Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

Odds are your emails are going to spam folders and are in violation of email compliance laws that require opt-out information and a mailing address to be prominently featured in all email campaigns. InnovaSocial is a social impact consultancy based in Mexico specializing in strategic planning, digital communications and individual giving.

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EveryAction

MAY 11, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here ! The hearing is next Tuesday at [time].

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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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sgEngage

JANUARY 30, 2024

You can use generative solutions to help draft full email messages, text messages, blog post outlines, direct mail letters, and more. You can use this information to identify trends and patterns in donor sentiment. Remember to edit the responses you receive from these tools to align with your organization’s brand and tone.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2021

It’s about more than just filling requests and mailing lists and reports. We are the subject matter experts for the organization’s data, integrations, trends, etc.”. “I I encourage my team to work as an internal consulting company with different business units in the foundation are our clients.”

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

For example, if you hire a fundraising consultant but that consultant does not succeed in helping your organization raise more money, you will end up overspending on fundraising. This is a WHOLE other issue – how to succeed at direct mail fundraising.). You may end up at the end of the year having overspent on fundraising.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Now, you can access: All 16 curated, impact-filled sessions covering topics like direct mail, email marketing, digital fundraising, social strategy, year-end planning tips, retention + more. Leverage Direct Mail To Encourage Donors To Give This Year-End. Free #GivingTuesday and Year-End Fundraising Consultation.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 15, 2021

a non-profit consulting firm in its 26th year. For several years now, when Giving USA releases its annual report regarding charitable giving trends, one of the key findings has been that the amount of overall funds given to charities has grown, but the number of contributors has decreased. Ryan Strawhecker, incoming President, Paul J.

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BoardAssist

MAY 10, 2016

What are the trends that are going to impact your nonprofit in 2016? Top 10 Fundraising Trends and Predictions for 2016. The trends are undeniable. See Kivi’s Nonprofit Communications Trends Report. Sticking to the basics: solid direct mail, great website, and major gifts. This trend is gathering strength.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2022

The 4th edition of the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Trends Report highlighted the positive impact nonprofits have experienced from investment in new payment methods, technologies, and skills. For more nonprofit trends and insights, download the 4th edition of the Salesforce.org Nonprofit Trends Report. Many tried new things….but

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Stay up to date with current advocacy trends. Direct mail. Traditional mail does still have a place in advocacy campaigns. While digital marketing is cheaper and allows you to get in touch with supporters faster, direct mail can help supplement your online campaigns. Stay up to date with current advocacy trends.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Philanthropic consultants can be costly to many organizations and often focus on high level initiatives that a nonprofit might not be positioned to focus on just yet. Zach: Prior to working in libraries, I worked in the nonprofit sector for six years. These discussions are a valuable service in itself.

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Cloud 4 Good

MARCH 2, 2022

The two most common forms of direct marketing are direct mail and telemarketing. These databases are large repositories for data that is collected and reported on, pulling from industry trends and helping to inform industry strategies to be used in subsequent direct marketing campaigns.

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NTEN

JANUARY 6, 2012

Weiner Consulting. When NTEN asked whether I’d be willing to predict tech trends for in 2012, I, of course, asked my Magic 8 Ball™. When NTEN asked whether I’d be willing to predict tech trends for in 2012, I, of course, asked my Magic 8 Ball™. Will 2012 be pretty much like 2011? Ditto for a social media campaign.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Reports generated around donor engagement can measure campaign involvement, giving history, and other trends that can help guide your strategic processes. Whether it be social media, direct mail, or email that gets the best response, be aware of their effectiveness when deciding what resources are most useful to your efforts.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 21, 2021

According to Salesforce.org’s Nonprofit Trends Report (3rd Edition), 71% of organizations surveyed had to accelerate their move to digital programs or events last year due to the pandemic. Prior to that, Stu worked for 13 years at Blackbaud as a consultant, solution architect, and practice manager. And 2020 didn’t help.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2011

Once you’ve set up your new Google account, sign up to receive Google Alerts via e-mail on a daily basis at google.com/alerts. For organizational reasons, you could opt to use the Gmail e-mail account that you created for your nonprofit when setting up your Google account for all social media and mobile technology accounts.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Tricia Marsherall is the Founder & President of Marsherall Partners, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in nonprofit donor database management & operations support and virtual & traditional fundraising events. By gaining insight into trends , a nonprofit leadership team can more effectively plan for the future. Event data?

