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Discussion of Donor Data Retention

Robert Weiner

The original question: My organization is working on a data retention policy and wondering if others have insights to share. It will depend on local laws, your storage needs, and your relationship to past customers. A few months ago I wrote a post on the topic of whether nonprofits should delete old donor records.

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Why your code of ethics is a top-ranking member benefit

Nimble AMS

Within the association, the Code of Ethics has the power to drive retention. Consider adding qualified members (those with law backgrounds or experience with ethical issues, or public policy specialists) to the Code of Ethics Committee or task force so they can serve in a greater capacity. Download now.

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8 Ways to Keep Former Nonprofit Board Members Engaged

Bloomerang

That’s as many as six years—or perhaps even more depending on the by-laws. Just examine your donor retention rates. Former board members are among your most loyal ambassadors and knowledgeable resources. Just think of all they’ve done for your nonprofit over the years! . They likely completed at least one or more board terms.

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How can professional development advance nonprofit performance and ensure sustainability?

ASU Lodestar Center

First, it helps with staff retention rates. The professionals who work for your organization, who are knowledgeable in subjects such as taxes and laws, will be better apt and able to rise to the challenges as they occur and will ultimately support with the sustainability of the organization.

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Why Should You Provide Continuing Education to Your Members?  

Forj

Retention rates are also 34 percent higher for those who are provided with continuing educational opportunities. Some fields require recertification for licensing purposes, while others may require their workforce to take refresher courses for changes in local, state, or federal laws and regulations.

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Let the Donor Decide: Don’t Assume Giving is Off the Table During a Crisis

Connection Cafe

She reflected that the way we give is evolving impacted by tax law and technology along with changing consciousness and shifting social mores. Forty-one percent of donors have changed their giving due to increased knowledge about the nonprofit’s effectiveness. All attention should be on retention.

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The 2019 Best Nonprofit Conferences Calendar

The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

The 36th Annual Nonprofit Organizations Institute will feature nationally recognized experts from private foundations, public charities, law, finance, and government discussing the latest tax, legislative and governance issues affecting nonprofit organizations. Philanthropy Southwest / Austin, TX / $675. Finance / @southwestfdns.

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