Candid

JANUARY 4, 2023

In response to the simultaneous global pandemic and racial equity movement, philanthropy committed to act with urgency to better support nonprofit partners, as well as the people and communities hit hardest by the impacts of these dual events. These disorganized efforts take valuable staff time away from mission-critical work.

Demographics 111

Demographics Fund Practice Data 111

AccelEvents

JANUARY 30, 2022

Running an event is one of the best things a business can do to promote its brand. And the truth is, any sized business can run a successful event as part of its overall marketing strategy. A virtual, in-person, and hybrid event can all be used in generating leads. How do events help with generating leads?

Generation 52

Generation Registration ROI Stream 52

Whole Whale

MAY 2, 2024

Have interns handwrite thank you notes to VIP members of the community. Plan or support an event or major meeting A detail oriented intern may be the perfect assistant to a major event. They can refine guest lists, do community outreach, and help with day-of craziness. that outlines departments, titles and names.

International 98

International Program Ideas Data 98

Bloomerang

MAY 28, 2024

One of my favorite colleagues and co-host of our Eskin Fundraising Training Non-Profit Empowerment webinar series, Rhanda Luna, has been hired as Director of Corporate Giving and Special Events for SAFE, based in Austin, Texas. The overriding benchmark is that there is steady progress toward meeting core goals and objectives.

Advice 88

Advice Job Fundraising Texas 88

Association Analytics

MAY 20, 2024

The traditional landscape of non-revenue includes royalty and affinity programs, advertising and sponsorships, education and events and products and services but there’s a new world of buying habits that offer associations new options and opportunities for non-dues revenue.

Associations 169

Associations Poll Industry Stream 169

Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Use Social Media to Create an Online Community The average internet user spends roughly 151 minutes (that’s over two and a half hours) online every day. Build anticipation: Plan some email reminders leading to the event, so everyone has a chance to mark their calendars. Here are some concrete ways to get them to stick around.

Strategy 98

Strategy Measure Social Media Metrics 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2022

It’s a community that takes a while to understand and adapt to. That said, for those nonprofits that do want to grow a community on Twitter, follow these best practices when writing your tweets to maximize the likelihood of your tweets getting noticed: 1. 10) Explore Twitter Spaces, Newsletters, and Communities.

Twitter 343

Twitter Practice Social Media Nonprofit 343

Nimble AMS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

We continue to grow our offerings in Nimble Communities and reach higher levels of member engagement,” said Michael Blake, Chief Technology Officer at American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). AI also makes it easy to offer personalized content and suggest upcoming events a member might wish to attend.

Associations 148

Associations Missouri Measure Culture 148

The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

In announcing the release of Bloomerang Membership Management , the firm cited a study by Dynamic Benchmarking and Kaiser Insights that found implementing a member engagement plan led to a between 6 and 12% increase in membership renewals. It has been a busy year so far for Bloomerang.

Platform 52

Platform San Diego Management Indianapolis 52

EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

Mobile optimization —M+R’s Benchmarks for the year 2022 found that “users on mobile devices (including both phones and tablets) accounted for 57% of nonprofit website traffic.” Whether in-person or virtual , like any other type of event, numbers make a difference. This means their voices hold power in a range of ways.

Advocacy 222

Advocacy Action Support Help 222

Care2

MAY 24, 2013

Last month we reported that online fundraising response rates declined 27% between 2011-2012, according to the eNonprofit Benchmark study. The latest Blackbaud Online Marketing Benchmark Study for Nonprofits that analyzed data from 500 organizations using the Luminate platform also indicated a steep decline in fundraising response rates.

Benchmark 70

Benchmark Studies Money Raise 70

Nimble AMS

AUGUST 25, 2021

But, here’s something you might not know: Nimble AMS is part of a connected network of solutions for associations from Community Brands. In addition to providing membership management solutions, Community Brands delivers exceptional support for associations’ needs on multiple levels, including solutions for: Learning management.

