The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Turning Crisis into Community: How to Make Emergency Donors Lifelong Supporters As nonprofit professionals, we are all too familiar with the cycle of emergency fundraising. Don’t just make an ask, but keep new donors closely informed during the crucial period after a first gift.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Is there something you can do now to influence their end of year gift? It is the 21st-century version of a phone call. They tell you how your gift made a difference. Maybe they mention how your gift helped a person or solved a problem and include a photo (or emoji.). Think you’ll make a gift?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

It is tempting to allow board members to skip fundraising, but this useful list is designed to give board members a wide range of tasks they can choose from to support the financial growth of your organization, and only a few involve directly asking for money. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps.

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Kindful

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

There was a time not too long ago when digital channels like email, social media, and text messaging were seen as complementary to direct mail: the cornerstone of any robust donor communications strategy. Unfortunately, direct mail seems to have fallen out of favor with nonprofit communicators. And yes, that includes direct mail!

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

When you’re able to automate parts of your fundraising campaigns, like an email drip or text series campaign, you can ask donors for support automatically. This can save your organization countless hours on manual data entry, which can then go back into supporting your mission in other ways. Another perk is increased revenue.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, don’t wait for the year-end season of giving to be over to start prioritizing appreciation for donors’ gifts and inspiring their continued support. Lean into the spirit of gratitude by thanking your donors and volunteers for what their support made possible before you start asking for money. If they don’t answer, no worries.

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Neon CRM

MAY 16, 2024

Lapsed donors are a valuable group of supporters. Their past donations prove they’re committed to your cause, and their familiarity with your organization means they’re often easier to engage than brand-new supporters. A well-written letter can inspire them to renew their support. Did it say, “Thanks for the gift!”

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Thanking donors well is an essential aspect of fundraising that is often done just once—when the donor makes a gift, or, worse, it’s overlooked entirely. They support a network of 200 food banks and 60,000 food pantries and meal programs nationwide. Aaron LaMonica-Weier , Sr. They seek “an America where no one is hungry.”

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

And, according to ANA/DMA, “Direct mail still pulls a higher response rate than any marketing medium.” Direct mail and digital work side by side to ensure your best campaign. Warm up your donors and remind them that their support matters — that you matter. August and September are the ideal months to update your supporters.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The subject line is like the envelope for a direct mail letter; it’s a critical part of your appeal “package” as 47% of email recipients open an email based on the subject line alone. If someone wants to reach you by phone or email, it should be easy for them to do so. Tip: Plan to email your supporters more than once.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

It’s worth noting that a recent study by Philanthropy Daily found that 49% of lapsed donors who hadn’t made a gift in at least two years believe themselves to be current donors. According to Roger Craver, you have a 20%-40% chance of obtaining a gift from a recently lapsed donor. I’m not coming to you today to ask for a gift. (Of

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Donor stewardship and communications make up the most important component in growing your nonprofit’s general operating support — AKA individual giving. I’m looking at: How easy is it to make a gift? How do they respond to a gift from a new donor? Do they value small donations? What kind of follow-up do I receive?

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Having solid donor engagement strategies in place is important for any nonprofit that wants to inspire generosity in their community and build a base of lifelong supporters. Ask: Send a personalized request for support that acknowledges the donor’s past gifts and shares the impact their donation will make.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

As resources may be limited, it’s best to target items that won’t take a lot of phone calls or research to request. electronically or via regular mail). For instance, if a local Italian restaurant donated a gift card but it’s only open for delivery, disclose this in the item restrictions field. 4) Say thank you and stay engaged.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 13, 2020

Now you want to know, is it appropriate to ask your supporters to take further action? Many nonprofits fear that asking a donor for additional support, after they’ve already made a donation, will turn them off from making future gifts. Make sure your website is mobile optimized for donors using their cell phones.

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Greater Giving

JULY 18, 2023

Your donor data may include phone numbers, emails, birthdays, donation history, and even meal preferences. Here are the key pieces of information we suggest gathering: Contact details: Gather donors’ names, email addresses, phone numbers, and postal addresses. This can help locate major gift prospects or upgrade opportunities.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

And I, like you, feel the imperative of a prompt, personal thank you that’s powerfully indicative of the impact of the donor’s gift. If your donor is stuck in processing mode for weeks or months after giving, you’ll miss out on their most-likely-to-give-again period – a time when you could have received a second gift.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Julie Ordoñez will outline a proven strategy, messaging and action steps you can implement right away to close major gifts faster, ethically. We’re here to talk about 3 steps to closing over $10,000 gifts by December 31st. I’m here to support you. It is not too late to raise major gifts this year.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

On average, donor retention rates increase based on the average gift amount. For donors who give gifts under $100 the average retention rate is 25%. They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. These videos can have a huge impact.

