Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Nonprofit storytelling is the foundation of every successful marketing and fundraising campaign. Direct Mail is essential Direct mail is essential to nonprofit fundraising for the small to mid-sized primarily community-based nonprofits I work with. 70% of people agree that direct mail feels more personal than digital methods.

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Givinga

NOVEMBER 14, 2018

Giving Tuesday is the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and Black Friday where nonprofits run fundraising campaigns to increase holiday donations. That makes Giving Tuesday an ideal time to engage your employees in CR campaigns, but it doesn’t mean your employees’ contributions are guaranteed. Remind People About Giving Campaigns.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 16, 2021

Direct mail is a valuable fundraising strategy, but figuring out how to send a nonprofit appeal can be confusing. You’re just mailing a letter asking for a donation, right? If you’re a beginner at mailing fundraising appeals , it’s really important that you understand the strategy and psychology behind what makes a good letter.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2021

They can’t be expected to keep track of their giving status–especially if you’re on a fiscal year and they think in calendar years. . Ideally, mail callers stationery in advance (or send them copy they can print on their own stationery) so they can follow up with a thank you note or a letter with a remit envelope, as appropriate.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JANUARY 4, 2022

When it’s the beginning of a new calendar year or the start of a new fiscal year, the fresh start is a great time to create your non-profit’s annual story strategy. Campaigns and Time-Sensitive Priorities. You can start by making a list or blocking them out in a calendar. Thanksgiving stewardship campaign.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2022

This makes event-free fundraising a desirable solution for organizations looking for affordable fundraising methods. Examples include text-to-give campaigns, merchandise fundraisers, and virtual contests. These fundraisers eliminate most costs associated with traditional campaigns, such as paying for venues, catering, and supplies.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

If your organization sends out a member newsletter, you have a solid communication method on your side! Whatever you do, maintain a content calendar and be consistent. Impact Operations & Leadership 10 Ways to Make Your Membership Renewal Campaign More Successful 12 min read Read Now 8.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

Direct mail appeals are most successful with Baby Boomers. That doesn’t mean they don’t appreciate a personal touch; the next most popular method of receiving updates was through personal phone calls. So you’ve launched a social ad campaign to market your peer-to-peer event. Direct mail tips. The basics. Use these tips!

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OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

Once the foundational pieces of the event are secured, it’s time to build out a marketing calendar. At least two or three months prior to the event, invitations, social media campaigns, and other promotional material should be sent or scheduled. What marketing channels should we use? Now, speaking of event day….

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

For example, you could host a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign and celebrate your success with an in-person ticketed gala. Fundraising Calendar Template. Once you have your plan and calendar in place, it’s time to set out your goals. Consider A Peer-To-Peer Campaign As Part of Your Event.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Rejoice, fundraisers—after months of hearing “I only give toward the end of the calendar year,” donors are finally in the spirit of giving. Think about how different age groups tend to give (online, through the mail or in person) and tailor your asks to best suit each demographic. Have a purpose. Take advantage of that!

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 14, 2023

To help you build your content plan, Neon One has created a 2024 Nonprofit Calendar that you can download as a PDF or add to your existing personal calendar. To download the calendar or learn more about nonprofit content planning, here’s a quick overview of this article: What’s in Neon One’s 2024 Nonprofit Calendar?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Fundraising apps are helpful tools that drive your nonprofit’s fundraising campaigns by empowering you to pull in more donations, and there are hundreds to choose from. Keep an eye on your campaign progress as soon as you open the app with the dashboard. Let’s dive right in! Individual tasks.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2022

You can fundraise in a variety of ways from sending email and direct mail appeals, to hosting fundraising events to raise funds from a captive audience. Take some time to answer these questions and get your fundraising initiatives on your organization’s calendar so that you can put them into action when the time comes. . Conclusion.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The final months of the calendar year bring out the best in all of us. This is why it’s critical to start preparing early for a successful campaign. It’s your job to set up your end-of-year campaign so that you succeed in pulling in last-minute donations. Set a SMART goal for your campaign. Request a Demo.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When it’s time to plan your annual campaign, your annual appeal will be one of the most important parts of your fundraising strategy. Your annual appeal is just one (very important) part of your annual campaign plan , but it’s a critical element in helping you secure the funding you need to run operations throughout the year.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The fundraising landscape has evolved, which means you need to be prepared to offer an abundance of options beyond traditional methods like direct mail. Begin by compiling a comprehensive list of campaigns you intend to run, specifying when they are scheduled to occur.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 13, 2021

Carlyn Schulzke and Matt Hayes will discuss how current data on donor demographics impacts major-gift donations with specific emphasis on simple, safe and secure methods of attracting and engaging with cryptocurrency donors. New giving methods for your nonprofit. If you don’t know her, she’s over at Campaign Counsel.

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Bloomerang

MAY 30, 2022

Look back at your previous fundraising initiatives and outreach campaigns to assess your strengths, challenges, and opportunities. Answer these questions and review the data from past campaigns to understand where your organization currently stands and how you can build on past performance. Identify fundraising methods.