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

In this blog, you’ll find articles about: Opinions on Industry Trends, Topics in Behavioral Science, Whitepapers and Case Studies in Philanthropy, and Direct Mail and Online Fundraising. A nonprofit fundraiser since childhood, Beth has over 30 years as a professional fundraiser and consultant. THE AGITATOR / DONOR VOICE.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

The ultimate goal is to uncover trends, understand performance, and discover useful next actions to help nonprofits achieve their fundraising and donor stewardship goals. Predictive Analytics: This is the practice of using trends from past data to anticipate future outcomes. Overview of Nonprofit Data Analytics. Cost per click.

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Achieve

MAY 10, 2021

Use statistics and trends to illustrate elements of your campaign like: Your organization’s need for increased capacity. These elements might include your initial kickoff announcement, event invites, email campaigns, direct mailings, and social media posts. She is a veteran fundraising consultant. easy-to-use campaign site.

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DNL OmniMedia

MARCH 31, 2021

Some organizations choose branding that looks nice enough now, perhaps is even trending, but will age terribly. Whether you’re working with a nonprofit marketing consultant to develop your branding guidelines or crafting them internally, there are a few key elements to include. Will your logo resize to fit different mailings?

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BoardAssist

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Let’s talk about “profitability” when it comes to staging galas, investing in direct mail, and investing in consulting or staff resources. For example, investing $20k in really good direct mail should yield about $80k in revenue, if you have a list of responsive donors. Start using the word profit, and use it repeatedly!

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

Tip: You may find that nonprofit consultants can offer fundraising avenues that your team may not have explored. For example, many consultants include fundraising appeals in emails to their mailing lists in support of their nonprofit clients. This is definitely an “ask” worth making! Sizing up your assets.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MAY 27, 2011

Disclaimer Friday, May 27, 2011 Research Friday: Social Media is all around us - How do we embrace the trend? Two weeks ago, I introduced readers to La Pianas "Convergence: How Five Trends Will Reshape the Social Sector." [1] This week, Ill discuss the second trend, entitled "Technological Advances Abound." They want to connect.

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Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 3, 2024

As you plan your fundraising activities, choose marketing strategies, and set your annual goals, reading up on the latest giving trends can help you align your approach with what’s going on in the wider nonprofit community. In particular, technology trends are bound to play a part in your organization’s digital marketing efforts.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

A growing trend among most of us these days is paying for things more with credit and debit cards and less with cash and checks. One church fundraising consulting firm found that as many as 50 percent of people who receive fundraising mailings go online to make their contribution. Last but not least, Telosa Exceed!

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

You can stay up-to-date on the latest non-profit technology trends AND learn something new. If you’ve hit a wall, don’t be afraid of hiring a consulting professional. Use your connections to scout out a consultant that will fit your needs. Above all, do not use a consultant as a Band-Aid. Don’t have time for training?

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Care2

JUNE 21, 2013

At Blackbaud, Dennis has managed the Strategic Services Practice, comprised of consultants in Business Analytics, Design & Information Architecture, Deployment Services and Agency Services. Care2 Webinars Marketing Research Trends' REGISTER to attend this FREE Expert Webinar on THURSDAY, JUNE 27th at 2PM ET.

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NTEN

MARCH 2, 2010

What's the most important trend in nonprofit technology for 2010? Concepts, practices, and tools from the social media sphere starting to invade direct mail, gala fundraising, and "old school" channels. Being a browser 'power user' can save lots of time, and can also save consulting or programming dollars.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

E-learning is using internet technology and your networks to learn in real-time – either as an individual, within your organization, or a network and learning is applied to get results. This e-mail exchange with a dozen or so colleagues evolved into a guest post about one aspect of the topic.

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Here’s the advice from direct mail guru Mal Warwick, who has written over 22 books on nonprofit direct mail fundraising: “One appeal letter might bring about a 14% return, but a follow-up appeal or telephone call can raise that return up to about 42%. Let me be clear: One appeal letter does not a campaign make!

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Care2

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

by Michael Johnston, President and Founder, Hewitt and Johnston Consultants (hjc). Michael Johnston is the president and founder of the global fundraising consultancy, Hewitt and Johnston Consultants (hjc), and the co-founder of two global fundraising products, The Global Legacy Giving Group and the sports-based Fantasy Fundraising.

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BoardAssist

APRIL 15, 2014

4) Look at trends within routine reports. For example, along with the financial report, consider a discussion of long-run implications of certain revenue or cost trends. A list of items can be mailed out in advance and approved in one vote. Identify larger, big-picture issues that are reflected within routine reports.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 16, 2006

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 13, 2014

Among them are attention to major donors, the use of direct mail, online communications and the use of telephone communications to support those appeals. Fundraising Industry Trends Research & Trends arts&cultural donations education fundraising Major gifts'

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