Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Julie Ordoñez will outline a proven strategy, messaging and action steps you can implement right away to close major gifts faster, ethically. We’re here to talk about 3 steps to closing over $10,000 gifts by December 31st. I’m over here at Bloomerang, and I’ll be moderating today’s discussion as always.

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Top Nonprofits

OCTOBER 18, 2021

You might have a campaign steering committee, a kick-off committee, a committee to oversee the feasibility study, and a lead gift committee. Of particular importance is the Lead Gift Committee. The Lead Gift Committee – A Key to Success. Lead Gift Committee Member Responsibilities. How much money has been raised?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Even though billions of dollars have been raised online since 1999, it’s surprising how many nonprofits make the donation process more complicated than it should be. Launched in 2002, GlobalGiving.org is a crowdfunding platform for NGOs, charities, and nonprofits worldwide which has raised nearly $500 million online.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 28, 2020

They discuss the challenges of raising major and planned gifts in the current environment, give advice on how to talk to donors and consider how they are feeling and faring during this time, and highlight different giving strategies that can benefit organizations and donors. Plan B for planned gifts. Permission marketing.

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Double the Donation

OCTOBER 4, 2021

If you’re looking to drive additional fundraising revenue through corporate gift-matching programs , making the most of matching gift upsells is the way to go. Picture this: A donor is in the process of making a gift to your organization. The Value of Matching Gift Upsells. Matching Gift Basics.

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DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

As a nonprofit fundraising professional, you know that raising major gifts is one of the most strategic efforts your organization will complete. Major gifts are not only a highly-strategic effort, but also a high-stakes one— for many nonprofits, over 80% of their total fundraising dollars come from major contributions alone.

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Greater Giving

JULY 20, 2022

However, 27% of nonprofits are struggling to develop major donors and large gifts. Get an interview for your leadership on a podcast or radio show to discuss the cause and why it matters. The post Engage Donors and Raise More Money with Four Easy Actions appeared first on Greater Giving Blog. Engage Donors In-Person.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Fundraisers at mission-driven organizations know that relying on only one avenue for funding the mission isn’t sustainable—the key to successfully raising the money your organization needs to operate programs and advance your mission is to diversify your fundraising programs. Showcase the impact of a donor’s specific gift.

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.orgSource

APRIL 29, 2024

Generative AI is not a gift that lends itself to neat packaging. David, who is the owner of Strategic Consulting, has a gift for distilling complexity into digestible soundbites. We launched our discussion with a bottom-line question. We need to raise it to be a Boy Scout instead of a scary version of Damien Omen Three. “AI

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

There are many factors in fundraising, from early engagement to a donor’s ultimate or legacy gift. Blackbaud’s research, however, shows the average time from the first solicitation to a donor’s first gift is four years, yet the average development officer’s term is only 18–24 months. That’s why retaining top officers is so important.

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Bloomerang

MAY 28, 2024

Her new fundraising job represents an exciting entry into a nonprofit sector different from her previous jobs in which she raised funds for three different Texas opera companies. After productive discussion, put the results in writing. Rhanda is representative of the enormous movement and flexibility of fundraisers.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 9, 2023

You see, raising money for bricks and mortar is different than fundraising for ongoing operations. You need a different approach so you can successfully raise the money you need, which is probably more than you’ve ever attempted before. Funds raised from a capital campaign are in addition to your regular annual fundraising efforts.

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Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2023

The pressures to maintain and increase gift income mount as the need for programs, services, and benefits escalate during times of inflation and challenging economic realities when more people are struggling. Engage as many members as possible of your nonprofit family in these frank discussions. Are you ahead, on, or behind pace?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 28, 2023

These tips include how to make a planned gift request without making it awkward. Educate and raise awareness : Many donors may not be familiar with planned giving options or how to include your nonprofit in their Will and estate plans. Regularly demonstrate the impact of their planned gift and express your gratitude for their support.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. And the best part of hosting a raffle is that you can combine it with another fundraising event or campaign to raise more money for your cause. You can also raise funds simultaneously by offering tickets to different activities and concessions.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

My last article of this two-part series, “ Nonprofit Giving Trends and Future Fundraising Strategy ,” began a discussion of smart fundraising strategies to take advantage of best practices and current trends. After all, your thank you establishes trust and kick starts your ‘next gift strategy.’ Do you type your signer’s signature?

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

With its billions of users, Facebook has been a beacon for nonprofits—especially small ones—looking to spread the word about their cause and raise funds. Let’s delve into these changes and discuss how you can not only adapt but also leverage them to strengthen your fundraising initiatives. of every $100 you raise.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

You’ll discuss measurable objectives for the team to reach and draft the priorities for each of these objectives. The team meets together again either quarterly or annually (or as frequently as you’d like) to discuss your progress toward each goal and mission impact. The result is discord among teams and a lack of progress.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 16, 2021

For the last three years, I’ve devoted virtually every day to the challenge of training professionals and especially volunteer fundraisers to overcome the fear of asking for gifts for their favorite nonprofits. My specialty is addressing the solicitation of major gifts, particularly from individuals. Blunder No. Blunder No.

