NTEN

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

[Editor's note: The following is an excerpt of a case study in the March 2011 issue of NTEN:Change. With that in mind, we tested Oxfam’s standard donation page – with its seven-level ask string – against a donation page that replaced the ask string with an empty box for donors to type in their gift amount.

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Wild Apricot

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

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The Storytelling Non-profit

MAY 3, 2022

Some examples of fundraising and marketing assets you may use in your campaign include: direct emailing , radio ads, bus ads, mail drop, etc. And I know for a lot of people, they start to get nervous and wonder if this approach is going to turn donors off? Being able to write your direct mail letters in September. Don’t be shy.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 30, 2010

Tags: Non-profit technology General non-profit interest Fundraising nptech Marketing Best practices Volunteers E-mail marketing events Social networking case studies Non-profit Communications websites training Membership management Donor management webinar software social media newsletters.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 6, 2017

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2020

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Everyaction

JULY 2, 2018

This extensive report offers analysis of generational wealth data, in-depth case studies of multiple nonprofits’ planned giving efforts, and detailed instructions on how to approach planned giving conversations with your donors. Here are 10 of the biggest findings.

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Report Giving Case Study Conservancy 44

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 28, 2016

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Care2

FEBRUARY 20, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Twitter surprisingly drove most of them.

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Case Study Local Studies Social Media 35

Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

While focused on selling products, many of Ogilvy’s principles and “rules” around research, messaging, and motivating action remain surprisingly relevant today, especially for nonprofit organizations seeking to engage donors and volunteers. Survey existing donors on what compelled them to support you before.

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Lesson Fundraising Digital Test 59

The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

In this blog, you’ll learn about: Annual Giving, Donor Retention, Major & Legacy Gifts, Online Fundraising, Boards & Leadership, Content Marketing, Social Engagement , Strategy & Management, and Culture & Values. THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE. Abstractions and generalities fail to move donors to action.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Making a donor profile might be something that sounds reserved for larger nonprofit institutions with thousands of donors and prospects, a team of analysists, and a budget with room to spare. Truth is – you can absolutely make a useful and insightful donor profile with data from a few donors and a couple hours of your time.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2019

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Mid-level donors are kind of like the middle child of giving. They’re stuck in between the average and major donor and oftentimes don’t get the attention they want or deserve, which forces them astray or to give their support elsewhere. Who are mid-level donors? Mine your own data to find your donor range.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Fundraising Nonprofit Case Study Method 47

Care2

JUNE 2, 2011

and includes transactions for over 15 million donors and $1 billion in revenue. The study confirms much of what we already know (and why you should care!) about online donors and online acquisition. Online-acquired donors are younger. Online donors tend to have higher household incomes. Here are some key findings.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Ideas Fundraising Case Study Method 40

Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

Fundraising is important for nonprofits because it supports each organization’s work by providing financial revenue and setting up opportunities for future engagement with donors. Focus on Acquiring and Retaining Donors. Use a CRM to help w ith donor research . Why is fundraising important for nonprofits? Develop a Strategy.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

With all the new technology out there, nonprofit organizations have more ways than ever to reach donors online. and learn by example through a case study about carrying one message across many platforms.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Storytelling for nonprofits is an avenue to connect with donors and help them relate to your work. Telling a good story can also give your donors confidence that your nonprofit is making an impact and that their donations are used effectively. One goal you could attach to it is to attract a certain number of new donors.

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Care2

MAY 29, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) 60) Search « Is Direct Mail Dying or Dead?

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Care2

JUNE 21, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Forum One

OCTOBER 13, 2022

During this session, you will have the opportunity to put what you’ve learned into practice through case studies and activities. Specifically, we’ll explore: Audience research: how speaking with current and potential audiences (donors, stakeholders, etc.) How to mitigate the extractive nature of research.

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Care2

AUGUST 17, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) To create a new comment, use the form below.

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Case Study Conservancy Studies Social Media 28

NTEN

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

You won't find many people saying that direct mail appeals are going away anytime soon – and for good reason. And what's going to happen to email when the Millennial generation becomes a big part of your donor base. They're not. Email isn't going anywhere, either. And it's important to plan for the future. They may not be using email.

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Social Media Social Media Strategy 63

Care2

JUNE 16, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) • Ask early! • Make it a match.

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Social Media Advocacy Donor Online 34

Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Since its inception Paul’s Place has grown to provide the community with many services including hot meals, an emergency food pantry, clothing and laundry, mail and fax solutions, case management, nurse’s clinic, and education and job readiness programs. A Strong Focus on the Future.

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Place Volunteer Baltimore Communication 76

Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 14, 2015

What will the donor receive? Leave the "thank you message" on a voice mail if you don't reach the person live During and after your Thank-A-Thon , feel proud when you'll likely hear from many of the people you called that: "You are the only or one of few organizations that's ever called me to say thank you."

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Fundraising Nonprofit Case Study Method 40

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 24, 2011

The research sought to answer a question about member-based advocacy organizations, historically supported by large numbers of loyal, annual donors. The question: How are these large organizations making the transition to a connected world? This is troubling given the changing media landscape.

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Model Support Studies Advocacy 104

Amy Sample Ward

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Nutshell Mail – [link]. If you do, check out Nutshell Mail for reports on your various social media presences. This may be other organizations/partners, donors, volunteers, fundraisers, event attendees, etc. Yes, there are a couple case studies included in the report of organizations using mGive.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 30, 2014

You can see how this works at the case study: How the ACCO Used Crowdfunding to Help Kids with Cancer. Blackbaud eTapestry is web-based donor contact management and fundraising software. It allows you to track donors, prospects, members, while managing gifts, pledges, and payments. The admin fee for this service is $20.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 5, 2016

Individual donors, major gifts, events, and direct mail. This book also provides indispensible ideas and diverse case studies ranging from grassroots efforts to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and advice for organizations of all sizes and focus. Board and volunteer engagement. Foundation and government grants.

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Fundraising Industry Case Study Advice 50

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

And almost all executives were resisting letting go of control and embracing the new concept of empowering supporters and donors to be content creators and fundraisers for their nonprofits online. Get social and mobile media buzz in their e-mail inboxes regularly! Flash forward four and a half years. Get training.

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Social Media Media Social Stats 243

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 17, 2021

Case Study: Custom integration in action. The required skillsets usually necessitate hiring a consultant for initial implementation and future modifications . Salesforce has API limitations that can be increased with an additional investment. Miriam’s Kitchen , a Washington, D.C.

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Care2

MARCH 30, 2011

During the webinar, these all-stars from the the nonprofit sector discussed strategies, tactics, and case studies that showed how organizations who used advocacy successfully for list growth and engagement also raised more much more money online. Recruit: Be thoughtful about form of ask. Pledge vs. contact your legislator.

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Advocacy Case Study Pledge Slides 61

Care2

APRIL 5, 2011

Multichannel donors are gold. Annual revenues are often 4x that of direct mail only donors, with higher retention and much better net. Simply supplementing an email with a text or a mail piece (or both!) See case studies and data on what’s working and what’s not. If so, this webinar is for you.

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South Africa Colorado Congo Case Study 59

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

But if you’ve never heard of Bloomerang beyond the webinar series, we are also a provider of donor management software. And so the last question we have, what percent of charitable donors are also volunteers? So 62% of donors are also volunteers. So again, volunteering can lead to being a major donor.

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Leadership Fundraising Gift Slides 60