Associations 123

Associations Industry Studies Benchmark 123

Everyaction

MAY 24, 2018

The annual M+R Benchmarks Report has arrived again, shining a light on trends that are shaping nonprofits’ digital programs. Having shared and discussed this year’s Benchmarks Report with many of our partners, here’s twelve key trends that have resonated strongly within the EveryAction community. boost in their conversion rates.

Benchmark 62

Benchmark Digital Trend Report 62

EveryAction

AUGUST 3, 2023

1,000 – $4,999) Recognition in annual report or website Invitation to exclusive events Subscription to a donor impact newsletter Silver level (e.g., 10,000 – $24,999): All benefits of Silver, and: Special recognition at events Private meetings with organizational leadership Platinum level (e.g.,

Strategy 177

Strategy Giving Fundraising Gift 177

sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Cast a Wider Net For individual fundraisers participating in a peer-to-peer (P2P) event, high-volume outreach is the most effective approach. Fundraisers who show up for (or host) dinner parties, game nights, family reunions, community festivals, and athletic events, naturally build more solid relationships.

Effective 74

Effective Tips Fundraising Blackbaud 74

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Did you ever imagine that your organization might have to turn on a dime to work from home, cancel planned in-person events, and continue to engage with members and colleagues in an all-virtual environment (all while figuring out how to home school your children)? Plan for hybrid (in-person/virtual) events. Me neither. Download now.

Virtual 78

Virtual Associations Headline Amazon 78

Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? Or could your next event benefit from a bigger team? To help you build a sustainable volunteer program, in this guide, we’ll cover the essential steps for starting a volunteer program: Conduct a community needs assessment. Craft a mission statement.

Volunteer 91

Volunteer Program Roles Training 91

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 30, 2014

That’s exactly what the Latino Community Foundation did. Tell us briefly about the mission of the Latino Community Foundation (purpose, staffing/budget size, and fundraising history). The Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is the premier Latino fund in California. LCF is a champion and advocate for the Latino community.

Results 112

Results Foundation Community Learning 112

Connection Cafe

MAY 9, 2013

Over time, we’ve isolated certain benchmarks that provide clues to the health of an event. Efforts that improve these metrics often lead to growth in revenue and vitality of an event or event series. Common peer-to-peer benchmarks include the following: Repeat attendance. How Do I Use Metrics with My Event?

Analytics 40

Analytics Benchmark Fundraising Metrics 40

Nimble AMS

DECEMBER 7, 2020

So, I sat down with Susan to ask her a few questions: Q: Susan, I know you bring more than 25 years of leadership experience in CRM technology, customer success, data sciences, and service delivery to your role at Community Brands and Nimble AMS. 2020 Benchmark Report: Preparing for 2021 and Beyond. Download now.

Associations 78

Associations Management Virtual Industry 78

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 27, 2019

Share your data and the results of the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report with your email list and social communities. There are occasional opportunities to participate in webinars, Twitter Chats, and Facebook Live events during the launch of the 2020 Global Trends in Giving Report. How to Apply.

Global 201

Global Trend South Africa Report 201

sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

The social good community continues to respond to the hardships and impacts of the pandemic and social justice issues. Many CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) professionals have shifted their employee and community engagement strategies as the world shifted to virtual and socially distanced work. This was approximately a $6.1

Disaster 94

Disaster Social North America Companies 94

AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. If your nonprofit organization or charity would normally host a holiday fundraiser in-person, then you might consider moving to a virtual fundraising event online. . But there is hope.

Virtual 98

Virtual Ideas Fundraising Stream 98

Classy

AUGUST 19, 2021

Still, it is key to attracting and retaining the donors that will help our customers better meet the needs of the communities that they are serving. Large-Scale Events. For nonprofits whose revenue relies heavily on events, Classy is investing in a more robust virtual events platform, including hybrid event capabilities.

Product 52

Product Design San Diego Management 52

sgEngage

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Additionally, the 2021 M+R Benchmark Report cites “The increase in overall giving was largely driven by more people giving rather than people giving more.” We see nonprofits around the world adding QR codes to their direct mail appeals or posters at onsite events to drive online giving.

