Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties. I’d love your feedback on the effectiveness of major donor thank you parties. We previously have had a Presidents Club for our top tier donors, hosting a cocktail party for them at year end.

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EveryAction

JANUARY 25, 2023

Host events Hosting events is another approach to build brand awareness by getting your cause in front of a live audience. For free and budget-friendly events, consider hosting virtually. The post Attract donors and recruit volunteers: free advertising for nonprofits appeared first on EveryAction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2021

By Laura Bucher , Storyteller at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. But there are two things that are certain: social distancing will continue to be a reality and your donors will continue to believe in your mission. Not to worry.

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Qgiv

MARCH 19, 2024

The backbone of sustainability for nonprofits often falls on the generosity of donors! To keep your donors engaged with your mission, it’s important to make them feel appreciated. Donor recognition is one of the best ways to help you retain your donors, but a simple thank-you letter may not always feel like enough.

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Donorbox

JULY 8, 2022

Solicitation mailings, emails, and social media posts have become so common that donors often ignore them. The post How to Host a Thank-a-Thon to Express Your Gratitude to Donors appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. They feel like they’re banks, only being contacted when organizations need money.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Are you struggling to find new donors? With peer-to-peer fundraising, donors raise money on your behalf by leveraging their personal networks. Here are a few tips and best practices for hosting a successful peer-to-peer event. If you’re not sure what kind of event to host, think about what your donors all have in common.

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DonorPerfect

MARCH 22, 2022

To be inclusive of all your donors, your event goals should directly align with your goals as an organization, including DEI. The post How to host Inclusive Fundraising Events for people with disabilities appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Fundraising events have always been a cornerstone of nonprofit organizations’ efforts to engage donors and garner financial support. But these events are not only about maintaining existing relationships; they also provide a unique opportunity to tap into the extended networks of your donors—by attracting their friends to your cause.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Virtual fundraisers can be a great way for nonprofits to raise crucial funds without spending a lot on renting a venue to host an in-person event. With the right technology and a solid strategy, hosting a virtual fundraiser can be extremely lucrative for nonprofit organizations. How to host a virtual fundraiser.

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Candid

MARCH 5, 2024

Given this disadvantage, new nonprofits are typically advised to start with individual donors. So, how can a new nonprofit develop a pool of prospective donors when they’re still building their visibility and reputation? Bring on the board Your other early-stage prospective donors are your board members.

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Charity Village

JULY 19, 2023

Summary: Hosting fundraising events and campaigns is great, but what next? How do you turn event attendees into longtime donors for your organization? But the best part is these tactics will also allow […] The post How to Turn Event Attendees into Long-Term Donors appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Few things are more appealing to a potential donor than a successful constituent story. You should also be ready to email the documents to the funder or donor or answer any additional questions they have as soon as the visit is over. . Include a powerful testimony from someone your nonprofit serves. This post was written by Laurence A.

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Candid

APRIL 23, 2024

When we dig a bit deeper into the data, it becomes clear that a significant portion of that activity was driven by donor-advised funds (DAFs) hosted by community foundations. Donors establish their own funds at a sponsoring organization (such as a community foundation) and can recommend grants from those funds at any time.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2020

With the right strategies and tools, virtual fundraisers have proven to rival even the best in-person fundraising events in terms of revenue, reach and donor engagement. Whether a virtual gala, run/walk, golf tournament, interactive contest or other virtual fundraiser, you can connect with donors and inspire giving.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 14, 2023

Becoming savvier about donor advised funds is a current trend in nonprofit fundraising. As a nonprofit, finding out which donors have a donor-advised fund (DAF) can be challenging since DAF accounts are privately held and not public entities, and because they are managed by sponsoring organizations or financial institutions.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 25, 2023

Bloch School of Management to host its third virtual Power of Philanthropy Summit. Kinetic, a global fundraising consulting company headquartered in Kansas City, MO, is partnering with the UMKC Henry W.

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DonorPerfect

MARCH 25, 2021

Imagine an all-in-one fundraising page where donors can watch, give, engage, celebrate, connect, and share. The post How to Host a Virtual Fundraising Event (with Checklist for Nonprofits) appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs. Turn these fundraising events into high-impact opportunities. Read Read More ».

