The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause.

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Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

As every seasoned fundraiser will tell you, it comes down to building and sustaining a strong network of nonprofit funders. But there’s a catch: Relationship-building takes time. In this blog post, we’ll not only explore the importance of building strong networks and how to find the folks with whom to prioritize building relationships.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

Whether you’re crafting an emergency plan to react to unexpected external circumstances or creating your strategy for the next two to five years, this guide will help your nonprofit get the most out of its strategic plan. Write these actions down and create a timeline to complete each one. Let’s get started.

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Qgiv

APRIL 9, 2024

Learn how your organization can take full advantage of social media in this guide! SMART goals are the foundation of your social media strategy and should be tied to building brand awareness, increasing engagement with your community, or raising more funds. Engagement.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2024

Here’s where a robust donor relationship management (DRM) solution can help to support relationship building with new and one-time donors. DRMs can directly address industry challenges by offering tools for personalized communication and targeted outreach to support relationship building and retention.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Here are some strategies your organization can consider for improving donor retention by building donor trust in your brand. Understanding their perceptions of your organization and what philanthropy means to them can help you take actions that build trust. Develop two-way trust from there: 1.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Whether raising funds, increasing awareness, or celebrating achievements, your goals will guide your guest list. Their action sets a powerful example and fosters a vibrant culture of generosity, making it a key strategy in achieving your event’s financial goals. Here’s how to curate a guest list for your gala: Define your goals.

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Media Cause

JUNE 27, 2023

Here, we’ll break down social media advertising for nonprofits, and guide you along with the best practices to bring your plans to life—and bring in new supporters. Not only will this help build your credibility among your audience, it can also increase the reach and consistency of your brand awareness efforts.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

To secure the support of these crucial donors, your nonprofit needs to build a robust major gifts fundraising strategy. In this guide, we’ll cover the need-to-know information and steps of creating a major gift fundraising strategy, including: What is a major gift? Development director.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With three days packed with star-studded keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and inspiring networking opportunities, we’ve brought together an insider’s guide to getting the most out of your bbcon experience this year. Build Your Agenda In addition to keynotes and luminary super sessions, there are over 125 breakout sessions to choose from.

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Classy

JUNE 2, 2021

A large part of that is examining what actions define fundraising strategies that bring in more online donations and keep donors engaged each year. Below, you’ll find the proactive actions taken by nonprofits who increased their online donations by 84% with 122% more transactions in just 90 days. Our findings are now your roadmap.

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Classy

APRIL 12, 2021

The lifetime value of recurring donors is 440% greater than one-time donors, which is why we’ve created a comprehensive recurring giving guide to help your organization build a predictable stream of revenue, maximize annual contributions, increase donor value, and boost donor retention. . Download the Guide Now.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

In this guide, we’ll review the importance of year-end giving and the best strategies to use to plan a successful campaign. As a rule of thumb, nonprofits should start preparing and building their year-end giving teams when students return to school for the fall semester, usually three to four months ahead of the campaign period.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

In this guide, we’ll explore nonprofit data warehouses, the steps to configure one, and how to harness the power of your data effectively. 6 Steps to Get Started Take these steps to build a solid foundation for your data warehousing journey. It’s essential to understand your needs so they can guide the entire process.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

Most nonprofit professionals can relate to the idea of wearing many hats, some of which we don’t always feel super confident with, which is where a quick, no-nonsense guide to nonprofit storytelling can come in handy. Create stronger relationships, build bonds, and increase loyalty. Prompt action from your audience .

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sgEngage

APRIL 19, 2023

Building a successful workplace giving strategy can provide your organization with a reliable source of funding, deepen supporter relationships, and increase awareness of your cause. Establish actionable goals and craft a plan to achieve them. Establish actionable goals and craft a plan to achieve them.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Whether you’re running a marathon to raise money for mental health or you are a nonprofit considering hosting a peer-to-peer birthday fundraiser , building an effective personal fundraising page is the first step towards creating positive change in the world. Call to action Finally, make a call to action. Say Thanks!

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

This post describes actions you can take to implement the findings of Bloomerang’s 2023 Fundraising Planning and Climate Report. Multiple, practical action steps are presented below to advance your fundraising based on the survey results. Let’s move to specific actions based on the developmental stage of your fundraising program.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2022

They can then use the information in the software to reach out to donors with personalized communications, ensuring they’re building genuine relationships with their supporters. Having this data in one place will help you create a more effective fundraising and communication strategy and build deeper relationships with your donors. .

