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Example Fundraising Scripts to Use When Asking for Donations

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Making fundraising calls can be nerve-wracking, but it helps to have a plan in the form of a fundraising script. In this guide, we’ll offer some tips and sample scripts you can use when calling donors to request a face-to-face meeting or directly request donations. Why and when to use a script for fundraising.

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How To Do A Donor Cultivation Event

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Considering doing a donor cultivation event ? According to fundraising expert and author Penelope Burk, 67% of respondents attending a donor cultivation event credited it as the reason why they made their gift. . The number one thing donors want is to know they make a difference. Why should you do a donor cultivation event?

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The Secret Way To Boost Year-End Gifts

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Before you ask, tell your donors the impact they made this year. Your communications are a mirror to your donors. Host a thank-a-thon Put simply, this is when you gather a group of volunteers (preferably board members) to call and thank donors. Here’s the simple, three ingredient recipe for a great donor thank-a-thon : 1.

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7 “Must Do’s” When Thanking Donors To Win Their Heart and Set Up Future Gifts

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There are two parts to thanking donors: Connecting with the donor’s brain by providing a gift receipt and more importantly, touching the donor’s heart by letting them know they are heroes for giving to your organization’s cause. But there is so much more to properly thanking donors. A perfect thank-you letter does both.

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A Quick Guide to Creating a Nonprofit Podcast: 5 Steps

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A few topics you might consider for your nonprofit podcast include: Nonprofit news Marketing tips Volunteer management Donor stewardship Corporate partnerships Donor-advised funds Grant preparation Capital campaigns Nonprofit sustainability On top of the podcast topic, you should also decide on its format. Pop filters and windscreens.

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

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Major donors make a major impact on your nonprofit, but it can be a bit scary to ask major donors for a donation. If you’re new to major donor work, you know what I mean. And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. Don’t try to wing a visit with a major donor.

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What Hocus Pocus Can Teach You About Major Gift Fundraising

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Steward donors and encourage them to become loyal to your organization. . Well, donor loyalty is the biggest factor in determining and stewarding potential major donors. The donors who are most active and engaged with your organization are your best major donor prospects. . Take good care of Dani, Max.

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