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Achieve

JANUARY 31, 2022

Remember, a multichannel strategy requires considering every channel at your disposal — including direct mail. While direct mail is often thought of as an old-school outreach technique, it can also appeal to younger audiences like. capital campaign plans. millennials. Increase engagement surrounding virtual events. surrounding.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 13, 2021

Carlyn Schulzke and Matt Hayes will discuss how current data on donor demographics impacts major-gift donations with specific emphasis on simple, safe and secure methods of attracting and engaging with cryptocurrency donors. New giving methods for your nonprofit. If you don’t know her, she’s over at Campaign Counsel. I’m Steven.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This blog post aims to distill key insights from the survey, providing a strategic blueprint for nonprofits to enhance their campaigns and maximize impact. Insights on Channels for Promoting GivingTuesday and Year End Giving Donations Understanding where and how to reach potential donors is critical for the success of any campaign.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Traditionally, the fundraising calendar goes out with a bang with nonprofits throwing a year-end giving campaign. The end of summer is a good moment to start planning the year-end giving campaign, lining up the components, and getting the ball rolling in the right direction. Define a year-end giving campaign story.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 25, 2021

So it allows you to create reports around campaigns, appeals, events. And that’s when everything falls apart because then you see people have set up their campaigns wrong, their funds wrong, their appeals incorrectly. But campaigns. You have three things, campaigns, funds, and appeals. Why do we need it?

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Michael Stein's Non-profit Technology Blog

AUGUST 23, 2006

And although it's still August and the calendar says summer lasts another month, that Back to School vibe is in the air and the season is definitely waning. And even my vacation was not free of fundraising concerns - the group that sponsors the music camp was in the throes of a new campaign, which we aided by auctioning off a Cajun fiddler.

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Achieve

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This information, ranging from which campaigns your recurring donors have supported to their event participation, can be used to add an extra personal touch to your messages to them. . an online peer-to-peer campaign. . Advocacy campaigns. Reference past participation. Segment your audience. CharityEngine’s nonprofit CRM guide.

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Allegiance Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

For example, your organization could use a graphic design tool to create fundraising appeals for social media, a marketing calendar to schedule the posts, and a donation tool to host your donation form and accept contributions. With web-based reporting, you can easily track a campaign’s progress and measure specific strategies’ effectiveness.

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Achieve

JANUARY 31, 2022

Remember, a multichannel strategy requires considering every channel at your disposal — including direct mail. While direct mail is often thought of as an old-school outreach technique, it can also appeal to younger audiences like millennials. Increase engagement surrounding virtual events. Post-event surveys and follow-ups.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2023

Nonprofits conduct fundraising campaigns throughout the year. But, it’s well-known that the most popular days to give happen during the end of the calendar year. To capitalize on the generosity of their supporters, most nonprofits launch seasonal campaigns. When nonprofits are transparent about their campaigns, they build trust.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

By leveraging multiple communication channels—email, mobile, direct mail, websites, social media, paid and earned media, SEO, and more, you expand your reach to engage new donors and supporters. Digital Layered Campaigns with Paid Search, SEO and Display Ads. For example, older donors (65+) still respond well to direct mail offers.

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Achieve

JULY 23, 2017

“Year-end campaign? The most successful fundraising campaigns start with robust, clean and accurate data, and a history of donor stewardship. Updating contact info gives you an opportunity to touch base with past donors prior to your year-end campaign. Though kudos for still clicking through to read!). Clean up your data.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2023

Nonprofits conduct fundraising campaigns throughout the year. But, it’s well-known that the most popular days to give happen during the end of the calendar year. To capitalize on the generosity of their supporters, most nonprofits launch seasonal campaigns. When nonprofits are transparent about their campaigns, they build trust.

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DNL OmniMedia

AUGUST 25, 2021

You’ve certainly seen pieces praising the benefits of digital marketing and lamenting the shortcomings of direct mail (or vice versa). While you should incorporate more traditional media channels into your strategy, such as direct mail, we recommend creating a comprehensive digital marketing strategy as well. Check it out here.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

Create a grant calendar by January 1 of the top 10 grants we’ll go after this year. Create a grant calendar. We will accomplish this through quarterly emails with specific Asks, two campaigns via social media, and two snail-mail appeals. [If Orient them and have them in place by April 15. See the difference?

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Qgiv

MAY 23, 2022

Posting links to your donation forms and promoting your fundraisers on social media can help you run successful fundraising campaigns and reach a wide audience of supporters. Using the SMART goal method can be helpful to ensure your goals are attainable and provides a precise target for you to aim at. Create a content calendar.

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OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

For example, if your event is part of a capital campaign, you might host it toward the beginning of your campaign to kick off the fundraising and inspire major donors. Keep the following questions in mind as you consult your calendar: Are we planning far enough in advance? Is this an annual event? Your event website.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

After seeing thousands of fundraising campaigns, we see that peer-to-peer fundraising typically raises twice as much as compared to other digital fundraising campaigns. SOS Children’s Villages of Illinois ran their annual holiday giving campaign through CauseVox for the first time in 2020. DIY Fundraising.

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