Kindful

APRIL 19, 2021

When it is well written and visually pleasing, it can inspire potential donors to jump on board and donate money, initiate major gifts from corporations and foundations, and ensure that those who already donate to your organization keep on giving. Brochures and booklet size publications are ideal for annual reports.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Virtual gala: Host a live-streamed gala event with performances, guest speakers, and donation appeals. Online auctions: Auction off donated items or organization merchandise using a video platform to encourage global participation. Supporters can join from anywhere, dance to the music, and make a difference by donating to your cause.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 23, 2021

For the last 5 or so years, there has been a trend in new donor acquisition : Response rates continue to drop while average gifts continue to rise. This means that fewer people are donating to charities, but those who do are giving larger amounts. C = Captivate your audience. You want it to stand out. O = Optimize the timing .

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

Some giving options your nonprofit can consider are: Recurring giving Digital wallets Mobile donations Matching gifts Giving apps Crowdfunding platforms And more! With the growth of online spaces, storytelling is pivotal for cutting through the digital noise and captivating new donors’ attention.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Did you know that most donors check out your website before they make a gift – whether they are giving on line or through the mail? Couple that with the fact that the last week of the year is THE BIGGEST week for online donations, and it’s time to give your website a little tune-up. Tell stories. Make it sticky.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Did you know that most donors check out your website before they make a gift – whether they are giving on line or through the mail? Couple that with the fact that the last week of the year is THE BIGGEST week for online donations, and it’s time to give your website a little tune-up. Tell stories. Make it sticky.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Plus, unlike the upcoming Generation Z, Millennials have billions of dollars to spend -- or donate. Below are some of the primary issues I see from nonprofits when trying to tell their stories through online videos: What? Know your audience, but more importantly, know why you’re telling them your story.

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BoardAssist

AUGUST 26, 2014

One of the top reasons donors gave when asked why they stopped donating was that they were never thanked for their previous gift. Donors expect to receive an email following their gift, but a phone call or handwritten note is a pleasant surprise. A story, however short, isn’t very satisfying without the ending.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Some send one big appeal to fund their annual campaign, while others ask for donations at multiple points throughout the year. Can you inspire them to make another gift by proactively telling them about how their previous gift made a difference? Asking people to donate to a food pantry to feed 7,000 families is overwhelming.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 19, 2019

They follow you on social media, donate to your cause, rally their Facebook friends, and participate in your events. Try filtering for donors who: have a lifetime gift amount of $500+, 10+ volunteer hours, 10+ soft credited gifts, and gifts coded with your social media campaign or your annual appeal solicitation.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

That means prompt acknowledgement letters, hand-written notes for major gifts, and regular phone calls of gratitude to new donors. Every year, more and more donors are making their charitable gifts online, which is making your customized response envelopes a thing of the past. How can nonprofits rectify these two competing realities?

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 29, 2015

As you evaluate your website for conversion , concentrate on a few key areas: make sure you have a responsive design so that people can take action, focus on the visitor and what they want to learn and do, have multiple calls to action with a variety of choices, and have content and images that tell stories related to the mission.

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Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Whether you are fully dependent on donations or utilize a variety of revenue sources like government grants, corporate partnerships, major contributions, or membership fees, successful fundraising is key to maximizing your impact on your mission. Check out the story of our work with the Chicago Repertory Ballet to learn more!

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Qgiv

MAY 7, 2021

This is a great way to earn more donations and can lead to finding new donors for your organization organically. You can make each hole even more fun during a golf tournament and add pay-to-play challenges to earn donations. These events are great for attracting a captive audience of supporters. Golf tournaments.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 30, 2023

Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the captivating history of Pride Month, uncover creative ways to extend our support far beyond June, and discover invaluable fundraising tools that will elevate our events to the next level. Encourage your supporters to do the same and consider making donations to LGBTQ+ nonprofits.

