NetWits

JUNE 13, 2011

Although the findings of the recently released 2011 donorCentrics Internet and Multichannel Giving Benchmarking Report haven’t changed much since the last edition three years ago, its release has (re)fueled the conversation fire in the #nptech community. It’s a great guide for making the most of your channel-surfing donors.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

And, according to ANA/DMA, “Direct mail still pulls a higher response rate than any marketing medium.” Direct mail and digital work side by side to ensure your best campaign. Your Gratitude Report. What channels did you use last year? What’s your renewal rate? Multichannel without question. By segment?

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NetWits

MAY 31, 2011

This report continues to be the most significant analysis of online/offline giving trends based on actual data from nonprofits. The 2011 donorCentrics Internet and Multichannel Giving Benchmarking Report provides analysis of 28 major nonprofit organizations and transactions for over 15 million donors and more than $1 billion in revenue.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Warm your donors up with some thoughtful stewardship through a channel that will help you get through: mobile. TechJury has reported that SMS open rates average 98%. TechJury has reported that SMS open rates average 98%. Two weeks later, you get their end-of-year appeal in the mail. Why text donors?

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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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NetWits

AUGUST 8, 2012

Download the full Multichannel Fundraising Report. to learn more about the turn to online fundraising, the need for a multichannel approach and how direct mail is still alive and well. Our study also found that when online-acquired donors move to an offline giving channel, they tend to do so soon, in their first renewal year.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Here are 3 rules for reporting impact Be warm, heartfelt, and sentimental. First names only! Here are 6 channel options: A simple phone call from you, or even better—a board member A postcard A video email A letter An email A text 3 time-saving ways to report impact with scale and efficiency (no matter how big or small you are!)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Be familiar with important information on the organization’s website, social media sites, YouTube channel, and other assets. Be familiar with the organization’s case for support, annual reports, theory of change, and other collateral materials. Is the donor renewal rate low? Help edit or review grant proposals and grant reports.

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 28, 2023

Well, I’ve got some eye-opening stats that might make you reconsider where to channel your communication efforts. When it comes to reaching your fundraising goals, email reigns supreme (after direct mail and face-to-face, of course). In fact, the average engagement rate on Facebook for nonprofit posts is a mere 0.08%.

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EveryAction

JULY 31, 2023

In fact, Double the Donation research indicates that mentioning matching gifts results in a 71% increase in response rate and a 51% increase in average donation amount. Forbes reports that December alone accounts for nearly a third of annual giving, with 10% of nonprofit revenue being received in just the last three days of the year.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 25, 2021

Mail stats. Direct mail response rate (to house): 4% Postage per letter: $0.49. Giving Report. Mail stats. Direct mail response rate: (to house): 5% Postage per letter: $0.47. Giving Report. Mail stats. Direct mail response rate: (to house): 5% Postage per letter: $0.49.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach to direct mail. It starts with a detailed analysis of your donor base, including average gift size, retention rates, and cost per acquired donor. Nonprofits usually report retention as a percentage. While different, these concepts are related.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 24, 2024

Simplified reporting: Most email automation tools include built-in reporting capabilities that allow you to easily generate reports on key metrics, such as email open rates, click-through rates, and overall campaign performance. Then, sit back and let your automatic emails do the work.

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The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

According to many reports , email marketing is the best channel for return on investment. According to social media researcher and author Dan Zarrella , including more links in your emails will garner better click-through rates and fewer unsubscribes. Make it convenient to opt-in to your mailing list.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

To succeed, it’s important to grasp the basics of three strategies: email fundraising, direct mail fundraising, and fundraising events. This might include reaching a certain fundraising amount or achieving specific metrics like email open rates or donation page conversions. To set effective goals, use the S.M.A.R.T

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M+R

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

And so, too often, the magic of mid-level giving is lost, especially in digital channels. And, unfortunately, the reverse is also true—what seems like a minor drop-off in your mid-level acquisition or retention rates can create enormous drag on your revenue. . Do newly acquired mid-level donors retain at higher rates?

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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. Segmenting new donors based on demographics, interests and preferred channels can enable more personalized outreach. This plants a seed.

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TechImpact

JULY 16, 2014

In another 2013 study conducted by Blackbaud found that “response and click through rates in nonprofit email campaigns declined by 16% and 18.7%, from 2012.” The study substantiates the claim by stating that”declining response rates illustrate a saturated channel with non-differentiated messaging and campaigns.”. Direct mail.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

Nonprofits with a high donor retention rate have long-term supporters who come back year after year. Nonprofits with a low donor retention rate need to continually acquire new donors or larger gifts to keep up. One aspect of this survey is about average donor retention rates over the years. How to Calculate Donor Retention .

