Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

It is tempting to allow board members to skip fundraising, but this useful list is designed to give board members a wide range of tasks they can choose from to support the financial growth of your organization, and only a few involve directly asking for money. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 2, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes From Stories to Support: The Nonprofit’s Guide to Acquiring and Using Testimonials Imagine harnessing the power of authentic stories to attract new supporters, boost credibility, and inspire people to rally behind your nonprofit’s cause. This widespread use maximizes their impact.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Contributing memorial donations is a meaningful way to honor someone’s life after they’ve passed away. Your nonprofit should have a clear strategy for managing memorial donations and building relationships with donors and the family of the deceased. Managing memorial donations requires sensitivity and thoughtfulness.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

These best practices serve as a foundation for your online fundraising campaigns, but much of your nonprofit’s success also depends upon the service you choose to process your online donations and the design and frequency of your e-newsletter. Make Your Donate Now Button Stand Out from Your Website’s Color Scheme.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. 1) Implement Donation Page Best Practices. 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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Gone are the days of list acquisitions and swapping of mailing lists. They are not places where individuals go first to seek out information about a cause or to make a donation. Very rarely will folks sign up for a newsletter from a newsletter sign-up form upon first glance.

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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. Warm up your donors and remind them that their support matters — that you matter. August and September are the ideal months to update your supporters.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Fundraising is a year-round concern for nonprofit organizations, delivering the critical donations and contributions they need to keep their operations running. Given the high cost of new donor acquisition, the best course of action may be to focus on the supporters you already have and get them more involved in your mission.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 4, 2020

This means that your year-end giving effort should have a theme, a look and feel, and its own mini-case for support. My suggestions are: Include information about your year-end giving campaign in all of your regularly scheduled newsletters during the final two months of the year (including e-newsletters). Why do you need it?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 7, 2024

Your real test lies in converting these opens into donations. If you’ve got a regular email newsletter, it sets the stage — the tone — for the rest of the emails you’ll send. Your “Away” Message What message does your supporter receive when you’re out of the office? A clean list yields better supporter interactions.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The first step for any nonprofit, is to either build or buy a constituent relationship management system (CRM) to create a history of each supporter, recording their donations, if they volunteered, attended your event, or even sent you an email! email, snail mail, fax, phone, etc.). email, snail mail, fax, phone, etc.).

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 24, 2020

An astute reader e-mailed me after the article was published to remind me that I forgot one important piece of the puzzle: stewarding donors after they give. Using newsletters, e-mails , videos, podcasts, websites, non-ask events , etc. You can give them an award, recognize them at an event, profile them in a newsletter, etc.

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Candid

APRIL 6, 2023

This approach involves supporters raising funds on behalf of a nonprofit by reaching out to their family, friends, colleagues, and others in their network. Not only does it allow nonprofits to expand their donor base; it also enables them to engage with their existing supporters in a more personal and meaningful way.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 18, 2013

Today, this font size and large quantity of content would visually overwhelm supporters and donors. e-Newsletter :: By 2008 nonprofits were beginning to understand and harness the power of e-mail marketing for online fundraising, branding, and cause awareness. World Wildlife Fund :: March 15, 2010.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 7, 2016

You may have an e-newsletter list that includes all donors and supporters, another list specifically for repeat donors, and another list for supporters who have not yet donated. Promote an online contest and offer free giveaways where signing up for your e-newsletter is required to enter. Host free webinars.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 8, 2023

Because email is such an important tool for nonprofits, growing your email list is a great way to ensure more supporters and potential supporters receive your message. How can you grow your nonprofit email list in a sustainable way that keeps fake contacts out and keeps supporters subscribed and engaged?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to recognize and steward tribute donors: Dear Charity Clairity, Our small organization has been around for many years, but we have only just recently begun receiving donations “in memory of a loved one in lieu of flowers” for example. What would you suggest?

