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Deepen the Donor Relationship by Focusing on the Donor Journey

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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. A donor relationship is no different.

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

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As with any new relationship, start with a small step. An in-person meeting will be more productive in terms of building a relationship. Here are a few points to consider as you prepare for your visit: If the donor agrees to a call, block off an hour on your calendar. Start With Gratitude. The Bottom Line.

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How to Communicate Meaningfully with Nonprofit Supporters in an Election Year

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Three —Mind the Calendar + Communicate Precisely The months nearest to the election, October especially, are going to be some of the toughest times to reach your audiences. And, with Giving Tuesday falling in December, the end-of-year calendar hits differently this year. How will this year’s calendar: …have implications for timing?

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January Cause Awareness: National Mentoring Month

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Positive mentoring relationships are so important to the success of youth everywhere. MENTOR was first launched in 1990 to expand opportunities for young people to build positive mentoring relationships with adults outside of their families. That’s why we take time every January to celebrate National Mentoring Month!

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Adapting to Changes in Facebook Fundraising Tools: A Guide for Nonprofits

The Modern Nonprofit

Moreover, foster a relationship with them through updates, newsletters, and acknowledgment, ensuring they remain connected and loyal to your cause. Now, you might be thinking: “This all sounds well and good, but how can we implement our own system, especially with budget constraints?” in a calendar quarter.

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The Ideal Year-End Fundraising Campaign Timeline

CauseVox

Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar, it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan—and stick to it. Here’s an example of what a year-end fundraising communications calendar can look like before Dec 1: Want this template to create your own year-end fundraising plan? It builds great urgency.

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How to Monitor & Adjust Your Fundraising Development Plan Throughout the Year

CauseVox

Sample fundraising calendar Be sure to update your quarterly and monthly totals for the year, comparing them to your original goals. Use this information to tailor your strategies and strengthen your relationships with donors. That sounds much more reasonable and impactful. Are you on track to meet your goals?

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