Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

GuideStar reports that new donors who receive a thank you within 48 hours of donating are four times more likely to give to your organization again. Join Our Latest Events + Volunteer Days. Nonprofits Source reports that 10% of all annual giving comes in the last three days of the year. Why send this email? Why send this email?

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Classy

JUNE 10, 2021

Our 2021 virtual nonprofit conference, the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions , opened with a conversation around trading perfectionism for an opportunity to show up as our authentic selves. Register to Experience the Collaborative: Virtual Sessions. Download Your Free Report. Unique Fundraising Tips From the Collaborative.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Lean into the spirit of gratitude by thanking your donors and volunteers for what their support made possible before you start asking for money. Bring your supporters together to build stewardship and celebrate the impact you make as a community. Host a holiday appreciation event—not a fundraiser—in the midst of Giving Season.

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

“Volunteers are the backbone of the social good sector yet their contributions aren’t always adequately recognized.” Celebrate the do-gooders who make your work possible. Here are few ways to recognize your volunteers so the relationship continues well beyond the project. Focus on the long term from the get go.

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Classy

JULY 26, 2021

On August 17, the United States celebrates National Nonprofit Day to recognize the impact of the social sector and highlight the importance of charitable organizations across the country. . Promote in-person and virtual volunteer opportunities. Continue Learning: Learn how to get the best work from your volunteers. .

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Benefit concerts are often celebrations of major achievements or a part of a larger fundraising campaign. Held annually at Carnegie Hall, this event not only invites attendees to revel in captivating musical performances but also serves as a vital platform for celebrating and safeguarding Tibetan culture. Inspiration.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

As fall approaches, I find myself thinking about everything I have always loved about Dreamforce: new product announcements, customer-focused sessions where we learn from and celebrate our community’s success, and of course, the featured bands are always awesome. Register now for five days of virtual events from October 4-8.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2024

And that community impact is big: Small nonprofits educate and inspire, bridge generational gaps, celebrate cultural identities, and more. More funds mean your nonprofit can bring on skilled staff and provide better training and experiences to volunteers. Involve volunteers. Report results. Think global.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Despite these successes, ShowerUp’s BIG problem was organizing their 1,449 volunteers. It’s not as easy as it sounds,” says Paul, “because there’s a second related BIG problem: how to invite those volunteers to also be donors.” Paul also knew that today’s volunteers are tomorrow’s donors; he needed to nurture his greatest advocates.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Virtual Run/Walk In light of the ongoing popularity of virtual events, consider hosting a virtual run/walk where participants can complete the course on their own time and at their own pace. To boost excitement, invite local celebrities or influencers to serve as judges or emcees. Waiting Til “Peak Season” to Fundraise?

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

Aside from the necessity of virtual fundraising due to the pandemic, there are plenty of other bonuses to fundraising online. Online fundraising is extremely cost-effective compared to other types of fundraising campaigns, and our Generational Giving Report revealed that almost 55% of donors prefer to go online to make a gift.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

We celebrate Earth Day just as winter is transitioning to spring, a tradition dating back to 1970. In recent years, Earth Day has evolved into Earth Month to continue the celebrations for a span of 30 days. Why Do We Celebrate Earth Day? Earth Day 2021 falls on Thursday, April 22, for most countries around the world.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Each year, we celebrate Pro Bono Week: a time to recognize professionals around the world who volunteer their skills for causes they care about. Salesforce.org community members who volunteer their time and expertise on the Summit Events project through Open Sources Commons. By: Cori O’Brien, Senior Manager, Open Source Commons.

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Kindful

AUGUST 17, 2021

In fact, Forbes recently reported that 75% of nonprofits surveyed shared that, since the pandemic occurred, they’ve been looking for advice on finding new ways to fundraise through digital technology. Digital technology is making it increasingly easy for boards and volunteers to engage with and support their organizations.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Considering Special Events Events, virtual or in person, magnify engagement. The camaraderie of collective virtual gatherings or the grace of traditional galas, when directed well, can create ripples in your fundraising pond. So, consider orchestrating events synchronized with your fundraising campaign.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

When you think of fundraising ambassadors, you might think of celebrities who use their fame to mobilize support for their favorite nonprofits. But fundraising ambassadors do not have to be celebrities. Think about Board members, employees, volunteers, donors, and social media followers who can serve as ambassadors.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

And you can host them in person, or as virtual or hybrid events. Arrange inclusive community events: Community gatherings that celebrate diversity and inclusivity can resonate with a broad audience, including those who are passionate about social causes. These offerings can appeal to both your current and next-gen donors.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

We have you covered with 18 successful- yet untapped- fall fundraising ideas for 2021 with options for in-person, virtual, or hybrid setups, so that you can respond quickly and easily to COVID no matter what happens. One of the biggest benefits of the paint and sip is that it’s easy to transition to a virtual event.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

We want to celebrate these nonprofits along with the other fundraising success stories. Learn More Miranda and the team at Peace Community Center transformed an in-person event into a virtual experience via a multi-touch email campaign that raised more than $118,000. Engage your volunteers. Learn More Beth A.