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 15, 2021

Thank you letters have long been seen by many fundraisers as “gottados” – one of those things you just “gotta do” to get to the real work of fundraising, like writing newsletters and having lunches with major donors at great restaurants downtown. As I sat here this morning opening the mail, I came across your generous donation.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

A common misconception among newer nonprofit professionals is that every campaign or event is meant to attract new donors and donations. The longer a donor gives to your organization, the more time you have to build meaningful relationships that will reinforce their long-lasting support. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Collecting registrations online means there’s no need to track down and manage mailed registration forms, checks, and receipts; search for information in multiple spreadsheets, emails, and handwritten notes; or enter and re-enter registrant information. You’ll want to get on the radar of your supporters as early as possible.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Recognize past support There’s a phenomenon in psychology called the “foot in the door” phenomenon. Reminding that donor of their past support also triggers a feeling of responsibility and commitment. Instead, you should offer a range of options on your donation form, based on that person’s giving history.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach to direct mail. Donor acquisition is the process of attracting new supporters and convincing them to donate to your cause through marketing efforts. Supporters should clearly understand what you do to aid beneficiaries and further your mission.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

A lot of times these calls will result in voice-mail messages, but that’s okay because the message will still leave a strong impression. I like monthly e-newsletters that combine brief stories and compelling photos. You receive plenty of form letters and email, but how many handwritten notes do you receive through the mail?

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 25, 2021

Small nonprofits saw a 17% decline in donations during April, May, and June 2020 compared to the prior year. The outlook for nonprofits in 2021 and 2022 seeking more donations is optimistic—this is especially true if your nonprofit is flexible and willing to adapt to the online donation ecosystem. Mail stats. Mail stats.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

When you prioritize donor retention when planning and executing your overall fundraising efforts, you gain opportunities to reactivate lapsed donors and build lasting relationships with new donors through direct mail and digital campaigns. Someone who makes a monthly or annual donation is a loyal donor. What is donor retention?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

Create an e-mail signature that includes your website, blog, and social networking links. Purchase.org domain name for website and e-mail addresses. Add e-newsletter and text alert subscribe functionality. Add “Donate Now” button to your home page. 2) e-Newsletter. Select an e-newsletter vendor. 1) Website.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

Each year I select 31 Favorite Nonprofits to which I donate 10% of my webinar income. I realize, however, that much of the reason is due to limitations imposed by the “Donate Now” service provider that they are using. Results: 25 of the 31 nonprofits had the donation process entirely embedded inside their website.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

AI and the growth of subpar supporter communications Nonprofits embraced AI in 2023. Your contributions have allowed us to make significant strides in addressing pressing needs, supporting vital programs, and fostering positive change. Consider how you can reach out personally to include your supporters as the partners they are.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 18, 2023

This will help you understand the types of supporters that are most likely to be interested in your cause and guide your efforts in targeting the right audience. conduct research Gather data on your current supporters Review your nonprofit’s existing data, such as donor records , volunteer information, and past survey results.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 9, 2023

Building strong relationships with existing donors helps your nonprofit access reliable funding to support your programs and projects through any dips in overall giving. This most often looks like a button or checkbox on your online donation page that makes setting up a recurring contribution a one-click process.

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Qgiv

MAY 24, 2023

This means that Millennials may be reaching a point of economic security in which they have enough cash after bills to afford to make more substantial donations. This further reinforces that Millennials want to support charities by giving more than just money. What does this mean for nonprofit organizations?

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It serves as a counterbalance, encouraging people worldwide to give back to their communities and support causes they believe in. The movement leverages the power of social media and collaboration to inspire generosity, making it an opportune time for nonprofits and charitable organizations to engage with their supporters.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

Ask them if they’ll write a brief handwritten note on the next appeal you mail (give them a few sample notes). If they can’t come into the office, send them a bunch of sticky notes to write and mail back to you; insert these into the appropriate envelopes. Your big heart and support means a lot! Your support matters!” “You

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Leverage Multiple Marketing Channels If you want to attract the attention of as many supporters as possible, develop a multichannel marketing strategy. Direct mail: For a more traditional approach, send fundraising flyers , event invitations, and thank-you notes to members of the community through the mail. Problem solve.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Social media can be an extremely effective way to reach new audiences for your nonprofit and secure more donations for your cause. Prioritizing existing donor relationships is important not only for securing donations for future. You can make this request in an email, or you can highlight social media accounts in your newsletter.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2022

To sum up the exciting news, here’s what we learned: Bill Gates is donating $20 billion this month to help the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s endowment increase its spending from $6 billion per year to $9 billion per year. Sign up for their email newsletter. Be prepared to make the most of a generous donation.

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DipJar

JANUARY 21, 2021

The first step to improve your donor relations is to separate your donors into three audiences: New Donors : Donors who have made less than two donations to your organization. Current/Active Donors : These are donors who regularly give or have made at least three donations. New Donors. Build Up to The Ask.

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