Connection Cafe

JUNE 19, 2017

If you’re like me, you probably receive a number of e-newsletters related to fundraising , as well as a print publication or two. Especially if you don’t have a deep pool of your own experiences to draw on, how can you benefit most from the advice that is so freely offered? Where have they honed their fundraising skills?

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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Is your staff prepared to make the asks, attend the events, mail the collateral and try some Facebook fundraising ads? In 2020, U.S. nonprofits raised $2.47 billion dollars. What was your piece of that ‘pumpkin’ pie? Let’s talk 2021! What about your board members… are they fired up for fundraising season?

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Candid

APRIL 6, 2023

Promotional advice: 42% of donors giving is due in part to hearing a story from someone a nonprofit has helped. Take it a step further by creating templates and toolkits that fundraisers can use to share information about your campaign on key channels like mailings, social media, email, SMS messaging, and more. Leveraging direct mail.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Offer specific options Most advice will say it’s important to give a specific amount when making a request. Next, $25 donations receive a social media shoutout, $50 donations receive a newsletter mention, and $150 receive a donor event invite. You can build out three different versions of the newsletter based on those components.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2022

If you typically send out one monthly newsletter, two social media posts that share a story of hope, and one encouraging email, double that number between the end of December and the middle of January. You can even send a postcard in the mail with the same copy as your social media post. Make it as easy as possible for them to give.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

In this blog, you’ll find articles about: Opinions on Industry Trends, Topics in Behavioral Science, Whitepapers and Case Studies in Philanthropy, and Direct Mail and Online Fundraising. While her content might not look super modern, her advice is invaluable. THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE. And just for fun….

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Of all the mass communications tools your organization is using (website e-newsletters, social networking sites, mobile), which is resulting in the most online dollars being raised (directly or indirectly)? Direct mail and e-newsletters are still the leaders. I know resources are always a struggle.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Finally, remember that blog posts make great content for e-newsletters. Definitely integrate your blog posts with your e-newsletter. When you are considering launching a new campaign or starting a new online community, go to the blogosphere for advice. These posts can also be very effective in e-newsletters.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 5, 2021

This means, you have their consent to reach out via direct mail, email, calls, and texts! Use that checkbox for event registrations, volunteer signup forms, and mailing list signup forms. You can place keywords on your website, social media pages, in emails, and direct mail. Other ways to opt supporters into your texts.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 28, 2020

For advice on how to write emails that convert, check out our email invitation guide. If you have a mailing list or a newsletter, send invitations to those people as well. People who have attended your previous events are likely to be interested in your next event. Don’t stop at past attendees.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 6, 2013

Most nonprofits distribute the original source of the story to their communities (the New York Times , for example), but while that is generous, it does not help build the nonprofit’s brand recognition, e-newsletter list, or social networking communities; rather, it builds those of the New York Times. It makes them feel special and important.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Some of your donors are extremely connected to email and mobile, but others still appreciate that newsletter delivered by the postal service. Make sure that you email your donors, but also mail them letters, especially if they are responsive to mail. Some people like both. Engage your board members. We want you to succeed.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 5, 2011

To jump-start your group, you will need to promote it on your website, in your e-newsletter, and in your social networking profiles. When your group reaches that size, it’s likely to produce more traffic to your website and new e-newsletter subscribers than 10,000 fans on Facebook or followers on Twitter will do.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 18, 2020

Some examples of shaving the yak that I've encountered in my years of consulting: Trying to optimize the signatory on a direct mail letter Debating a 2 or 3 column newsletter format Over segmentation or suppression of segments for mail or email Deciding on the colors for gala, which inevitable leads to conversations about table clothes and napkins (..)

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 28, 2020

For advice on how to write emails that convert, check out our email invitation guide. If you have a mailing list or a newsletter, send invitations to those people as well. People who have attended your previous events are likely to be interested in your next event. Don’t stop at past attendees.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

Muchos kudos to the nonprofits that kept the donation process limited to one or two pages with only minimal data required to donate (name, mailing/billing address, and credit card information). The NCPSSM is very familiar with my advice on the subject. Related Links: Webinar: Online Fundraising and e-Newsletters for Nonprofits.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 17, 2021

Advice for nonprofits on going from web forms to results. When your website visitors donate, subscribe to your newsletter, or register for an event, that information can be synced directly to Salesforce. *This post was originally published on 12/3/2017, and it was updated on 06/17/2021.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 4, 2022

Spring appeal in late March – includes direct mail, email and social posts. Include a call for stories on social media, newsletters, or an upcoming email to your list. I have a treasure trove of advice on collecting stories for non-profits in these posts: 3 Tips for Find Stories to Tell. Here’s an example. Key Message(s).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 7, 2012