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Achieve

MAY 10, 2021

. - Announcing your campaign to the broader community to celebrate and explain its purpose. Following up on any loose ends, reporting on your success, and thanking each and every donor and volunteer. virtual fundraising events. , The help of volunteers can be invaluable. The Public Phase. Post-Campaign Activities.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Host virtual events to promote a sense of community. Here are some options you can offer: Volunteering. You know how important volunteers are to your organization. Make sure you’re advertising volunteer opportunities (both in-person and virtual!) Host virtual events to promote a sense of community.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2021

During isolation, many people reported that it was nice to feel like someone is having a conversation with you, about topics you find interesting. Similar to other social platforms, you can follow your friends, creators, influencers, or celebrities. Audio-based entertainment is flexible. A New Way to Engage and Fundraise.

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Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2021

The sorry state of donor retention has been a topic of discussion for at least the past decade, since the Fundraising Effectiveness Project Report began collecting data. Over the period of the pandemic, the Merkle “ 2021 Loyalty Barometer Report ” showed four trends in consumer thoughts on rewards and benefits. . Earning trust is work.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

For volunteers who don’t know many donors, ask them to write generic notes (e.g., Enclose tribute giving envelopes in mailed newsletters and/or annual reports. At one charity where I worked, these generated about $30,000/mailing (we mailed three newsletters and one report/year). Personal handwriting screams “open me!”

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Connection Cafe

MAY 19, 2020

As the COVID-19 pandemic has unfolded across the world, nonprofit fundraisers have been required to take one of three actions for their spring peer-to-peer fundraising (P2P) campaigns : cancel, postpone, or take it virtual. By and large, they are not being cancelled, postponed, or virtualized. Spring 2020 Event Paradigm: In-Person ?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Celebrity meet and greets It’s not every day that you have the opportunity to sit down for lunch or a video call with your favorite celebrity. Private cooking classes Connect with a professional or celebrity chef to ask if they’d be willing to donate their time to a private cooking class. Stewarding sponsors effectively.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

Report progress – Broadcast achievements to build momentum and prompt peers to give. For example, a giving campaign could be paired with a memorial event honoring past members or volunteers. Features like Activity Tracker & Reporting help identify major gift prospects to maximize fundraising potential.

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

There is so much that needs to be done to get staff, board members, volunteers, and donors to put their time, treasure, and talent towards supporting the organization. Decide On Event Format: Virtual, In-Person or Hybrid? When raising funds virtually, avoid Text to Give : Text To Give involves too many steps for the donor.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 22, 2020

Possible segments might include: volunteers, board members, major donors, other donors and corporate contacts. Think about how many pages people need to click through in order to find your mission, learn about volunteer opportunities, or make a donation. This will allow you to target specific groups with relevant messaging.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 17, 2024

After all, organizations can raise up to 31% of online revenue in December , as reported by M+R Benchmarks. Let them meet some of the people on your team and maybe even offer up a virtual tour of your facilities and programs. First, it’s essential to acknowledge and celebrate their unique contributions.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 14, 2020

Once donors contribute to the cause (no matter the amount), they’re welcomed deeper into the impact reporting and communications channel. Promote not only opportunities to give money, but volunteer and spread the word on social media. . Microphilanthropy also allows nonprofits to build a stronger and more engaged donor community.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 3, 2020

When you incorporate advocacy into a well-rounded, more strategic approach for your nonprofit, you’ll find that your fundraising improves, your volunteer network expands , and your organization is able to grow. . Therefore, when your advocacy campaigns change the perspective of an official or influence policy change, be sure to celebrate!

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Recent print collateral, such as a newsletter or annual report. Your emailed welcome kit could contain a link to a video giving a quick virtual tour of your programs or a personal welcome from you. You could give an online shout-out to these wonderful volunteers with a Facebook and Instagram graphic. Or send them a holiday card.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Spring into Action: Best Practices for Volunteer Recruitment and Retention Spring is the season of growth and renewal—a perfect time to rejuvenate your organization’s volunteer force! Discover how to blossom your volunteer roster with our guide on the best practices for recruitment and retention.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

Read-a-thons are also a great, simple peer-to-peer fundraiser that can help you raise a lot of money without many overhead costs, especially if you host a virtual read-a-thon. Unlike a fun run or a 5K fundraiser, you don’t need to map out a racecourse or organize volunteers to man your event. Plan your read-a-thon campaign.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 22, 2021

In 2008, the Points of Light Foundation and the Salesforce Foundation conceived HandsOn Connect — a native Salesforce application designed specifically to make volunteering easier for employees and nonprofits — in a series of whiteboard sessions in San Francisco. Vaccination Volunteering in Phoenix.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In fact, despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Giving Tuesday reported that participants gave $2.47 Giving Tuesday is a great time to encourage your donors, staff, volunteers, and even board members to reach out to their own networks of friends, family, and professional connections.

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