Blackbaud 101

Blackbaud Articulate Gift Global 101

Tech Soup

JULY 16, 2013

Libraries, nonprofits, and schools are already working hard to teach digital skills and competency, but they need support of the entire community to help people thrive in the technology age. TechSoup for Libraries has profiled some public libraries that are striving to make their communities digitally inclusive. More Resources.

Digital 66

Digital Literacy Community Build 66

Greater Giving

OCTOBER 10, 2022

It’s important that we recognize the things we have while also giving back to our communities on this special day! Think of actionable steps and physical outcomes, such as reaching a benchmark on new construction or funding a specific program. Show off the work you do on a daily basis and how it changes the community.

Social Media 72

Social Media Donation Hunger Donor 72

Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Thanks to everyone who was able to make it to the session I presented with my colleague Robyn Mendez, Let’s Get Nerdy – Taking a Data-Driven Approach to Event Strategy. We had a great time hearing about the new and innovative ideas buzzing around the event fundraising community.

Benchmark 29

Benchmark Baltimore Texas Convio 29

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Look for features like: Event pages that can be fully customized to your campaign. Registration pages and forms that are accessible through the event page. Once your supporters and donors see you hit one donation benchmark, they’ll be inspired to continue to give as your goal increases. Hold a fundraising event.

Donor 106

Donor Online Fundraising Social Media 106

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

An annual report is an important public document that nonprofits publish each year to communicate with their community and donors. The annual report includes things like your organization’s major accomplishments, benchmarks, and constituent success stories. What is an annual report? . Share key indicators. .

Report 111

Report PDF Donor Summary 111

sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

According to our Annual Luminate Online® 2021 Benchmark Report , more than 770 social good organizations collectively raised over $1.8 Event Marketing Event marketing is an impactful way to communicate your mission directly to your community and potential donors. billion emails in that year alone.

Marketing 40

Marketing Nonprofit Blackbaud Demographics 40

Tech Soup

MAY 13, 2011

In the TechSoup premiere our new #NPLive interactive series of video events, join us to discuss The Future of Fundraising online in the social media matrix on Tuesday, May 24 at 11 a.m. In this unique, online, interactive (free) event - first in a monthly series - you get to see, hear, and ask questions directly to our panel of experts.

Interaction 67

Interaction Free Fundraising Cancer 67

CauseVox

APRIL 13, 2022

After seeing thousands of organizations raise millions of dollars with peer to peer fundraising campaigns, we have put together this quick guide to show you how you can engage with your community to run a winning peer to peer fundraising campaign in 2022. Quick Overview. The Structure of a Peer to Peer Fundraising Campaign.

Fundraising 74

Fundraising Benchmark Campaign Raise 74

Media Cause

APRIL 16, 2021

Facebook recently announced that the Facebook community has now raised over $5 billion for nonprofits and personal causes through Facebook and Instagram fundraising tools. EGPAF created its own fundraising moment during the middle of December among the HIV advocate community with the Jake and Rosa Facebook Premiere event.

San Jose 59

San Jose Facebook Work Fundraising 59

Achieve

MARCH 31, 2021

For instance, organizations might be experiencing: Surges of support from their community. For example, think about a local food bank that’s experienced a surge of community support but is trying to serve an unprecedented number of constituents using resources that can’t handle the increased scale. virtual events.

Campaign 98

Campaign Phase Studies Consultant 98

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 25, 2019

The 2019 M+R Benchmarks Report observed that for certain nonprofit sectors the impact has been “dramatic,” and for health nonprofits, in particular, it appeared “nothing short of transformative.”. His work is focused on nonprofits, advocacy, and public affairs. and make a gentle ask about whether they’re ready to fundraise again this year.

Facebook 215

Facebook Raise Fundraising Audience 215

AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Since shifting to the virtual event space, event planners have had to come up with creative ways to continue hosting profitable events. If your nonprofit organization or charity would normally host a holiday fundraiser in-person, then you might consider moving to a virtual fundraising event online. . But there is hope.

Virtual 52

Virtual Ideas Fundraising Stream 52