sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Ashley Thompson, Managing Director at Blackbaud Institute, will dive into the trends that can help us better understand how philanthropy weathers change. Here are a few tricks to help narrow your options to the sessions that will be the most impactful for your work: . To learn fundraising and marketing best practices… .

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Using examples from their own institution, such as bringing a new department into the fold using Blackbaud Altru and building out their integration with Mailchimp through Omatic, you’ll learn the benefits of focusing on the big picture goal. Getting Organized for bbcon 2021 Virtual.

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Arts Culture Virtual Guide 69

sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2022

The planning, preparation, execution and blend of multi-generational activities really comes together to make a community impact. Knowing the potential pitfalls and ultimate goals of your event makes a huge difference. Set explicit measurable goals. Goals provide clarity about what you want to achieve.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 7, 2019

This year, we’re setting ourselves up for success with a monthly goal. For example, January’s goal is cutting out processed foods. February’s goal is giving up simple carbs. March’s goal is eliminating wheat. By planning a goal for each month and healthy activities for each week, we are much more likely to succeed.

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2023

Fund Accounting Software that Drives Impact Find out how Blackbaud’s Financial Edge NXT® fits your organization. Boards, management, and staff should recognize the purpose of an audit is not to identify fraud but to provide an independent opinion on the financial statements.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Our quick guide will help you hit the ground running so you can unlock the tools, expertise and inspiration to achieve your greatest impact. Mark your own calendar. If you are like us, you live and die by your calendar. Picking your session as a “nonprofit”. Day 1 – Tuesday, October 6. Embrace virtual networking!

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NetWits

AUGUST 11, 2011

Our goal: Gain a clearer understanding of what they do to achieve success on a regular basis. Giving participants a phone number to call if they need help setting up their personal pages can have a significant impact on event success and overall participant satisfaction. Register Now ! months before the event begins.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

For the Arts and Cultural Super Session, Colleen Dilenschneider, Chief Market Engagement Officer at IMPACTS Experience, joins us for the second year in a row. Our end goal is to provide a variety of presentations that pique your interest and leave you with actionable insight to take back to your organization. Thursday is a shorter day.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

During the opening and closing keynotes we’ll also hear from Blackbaud leaders such as Chief Executive Officer Mike Gianoni, Chief Marketing Officer Catherine LaCour, and Chief Products Officer Kevin McDearis. Block time off on your calendar. Once you’ve determined which sessions you want to attend, reserve that time on your calendar.

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Amy Sample Ward

MARCH 1, 2012

In the report “ How Giving Contests Can Strengthen Nonprofits and Communities ,” sponsored by the Case Foundation and released today, Geoff Livingston analyzes the impact of Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington and the repercussions for other regions and nonprofit communities. Just as organizations (usually!)

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 8, 2020

There are a few best practices to follow when implementing a peer-to-peer campaign: Have a clear goal and consider adding milestone goals along the way. Select a feasible timeline based on your goals. For more information on the impact of peer-to-peer fundraising, check out the 2019 Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 13, 2022

And that means you can start using those funds almost as soon as they’re donated to help your organization reach its goals. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can incorporate text-to-give into your fundraising strategy to boost impact. There are many ways you can use text-to-give to improve your fundraising strategy.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 31, 2019

From #GivingTuesday and year-end giving to CSR to executive development and more, here is a round-up of ten great webinars to consider adding to your calendars in November. Hosted by: Blackbaud. The last two months of the calendar year might just be the most important part of the year for your non-profit. Hosted by: Blackbaud.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 16, 2019

At DNL OmniMedia, we specialize in nonprofit tech strategy consulting , so we’ve worked with quite a few nonprofits to develop plans around specific goals such as boosting volunteer engagement. There are a few features you’ll want to make sure to include: An easily-read calendar widget for quick viewing of upcoming opportunities.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 19, 2019

Blackbaud’s latest Charitable Giving Report sheds light on the importance of donor retention in the nonprofit industry. According to the latest research from Blackbaud’s Charitable Giving Report : The average donor retention rates for first-year offline-only donors is 29%. They set team goals to avoid little kingdoms.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

Steve MacLaughlin, Blackbaud. In fact, the end of the calendar year is also a significant source of the funds raised online for nonprofits. In fact, the end of the calendar year is also a significant source of the funds raised online for nonprofits. for Blackbaud customers in the entire analysis. billion donated in 2007.

