Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 23, 2020

Just as online fundraising has evolved over the past decade, so have fundraising event ideas. Black tie galas and silent auctions will always be mainstays, but there are new and exciting trends in charity event ideas that can help keep donors interested. Here are a few specific ideas: Cooking classes. Spin class disco.

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Donors expect appeals from nonprofits and look forward to the opportunity to support causes they hold dear. Effective donation requests, however, are more than just asking […] The post How to Ask for Donations: 9 Effective Ideas appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

But how do fundraisers know where to invest and what strategies will help them raise more for their causes? In this free webinar , you’ll learn two strategies that will allow you to maximize donor retention and raise more: With Social Impact Solutions, you’ll learn how to leverage storytelling to advance your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

By Shay Lessman , Content Writer and Editor for Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. But did you know it’s also a great way to acquire new donors for your nonprofit? You can easily acquire new donors using peer-to-peer fundraising.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The season of gratitude is upon us and there is nothing more important you can do than thank donors for their support this year. Actually, from a donor’s perspective, it’s annoying. To build a relationship on purpose with a donor, you must communicate with them often without asking for anything. I thought so.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 26, 2019

Keeping your donors engaged in your cause can be difficult. That’s why I’ve compiled this list of awesome group fundraising ideas to keep them involved.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Stuffed with food, armed with gifts, and basking in the glow of discounted tech gadgets, folks are ready to donate to the causes they care about. Here are five ideas to help you step up your social media game this #GivingTuesday : 1. Then you can get creative with your own versions related to your cause.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

One of the top questions we get asked at Whole Whale is “how can we attract new online donors to our organization?” The most common mistake we see is trying to acquire a donor on the “first date” interaction only, instead of viewing donor acquisition like a longer relationship that must be nurtured over time.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

We’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. For any of these ideas make sure you have the following technical elements: Event name, date, and details in an email/flyer/social post. And now, for the ideas: 1. For ideas, check out the Tour de Fox event in wine country.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 10, 2021

The idea for many donors is to allow the donor-advised funds to grow to make more significant gifts in the future. So, while more than $25 billion went to charitable causes in 2019, so much money remains sitting for years in DAFs, and not working for improving peoples' lives.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 15, 2019

It’s time to take on new terrain by building a targeted multichannel donor journey that ensures every member of your community feels connected to your cause throughout the year. In this must-watch webinar you’ll learn how to: Take a multichannel approach to your donor communications. The inspiration doesn’t stop here.

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The Fundraising Authority

MARCH 28, 2021

Storytelling is one of the most challenging aspects of donor cultivation. This is especially true when engaging prospective donors who are new to your cause. While some of your volunteers may have never made a monetary gift to your organization, they certainly already understand your mission and the cause you serve.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

To help start your year off strong, consider prioritizing these five fundraising ideas today. Start with stewardship Research suggests that meaningful donor connections with nonprofit organizations are a key factor in determining their giving patterns. Hosting a donor appreciation event to celebrate your community of supporters.

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Deepen the connection your donors have with the cause through these stewardship activities. The State of Nonprofit Fundraising Report discovered that across the board, nonprofits struggled to keep donors engaged throughout their events. . Be sure to engage each donor’s experience and relationship with the mission.

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Qgiv

MARCH 4, 2024

Our latest eBook, the Digital Fundraising Guide: Ideas & Steps to Reach Your Goals , is a complete guide to help you choose the right digital fundraising solution that works for your specific nonprofit’s needs. One of the simplest ways to reach your donors is through their phones. Donor retention. Mobile fundraising.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Connect with corporate partners and individual donors to ask if they’d be willing to donate raffle prizes to your fundraiser. Emphasize the positive publicity that corporate sponsors and individual donors can receive from donating raffle prizes to your event. Here are a few delicious ideas for food-related raffle prizes: Wine basket.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

These 31 ideas for online fundraising for nonprofits will help you reach your yearly goals and have fun while you do it! Video storytelling: Emotionally compelling videos showcasing your organization’s impact can help humanize your cause by showing the real people behind your organization’s efforts.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2023

Your donors and supporters are on social media and you need to be too! Leveraging your social channels to keep in continuous and real-time touch with donors is one way to get the most out of communications. Here are easy-to-implement content ideas to help fill out your social media calendar.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Nonprofits who care about donor retention employ numerous strategies to keep their donors coming back year after year. Personal acknowledgments, impact reporting, and a strong monthly giving program are some of the cornerstones to a high donor retention rate. Savvy fundraisers have always kept donor retention top of mind.

