Double the Donation

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Phonathons are a tried-and-true resource for all sorts of nonprofits and higher education institutions to engage donors and raise money effectively. Create a standardized script. Include matching gifts in call scripts. Create a standardized script. Practice with mock calls. Schedule calls when donors are home.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Remember these words: Your nonprofit’s logo is not your story. If you Google “nonprofit logos,” you’ll see some common themes. Many nonprofit leaders really want to take every opportunity to help you understand that they are helping people. Risk of overcomplicating your nonprofit’s logo. It makes sense.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 13, 2020

Have your interns take the Whole Whale Be Your Own Social Media Guru course before getting started. The way that Vote Forward manages volunteers is by letting people “adopt” a mailing list of potential voters and then gives instructions for them to send letters from a printed script that can be customized. Data hygiene projects.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2023

It’s long been documented that the most successful nonprofits have (1) a board that plays a critical role in their fundraising and (2) built a strong collaborative partnership between the board and leadership staff. Of course, so many of you have already given this year, thank you so much for that. It could even be all three!

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Greater Giving

MARCH 12, 2024

Elevate Your Impact: Crafting a Winning Fundraising Plan for Your Next Charity Event As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of effective fundraising. ” Charting the Course: Tactics and Strategies Tactics Identify engaging fundraising tactics aligned with your mission and goals. But where do you begin?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2021

Then orient callers around the evening’s purpose, review a suggested script you’ve shared in advance, and answer any questions. You can learn how to make this call by grabbing my free Thank You Calls E-Book + Script. Most nonprofits have a “house list” of affiliated people who’ve not yet become donors.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

Not only do you have to successfully pitch your organization’s mission and vision to someone who only has an outsider’s view, but you also must ask that person to contribute monetarily to your nonprofit. People want to meet in person to get a good feel for your nonprofit and your cause before they write a sizable check.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2023

Because, despite all the research showing such calls increase donor retention and the size of future gifts , most nonprofits still aren’t doing it. Learn More If you’re a larger charity Of course, I’ve worked places that receive 50+ gifts a day. Your prompt, personal touch will be appreciated. There’s no downside.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

Matt Hugg is an author and instructor in nonprofit management in the US and abroad. He is president and founder of Nonprofit.Courses , an on-demand, eLearning educational resource for nonprofit leaders, staff, board members, and volunteers, with thousands of courses in nearly every aspect of nonprofit work.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Raising funds for nonprofit organizations is both an art and a science. This blog post will cover various strategies your organization can employ to raise crucial funds for your nonprofit organization. Your donation form is an opportunity to create a great first impression for people just discovering your nonprofit organization.

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 11, 2015

The fundraiser—whether it’s an inspired event, online appeal or one-time contest—should of course be considered an important component of any non-profit’s campaigning effort. These tools can be simple, such as examples of fundraising emails, social media posts, phone scripts and even official logos.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2023

The longer a donor stays with your nonprofit, the more times they’ll be able to complete this cycle, deepening their engagement with your nonprofit. These committed donors provide the support you need to spread awareness about your cause, generate excitement about your events, recruit volunteers, and of course, fund your mission.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 23, 2021

To thrive in this world in flux, we need to radically reshape our relationship to uncertainty and flip the script to sustain a healthy and productive outlook,” explains April. Fortunately, her new book shows you how to do exactly that, and how to help others do so too.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Mid-level donors are too often neglected but cultivated properly, they can be a major revenue stream for your nonprofit. Of course, your mid-level donors will also share their vision for the future of your nonprofit. You literally could not run your nonprofit without their support, so make them the heroes of your story.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

But out of this huge challenge, we’ve seen some amazing creativity crop up as nonprofits revamp their fundraising approaches to be safe and successful. A stellar toolkit: to help out their fundraisers, they put together a resource that answered common questions, provided basic fundraising advice, and laid out scripts for fundraisers to use.

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Byte Technology

AUGUST 12, 2015

And so frustration ensued, all in the name of protecting your favorite blogs, shopping portals, subscription and contact forms and news sites from abusive scripts and dangerous malware. Traditional CAPTCHA protocols will still be around for a while, of course, as not all websites are scurrying to adopt the new technology.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 2, 2014

For the third article in our nonprofit culture series, we interviewed Rich Sagall—founder of NeedyMeds. NeedyMeds was named one of the NonProfit Times Best Places to Work for 2013. They’re a small nonprofit organization that operates with a staff of around 18 employees. ———————————. I think that it works very well.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Almost one-third of total giving to nonprofits happens in December, and 12% happens in the LAST THREE DAYS of December , according to Network for Good. Why leave it to chance, wondering if your nonprofit will get its share? Work from a script so everyone is comfortable making these calls, asking for donations.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Advocacy campaigns are an innovative way for nonprofits to engage their current supporters, attract new audiences, and fulfill their mission at the same time. However, before you can reap the many benefits of a successful advocacy campaign, your nonprofit will need to invest in the right advocacy software. Canvassing Software.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 28, 2021

If you Google “nonprofit logos,” you’ll see some common themes. Many nonprofit leaders really want to take every opportunity to help you understand that they are helping people. If you design modular furniture, a logo featuring Victorian script and flowers is going to be misleading. Holding hands around a globe. It makes sense.