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Achieve

JULY 2, 2019

Creating an year-long strategy with clearly stated goals/. What are your goals? Once you’ve ironed out your timeline and key goals, it’s much easier to plan strategic campaigns and upcoming content calendars. . Does it ladder up to our goals? Share impact stories. Are you trying to…. This mistake is a doozy.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 27, 2013

Then add these messages to your calendar! In fact, they may outperform new participants by over 6x according to Blackbaud’s 2012 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Benchmark Study. Encourage fundraisers to continue the momentum to meet / exceed the event goal by $X amount. Focus on mission and impact-related content.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 6, 2014

They set team goals to avoid little kingdoms. This year they are on-track to break the 70% retention barrier and have already bested their stretch fundraising goal for the year. Remember, the goal isn’t retention, it’s meaningful relationships. Creating a communications calendar with a minimum of 12 touches per year.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 10, 2014

It’s essential to make the case for a content strategy as it relates to your organization’s strategic goals. editorial calendars. Clearly understanding organizational goals most often spelled out in your strategic plan. Bring Others Along. targeted engagement through relevant social media tools and email outreach.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

We had outgrown our legacy CRM system and decided to implement a new system that allowed us to achieve our goals of supporting the university’s growing fundraising needs and empowering users from across all 11 colleges with a consistent, comprehensive user experience. Cost of Delay – Financial and Human Impacts.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 20, 2018

They both have websites that do an admirable job of showcasing their impact. Source: Blackbaud ). register volunteers, share impact, announce events, etc.?—?but Make Sure Each Page Has a Goal. Purpose: What is the main goal of the page? Find our event calendar” or “Make a donation.”. Last year, only 7.6%

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Connection Cafe

JULY 10, 2014

It’s essential to make the case for a content strategy as it relates to your organization’s strategic goals. editorial calendars. Clearly understanding organizational goals most often spelled out in your strategic plan. Bring Others Along. targeted engagement through relevant social media tools and email outreach. Get to Work.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 13, 2020

What are your goals for your site? Your calendar and sign-up or registration forms. You might even create more targeted CTA strategies on some pages to promote other goals, like recurring donations. However, additional steps may occur depending on your goals and the exact processes that your tech experts prefer to follow.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 10, 2015

Or, consider offering a silly pledge—like throwing a pie at your executive director—each time a fundraiser meets a specific goal. Building Your Communications Calendar. Have someone speak about the impact of your organization on his or her life. Drab to Fab: Your Peer-to-Peer Event Makeover by Blackbaud.

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Media Cause

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Pt 1 Why did an agency create an Impact Report, anyway? Pt 2 Re-evaluating YOUR annual report Pt 1 Why did an agency create an Impact Report, anyway? Designed for impact.” Much like NPOs’ annual reports, we focused our Impact Report on telling powerful stories, delivering transparent data, and showing meaningful results.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Did we set appropriate capital campaign goals with our board? Since your board is already responsible for setting long–term strategic goals and addressing priority issues, this is an opportunity to reinforce how your campaign supports your organization’s strategic goals. Is our board on track for the public phase?

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Whole Whale

JULY 10, 2021

Create a PUBLIC calendar invite. Create a public calendar invite on Google (and others) to remind your audience to take action on Giving Tuesday. This will give you a way to give an early action that will then show up on their calendar, phones, and even e-watches, increasing the chances people will act! Check your reputation.

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Cloud 4 Good

MAY 23, 2022

Establishing a scalable data model to support rapid growth helped create a holistic understanding of HGF’s impact on communities. Previously, HGF customer service heavily utilized Microsoft Outlook, organizing calls with color-coded calendars and sharing an inbox without a dedicated ticketing platform. .

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

But, the fact of the matter is, the channels you employ will have little impact on your outreach strategy if the messages you send through those channels are subpar. You want supporters to feel motivated by your story, and choosing the right character allows you to show them the impact that they can have. Check it out here.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2022

Research by the Blackbaud Institute shows that 12% of total fundraising comes from online sources. Use your donation page to remind prospective donors why you’re fundraising and what your goal is. Describe how donations make an impact. Connect specific donation amounts to different impacts that donors can make.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 29, 2024

Cultivate impactful relationships to increase retention. Pricing Reach out to Blackbaud for a personalized quote. Your needs and goals. By clearly articulating your membership tiers and benefits across multiple marketing channels, you can connect with potential new members who would be a good fit for your program.

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DNL OmniMedia

OCTOBER 22, 2020

By ticking a simple checkbox, a donor can sign up to have their gift repeat every month, skyrocketing their impact! In addition to encouraging donations, North Shore Animal League also enables supporters to raise money on their behalf through an integrated Blackbaud peer-to-peer fundraising tool. Top Nonprofit Website: Mary M.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 1, 2015

We know from other Blackbaud research that most online donations happen between 11am ET and 2pm ET. Double your impact for animals–but only until midnight! Make twice the impact this year. Triple Your Impact This Year. Will you help us reach our goal, Steve? Your Lifesaving Impact. Email by Hour.

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