Candid

APRIL 19, 2022

LOHR rehabilitates horses and connects them to people in the community who benefit from equine assisted therapy, including people on probation, victims of domestic violence, first responders, foster children, veterans, and others. My advice to other organizations in similar positions is don’t give up! Lessons learned .

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Amy Eisenstein, CEO and co-founder of the Capital Campaign Toolkit, and Adrian Sargeant, co-director at the Institute for Sustainable Philanthropy, conducted a study titled “ Major Gift Fundraising: Unlocking the Potential for Your Nonprofit *.” . In all, the training had a positive impact on 18,000 children and 350 teachers.

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Roundtree

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

My one piece of advice to my daughter and son-in-law at their wedding was “never assume what has never been said.” Never assume they know the impact their gift is having. If you want donors to remain as excited as they were when they first gave, then tell them stories of how their gift is making a real difference in the world.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

4) What is your best piece of fundraising and online communication advice for Kenya NGOs when it comes to raising money through crowdfunding? 39% of donors in Kenya give tribute gifts. 61% are more likely to donate if they are offered a free gift in exchange for their donation. ? 12% donated on #GivingTuesday 2017, 36% did not.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

According to fundraising expert and author Penelope Burk, 67% of respondents attending a donor cultivation event credited it as the reason why they made their gift. . A lot of your donors might be thrilled to get their children introduced to philanthropy and this could be a great chance to do that. Smart decision! Still stumped?

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Kindful

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The money went to improving education for children across Northern Ghana through teacher training and increasing awareness among citizens of the importance of education. As a result of the campaign’s success, 18,000 children and 350 teachers reaped the benefits. million—which was five times what the organization had set out to raise.

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Qgiv

APRIL 28, 2021

BHcare Foundation provides a comprehensive and integrated system of care for adults, children, and families who are struggling with mental health issues, substance use issues, or domestic violence. Tangible Gifts. We also offered her best practice advice. Like other organizations, they heard the buzz about virtual events.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

And a more extensive background check may be required if a volunteer works with children. Shockingly, according to a Software Advice research report, 52 percent of nonprofits are still using Excel and Google Docs to run their development operations. Volunteer applications can also uncover valuable skills, interests, and certifications.

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Have Fun - Do Good

JULY 22, 2009

I can use all the inspiring quotes and advice I can get! In our fast paced world, spending time with someone can be more valuable and memorable than a physical gift. A friend of mine's mom has been giving the gift of time to her grandchildren and children for years. A date to do something together. A donation.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2021

Your list could include: age range, income range, religious affiliation, making donations to other charities, having school-age children, etc. . Once you have their first gift, make sure you work extra hard to bond them to your organization—otherwise retention can be a problem moving forward. Tip #2: Locate. Events (live or remote).

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

If you host the event at a restaurant or local pub, offer a gift certificate to the establishment as a prize for the trivia winners. But you can host a tax tips event featuring local financial experts to provide valuable tax advice to your donors. You can also include activities for the children of the community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

5) What is the most important piece of fundraising advice that you have to offer charitable organizations in Brazil? 11% of donors in Brazil give tribute gifts. 21% are more likely to donate if they are offered a free gift in exchange for their donation. ? Before you ask for a donation, have a clear strategy and a strong voice.

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BoardAssist

JUNE 17, 2014

That’s the advice we got this week from guest blogger Amy Eisenstein, a top fundraising consultant who has generously shared her terrific advice with our readers this week. Before you can ask for a major gift, you need to focus on gratitude. They educate children. It’s the thank you after a gift is made.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

A time-limited opportunity (example: matching gift during a campaign, though there is increasing skepticism and controversy around matching gifts). Without an autism assessment resulting in a diagnosis, families with children under the age of 6 are unable to access the $22,000 of government funding to support therapies.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

You can say something like this: “ Thank you again for your generous gift to XYZ organization! We are honored that you trusted us with such a significant gift. Or get ideas for spot-on gifts you can give them later. Many will say their children are their proudest accomplishment. Maybe they play tennis, just like you.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 3, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on legacy giving and how to overcome obstacles and barriers to receiving a bequest. . Also, they don’t consider the other useful aspects of a will, such as: Determining who will look after children, pets, parents or other dependents. Give legal or financial advice.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 22, 2012

Donors are frustrated by difficult donation forms, lack of receipts and a dearth of information on the impact of their gifts. Share on your blog: Have a piece of advice that is all about “being your donor”? In addition, the top reason donors cite for ceasing their giving to a charity is how they were treated by the organization.