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Qgiv

APRIL 8, 2024

With the right fundraising software to design effective donation pages and a solid marketing plan, you can host a special giving day for your organization that’ll inspire your supporters to give. If every organization is asking for gifts on the same day, it’s easy for donors to get overwhelmed. Donors only have so much capacity.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In the world of nonprofit fundraising, stories are more than just words on a page or images on a screen; they are the beating heart of your mission. One of the primary ways we do this is through story. Once you have gathered and analyzed the data, you will have a better idea of how to craft a story that speaks to them.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In fact, 76% of donors are more likely to donate on a professional and branded donation page. But it’s not just about aesthetics; your design should have a purpose and tell a story. Images, videos, and infographics are your allies in creating a compelling story. Your design should complement your narrative.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Social media has already shown that it is paying off for many nonprofits, but in a new way – not through direct gifts, but by deepening relationships with supporters, by empowering evangelists and much more. Videos not only let you tell the story of what your organization does, but they are window into the impact of your work.

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 8, 2024

Telling engaging stories about your nonprofit requires more than just broadcasting an overview of your mission and history to the world. With this in mind, you could include stories in your auction marketing materials that illustrate how your programs have helped kids learn to read. Understand your audience. Social media.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2021

This month we’re covering building a major gifts program, but we’re going to be digging right into end-of-year through September as well as October through, you’re creating your campaigns, copywriting, how to ask, and everything in between. Maybe we segment our major gift donors. . I want you to write that.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Imagine that someone just donated to your nonprofit (yay!). From an early age we’re taught by our parents to say thank you, so why do we forget this in our donation user journeys? Based on 2019 data benchmarks, 20% of first time donors don’t repeat their gift the following year. Donation Page Confirmation.

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CauseVox

JUNE 14, 2021

According to new data by the Pew Research Center, over 65% of Americans identify with an organized religion – a sizable (and devout) captive audience, especially in the southern United States. The organization also provided updates in the form of powerful client stories. Increase Your Social Media Presence.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

I’d like to do that again this year, and use the resources we save to expand our individual major gift fundraising, but our board is adamant we return to the in-person event. On top of that, there’s a psychological component as board members often find the concept of selling a ticket easier than asking for a donation. Take-home gifts

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CauseVox

MAY 11, 2021

It means getting out of your comfort zone and trying new things, like Facebook Live or Instagram Stories. Grabbing attention and “stopping the scroll” requires persistence and constantly looking out for surprising information, compelling stories, and eye-catching visuals. Online donations ? Pique Curiosity. Stay Relevant.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Your blog is your gift to them, as well as to yourself. Millenials: It’s been said that they’re flaky, hard to find, and donate once (but rarely twice). So, here is Nancy Schwartz’s gift to you: Year-End Fundraising Checklist for Nonprofits. Don’t miss out on gifts because your form is a turnoff.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Is your organization poised to maximize year-end donations? Implement your marketing strategies now as you prepare to increase your donations this holiday season. Create a large, colorful and clickable donation button; and keep the donation form short and sweet. . Remember to include a captivating call to action.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

Monthly givers will bring in much more money over the long haul than one time gifts. And a monthly gift of $20 is more doable for many people than a single donation of $240. Blackbaud''s report showed that monthly givers donate two or three times more in a year than they would if they only gave a single gift.

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Qgiv

APRIL 26, 2021

As users register for this type of campaign, specific peer-to-peer event software can: Provide a custom welcome quest to introduce registrants to the fundraising dashboard, host communication templates, and help them make their first donation appeal. The two types of text fundraising are text-to-give and text-to-donate. Text-to-Donate.

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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. Once again, words like “gift” and “Holiday” were very popular. Everything from the email design to the donation form experience was spot on. LAST CHANCE: Make a 2014 gift to protect rainforests.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 30, 2022

Graphic design for websites should be optimized for user experience to captivate and lead viewers naturally through the web pages. Donation Page. Donation pages are great to link to in promotional materials, social media posts and bios, and on your informational web pages on your website. Color theory. Branding and strategy.

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