Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

6,057 donors completed the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Survey and based on their responses, the donor community worldwide is made up of primarily women (65%) who have a liberal ideology (53%) , characterize themselves as religious (72%), and give between ($101-$1,000 USD) annually (43%). 20% say Instagram, and 13% say Twitter.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Your nonprofit is just the conduit for donors to accomplish their philanthropic desires. Focusing on donors as partners instead of focusing on money can make a huge difference. When I focus on donors, it’s a matter of which program they want to support. Donors give to causes that matter to them. Y’all.

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2023

million Turks in temporary shelters and left more than 500,000 Syrians homeless, according to the United Nations. Notable individual contributions include $30 million from an anonymous Pakistani donor, who reportedly walked into the Turkish Embassy in Washington, D.C., to make the gift. million from 40,000 donors.

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Tech Soup

MAY 24, 2013

Fundraisers serve a vital function in securing contributions from donors and maintaining relationships with those donors that will lead to more (and bigger!) gifts in the future. The key is that we must be able to prove we’re following the donor’s wishes! That part is pretty obvious, right?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 18, 2021

For many of us, summer fundraising can be frustrating because often our donor communications during this season yield less-than-ideal results. . A campaign is a great way to pique donor interest because it gives them a clear goal and a deadline to inspire them to give. Call or text donors during the event to remind them to give.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Donors love being part of that last push that takes you across the finish line and that’s just what happened for my friends at Love Not Lost , who had a $30,000 goal and sent this update email out Wednesday morning which helped them exceed their goal, raising $31,150! 1,960 needed from donors in Illinois. Even better?

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2021

It takes careful strategy and deep knowledge of your donor to get the results you’re looking for. How will you grab the attention of your donors when their inbox is already full and they barely have time to read what’s already there? What part(s) of your program does your donor care about? What gift do we want the donor to make?

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Connection Cafe

MAY 10, 2013

Fundraisers serve a vital function in securing contributions from donors and maintaining relationships with those donors that will lead to more (and bigger!) gifts in the future. The key is that we must be able to prove we’re following the donor’s wishes! That part is pretty obvious, right?

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sgEngage

AUGUST 25, 2021

Meanwhile, your colleague is exploring ways to end homelessness in your city or tackle the opioid crisis. In the development world, regular campaign studies reveal donors’ up-at-night issues, shape fundraising priorities, and advance relationships with prospects. It doesn’t get much more purposefully bold.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 31, 2018

By focusing on projects, NGOs can gain the confidence of donors by keeping them updated on how funds are to be used. Finally, M-Changa seeks to build trust from both local and international donors. 39% of donors in Kenya give tribute gifts. 78% of donors in Kenya volunteer. About the Donors ?

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 11, 2021

Today’s internal management software can track and categorize every donor interaction, gift, and desired style of communication, and they can manage physical and virtual events, cover all areas of fundraising, and are easy to use. He and his wife have been married for nearly 20 years, and they have two children, a daughter and son.

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BoardAssist

JUNE 17, 2014

Stop thinking of your donors as ATM machines and really focus on them as people. How to Thank Your Donors: Stop Focusing on the Money! Before you can ask for a major gift, you need to focus on gratitude. Stop thinking of your donors as ATM machines and really focus on them as people. They educate children.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

If you inspire people, you’ll get a gift. This means you can’t just slap anything on a page, send it to a donor, and expect great results. Your request for support should connect with the passion your donor or prospect already has for the work your nonprofit does. Your words matter when you’re trying to get people to donate.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 17, 2019

Restricted funds can be a result of grants, donor requests or specific fundraising campaigns. The New Life Center (NLC), led by Rob Swiers, provides support and shelter for those afflicted with addiction and homelessness. Nonprofit organizations must create a gift acceptance policy. Finding Unrestricted Funds.

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Achieve

MARCH 30, 2016

Consider this appeal from a nonprofit working to end homelessness: Today you have an opportunity to make a real difference in the life of someone who needs your help. Your gift will give John a chance to get back on his feet…. At the end of the day, donors give because we provide them with an excellent reason to give.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 8, 2018

In addition, they offer case management for homeless clients in the Interfaith Home Emergency Lodging Program (I-HELP). Operation Santa is an annual Christmas gift assistance program. In 2017, AZCEND provided Christmas gifts for over 480 children. My biggest accomplishment with my FRC team was Operation Santa.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

As the world continues to grapple with the ups and downs of COVID-19, it’s essential to meet your donors where they’re most comfortable, and that means coming up with inventive online fundraising ideas. Check out our comprehensive list to keep your fundraising campaigns fun and fresh for all of your donors. Email campaigns.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

And if you commit to joining in on the spooky festivities, you can also develop some frighteningly fun fundraiser ideas your horror buff donors will love. As Halloween-inspired decorations begin popping up around your community, a spooky scavenger hunt will get your donors on their feet and in the Halloween spirit.

