Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

To receive future updates about the Global NGO Technology Survey data, please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter. 1) 69% of nonprofits worldwide regularly publish an email newsletter. Of those, 93% use an email marketing service, such as MailChimp or ConstantContact, to send their email newsletters.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Other times, we talk to our donors through newsletters, e-mails and snail mail letters. This story is contained in your case for support , and should permeate everything your non-profit does to communicate with donors and prospects. As fundraisers, we need to be carrying on a constant conversation with our donors.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This means that your year-end giving effort should have a theme, a look and feel, and its own mini-case for support. My suggestions are: Include information about your year-end giving campaign in all of your regularly scheduled newsletters during the final two months of the year (including e-newsletters). Why do you need it?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 7, 2024

If you’ve got a regular email newsletter, it sets the stage — the tone — for the rest of the emails you’ll send. Your “Away” Message What message does your supporter receive when you’re out of the office? Your “away” message is another opportunity to show creativity and make your supporters feel the love.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Inform and update those providing the donation with the programs and efforts that are supported because of their donation, and don’t forget to send them a follow-up email or phone call to thank them for providing a tribute gift. Additionally, create a space on the website to acknowledge tribute gifts.

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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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TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The first step for any nonprofit, is to either build or buy a constituent relationship management system (CRM) to create a history of each supporter, recording their donations, if they volunteered, attended your event, or even sent you an email! email, snail mail, fax, phone, etc.). Hands-on participation. Exclusive access.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 23, 2012

Well, it’s time to fix what’s broken with your newsletter. Yep, without even seeing it, I can tell you that there are very likely some things you need to change with your print or email newsletter. Yep, nonprofits are sending out selfish newsletters. Leave time for getting it printed and mailed, too.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 23, 2012

Well, it’s time to fix what’s broken with your newsletter. Yep, without even seeing it, I can tell you that there are very likely some things you need to change with your print or email newsletter. Yep, nonprofits are sending out selfish newsletters. Leave time for getting it printed and mailed, too.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Gone are the days of list acquisitions and swapping of mailing lists. Very rarely will folks sign up for a newsletter from a newsletter sign-up form upon first glance. The aim is to keep sharing and inviting them to support the organization. 3) Capture social media followers that visit your website.

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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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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 24, 2020

An astute reader e-mailed me after the article was published to remind me that I forgot one important piece of the puzzle: stewarding donors after they give. Using newsletters, e-mails , videos, podcasts, websites, non-ask events , etc. You can give them an award, recognize them at an event, profile them in a newsletter, etc.

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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. 4) Add to Mailing List. 2) Encourage to Volunteer. 5) Video.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

Your loyal supporters love to hear from you. Provided you’re offering up content that’s relevant, useful, hopeful, and inspiring , mail as often as you can afford to do so (taking into account both human and financial resources). Layering on social media to reinforce the message in your mailing is generally a good idea.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2016

You may have an e-newsletter list that includes all donors and supporters, another list specifically for repeat donors, and another list for supporters who have not yet donated. Promote an online contest and offer free giveaways where signing up for your e-newsletter is required to enter. Host free webinars.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Likely a sign of best practices to come, their donation pages simply ask for credit card information and an email address (not a mailing address) and have an extensive offering of different ways to donate.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 8, 2023

Because email is such an important tool for nonprofits, growing your email list is a great way to ensure more supporters and potential supporters receive your message. How can you grow your nonprofit email list in a sustainable way that keeps fake contacts out and keeps supporters subscribed and engaged?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 18, 2013

Today, this font size and large quantity of content would visually overwhelm supporters and donors. e-Newsletter :: By 2008 nonprofits were beginning to understand and harness the power of e-mail marketing for online fundraising, branding, and cause awareness. World Wildlife Fund :: March 15, 2010.