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Include calls to action in your ads that direct your supporters to your website or a specific project’s landing page. These calls to action also offer you an opportunity to advertise your upcoming events by sending anyone who clicks on them to your event’s registration page. Use an eye-catching first image to attract engagement.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2022

Every member of your nonprofit team already knows how to build strong relationships with friends, co-workers, family members, significant others, and more. Magic happens when you build those kinds of relationships with your prospects and donors. Building your donor stewardship plan. Building your donor stewardship plan.

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M+R

JANUARY 24, 2022

ICYMI: We released a guide to help nonprofits develop creative that reaches your goals while living your values. It’s how we communicate compassion and outrage and hope, how we turn abstract and complex issues into concrete and immediate action. In many cases, we are asking people to take action on a topic that affects them directly.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Today brings the new book, Build For Tomorrow , by Jason Feifer , Editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and host of the podcasts Build For Tomorrow and Problem Solvers. “My My new book is for anyone facing down an uncertain future, as well as a practical guide for every entrepreneur and aspiring entrepreneur,” says Feifer.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

A few months ago brought the new book, Build For Tomorrow , by Jason Feifer , Editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and host of the podcasts Build For Tomorrow and Problem Solvers. “My

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

their third edition of, The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan. The book is packed with: Examples and case studies Action plans Tools, techniques and tricks of the trade The authors also explain why you need to start even before your official first day on the job. By Day 60 : Overinvest in early wins to build team confidence.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In Dream Big and Win , author Liz Elting shares the lessons she learned ― both the successes and failures ― while building a billion-dollar company from scratch. How the quickest way to resolution between your employees is through immediate action and transparency. The importance of open communication and authentic employee feedback.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 5, 2023

Inspire Facebook supporters to take action. With this in mind, let’s jump right into building a strong and supportive community for your nonprofit on the platform! Inspire Facebook supporters to take action. The post How to Build Community on Facebook: 5 Nonprofit Strategies appeared first on Nonprofits Source.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Named one of the most influential women in technology by Fast Company, she has over three decades of experience in designing and delivering training and capacity-building programs for nonprofits and foundations. Using data as a guide, Ashley will uncover clues to illuminate the contemporary nonprofit’s journey.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 22, 2023

By using narrative and storytelling techniques, you’ll be able to communicate your nonprofit’s mission and impact while building stronger emotional connections with your audience. 3 Top Nonprofit Storytelling Strategies Well-crafted nonprofit stories will help you engage with your audience and inspire them to take further action.

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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

If you’re planning a virtual event, make sure your CRM is part of the action and can readily integrate with your virtual auction software. Your database will be useful at each step of the fundraising process: Before your virtual auction , use your CRM to help guide the planning process.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 15, 2022

In this guide, we’ll introduce you to the concept of social listening and provide a list of the best free social listening tools on the market. On the other hand, if you see a decline in sentiment, that could be an indication that you need to take action. Ultimate Guide To Social Listening Tools appeared first on Whole Whale.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 8, 2020

their third edition of, The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan. The book is packed with: Examples and case studies Action plans Tools, techniques and tricks of the trade The authors also explain why you need to start even before your official first day on the job. By Day 60 : Overinvest in early wins to build team confidence.

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2021

With intentional actions from your nonprofit to express gratitude and connect with supporters, Facebook fundraising offers the first step toward building lifelong philanthropic relationships. When it comes to Facebook Fundraising, we wrote the ultimate guide ! How do users start Facebook fundraisers?

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

And in a digital world where 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media take some action, that’s a substantial missed opportunity. In this guide, we’ll explore the top secrets your nonprofit can use to access its social media potential and drive more results. Highlight your appreciation.

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DNL OmniMedia

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Moves management allows major gifts officers to understand where each prospect is in that cycle, so they’re able to discern and take action on the best next step. While this template may look different for each nonprofit, this is a great starting point to begin building your team’s processes. What is this strategy used for?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This is just one example of how storytelling impacts engagement and why it’s so crucial to build storytelling into your nonprofit’s strategy. Visuals can also help build a connection from human to human, making your mission and work more relatable. Impact Perfect Your Nonprofit Calls to Action in 3 Steps 6 min read Read Now 14.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2016

The following is an excerpt from Mobile for Good: A How-To Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits. Add call-to-action overlays to your YouTube video s that link to e-newsletter subscribe page. Mobile for Good: A How-To Fundraising Guide for Nonprofits. Not all email lists are the same.

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