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

The authentic conversation between more than 7,000 worldwide attendees and industry experts sparked real-time fundraising advice to address unique nonprofit priorities. Their supporters may refer to those same beneficiaries as “our children” or “the future of our country”. Speak to these supporters differently than any other donors.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 25, 2015

A few months ago, PewDiePie and the Bro Army raised more than $630,000 for Save the Children through a crowdfundraiser on Indiegogo , a gaming bundle on The Humble Bundle, live-streams on Twitch and an anonymous matching donation of $150,000. How did Save the Children manage to get the most popular YouTuber to do a crowd funding campaign?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 29, 2015

PLEASE MAKE A RECURRING GIFT : I’ve donated to the GlobalGiving Earthquake Fund – the money will go to a vetted network of NGOS – and they have a donor who is matching all recurring gifts. I also donated to Save the Children and if you are an Orbitz customer they are matching donations.

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Qgiv

APRIL 21, 2023

In their research project “Exploring the Love Language of Fundraising,” Jen and Adrian are uncovering how often the nonprofit sector focuses on money within their messaging – “Your gift can” or “Thank you for your donation” – which establishes a transactional relationship with them. You can learn something from everybody.”

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

My co-worker Becky Wiegand already gave you some tips for working more efficiently in Word and PowerPoint , so I've been given the honor of doling out advice for perhaps the most powerful and complex application in the Office suite: Excel. But most users don't realize how much functionality the software includes.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 21, 2010

I’m donating all of my profits to the Sharing Foundation , which helps to care for Cambodia’s children. Allison is donating to the Hope for Henry Foundation , which provides gifts to children in hospitals with chronic diseases. Since this was my first ustream event, I reached out to my network for some advice.

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

The authentic conversation between more than 7,000 worldwide attendees and industry experts sparked real-time fundraising advice to address unique nonprofit priorities. Their supporters may refer to those same beneficiaries as “our children” or “the future of our country”. Speak to these supporters differently than any other donors.

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Your mid-level donors will upgrade their gifts. Call your donors and thank them for everything they have done to help the (children, students, elderly, poor, hungry, prisoners, sick etc). All the research shows that donors will give more if they can designate their gift. Your donors will be warmed up before you ask. Make it fun.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2014

For a low-income family with two children, the application fee adds up. Our strategies: Focus on a clear, positive, and inspirational message – “Unleash Great Minds” instead of something like, “Help low-income Latino children”. What’s your advice about doing crowd funding campaigns? per person.

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BoardAssist

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Terrific advice Gail! My crystal ball tells me that they are unlikely to renew their gifts. One gift and vamoose – they are gone! Don’t ask her for a gift to support the rain forest and then come back with a newsletter about the Arctic! Hungry children in Brazil? Enslaved children in the far east?

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 19, 2014

This advice served me well as I went on donor calls, attended networking events, and generally interacted with our giving public. She has created a coloring book for children born with cleft lips and palates. This book tells Katie’s story so that children with cleft lips and cleft palates learn how to see their individual beauty.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2014

Organizations that raised the most money invested more in staff, in securing major gifts, and in overall fundraising capacity. Higher education – Cultivating major gifts. ” Those outings can include activities for families and children, and can pave the way for additional gifts. .”

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BoardAssist

FEBRUARY 26, 2014

Advice from BoardAssist on How to Successfully Recruit the Perfect Board Member. If a foundation asked you to submit a grant proposal for a large annual gift, most nonprofits would make that a top priority. If you are navigating this process on your own, here are some useful tips. Top Twelve Tips for Courting New Board Members.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 29, 2017

What’s your advice to nonprofit professionals? What is your advice about consuming the news these days and how to be an activist but also balance self-care. I also reflect regularly through meditation and other mindfulness practices on what are my gifts and talents and how I’ve been called to use them to be of service.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 10, 2013

It’s free advice about how to build a give-back program into small business. White Butterfly Gift Shop in NJ – donated the proceeds of t-shirt sales to support a mother of 5 who cannot afford her cancer treatment. The Gift Shop also adopted the family for Christmas, asking community members to donate toys for the children.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 25, 2007

I was curious about my colleagues, who work for nonprofits and are parents, what do they do to encourage their children's spirit of giving at a young age? Hans shared a story about how his wife donated her hair to Locks of Love which sparked a conversation with their 4 year old about children who are in need.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

While many of your donors may give small amounts to your school simply because of their fond memories of attending or because their children currently attend, major donors will need to be approached and cultivated as part of a well-rounded donor cultivation plan. Ask for their advice. Your Core Major Donor Prospect Groups.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 21, 2013

Your young alumni are your future major gift and planned giving donors, but only if you engage with them early and in an appropriate manner. Alumni Board – ensure that a small group is being asked to join the board for their advice and perspective. First of all, it is important to establish realistic goals around this group.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 11, 2020

Q: What is the best piece of advice you’ve received that has guided the way you lead? We are all uniquely gifted. I can think of no greater gift we can offer to those who will follow behind us. In the last 30 years, technology has been an integral part of that innovation and I don’t see that changing any time soon.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 16, 2008

Since I was a first year college student at UC Berkeley, I have been working with students and schools in low-income communities and have grown increasingly aware of how educational disparities keep children from reaching their potential. Donors will be able to discuss gifts and interactively engage with one another.

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