Finally, remember that blog posts make great content for e-newsletters. Definitely integrate your blog posts with your e-newsletter. When you are considering launching a new campaign or starting a new online community, go to the blogosphere for advice. These posts can also be very effective in e-newsletters.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

I join as many social media sites as I can and try to spend time learning each community so I can offer advice to others on how to engage with them. Email is still winning in the online donor department, and in terms of traditional communications we receive a shocking number of donations through direct mail.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 1, 2017

I’m a big believer in having conversations across the industry ( check out my podcast, if you haven’t already) to share honest advice about what’s working and what’s not—I feel that it’s one of the best ways for us learn and lift the fundraising profession together. Building year-end content strategies.

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Tech Soup

JULY 14, 2010

Of the nearly 400 people who listened in on Thursday, many say they gained real, actionable advice they could apply to their organization's social media use. is static — it's your website, e-mail newsletters, and "donate now" buttons; Web 2.0 Heather began her presentation by differentiating between the different types of "web."

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NTEN

DECEMBER 22, 2011

Where can nonprofits find free advice on questions as varied as: What is your policy on how you add e-mail addresses to your lists? I love the people, the webinars and reports, their annual conference, and even their email newsletter. It's THE place to meet smart, cool people doing smart, cool things for nonprofits.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

Wondering if your newsletter matches up to those of your competitors? He wrote about writing direct mail letters, and he actually wrote direct mail letters. That’s the person whose advice you should listen to. A world of information, much of it free, is as close as our nearest smart phone, tablet or computer.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

These days, investing in fundraising tools with CRM integrations is more of a necessity than general fundraising advice. Direct mail. The day-to-day activities of your staff and volunteers through newsletters and your social media accounts. . Identify the best ways to reach out based on your donor data and reports. .

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Volunteers, event attendees, annual fund donors, or people with whom you have engaged on some level through your emails and newsletters are often great candidates to move up the pyramid—they just need to receive some personal attention to motivate them. Ask what advice they have for you. Schedule an in-person or virtual meeting.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

The most popular pieces will be featured in our newsletter. You use e-newsletters to keep your members, supporters and volunteers up-to-date on your program developments and related issues. "Email marketing," as you may already know, is a rather broad term covering a range of electronic mail communications.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2017

GivingTuesday 2017 Webinar Series : Stay up to date with advice, how-tos, and more in the coming months with this webinar series. The New Normal in EOY Multi-Channel Fundraising : A successful marketing strategy has expanded beyond direct mail and email. Preparing your database. Use these tips to create a solid plan for Facebook.

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Care2

MARCH 27, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 17, 2014

Over $100 Check in the mail: Thank them with a phone call & letter. Over $1000 check in the mail: Call them up and see if you can go to coffee. Monthly e-newsletter themes. And for even more expert advice on donor retention, check out our npEXPERT eBook and webinar series! . Once a year thank-a-thon for all donors.

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Robert Weiner

JULY 20, 2013

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 26, 2011

My advice is give your donors 7 stewardship touches annually. Even if they get voice mail the donor will appreciate the personal thanks from a board member. Add the donor to your mailing list to receive your annual holiday card, annual report, and/or newsletter. Call on them occasionally to ask their opinions or advice.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

We sent e-mails to our personal contacts and the GOH database. Finding the right balance of using Twitter, e-mail, and newsletters is important,” she notes. But she also has advice for those who don’t win. “I E-mail to personal and professional contacts seems to be the most effective channel. Please vote for us!

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ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 1, 2011

I like to be informed of what the organization is doing, but I dont want mail solicitations. So, should we send them more e-mails? More newsletters? It is the relationships people form with each other that resonate and provide feelings of connection — much more than that weekly e-newsletter. Great advice!

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Electronic mail vs snail mail. Q: We’re a green recycling organization and we don’t like a lot of paper mailing. Q: Are electronic newsletters as effective as hard copy–snail mail? A: Email or regular mail – that is the question so many nonprofits are asking these days.

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Bloomerang

JULY 21, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to handle complaints from donors: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m really uncomfortable handling donor complaints. You mail too often. Too often the response here is to mail less. Mailing more raises more! You don’t need to waste expensive mailings on me.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2010

This device can send the information through a cell phone to a physician hundreds of miles away who can then offer expert diagnostic and treatment advice to the local health care provider. Tags: cloud computing Infrastructure jane meseck Leadership Mobile Newsletter NPTech NTEN Web Sites.

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