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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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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI and the growth of subpar supporter communications Nonprofits embraced AI in 2023. Your contributions have allowed us to make significant strides in addressing pressing needs, supporting vital programs, and fostering positive change. Consider how you can reach out personally to include your supporters as the partners they are.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 25, 2024

It’s not even how compelling your offer is, or your mailing list. As one of your most committed supporters, I’d welcome a chance to help out, but if you don’t give me that chance, you won’t get the gift. No, it’s not the theme you decide upon. The most important factor of your organization’s monthly giving program is your back-end.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

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 I can tell you is that you’ll be thinking differently about every aspect of your next mailing.

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Candid

APRIL 6, 2023

This approach involves supporters raising funds on behalf of a nonprofit by reaching out to their family, friends, colleagues, and others in their network. Not only does it allow nonprofits to expand their donor base; it also enables them to engage with their existing supporters in a more personal and meaningful way.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 13, 2023

Your loyal supporters love to hear from you. Provided you’re offering up content that’s relevant, useful, hopeful, and inspiring , mail as often as you can afford to do so (taking into account both human and financial resources). Layering on social media to reinforce the message in your mailing is generally a good idea.

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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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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

Ask them if they’ll write a brief handwritten note on the next appeal you mail (give them a few sample notes). If they can’t come into the office, send them a bunch of sticky notes to write and mail back to you; insert these into the appropriate envelopes. Your big heart and support means a lot! Your support matters!” “You

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

These best practices serve as a foundation for your online fundraising campaigns, but much of your nonprofit’s success also depends upon the service you choose to process your online donations and the design and frequency of your e-newsletter. Make Sure Your Nonprofit’s Information in GuideStar Is Current.

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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. Engage supporters in your work and its effect on the world, or risk losing them.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Recognize past support There’s a phenomenon in psychology called the “foot in the door” phenomenon. Reminding that donor of their past support also triggers a feeling of responsibility and commitment. Balance Your Thanks with Their Support It’s important to thank your donors in some way, but it must be balanced.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Collecting registrations online means there’s no need to track down and manage mailed registration forms, checks, and receipts; search for information in multiple spreadsheets, emails, and handwritten notes; or enter and re-enter registrant information. You’ll want to get on the radar of your supporters as early as possible.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Create an e-mail signature that includes your website, blog, and social networking links. Purchase.org domain name for website and e-mail addresses. Add e-newsletter and text alert subscribe functionality. 2) e-Newsletter. Select an e-newsletter vendor. Design an e-newsletter template. 1) Website.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

A lot of times these calls will result in voice-mail messages, but that’s okay because the message will still leave a strong impression. I like monthly e-newsletters that combine brief stories and compelling photos. You receive plenty of form letters and email, but how many handwritten notes do you receive through the mail?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Would a mention in our quarterly newsletter be appropriate? Dear What’s Enough, Congrats on receiving more tribute gifts, and good on you for considering the best ways to recognize the generous supporters who refer these gifts to you. Put it where it’s most likely to be seen (for example, annual report; program; newsletter; website).

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

This will help you understand the types of supporters that are most likely to be interested in your cause and guide your efforts in targeting the right audience. conduct research Gather data on your current supporters Review your nonprofit’s existing data, such as donor records , volunteer information, and past survey results.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 1, 2022

One of the best ways to stay in touch with your donors on a consistent basis is through a nonprofit email newsletter. When done well, email newsletters can be fast and cheap for you and heartwarming for your donor, basically meeting everyone’s needs. Your newsletter’s audience Who you should sent your newsletter to?

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Social media is all about connection, so you should use it to actively connect with your supporters using these tips. . You can make this request in an email, or you can highlight social media accounts in your newsletter. You can even add a QR code to direct mail that leads to your organization’s account. Just like.

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 15, 2021

Thank you letters have long been seen by many fundraisers as “gottados” – one of those things you just “gotta do” to get to the real work of fundraising, like writing newsletters and having lunches with major donors at great restaurants downtown. As I sat here this morning opening the mail, I came across your generous donation.

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