Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Nonprofit fundraising events can be a great opportunity to bring the support of donors, volunteers, and fundraisers together in real life to rally around your cause, whether it’s through a nationwide 5k or a local bowl-a-thon. Refer back to your goal and really think about what supporters might best fit your event.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

But first, let’s compare how the major communication channels of direct mail versus digital communications play a role in donor retention. Direct Mail versus Digital Communications . A prevailing myth in the nonprofit sector is that traditional mail has been phased out by the internet.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

TIP: You’ve probably seen it referred to as #GivingTuesday. Every year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, donors from around the world contribute to causes they care about—and many even discover new organizations and missions they want to support. Use compelling, emotional images and video to get across the importance of your cause.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Direct mail is a major workhorse for all nonprofits. And regardless of what you hear or think about online giving, most gifts still come via the mail. This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. Thanks Gail!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

You might consider mailing save-the-dates, formal invites, or a packet or tangible reminder ahead of the event, but be sure to also take full advantage of digital channels —emails, your organization’s newsletter, social media channels, and the like. Refer back to your goals when considering who and how you recruit supporters for the event.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Multichannel marketing refers to the practice of engaging your audience through a combination of direct and indirect communication channels, including: Email: Send out regular newsletters with updates on animal rescue efforts, upcoming events, and opportunities for supporters to get involved. Problem solve.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach to direct mail. Donor acquisition is the process of attracting new supporters and convincing them to donate to your cause through marketing efforts. Typically, this involves educating them about your cause or issue and highlighting the work you do.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Dear What’s Enough, Congrats on receiving more tribute gifts, and good on you for considering the best ways to recognize the generous supporters who refer these gifts to you. You may want to set a threshold over which you also mail a card if the gift is $100+, $500+, or whatever amount seems above average for your organization.

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Qgiv

APRIL 15, 2024

While many may assume legacy gifts are reserved for major donors, any donor can make a legacy gift to ensure a cause they care about is supported after they’re gone. Legacy giving refers to gifts specifically planned for after the donor passes aways and can be considered a type of planned giving. Donor-advised funds. Endowments.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

What previous silent auction item ideas caused heated bidding wars? Direct mail. Use direct mail to work alongside digital marketing and include enticing printed materials and compelling narratives that showcase your event’s value. How were these auction items marketed leading up to the event?

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

By using cause-specific language that clearly conveys the urgency of needs on the ground, you can compel donors to take immediate action through their communications across channels. Personalize the email with the donor’s name, donation amount, and cause supported. Highlight the ongoing need and impact to make the ask relevant.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Creative Deviations, How you can infuse your story-telling, fundraising and direct response with more creativity by John Lepp For years, my go-to bible for direct response was Denny Hatch’s Million Dollar Mailings. What I can tell you is that you’ll be thinking differently about every aspect of your next mailing.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2023

Reference past giving history. Here are the most common communication channels nonprofits use and what types of messages they work best for: Direct mail. Direct mail is best suited for older donors who may be less technologically savvy. Reference past giving history. What other nonprofits or causes does the donor give to?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. Financial management is possibly the most important aspect of your nonprofit’s operation. So, how can you be sure that the funds you receive are used most effectively?

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 29, 2013

We worked on finding sites, and then mailed out 15 letters. Similar exchange systems were also established with the police department and local nonprofits that might refer youth to the shelter. This gave me the tools to develop the steps to get the program going. We named it the Emergency Youth Shelter / Safe Space.

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Achieve

JANUARY 27, 2023

By incorporating your nonprofit logo and colors across your donation page, you can assure your supporters that their gifts will directly help your cause. You can even ask monthly donors for permission to spotlight them on your profiles as a way to show appreciation for their involvement in your cause. Direct mail.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2022

If you’re using direct mail, include a website URL at the bottom of your letter that takes them to your donation page and a pre-addressed return envelope to allow donors to send in a check or cash if they’d prefer to give that way. . Here are six things you can do to reach your donors and encourage them to support your cause: .

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

The moment you’ve all been waiting for, the official Cause Camp 2017 speaker lineup. Cause Camp is Nonprofit Hub’s annual conference, bringing the best and the brightest from both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, to inspire, educate and transform nonprofits of all shapes and sizes, from all over the world. AhernComm.com.