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Kindful

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

No matter how they support your mission, one thing all of these volunteers have in common is that they deserve your gratitude. . You could also share that volunteer’s story (with their permission) with your supporters on your social media platforms, on your website, and in your newsletter. Surprise them with a gift. .

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2023

Your nonprofit CRM is much more than a storage space for addresses and phone numbers. It’s a powerful tool for managing and growing relationships with your supporters. The data in your CRM can help you raise more money, improve your donor retention, and even attract new supporters to your cause.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 27, 2021

There’s no substitute for this type of engagement if you want to inspire a donor’s most passionate and generous gift. For example, I was recently asked for a major gift after a year of being cultivated via email. I also received articles in the mail. Leave your phone number and email address on the voicemail. .

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Plus, not all of your supporters want to be wined and dined like a major donor. The majority of your funding likely comes from these major donors, so you should have specific strategies aimed at acquiring these key supporters. Ready to determine who your major donors are and raise more in major gifts? Let’s get started.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2023

As a small nonprofit, you have limited resources to connect with donors but adding a few personal touches to messages is a low-cost and easy way to strengthen your supporter relationships. By personalizing communications, you show supporters that you genuinely care about them, which can lead to more donations to help further your mission.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

When respected researcher Penelope Burk asked donors why they stopped giving, or why they gave less than they could, here are some of their responses : I didn’t receive any information at all after making a gift to a not-for-profit last year. What my friends and I talk about is how donors who make smaller gift are dismissed as unimportant.

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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!

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The season of gratitude is upon us and there is nothing more important you can do than thank donors for their support this year. If they donate by check, you should send them a hard copy thank-you letter with tax information by regular postal mail, sent within two business days of when you receive their check.

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Network for Good

OCTOBER 14, 2020

A strong year-end appeal increases the odds that your supporters will pay attention and respond. Potential supporters are much more likely to take your nonprofit seriously if your branding is consistent. Potential supporters are much more likely to take your nonprofit seriously if your branding is consistent.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2022

By broadening your definition of the Season of Giving, your nonprofit creates an opportunity for more meaningful connections with all your constituents, showcasing your support of ethnic traditions while asking for support of your cause. Mission —The voice of your appeal must prominently support your mission, beginning to end.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Credit card payments are donors’ preferred giving methods— 63% of donors prefer to give online with a credit or debit card , followed by direct mail (16%), PayPal (10%), wire transfer (5%), cash (4%), digital wallet (1%), and text-to-give (1%). per transaction. per transaction 7.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Memorial donations are gifts made in memory of someone who has passed away. There are a few reasons why your nonprofit may receive memorial gifts: The person who died supported your organization during their life and had a meaningful personal connection to your cause. What are memorial donations? Involve the honoree’s family.

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 23, 2023

Integrate an email campaign with your direct mail appeal and follow up with a phone call based on donor value, if warranted. A phone call is more personal and could help donors feel their support will make a big difference. You don’t always have to ask for a donation in a direct mail appeal letter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

2) It doesn’t display well on phones or tablets. If your site doesn’t have a responsive design (meaning it displays well on computers, phones, and tablets), it’s time for an upgrade. View your nonprofit’s website on a computer, tablet and phone and test these important actions: Complete an online form. Growing your mailing list.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2022

Donors who just made a donation to your nonprofit during the end-of-year giving season might not think you need another donation from them so soon after they made their last gift. They also might have stretched their budgets for holiday gifts and travel and don’t have as much to give as they would during other times of year.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 5, 2021

That means more than half won’t make another gift to your nonprofit. This mobile engagement makes it easy to reach your supporters quickly and keep them connected to your nonprofit between appeals. How to opt supporters in to text messages. Your donors will most likely provide their phone numbers on your donation form.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

When you prioritize donor retention when planning and executing your overall fundraising efforts, you gain opportunities to reactivate lapsed donors and build lasting relationships with new donors through direct mail and digital campaigns. Could the next gift come because of that moving photo on social media? What is donor retention?

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Achieve

JANUARY 27, 2023

This includes not only acquiring new supporters for your mission, but also fostering reliable and consistent relationships with your current donors. By setting up a recurring giving program, you’ll allow a sustainable stream of financial support to come flowing in. Embed a matching gift tool. Optimize your online donation form.

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