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Kindful

JULY 8, 2021

Rated by cost-effectiveness based on the cost to raise a dollar, the two most expensive fundraising strategies are direct mail acquisition and special events. On average you spend 50 cents for each dollar you raise at a special event. . Raising awareness” doesn’t pay the bills or cover your overhead. Shutting down the party .

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Candid

MARCH 21, 2024

2022 assets and gifts down from 2021 but up from 2020 As widespread investment losses in 2022 impacted asset bases across the field, 84% of the community foundations in the survey reported some level of year-over-year decline in assets, with a median drop of 11%. Still, at $112.7 billion, total assets in 2022 were well above 2020 totals.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 20, 2023

This year they’ve sent me some expensive mailings, and a couple of appeals asking me via letter to renew my gift or consider increasing it to $7,500. I love the mission, but wonder if my gift really matters to them. Maybe my gift would make a larger impact elsewhere? I don’t know what to do. You, them, and their constituents.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

I’ve heard that to be a major gift officer you have to have access to people with money, be comfortable socializing with them, and speak their language. Another aspect of the discussion is the business case for hiring for fundraising success. Another aspect of the discussion is the business case for hiring for fundraising success.

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Achieve

JUNE 8, 2023

You start discussing your goals with donors, but they don’t understand why you’re asking for such large gifts. They’ll shape the entire campaign, from the specific fundraising goal you seek to raise, to the case for support you develop and discuss with donors. What should you do instead? Everyone’s excited to get started.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

Development staff, and even development board committees, are shoved to a corner and ordered to “go raise money.” Both outright (annual and major gifts) and deferred (legacy gifts). It costs from 5 to 25 cents on the dollar to renew current donors and/or generate major, capital and legacy gifts from individuals.

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CauseVox

MAY 4, 2021

Raising More With Less Effort With Peer-to-Peer Fundraising On CauseVox. CauseVox actually allowed us to bring in more donations because it was easy for our fundraisers to sign up, easy for our donors to make a gift, and easy for us to manage the administrative end. CauseVox made it easy.

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Achieve

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

In this article, we’ll discuss one of the most impactful tactics for improving your donation page: adding more giving options. By accepting additional payment methods and giving donors opportunities to increase their gifts’ impact, you’ll engage more donors and boost your fundraising success. Let’s dive in!

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sgEngage

JULY 6, 2022

They can be powerful voices when they advocate or raise money for your nonprofit. You can create groups, create advertisements, raise money, and more. If they say yes, offer to have a meeting with them to discuss the potential options to get more involved. Ask them to host a webinar or create a video discussing your mission.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

billion was raised in the U.S., and raised around $90.88 2021 was a bad year for gifts given as bequests. With corporate giving rising this much, it’s important to have a plan to pursue corporate gifts in the form of grants, sponsorships, or partnerships. The subsector raised approximately $135.78 percent growth.

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ASU Lodestar Center

MARCH 2, 2012

As part of a continuing weekly series, each Friday we invite a nonprofit scholar or practitioner to highlight current nonprofit research reports or studies and discuss how they can inform and improve day-to-day practice. The type of thank you did not appear to depend on the size of my gift. Welcome to Research Friday !

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

In fact, 60–80% of all fundraising revenue is raised through direct mail. 17–31% of Nonprofit Revenue is Raised in December December is a crucial time for fundraisers. Nonprofits tend to raise 17–31% online in December—a whopping 25% of their total online revenue. Donors want to know the specific impact their gift will make.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 22, 2022

What Dr. Russell brings to the discussion table is the notion that the way many organizations treat folks in the fundraising role makes it impossible for them to do their work effectively. The fundraiser is put in a corner, told to go raise money, and punished if they don’t. The goal is not “to raise $X amount.” Because… money.

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CauseVox

JULY 14, 2022

At its heart, a capital campaign is a targeted fundraising effort that aims to raise large amounts of funds for a specific project or purpose. Generally you’ll be running your campaign for somewhere between six months and a year to raise the funds you need. That includes: Board members Community leaders Staff members Major gift donors.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 16, 2019

You don’t raise funds just to meet goals. You raise funds to transform treatments, strengthen community health, educate clinical staff and so much more. Discuss how you can shore up areas that need it. To keep it simple, this is your institution’s WHY. It’s for the WHY.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 29, 2020

Changing Higher Ed Episode 43: Raising Money for Universities during COVID with Scott Roberts and Tim Hill . How are they able to raise money? This could include an online panel discussion involving the leaders of the institution. Restricted vs. Unrestricted Gifts. And how can they pivot to virtual events?

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

You see, your annual fundraising plan is a treasure map that leads you to the exact activities that will raise the most money for your nonprofit over the course of the coming year. What did it cost you to raise that money in terms of expenses and time? Aim to raise at least four times what you spend on an event. What worked?

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Yet for all that may be different between organizations, shared fundraising challenges seem to endure, especially when it comes to identifying more opportunities for major gifts. The characteristics of a strong major gift prospect do not materialize out of thin air just because they make their first $1,000 gift.

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