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Neon CRM

MAY 3, 2023

You can start by sending an immediate email acknowledgment and then follow up with direct mail for your larger supporters. That thank-you email should be personalized, address them by name, and reference the specific dollar amount given. On top of that, people tend to trust traditional mail more than email.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This can be referred to as social proof, or the idea that if people who trust you see you publicly supporting a cause, they’ll be more motivated to follow your lead. According to Double the Donation , younger donors in particular are more likely to donate to a cause if they see their friends and family supporting it.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

Without a handbook, volunteers may feel disconnected and unsure of their role and responsibilities because once training is over, there are no materials for them to reference later. The volunteer handbook is the reference guide everyone needs so they know what they need to know and can focus on what they came to do: volunteer.

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 12, 2021

Consider adding direct mail appeals alongside your mobile strategy to capture a wider audience and boost your conversion rates. A rising trend in direct mail campaigns is including your text-to-give number and keyword in your letters, which is an effective way to integrate your digital and physical channels.

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NetWits

JUNE 23, 2011

This gives staff an easy-to-use reference guide and reduces inconsistencies. Print: Direct mail is far from dead. Timing: Time your emails and print mailings to go out in a consistent manner. Create your mailing schedule in a spreadsheet that can be shared with those involved. Incentives: Give a little to get a lot.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Try combining messaging you know resonates with your audiences with references to your donor’s history with your nonprofit. Your donors have already proven they care about your cause—take advantage of that interest and educate them about important topics! This is especially effective when that skill is related to your cause.

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DipJar

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

There could be issues with the appeal itself keeping your organization from reaching key donors—maybe you’re sending your direct mail campaigns to donors who prefer email campaigns. Do donors prefer giving by mail, phone, or online? For most nonprofits, it helps to go back to the starting point: your fundraising appeal.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Your data can reveal hints about donors’ giving preferences, giving capacity, willingness to give, and the reasons why they support your cause. Reference data from past email marketing, social media, and direct mail campaigns to see what percentage of donors responded to and/or converted because of your communications.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2022

The donor stewardship process begins when a supporter donates to your cause for the first time. Your donor stewardship plan will outline how you encourage these individuals to continue supporting your cause. Your board members can meet with high-impact donors, contribute to appreciation efforts, and act as ambassadors for your cause.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 30, 2023

Psychographic information : This refers to your donor’s personality traits, values, interests, beliefs, motivations, and behaviors. Communication preferences : Knowing how your donors prefer to communicate, whether it’s email, social media, phone, or direct mail, can help you deliver your message to them more effectively.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 17, 2010

Just for your reference, here is the Authentification Form: And here’s how the warning message appears on the Nonprofit Organizations Facebook Page: According to Facebook, there are the three ways I can authenticate the Nonprofit Organizations Facebook Page. My DIOSA Communications e-mail address is attached to the Page].

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. For most states, soliciting donations refers to any ask made by your organization for a charitable gift as well as selling goods or services in exchange for money that will benefit a charitable cause.

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NetWits

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Lastly, when in doubt, segment your e-mail list like you would for direct mail. E-mail will allow you to try similar segments as you might use for a direct mail program, and allows you to test new segments at a low cost. E-mail Schedules & Strategies. direct mail, e-mail, telemarketing, etc.)

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Achieve

AUGUST 27, 2021

prospective donors who care about your cause. the strength of an individual’s personal connection to your cause. . You can determine a prospect’s affinity for your cause by looking at the following indicators: . a deep connection to your cause. and have the capacity to contribute a large donation. .

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Donor stewardship (also known as stewarding your donors ) is the process of developing strong relationships with supporters after they donate to your cause. When you create a tailored plan to build relationships with prospective major donors, you can earn more of these influential donations for your cause. Direct mail.

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 31, 2021

Why should a donor give to your cause? When your brand is strong and supporters identify your organization as the solution to supporting a cause they care about, they develop an emotional connection to your nonprofit itself. Why is branding important for nonprofits? Why should a volunteer give?

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Qgiv

APRIL 26, 2022

Many donors will prefer to give right on your website via their digital wallet as opposed to mailing in a physical check. While Generation Z may not have the largest wallet of the different generations, they’re experts at banding together to support causes that matter. Fundraising videos are a favorite of the upcoming nonprofit trends.

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CauseVox

JUNE 7, 2022

For context, when we talk about major donors, we’re referring to donors who make a significant gift to your org – one that’s above and beyond the typical gift that arrives in the mail. You’ll want to confirm the donor’s interest in your cause or project and then see if a change in timing helps (e.g. “I

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

They want to give to support the cause. Here’s our mailing address if you want to send a check. Include who to make the check out to and where to mail it. If their donation was for a specific appeal or campaign, reference that here to tie everything together in the donor’s mind. They want to be a part of making it happen.

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