NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 4, 2024

Roughly one-quarter of Indiana membership associations reported a drop in the number of members of their organizations, a recent study showed.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2022

The good part about an annual society or membership fee is that it is repeated, so there is donor and value retention. We have trained the donor to give your society or membership gift and you have done all that is needed this year. The bad part about it is that the donor is not asked to increase giving or give again in the same year.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

The post Giveaways and Gimmicks Are Short-Lived Solutions—Strong Membership Initiatives Begin With the Basics appeared first on.orgSource. When the economy, technology, or social disruption, like the pandemic, threatens to come between us and our reason for being, a little panic is understandable.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 6, 2021

2020 presented a heap of challenges for membership organizations. Association leaders had to adjust to remote operations and figure out how to keep members engaged without the benefit of in-person interactions. .

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Nimble AMS

MAY 12, 2023

Your membership committee plays a vital role in your association—guiding conversations about key membership benefits, identifying potential member pain points , and strategizing solutions to better support your members. We’re here to help you enhance your membership committee! Responsibility. Supporting staff.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the third post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. Post 1: 12 Features Membership Organizations & Associations Should Look for in a CRM. 1) Set-up an automatic membership reminder.

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 23, 2021

One of the best ways to improve your members’ experience is to provide them with membership cards. Creating them may seem like a fairly straightforward process, but believe it or not, how you design and distribute your membership cards can have.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 12, 2022

While a prospective member may have visited your membership website or attended an event before deciding to join, filling out a membership application is when they make it official. Think of membership application forms. First impressions are important.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Here are 25 great membership website examples from all sorts of different organizations. See how they've set up membership benefits, events, and more. Plus, learn how to easily create your own membership website in 3 easy steps!

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Wild Apricot

JULY 29, 2022

If you’re starting a membership organization, one of the first things you’ll want to think about is how to collect membership dues. Membership managers often find it challenging to: Decide on a fair price and payment schedule for their.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Everyone running a membership organization wants to recruit some shiny new members. But, if you don’t have a membership engagement strategy in place to engage and retain them, you’ll end up losing members just as fast as you can acquire them. What is a Membership Engagement Strategy? And, a reason to renew their membership !

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Association Analytics

JULY 31, 2023

The post The Dating Playbook: Applying the Rules of Love to Your Membership Campaigns – 8/23/23 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Written by Findjoo , this is the first post in a series of three about best practices in digital marketing and fundraising for membership organizations and associations. Trying to enter all this information manually can be exhausting, especially once membership numbers start to boom. Running an organization can be a big challenge.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 17, 2022

If you’re in the midst of planning your membership program, you’re likely thinking about what benefits you can offer to your members and how much to charge for them. Hopefully, you already know that offering more than one membership level.

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Donorbox

MAY 5, 2023

Are you tired of the membership drive cycle of acquiring new members and sending out renewals, only to find that a significant portion of your existing members has lapsed? A small annual loss in membership numbers might not seem like much, but over time those small numbers can add up in a big way.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 3, 2024

Marketing campaigns dedicated to membership recruitment can help you build brand recognition, reach the right audience, and grow your networking opportunities — increasing your membership’s value in the process. In this guide, we’ll review how you can harness the power of digital marketing to promote your membership-based organization.

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Wild Apricot

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Building a membership website is an exciting step for your organization! It gives people a place to celebrate and grow your mission, and establishes your legitimacy in the nonprofit world. The last thing you want is to draw a blank when you sit down.

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Nimble AMS

JULY 8, 2021

Membership dues. Association industry research from Community Brands shows that organizations of all sizes say that membership dues typically provide 45 percent of revenue for their organization. The last thing you can afford to do is lose any membership dues. Where would your association be without them?

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 20, 2021

Deciding how to price your membership can be challenging. How can you find a price point that's fair for your members, accurately represents the value you’re providing, and covers the cost of running your organization? Whether you’re a.

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 11, 2021

So you want to start a membership site. Maybe you’re interested in developing a new source of recurring revenue. Maybe you have a lot of knowledge on a specific topic that you’re dying to share with the world. Or maybe you’re already.

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Wild Apricot

MAY 5, 2021

If you’re planning on building a membership website, there are many membership website builders that are easy to use and have lots of features to suit your organization. To help you choose the right one, I spoke to a number of organizations who.

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Wild Apricot

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Then it’s time to become an expert in nonprofit membership programs! Want to build a community and boost your revenue? From growing your following to brainstorming member perks to setting up a great website, we have everything you need to know.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 23, 2020

This membership database selection guide is perfect to help small organizations, associations and nonprofits just getting started with formally managing their member data or looking to switch systems.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 28, 2021

Thousands of organizations use Wild Apricot's software to manage their membership websites ( we're also the most popular provider ). That’s because Wild Apricot is one of the few membership website creators who offer a completely free account.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 13, 2023

So, you’re starting a membership program —now what? Check out the various nonprofit membership models that exist throughout the sector! Every membership program needs a structure that appeals to its intended audience.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 17, 2023

The post Club Membership Cards: Your Key to Member Loyalty appeared first on WildApricot.

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Wild Apricot

APRIL 5, 2023

The post The Complete Guide to Setting Up a Robust Membership Model appeared first on WildApricot.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

For associations and other organizations with memberships, your members are the life force of your work. Attracting members—especially engaged ones who plan to be active long term—with a membership drive is crucial for your organization’s continued growth and success. That’s where a well-planned membership drive comes in.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 31, 2022

How do I create a membership website through WordPress? Creating the best membership website for you can be a daunting task. Why should I use WordPress? These questions probably landed you on this page. There's lots to consider! Fortunately, you've.

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Donorbox

AUGUST 30, 2022

Have you ever wondered if there was a difference between recurring donations and memberships? The post Recurring Donations vs. Memberships – Which to Use and When? Why do online donation tools offer both, and should your nonprofit include both? In this article, we’ll explore the similarities and differences between […].

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 27, 2021

How many cultural organizations were actively prioritizing digital benefits and digital access in membership? Indeed, prior to COVID-19, the core benefits of membership were related to the onsite experience: unlimited free admission, member rates for in-person events, and discounts on gift shop purchases and concessions.

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Wild Apricot

MARCH 11, 2021

If you run a membership site or a membership organization, it may be a good idea to create a membership agreement for your members. Are you legally required to have your members sign a membership agreement? But having some sort of contract in place.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 5, 2020

Here's why now is the perfect time to ditch your club membership Excel template and make the move to membership management software. Still using Excel to manage your club's members?

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 18, 2022

Membership . Since it’s built on the Salesforce CRM platform, Nimble AMS gives you a compete view of your members, allowing you to collect, track, manage, and report on the contacts and relationships in your membership base. To learn more, read: 4 Ways a Modern AMS Helps Membership Directors Deliver a Great Member Experience.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 19, 2023

For member-based nonprofits and associations, figuring out what membership benefits you’ll offer is one of the most important decisions your organization will make. In this article, we’ll cover 22 different types of membership benefits that your nonprofit could potentially offer its members. Let’s get at it!

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Many nonprofits rely solely on membership fees to fund their efforts. Running a membership program is an in-depth process made easier with the right tools. Membership software can help nonprofits recruit new members, collect necessary contact information, and market […].

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 21, 2020

Membership certificates are a great way to keep your members feeling recognized and appreciated. Download these templates for free and customize them to your needs.

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