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To Survive a Crisis, Lean Into Trust—CEOs Share Pandemic Stories

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Their stories explored the value that credibility brings to every relationship and the most stressful situations. Publishing that information helped to build confidence in the industry. “We That trust building between our members and government officials continues today.” Explain how those relationships unfolded.

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Visibility and relationships: Effective fundraising for small nonprofits

Candid

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Here are some steps to get started.

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Building Bridges Between Volunteers And Donors: Emily’s Story

Bloomerang

It’s a dynamic yet often overlooked relationship. This is the story of how George Washington University Hospital , a hub of compassionate healthcare and advanced technology, bridged this gap, and the inspiring journey of Emily, a volunteer turned major donor. Read more about GWU Hospital’s story here.

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Deepen the Donor Relationship by Focusing on the Donor Journey

Get Fully Funded

A solid donor relationship is the backbone of successful fundraising. Just like any other relationship in life, your relationships with your donors should be mutually beneficial and enjoyable. That means you should think about what your donor gets out of your relationship. You build it on purpose. Simple as that.

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How To Build Relationships With A Storytelling Welcome Email Series

Bloomerang

A welcome email series helps you stay top of mind and builds trust with first-time donors. Stories help personalize your mission and show real impact with real people. Select stories of transformation to include in these emails to show how your organization is making a real difference in the lives of those you serve. .

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

Get Fully Funded

As with any new relationship, start with a small step. An in-person meeting will be more productive in terms of building a relationship. Others will say their career, community work, or their relationships with family and friends. Building a relationship with a major donor can be intimidating.

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5 Strategies for Building Long-Term Donor Relationships

DNL OmniMedia

Donors want to see their support making a real difference, and nonprofits that want to improve donor retention will need to demonstrate impact and form long-lasting relationships with their supporters. Here are five strategies to help your nonprofit increase your supporters’ value and build relationships that stand the test of time.