sgEngage

APRIL 20, 2023

Tell prospective donors your story and mission to show them why your daily operations are important. Interview community members who have been supported by your organization and let them tell their stories in their own words. Your story should have a clear message and a compelling case for support.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Matching gift challenge: Challenge your donors to match or surpass their past gifts and create an even greater impact! It also informs, engages, captivates, and inspires readers. Donor spotlights: You can also share the stories, motivations, and impact of your donors and supporters.

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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? Tell stories about the people you’re helping. Write short bits that your website visitor will be captivated by. People won’t work hard to make a gift, so make it very easy for them.

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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? Tell stories about the people you’re helping. Write short bits that your website visitor will be captivated by. People won’t work hard to make a gift, so make it very easy for them.

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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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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 19, 2014

” The Power of a Good Story. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: stories are the currency of fundraising. Regardless of how you start, people pay attention to a good story. Stories ignite emotions and speak to the human experience. Evoking sorrow, elation, or even rage connects your reader to the story.

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ASU Lodestar Center

FEBRUARY 2, 2016

Below are some of the primary issues I see from nonprofits when trying to tell their stories through online videos: What? Even if you do have a highly complex program, you can highlight your best case study, or one compelling story from your most beloved advocate, volunteer, client, etcetera. YouTube, Facebook, and Snapchat, oh my!

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 25, 2013

Encourage Planned Gifts By Telling a Bequest Story – Claire Meyerhoff, a guest writer on Gail Perry’s Fired Up Fundraising Blog, gives suggestions for how your organization can use a bequest story to inspire planned giving. creating content. creating content. You don’t have to be a writer, just a person who writes.

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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. Jack and Jill.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Can you inspire them to make another gift by proactively telling them about how their previous gift made a difference? When you’re planning the themes and stories that will drive your annual campaign—and, by extension, your annual appeal—try to focus on telling individual stories instead of relying on lots of numbers and statistics.

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 19, 2019

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. Perhaps, send a small gift as a token of your gratitude or make a personal phone call to these donors.

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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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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. This collaboration can help strengthen your community ties and create lasting partnerships.

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Qgiv

MAY 7, 2021

These events are great for attracting a captive audience of supporters. In addition, you can ask some of your beneficiaries to attend and share their stories with your supporters and encourage them to give. They can even make recurring gifts this way! Recurring and matching gifts campaigns. Matching gifts.

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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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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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Qgiv

APRIL 8, 2024

If every organization is asking for gifts on the same day, it’s easy for donors to get overwhelmed. When you only have 24 hours to fundraise, you need to maximize the gifts you’ll receive. For example, challenge donors to give a certain amount before noon to secure an additional matching gift. Donors only have so much capacity.

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Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Be sure to share impact stories, campaign progress, and program updates to keep your community in the know. Check out the story of our work with the Chicago Repertory Ballet to learn more! Neon CRM gives you the tools to automate receipts and thank-you emails once donors submit a gift online. Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals S.M.A.R.T.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

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. Design elements should work together to guide your visitors through your campaign’s story – all the way to your donation form.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Based on 2019 data benchmarks, 20% of first time donors don’t repeat their gift the following year. Make the confirmation page more than just a generic receipt, and include a follow-up call to action, a picture and story of impact, a stakeholder testimonial, or even an official note from your leadership. Followup Email.

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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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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. Attention-grabbing social media post from Because I Am A Girl.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

Your blog is your gift to them, as well as to yourself. 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. Baldrick’s Foundation shares expert story-telling advice.

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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. And…they didn’t just stop there.

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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. Here are the biggest pros: You host a captive audience to hear your message and experience your mission. Take-home gifts . Net/net it was a huge win.

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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. Get specific.

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Everyaction

OCTOBER 5, 2016

It’ll open with candid stories about the ups and downs of working in social good and close with an afternoon of action and volunteering with local nonprofits. Structuring Major Gifts Conference. Structuring Major Gifts Conference. Affect Conf / Portland, OR / Less than $200. General / #fcny / @FastCompany.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Remember to include a captivating call to action. Simply divide your story into beginning, middle and end, and send a different part each week. You may also wish to add a branded magnet, calendar, ornament or another small gift that shows your appreciation. Accept In-Kind Gifts. Host a Holiday Gala. Ask for Help.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 1, 2015

Once again, words like “gift” and “Holiday” were very popular. LAST CHANCE: Make a 2014 gift to protect rainforests. Just hours left to double your gift for animals. Last day to make your 2014 year-end gift! One day only: All gifts matched. Close out 2014 with the gift of clean water.

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Museum 2.0

JUNE 10, 2010

Thousands of people showed up for the opening and other events, and every time I was in the galleries, I observed highly engaged visitors who looked closely, shared impressions naturally with friends and strangers, and generally seemed captivated by the experience. What makes Foot in the Door a success?

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Qgiv

APRIL 26, 2021

Text-to-give is beneficial because it’s extremely simple for donors to complete a gift with a couple of texts. Adobe Spark Video is a platform where you can create video stories in minutes. Eye-catching design and compelling imagery can captivate your audience and encourage them to learn more about your cause.

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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. Infographics are popular to share on social media feeds and stories. Gift branded stickers to staff, supporters, or people you speak to at events. Color theory. Branding and strategy.

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