULY 22, 2021

In order to create the best possible fundraising appeals, you’re going to need to provide certain resources to your fundraising writer. Resources your fundraising writer needs to produce fundraising appeals. This is especially helpful for those of us who work on many fundraising appeals throughout the year.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy encompasses more than just earning donations from supporters. That’s why developing a strategic fundraising plan is necessary. We’ll cover: Why you should create a fundraising strategy. 6 elements your fundraising strategy should include. 10 steps to build your fundraising strategy.

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The Fundraising Authority

MARCH 28, 2021

In today’s media-overloaded world, your message could easily be drowned out by competing emails, social posts, and direct mail. Often referred to as the “ Ben Franklin effect ,” the psychological phenomenon asserts that those who have done favors for you are very likely to do another favor. 2 – Volunteers Have Sweat Equity.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

If your fundraising event or the end of a specific fundraising campaign is quickly approaching and you haven’t quite hit your goal, try not to stress. In peer-to-peer fundraising, nonprofits essentially ask their volunteers and supporters to reach out to their individual networks to raise money on their behalf.

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DipJar

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

If your organization struggles to boost fundraising each year (or is seeing a decline in overall donations), it can be hard to know how to improve your fundraising strategy. For most nonprofits, it helps to go back to the starting point: your fundraising appeal. Do donors prefer giving by mail, phone, or online?

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NetWits

JUNE 23, 2011

— When creating any fundraising campaign there are two items that should always be on your short list list. So, what are the 2 key elements of successful fundraising campaigns? Oh, and improved fundraising results. Increase YOUR Fundraising Results by 10%. Print: Direct mail is far from dead.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

You may be wondering where to focus your fundraising as we emerge from the fog of 2020 and into, perhaps, a less cloudy future when it comes to nonprofit giving trends. People continued to give more generously than before – often referred to as a “ bump ” – and the predicted “slump” never really arrived. . Wonder no more.

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

Need to create your 2021 fundraising plan? Register for the course, “How To Create A Fundraising Plan For 2021” for only $115. “If And as far as fundraising planning goes, your fundraising plans were thrown off. Creating a Fundraising Plan. Creating a fundraising plan may seem daunting.

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 12, 2021

The new year is off and running, and many nonprofits are starting to plan for this year’s fundraisers. It’s the perfect time to reevaluate your fundraising strategies, leaving the less effective approaches in the past, and considering the addition of (or emphasis on) some new ones. Let’s get started! Emphasizing Mobile Giving.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It’s one of the most overlooked places to seal the deal with your donor: the fundraising landing page. . Your fundraising landing page is a perfect opportunity to make a strong connection with your donor. But as important as fundraising landing pages are, they are often dull and transactional. Blah, blah, blah.”.

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3rd Sector Labs

MAY 14, 2014

Fundraising data analytics is becoming more popular – and more necessary in today’s philanthropy marketplace. ” What is fundraising data analytics? As a helpful reference, please visit our Donor Data Management Dictionary. . Why is fundraising data analytics important? It’s a show-stopper.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Direct mail is a major workhorse for all nonprofits. And regardless of what you hear or think about online giving, most gifts still come via the mail. This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. Thanks Gail! Jerry Panas).

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. Today, most modern nonprofits engage in at least limited online fundraising to engage supporters even while following social distancing guidelines. Applying to Fundraise Online.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2023

Online fundraising is increasingly essential for nonprofits, but these types of initiatives come with unique challenges. Average online fundraising revenue declined by 4% in 2022 after two years of monumental growth inspired by the global pandemic. What are online fundraising platforms? Report on fundraising data.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

While acquisition is definitely a worthwhile goal, a sensible fundraising specialist will tell you that another top priority of any given fundraising project should be retaining the dedicated supporters that you already have. . Direct Mail versus Digital Communications .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Creating a budget can be challenging for new nonprofits when you don’t have past performance to use as a reference for future financial projections, but planning ahead is crucial nonetheless. Knowing which fundraising campaigns were most successful can help you plan future efforts. Payment method (cash, check, etc.)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2019

2) Don’t forget about the impact of donor-advised on fundraising. So why wouldn’t you incorporate soliciting donor-advised funds into your fundraising strategy? That way, these gift records are linked together for easy reference, tracking, and reporting. Inform them about the real-life changes you are making with their support.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

Silent auctions are popular nonprofit fundraising events for several reasons. Direct mail. Use direct mail to work alongside digital marketing and include enticing printed materials and compelling narratives that showcase your event’s value. Happy fundraising!

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2021

Direct mail is a valuable fundraising strategy, but figuring out how to send a nonprofit appeal can be confusing. You’re just mailing a letter asking for a donation, right? If you’re a beginner at mailing fundraising appeals , it’s really important that you understand the strategy and psychology behind what makes a good letter.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

In the spirit of the season, Festive Fundraiser Dear Festive Fundraiser, Thank you for your letter. Set clear goals: Clearly communicate your fundraising goals for the year-end appeal. Use their names and reference past contributions to show your appreciation. Be warm, heartfelt, and sentimental. Throwing a gala?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2022

Sending an annual appeal letter is one of the most important fundraising initiatives you carry out each year. It’s a chance for you to share your successes, highlight how important a donor’s support has been to your mission, and make a fundraising appeal. . 5 strategies to boost annual fundraising success. We’ll review: .

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

Even if you had her mailing address I doubt it would matter. . She refers to a “team of advisers” rather than a large, dedicated staff. It is unclear if the team of advisors to which she refers is one and the same as the Bridgespan Group but many of us in the fundraising world believe it to be so. .

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. CAVEAT: Make sure when you generate reports you include soft credits so you don’t inadvertently omit individual donors from recognition lists, cultivation mailings, and future appeals. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2023

Reference past giving history. Here are the most common communication channels nonprofits use and what types of messages they work best for: Direct mail. Direct mail is best suited for older donors who may be less technologically savvy. Reference past giving history. Address donors by their preferred names and pronouns.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 16, 2023

If your nonprofit engages in email fundraising, these are changes you’ll need to be aware of. Email Authentication (DKIM): For nonprofit organizations sending more than 5,000 Gmail messages per day, Google requires the implementation of DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) authentication.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A CRM is the backbone of effective communication, engagement , and fundraising strategies. For example, a fundraiser will need to focus on donor management , while a program manager will need to learn how to track program outcomes. That’s where customer relationship management (CRM) comes in.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Your marketing strategies and the marketing channels you use can drastically affect your fundraising success throughout the year. Nonprofit marketing refers to all of the different strategies your organization uses across the various channels of communication to spread awareness about your cause and gain new supporters for your mission.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

They typically don’t have formalized knowledge of fundraising but are eager to learn. These are often founders of nonprofits and also don’t have a lot of experience in fundraising. They may have experience in nonprofits but haven’t worked on the fundraising side yet. These discussions are a valuable service in itself.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach to direct mail. Donor acquisition refers to how many new donors your nonprofit can attract within a given timeframe. Evaluate past fundraising and acquisition campaigns. What is the difference between donor acquisition and retention?

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3rd Sector Labs

JULY 24, 2015

Most charities raise money from many different sources – direct mail appeals, online donations, events, workplace giving campaigns, and matching gift programs to name a few. If your organization is fundraising without donor data to support it, then you have a problem that needs your attention. I’m glad you asked.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Having to reference and keep two task managers up to date gets old. When you’re done with a workspace, archive it for future reference – no more bookshelves full of old notebooks. Add the donor to your CRM Add the donor to your mailing list. Two easy automations help keep this under control: Two Way Task Syncing.

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