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NonProfit Hub

JULY 5, 2017

Build a donor base. That’s how you can start retaining your major, loyal donors. A frequent collaborator of ours, Amy Eisenstein, talks about how important it is to keep at it with those donors you believe in (and so much more) in her free guide to major gift fundraising. Donors are so much more than simply ‘donors.’

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Qgiv

MARCH 31, 2021

Not only is it an engaging donor experience, but peer-to-peer fundraising is often the push you need to reach essential fundraising goals. For example, let’s say your faith-based organization is also an outreach ministry for shut-ins and the homeless. That’s where peer-to-peer fundraising comes in. Go Beyond Simple Branding.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 31, 2022

So, what do we do when our time is limited and we need to communicate with the community and our donors? Donor-focused storytelling is the difference between: “Jim now has a roof over his head thanks to our organization’s work.”. Hospice and homelessness can both be taboo subjects that can make people uncomfortable.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 22, 2018

Build a donor base. That’s how you can start retaining your major, loyal donors. A frequent collaborator of ours, Amy Eisenstein, talks about how important it is to keep at it with those donors you believe in (and so much more) in her free guide to major gift fundraising. Donors are so much more than simply ‘donors.’

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 28, 2020

Donations to donor advised funds and supporting organizations are not eligible for this deduction. In this package, adjusted gross income limits on charitable deductions are suspended or adjusted for cash gifts made by individuals and corporations. Children and Family Services Programs – $1.9 Adjusted Gross Income Limitation.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 5, 2020

It’s almost the year-end giving season, and most non-profits I know are getting ready to reach out to their donors to ask for one more donation before the end of the year. As well they should… a very high percentage of all charitable gifts are made during the year-end fundraising cycle.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 11, 2020

Today’s Q&A is with Tim Snyder, associate vice president, Alumni and Donor Services at Wake Forest University. In his role, Tim is responsible for the overall management of Alumni Services, the Wake Forest Fund, and Donor Services and Advancement Services at the university. We are all uniquely gifted.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers help nonprofits expand their donor networks. This means that volunteers can help you find new donors (and other volunteers) as they spread the word about your work to their family, friends, and professional connections. Try direct messaging a donor on Facebook and asking them to volunteer.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 7, 2021

It’s hard to imagine turning down a gift. You either get a credit card donation through your organization’s website or you receive personal checks from donors sent to your organization’s office or P.O. These gifts are simple and easy to deposit and use. Here’s where a Gift Acceptance Policy can help (more on that in a moment).

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Qgiv

JULY 28, 2021

A Gift for Teaching’s 2021 Back-to-School Drive. The first of our peer-to-peer fundraising examples comes from A Gift for Teaching. A Gift for Teaching hosted a Back-to-School Drive in the form of a peer-to-peer fundraising event. This is a unique way of using a peer-to-peer fundraiser to help those you serve.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Building a donor base. Q: What suggestions do you have to reach out to new donors? Q: How do I increase my donor base? A: Growing your donor base is a “must-do” activity for ANY nonprofit. You simply must be adding new donors each year just to maintain your numbers. This is commonly called a donor profile.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Viral moments are like lightning in a bottle; most of the time, you’re just churning out messaging that you hope will reach and appeal to a wide range of prospective donors. On the other hand, a unique value proposition speaks directly to donors about why they should support you in this work. It’s a difference they can see.

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Museum 2.0

MARCH 21, 2017

Businesspeople asked how we would keep out homeless people, drug addicts, and deviant behavior. We started designing ways to make Abbott Square a desirable “first landing place” in downtown—especially for families with children. There were several events where we received gifts across that full range.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 9, 2021

Besides doing these webinars, we’re a donor management software provider. They really focus on that first-time donor experience, and that is going to turn into repeat donors. . So when I’m talking about giving generously, board members need to make their own personal gift. I’ll keep an eye on Twitter.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Marie Palacios will explain what donors want to know, why it is crucial, and how to share your past achievements, so donors contribute to your future goals. We are here to talk about reporting impact, specifically creating tools and some good processes to do that for your donors. Marie: Absolutely. Steven: All right, awesome.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Below we’ll explore four things to consider in nonprofit storytelling: The narrative structure The content The medium The donor experience Managing all of the moving pieces of your nonprofit can be tough; sharing your authentic story as a change-maker doesn’t have to be. Now imagine your ideal donors. Who are they?

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Achieve

JANUARY 20, 2016

She saw firsthand the inequalities that existed in the world, including children and families struggling to have food and clothes, the bare essentials we take for granted. She had five children and had to abandon her home and take them to a settlement for disaster victims. Mallory is raising money and donors.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

A fundraising event is the best way to engage with donors, garner support for your mission, and meet your revenue targets. While virtual fundraising events were simply a quick alternative, they actually proved to be a convenient and effective way to engage with donors. All you need is a place to play and the appropriate equipment.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 22, 2021

What accounts for more donations in the nonprofit world: A) larger corporations or B) individual donors? In reality, it’s the complete opposite—over 80% of donations come from individual donors. Donors give for a variety of reasons, like a personal connection to an organization. If you answered A, you are not alone.

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