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Qgiv
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Whether you’re new to the fundraising world or a seasoned veteran, one thing is clear—volunteers are key to a nonprofit’s success. Without the help of volunteers’ donated time, many nonprofits simply couldn’t function. In fact, the value of volunteer hours is at an all-time high, according to a recent report by Independent Sector.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
AUGUST 6, 2023
Traditional methods, like direct mail, are still important for reaching older or less tech-oriented supporters. A compelling year-end appeal is: Human: Messaging in a nonprofit’s year-end fundraising campaign should be relatable and authentic, so donors feel a genuine connection to the cause.
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EveryAction
MAY 11, 2023
But how can you attract passionate advocates who will show up ready to volunteer, sign petitions, attend rallies, and otherwise take action to help you create positive change? The Campaign Workshop Joe Fuld, president Often campaigns make assumptions that people on the team—volunteers, donors, etc.—understand Don’t assume!
Candid
APRIL 6, 2023
Create a dedicated campaign page Although peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns utilize personalized donation pages for your supporters, your nonprofit’s website is still the go-to source for all information about your cause and fundraising goals. That way, all visitors to your website can easily find key information about your initiative.
Bloomerang
OCTOBER 30, 2023
Founder John van Hengel developed the concept of food banking when he was a soup kitchen volunteer. Charity Navigator has awarded Feeding America a four-star rating for ten consecutive years. I asked Aaron about Feeding America’s current commitment to direct mail. In 2021 it had an annual budget of $4.1
Bloomerang
MAY 3, 2021
Ask them if they’ll write a brief handwritten note on the next appeal you mail (give them a few sample notes). If they can’t come into the office, send them a bunch of sticky notes to write and mail back to you; insert these into the appropriate envelopes. For volunteers who don’t know many donors, ask them to write generic notes (e.g.,
Whole Whale
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023
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. Focus on selling – Judge ads by sales results, not awards.
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