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CauseVox

APRIL 25, 2022

But aside from thinking about this season as just a time to raise money, also stop to consider how you can truly enhance relationships with these current donors while you’re making the big “ask.”. Speaking of that, if you’re looking for a way to effectively track donor relationships, take a look at our digital fundraising CRM ).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

While the stakes are high and the idea isn’t to throw caution to the wind, it’s an opportunity to approach things with a sense of play. For instance, if you’re resource-constrained, work on ideas that require less effort. 3) Narrow down your fundraising ideas. Some ideas just need a little work and tweaking.

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Double the Donation

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

As a nonprofit professional, you likely already understand the importance of marketing in making your cause known. From attracting donors and sponsors to promoting your services to your target audience, marketing is a key strategy for successful nonprofits. Your nonprofit’s fundraising events are no different.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 8, 2020

When you implement donor research in your fundraising strategy, you’ll learn more about your existing donors and spot potential major giving opportunities. There are a few indicators to look out for to find and engage more consistent (and maybe even major) donors. Guest Post by: Adam Weinger. Well, it turns out you can!

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The Storytelling Non-profit

JUNE 1, 2022

Newsletters are an unquestionably good way to build relationships with your constituents, in particular, donors. A great strategy that I recommend is to create a list of broad content ideas for your non-profit newsletters. 10 ENGAGING NON-PROFIT NEWSLETTER IDEAS 1.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. SpringFundraising idea Number 2: Celebrate National Cereal Day with a pajama party for good. Give it up for Lent (varies; usually in March).

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 6, 2022

If you’re looking to grow your grassroots donors—a segment many nonprofits struggle to retain —sustainer programs in particular can be a natural match for these passionate supporters. Sustaining gifts, or gifts that occur on a regular basis, are convenient, customizable, and fuel connections for long relationships with donors.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

Here are some of the benefits of virtual fundraisers: Reach a far wider audience, introducing your cause to people worldwide. A few things to keep in mind for any virtual fundraising idea: Choose your technology carefully! Some of these ideas are ones we have used ourselves or helped clients with. The answer is … maybe!

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sgEngage

JULY 27, 2021

Nonprofits will need fresh ideas to reignite that community and stay relevant to their fundraisers in 2021 and beyond. DIY Fundraising increased during the pandemic as a result of in-person event cancellations and supporters looking to champion their causes during regional lockdowns. Get creative with your event concept.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 24, 2023

Try these five creative ideas to get more out of your nonprofit email campaigns. Gratitude is important on its own, but it can also help you build the kind of donor experience that encourages supporters to stay connected and engaged. Wondering how to connect with lapsed donors? Share a video explaining more about your cause.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. Explore this definitive guide to learn more about Giving Tuesday, get great campaign ideas, and soak up some best practices.

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Whole Whale

MAY 23, 2022

Here are nine ideas that will get people donating on Father’s Day: 1. This will let potential donors know that their money is going towards a good cause and that their donation will make a difference. Find a way to connect your donors to the cause they’re supporting. Use social media. Offer incentives.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 9, 2023

While your individual donors fund most of your donations, it’s best to also look for other sources of revenue. Cause marketing is a great way to build a relationship with a business to make your fundraising more sustainable. What is cause marketing? What is cause marketing? Purchase-triggered donation.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 21, 2023

Check out these Summer fundraising ideas… Summer officially starts on Wednesday, June 21! Whether you’re looking to engage donors, attract new supporters, or simply add some excitement to your organization’s activities, the summer season offers a wealth of creative fundraising ideas.

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sgEngage

APRIL 3, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you’re probably always looking for innovative fundraising ideas for your organization. In this guide, we’ll answer some frequently asked questions about passive fundraisers and suggest four passive fundraising ideas for your nonprofit to consider adding to your revenue model. Let’s dive in!

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Text-to-give is a powerful donation tool that offers donors a way to easily give to their favorite nonprofits right from their phones. Text-to-give tools streamline the donation process and can even encourage donors to give more (and more frequently!). They should receive an email confirmation of their donation. Simplicity of use.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It’s a colloquial way of referring to the practice of asking crowdsource or crowdfund donors to make optional contributions beyond their primary donation on platforms like GoFundMe. It’s the default amount they ask of donors to cover site fees. If the donor doesn’t want to tip 15%, it’s not obvious where to zero out the tip.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

By Meredith Gray , Head of Marketing at Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. So what exactly is this website that’s causing such a stir? With ChatGPT, the heavy lifting in copywriting can be handled for you.

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