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Kindful

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

People are used to nonprofits reaching out to ask for donations. If you’re sharing one person’s story (with their permission, of course), see if you can have them sign the card. Tip : Invite them to post a photo of themselves with their gift and tag your nonprofit so more people are introduced to your cause. Make a video. .

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

COVID-19 is forcing nonprofits to think differently about engaging supporters. The unique challenge for nonprofits—especially those that rely on in-person support—will be providing virtual opportunities to their supporters to adapt to this new environment. Virtual solutions. food prep, packing, distribution). Urgent issues.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

That means thanking them well, giving them updates, and telling them stories about the work your nonprofit is doing in changing lives. Then, when donors start thinking about which nonprofits they want to give to in a few weeks, yours will rise to the top. It helps to provide the people making calls with a script.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

When you’re looking to launch a new outcomes-centered strategy , start with these three steps and sample scripts to ensure you’re heading in the right direction. . It’s important that you involve your nonprofit partners early and often so they can provide insight and help shape the strategy from the beginning. Don’t go in blind.

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NTEN

APRIL 11, 2013

While we’re grateful to all members of NTEN, there are, of course, those of you who go beyond the proverbial "call of duty" and impact the NTEN community by providing extra time, resources, and wisdom to assist NTEN''s work in this sector. 13ntc Community nptech nten awards ntennies'

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Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology

JANUARY 31, 2008

Home About Me Subscribe Zen and the Art of Nonprofit Technology Thoughtful and sometimes snarky perspectives on nonprofit technology Free and open source tool #7: Firefox January 31, 2008 This almost feels like cheating, talking about Firefox. Firefox is arguably the best web browser there is. Be Helpful.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 10, 2011

Music can, of course, be a powerful tool for driving the rhythm of a video. The tempo of the dialogue, which can be scripted, interview format, or even visual dialogue is another element that establishes the rhythm. Here is an example that creates incredible rhythm with the action in each shot.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 30, 2014

We’re a trendy, sexy bunch here at Nonprofit Hub, so of course we talk a lot about the importance of websites and social media. We’re also wannabe hipsters, however, so today we’re going to walk you through how to improve your nonprofit’s phone fundraising because, well, we’re totally retro and not mainstream. Don’t over-polish.

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Global Giving

APRIL 28, 2016

Let’s walk through the process of making a film for your nonprofit with nothing more than a smartphone, an editing app, and passion for your cause. Of course you do! Try writing a script with a two-column approach. Like all good stories, your final script should have a clear beginning, middle, and end. STEP THREE.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

The time has finally come to demystify Search Engine Optimization ( SEO) for nonprofits. Why nonprofits should be investing in SEO. Chapter 2: Nonprofit Marketing Strategy. Chapter 4: SEO For Nonprofits. Of course, this only begins to scratch the surface of understanding how SEO works. Last year saw a 7.9%

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Tech Soup

APRIL 1, 2014

” I never get tired of hearing that phrase, and I have to say, it’s my favorite part of getting to attend nonprofit conferences like NTC. But since our mission is so focused on nonprofit capacity building, we don’t often get to hear about the actual work you’re doing with that technology. Email Matters.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 8, 2013

It is a challenge for me to not judge someone who doesn''t believe in gun control, or not be angry with the corporate customer service rep who can''t answer my question because he needs to keep to a script, or not be selfish when I''m worried about finances, or be collaborative when I''m sure I know the best way. Those feelings come easily.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

Major donors make a major impact on your nonprofit, but it can be a bit scary to ask major donors for a donation. Work from a list of prepared questions , but be prepared to go off-script if the donor goes in a different direction. When you choose a nonprofit organization to support, what’s important to you?”.

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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. And that volunteer had the potential to be a powerful ambassador when pointed in the right direction and well educated about the nonprofit’s work. Orlando Bloom is an ambassador for UNICEF.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Note from Beth: How often have those of worked in nonprofits asked the question or been asked the question by funders, “What’s the impact?” “You Know Your Film is Making a Difference When…” Guest Post by Ellen Schneider.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

No Script is a Firefox browser extension that blocks malicious scripts and allows JavaScript, Java, and other potentially dangerous content only from sites I trust. TechSoup: Safer Online for Nonprofits: Practical Advice to Keep You Safe. TechSoup: Why Celebrity iCloud Hacking Should Matter to Your Nonprofit.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 8, 2015

” He offered a simple framework for doing improvisation: notice, accept, and build. He also talked about the Improviser Mindset VS Scripted Mindset of leaders. Scripted mindsets expect everything to be perfect in theory, on paper, and in the real world – and when it isn’t they don’t know how to lead.

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