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 28, 2021

Did you know that the average open rate for the nonprofit organization is around 25.17%, much higher than the industry average open rate, which is just 21.33%? email marketing is one of the most effective channels for nonprofit organizations. An eye-opening report authored by Brett Schenker states, . Buying mailing lists.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2022

Factors like these tend to lead to fewer donations and a lower donor engagement rate during this time of year. January is the perfect time to report back to your donors and share how you used their donations to further your mission. You can even send a postcard in the mail with the same copy as your social media post.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

Direct mail appeals are most successful with Baby Boomers. 39% of Gen X respondents said they’re most likely to give as a result of a post they see on Facebook or other social media channels. 33% of donors in this age group prefer to give in response to social media channels, and 29% prefer to give via text messages.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 1, 2024

However, a recent Giving USA report showed a 13.4 Your nonprofit can have your best year-end campaign by incorporating data-driven planning, tapping into overlooked segments, crafting impactful storytelling strategies, maximizing digital fundraising channels, and cultivating donor fundraising and stewardship throughout the year.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 11, 2023

A 2022 report by The Fundraising Effectiveness Project revealed a steep drop in donor retention over the previous year. Other data will help you personalize your donors’ future experiences, like: The program or fund they supported Their donation amount Which channel inspired their gift (did they give by email? Through direct mail?)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

It’s important that you understand that if anyone donates to your nonprofit on any of these sites, the funds are mailed to the contact information your nonprofit has in GuideStar. Therefore, it’s crucial that you update your GuideStar “Nonprofit Report” at least once a year. Monitor Your Charity Ratings and Reviews.

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Allegiance Group

MAY 18, 2023

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach as direct mail, starting with a detailed analysis of your donor base, including average gift, retention rates, average gift, and if you have done previous online fundraising campaigns, cost per acquired donor. Use social media to drive traffic to your website.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

We offer a number of analytics-related services including web analysis, strategic planning, digital measurement and testing, and data reporting and visualizations, so we can certainly assist your team. For example, you can understand what impact, if any, a new communication channel had on fundraising outcomes. Website Conversion Rate.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 20, 2021

Your nonprofit needs you working in your strengths , not setting up your newsletter in Mail Chimp or scheduling your next Facebook post. I mean everything, including checking the central email account, updating the website, sending out email communication, and updating social channels, as well as everything you do to run your programs.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

Giving USA 2021 , produced by Giving USA Foundation and Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy , reports total giving grew 5.1% Here are a few 2021 key findings from the report to help us retain and upgrade nonprofit donors: . Per the FEP’s report, in 2020: The overall number of donors grew by 7.3%.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

This can take the form of vehicles like written mail, face-to-face or phone conversations, electronic communications, or any combination of these. Bloomerang’s email tool uses the same filtering mechanism as our reports, so you can filter for exactly the group you’re wanting to send to.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Ask, thank, report, and repeat—it’s a simple but powerful way to manage your relationships. While there are tons of ways that your nonprofit can engage donors, following the basic steps of the donor engagement cycle—ask, thank, report and repeat—will forge a clear path that the rest of your stewardship strategy can follow.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Likely a sign of best practices to come, their donation pages simply ask for credit card information and an email address (not a mailing address) and have an extensive offering of different ways to donate. According to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 33% of donors worldwide give tribute gifts.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

That’s because all nonprofits have similar goals, including connecting with more donors, boosting their donor retention rates, and developing strategic, sustainable partnerships with other organizations. Donor stewardship helps you boost your donor retention rate , helping you earn much more over time. Major gifts. Online fundraising.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 13, 2019

If not, stop reading this right now and start reading this year’s donorCentrics ® Higher Education Alumni Giving Report. To do that, let’s examine some key findings from the most recent Alumni Annual Giving report, a comprehensive analysis produced each year by Blackbaud Target Analytics.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

Impact Membership Retention Rate: How Associations Can Retain More Members 8 min read Read Now Tips for a Read-Worthy Member Newsletter As one of your organization’s central member communication hubs, your member newsletter is worth the time and effort it takes to get it right. Did you put together an industry-related research report?

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 12, 2016

While the main focus of many end-of-year campaigns will be direct mail and email, other channels are increasingly driving online donations. Just 27% of online donations now result from email (according to the latest M+R Benchmark report ). ASC has a good example of an updated pop-up design that’s not intrusive.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 6, 2020

Recurring donors have a significantly higher average annual cumulative giving rate, so this means more money is available now. Sustainer donors also have very high retention rates, typically between 70-80%. This reinforces the need for continuous impact reporting, to find new opportunities to engage sustainers on a deeper level.

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