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Fundraising Lessons from the Father of Advertising | Ogilvy on Fundraising

Whole Whale

While focused on selling products, many of Ogilvy’s principles and “rules” around research, messaging, and motivating action remain surprisingly relevant today, especially for nonprofit organizations seeking to engage donors and volunteers. Convey the mission as urgently needed and highly solvable to inspire hope and action.

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Cheap and Cheerful Audience Analysis for Nonprofits

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

One of the more chilling innovations in marketing over the past few years is called “predictive analytics” It’s this blend of statistical analysis, data mining and psychology which enabled Target to conclude that a teenage girl was pregnant before her father did. Have they taken action on your issue in the past?

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Event Management Software for Nonprofits: Top Tools for 2024

Qgiv

Fun Team Events | Best software for entertainment activities Fun Team Events blends entertainment and philanthropy by offering a distinctive and enjoyable avenue for your donors to support your cause. What we love about Mailchimp Mailchimp excels in collecting donor data and transforming insights into actionable strategies.

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5 Nonprofit Tips to Boost the Website Experience for Members

DNL OmniMedia

Incorporate Clear Calls to Action If a member visits your nonprofit website, they should know exactly what you want them to do. By placing calls to action (CTAs) on your website. This could include discussion forums, live chat support, or interactive polls and surveys. How can you accomplish this?

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End-of-Year Event Fundraising

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes END-OF-YEAR EVENT FUNDRAISING The final quarter of the year unfolds with a blend of reflection and anticipation. Leave everyone at the event with a clear action item: share the message, take action, or sign up to fundraise for your big end-of-year appeal.