Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

“Are we going to have dinner now or try to get this list created before we eat?” I ask my two association colleagues nervously. It’s getting dangerously close to 8pm and I know that I need to eat dinner soon. Depending on the time of year, it was not unheard of to stay until 11pm. This was a familiar conversation in our small association where a handful of key employees worked well into many evenings compiling data from multiple sources.

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Donorbox

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Fundraising events are popular with nonprofits and charities for a reason. In addition to bringing in important funds, these different types of fundraisers can create great momentum with new and existing donors, leading to more event conversions. And they can be feel-good ways to connect with more of your community! In this article, we’ll look […] The post 7 Best Types of Fundraisers for Success with Your Events appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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The Sponsorship Collective

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Podcasts continue to be big business as the 2020s get underway, and more podcast hosts than ever have broadened their search to find sponsors. However, they can be far-removed from what they think a sponsor wants versus what they truly want. What do podcast sponsors wish you knew before reaching out? Here are 5 things […] The post 5 Things Podcast Sponsors Wish You Knew appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

&nbsp Ever wondered how to set and hit your annual fundraising projections with ease and confidence? &nbsp Join Linda B. Haley, CFRE, President and CEO of Let’s Build Hope as she shares simple yet concrete methods to set and meet your fundraising goals while educating leaders and board members about what is feasible. You’ll receive basic tools and techniques that will ensure that you have the donors, staff, and methodology to back up your assumptions – it’s a win-win for everyone!

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Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks. Through a comprehensive analysis of industry data, experts argue that there is a direct correlation between donor burnout, donor retention, and the talent retention crisis.

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The Sponsorship Collective

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Another dealbreaker that kills any sponsorship deal in a jiffy is sending your sponsorship proposal right away. Many sponsorship seekers use their proposal like a resume. They talk and talk about what they achieved in the proposal. By focusing more on that, they miss the opportunity to share detailed audience data and rich activations and […] The post Sending Your Sponsorship Proposal Early appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Forum One

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

So your government agency needs a new brand? A strong, memorable brand can help a government agency stand out and communicate its values, mission, and services effectively to the public. Think about the iconic NASA logos over the years, classic and recognizable. While both government agencies and mission-driven agencies aim to establish a strong visual and editorial style in the process of creating a new or updated brand, government agencies present unique challenges and opportunities.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Donors are your nonprofit’s greatest resource. The Q2 2022 Fundraising Effectiveness Project paints a concerning picture. From January to June 2022, the number of donors declined by 7%, and overall donor retention decreased by 4.2% year over year. Additionally, retention rates for first-time donors declined from 25.3% in 2016 to 19.3% in 2020 , according to nonprofit organizations surveyed by the Association for Fundraising Professionals.

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Donorbox

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

When parishioners give to your church, they may expect a tax deduction letter. The IRS says that donors can only claim a tax deduction with a record of their gift. Today, more people are giving online, and churches can track how much attendees provide at one-time and throughout the year. Therefore, sending a church tax […] The post How to Write a Flawless Church Tax Deduction Letter [+ Samples] appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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DonorPerfect

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

There are plenty of reasons why nonprofit organizations approach major donors with caution – specifically high net worth individuals (HNWI), or even billionaires like Bill Gates. While it is true that spending time and energy on these monumental gifts can give pause to newer and smaller nonprofits, it isn’t as scary as fundraisers once thought. Read More » The post The Case for Creating a High Net-Worth Donor Engagement Plan appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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The Sponsorship Collective

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

When trying to get your foot in the door and land a discovery session, having an “in” helps tremendously. You won’t have to get looped back to the receptionist and cut through layers of red tape to talk to someone within the sponsorship division at a company. However, I recognize that it’s not always possible […] The post Cold Email Strategies for Podcast Sponsorship appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key. In this webinar with expert Tim Sarrantonio, you’ll learn the fundamental steps to create an immersive and personalized online giving experience for your donors.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Donations and Pledges, Part 2 appeared first on Bloomerang.

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The Sponsorship Collective

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Imagine this: your event or program just wrapped up for another ultra-successful year. You’re exhausted but satisfied. It’s time to rest, right? Absolutely not! It’s time to begin searching for sponsors all over again to ensure you have enough for next year’s event. It’s not like you haven’t had sponsors before, but they’re all single-year […] The post Multiyear Sponsorship Agreements appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Quickbooks and Bloomerang: A Match Made In Heaven (Seriously!) appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Database Management, Part 2 appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Advertiser: Digital Ocean

Effectively managing cloud technology is getting more complex. From cybersecurity concerns, vendor lock-in, cost increases, or lack of transparency on costs, it can quickly get out of control. Knowing what you can control and finding a platform that’s built with nonprofits in mind is key.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Working with Constituents Part 2 appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Donations and Pledges, Part 1 appeared first on Bloomerang.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The post Bloomerang + DonorSearch: Making Your Data Work for You appeared first on Bloomerang.

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