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Having solid donor engagement strategies in place is important for any nonprofit that wants to inspire generosity in their community and build a base of lifelong supporters. But the world is a noisy place: Donors are bombarded with constant messaging that can drown out a nonprofit’s attempts to reach them.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 14, 2023

That’s because golf tournament fundraisers are a great way to raise money while building relationships with potential donors and volunteers. You don’t need to be an expert golfer or even have any experience hosting golf tournaments before your next fundraising event. You can raise money and awareness at the same time.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 11, 2022

If this sounds like you, maybe it’s time you implement a donor management system, or DMS. I know what you’re thinking – what is a donor management system? A donor management system is like a really big filing cabinet that lives in the cloud and tracks everything about your organization. Host an awesome event.

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Qgiv

JULY 6, 2022

While the most well-known giving day is Giving Tuesday, more and more organizations are looking to partake in other giving days to engage their community of donors and meet their fundraising goals. If you’re not looking to host your own giving day, there are plenty of major giving days you can take part in. What is a giving day?

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

Why should you host a read-a-thon? Read-a-thons are also a great, simple peer-to-peer fundraiser that can help you raise a lot of money without many overhead costs, especially if you host a virtual read-a-thon. How to host a read-a-thon fundraiser. Plan your read-a-thon campaign. Find the right peer-to-peer fundraising platform.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Among these fundraising events, auctions have become a popular option for nonprofits to pursue hosting in a hybrid format. Why should you consider hosting hybrid auctions? How to host a hybrid auction. You’ll be hosting two different auction experiences: an in-person auction and a hybrid auction. Consider logistics.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Proper donor stewardship is vital to your organization hitting its financial campaign goals. Saying “thank you” is t he key to fostering healthy donor relationships. But do your donors know just how much your organization appreciates the m ? We’re here to help you elevate your donor relationship with six valuable tips.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 11, 2024

Free Guide to 15 Hot Outdoor Fundraising Ideas Host outdoor events to keep your donors engaged and giving year-round.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JULY 11, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Keep Your Donors Coming Back: Effective Strategies for Nonprofit Donor Retention and Recurring Gifts Ever wondered how some nonprofits have a dedicated group of repeat donors while others are constantly chasing new ones? The secret lies in mastering donor retention and recurring gifts.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In today’s fundraising world , with dozens of nonprofits competing for donors’ hearts and wallets, it’s important to stand out from a donor relations standpoint. Here are 16 uncommon and practical donor relations tactics that will delight and surprise your donors: 1. Leave a voicemail if they don’t answer.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Simply focus your attention on donor engagement. Whether you’re ready to jump back into in-person fundraising or would rather host a virtual event-free fundraiser , you’ll need tools in place to keep donors’ attention and motivate them to give. Think about the people who make up your community of donors.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Community Brands recently shared donor retention data that reinforced alarming trends that the nonprofit sector has been monitoring for a while. In their survey, they asked nonprofits what their current donor retention rate was: about 60% said they didn’t know and the rest had an average donor retention rate of 45%.

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DonorPerfect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

From running monthly giving programs to hosting fundraising events, a smooth and secure donation process is crucial for nonprofit organizations of any size, because every dollar indeed counts.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Here are our tips for hosting a virtual peer-to-peer event: Tip 1: Make venue options clear to your peer-to-peer fundraising participants. If you’re creating a new event to host virtually , think of a concept that lends itself to online-only participation. Need advice for hosting a virtual silent auction? Learn More.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you’re like every nonprofit on the planet, you’ve got one thing on your mind: acquiring new donors! And with donor retention rates on the decline, new donor acquisition is a constant topic of conversation. We can’t just wish mission-driven donors out of thin air. Let’s think about your non-donor records.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 3, 2023

Trellis recently hosted an insightful webinar called “How to Turn Event Attendees into Longterm Donors,” where we revealed three simple steps to boost your organization’s fundraising efforts. If you missed the live session, don’t worry – you can catch the recording here.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 6, 2023

Text-to-Donate , also sometimes called Text-to-Give or text fundraising , is a tool that allows your nonprofit to receive donations by contacting individuals in your organization’s donor list via text message. Thanking donors for their help shows that you value their support and that their donation is being put to good use.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

But along with fundraising comes the responsibility of engaging donors. After all, your fundraising efforts won’t be successful if you don’t turn community members, social media followers, and website visitors into donors. Only ask for the most important information, such as the donor’s name and email address. Let’s get started!

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It’s a colloquial way of referring to the practice of asking crowdsource or crowdfund donors to make optional contributions beyond their primary donation on platforms like GoFundMe. It’s the default amount they ask of donors to cover site fees. If the donor doesn’t want to tip 15%, it’s not obvious where to zero out the tip.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Installing a robust SSL certificate on your website helps protect confidential contact and financial information when when donors make an online donation and builds trust among users by assuring them that your site is secure. To install SSL certificates on your website, contact your website hosting provider.

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