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Example Fundraising Scripts to Use When Asking for Donations

Bloomerang

Making fundraising calls can be nerve-wracking, but it helps to have a plan in the form of a fundraising script. In this guide, we’ll offer some tips and sample scripts you can use when calling donors to request a face-to-face meeting or directly request donations. Why and when to use a script for fundraising. Let’s dive in!

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Example Phone Scripts to Use When Asking for End-of-Year Gifts for Your Nonprofit

Bloomerang

Here are example phone scripts a staff member can use to ask for a gift: . Here are example phone scripts a board member can use to ask for a gift: . Need more than example phone scripts? Need some help making the ask or building a major gift program? Introduction or small talk: . “Hi, Introduction or small talk : . “Hi,

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Unlocking the Power of APIs: The SKY is the Limit!

sgEngage

But your teachers, students, and families are pleased with it, you signed that multi-year contract, and changing to a different SIS/LMS is basically as strenuous and labor intensive as building a new house by yourself (assuming you aren’t a contractor and, if you are, thanks for reading this very non-contractor-focused post).

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How to generate advocacy calls from your supporters to elected officials

EveryAction

Choose who should make the advocacy calls Once you’ve chosen your targets, it’s time to build your universe. If you’re building a full-fledged advocacy program, take note of those who made calls. Building an advocacy campaign? Advocacy forms should include a clear call-to-action—no matter your goal.

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

Get Fully Funded

An in-person meeting will be more productive in terms of building a relationship. Work from a list of prepared questions , but be prepared to go off-script if the donor goes in a different direction. Building a relationship with a major donor can be intimidating. Focus on the donors who are open to building a relationship.

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3 Ways to Build Trust with Donors in a Virtual World

NonProfit Hub

How do you build trust with donors? Here are a few ways you can make your organization stand out and build trust with those who are loyal to your cause. Consistency will build trust. Over time, your audience will understand that you mean business, and the consistency will help build trust and boost online retention with donors.

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5 Strategies for Building Long-Term Donor Relationships

DNL OmniMedia

Here are five strategies to help your nonprofit increase your supporters’ value and build relationships that stand the test of time. However, nonprofits looking to build relationships with donors should go a step further with their appreciation. Create a script that your callers can use to keep these conversations short but impactful.