The Fundraising Authority
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
This is a two part article on how to create fundraising systems for your nonprofit. In Part 1, we will talk about what fundraising systems are and why they are important for development. In Part 2, we will show you how to create systems at your organization. One Seriously Stressed Out Nonprofit. Let me tell you a story. It’s about a nonprofit I once worked with.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022
Ask any nonprofit fundraiser if he or she wants to increase the results of their fundraising efforts and you’ll get a resounding “yes”! The next question, of course, is how? The answer is in understanding your goal and audience, and then matching your pitch to the prospect. In other words, you create donor journeys. . If you’ve never done so, developing donor journeys (also known as donor journey mapping) can feel like quite an undertaking.
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NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
One of the most important roles a nonprofit can play is that of grantmaker. And, while there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to crafting a successful grantmaking strategy, there are a handful of key strategies that any nonprofit can deploy.
.orgSource
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Remember Blockbuster? Technology eats business models for breakfast. In 2016, I wrote a post titled, “Could Membership Organizations Become a Dying Model?” This article still has a top slot in my site’s analytics. It seems the question isn’t settled. But time and technology have me looking at the issue through a different lens. Six years […]. The post Digital Strategists, Innovators, and Drivers Build a Relevant Future appeared first on.orgSource.
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As the pandemic advanced, we were keenly aware of the apprehension and pain throughout our community. Clients and colleagues contacted us with questions about managing revenue shortfall, introducing new technology, and preparing for changing membership patterns. When we seek input on critical issues, members of.orgCommunity, our networking and education organization, are an invaluable resource.
Association Analytics
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
The post How Associations Can Leverage the Power of Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Association Analytics.
Nonprofit Technology brings together the best content for nonprofit technical enthusiasts from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
The Fundraising Authority
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
An organization’s annual fundraising appeal letter is a yearly letter that gets sent out to your current donors asking for general operating funds for your nonprofit organization. It usually gets sent to every donor in your donor file (or at least, every donor that has been active over the past several years) and normally gets sent out around the same time each year (the time of year differs by nonprofit, but once you pick a time of year, you normally stick with it).
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 25, 2022
At the end of each year, Nonprofit Tech for Good suggests which digital marketing and fundraising trends nonprofits should prioritize in the following year [ read the 2022 trends ]. In 2023, traditional digital marketing and fundraising strategies, such as email marketing and monthly giving programs will continue to perform well, but new social media platforms and fundraising tools will likely become more widely adopted by nonprofits worldwide.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
GiveSmart Donor CRM is a new, modern, user-friendly tool to make donor management efficient and easy for nonprofits like yours. In this webinar, the GiveSmart team will touch on GiveSmart Donor CRM’s comprehensive features, including automations, donor tracking, donor scoring, search capabilities, reporting, custom fields, rock-solid security, and more!
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
If you’re planning a major campaign for your organization, there are a few essential resources you’ll need on hand to help guide the process and give your team a clear view of its trajectory and goals. If we had to choose the very most.
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Organizations like yours are increasingly realizing that technology adoption is only as good as the technology you choose. Statistics from a 2014 NTEN study show that seriously investing resources in training for your staff corresponds to higher adoption and ultimately technology effectiveness. In this report, we’ll give you a high-level overview of how to get your organization in shape for technology adoption and best practices for facilitating this critical process.
Nimble AMS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Is your association technologically prepared for 2023? Perhaps you’ve noticed a growing divide between your staff and their ability to leverage your current tech stack. Investing in innovative software solutions will help to modernize your employee work culture , streamlining crucial staff processes and alleviating inefficiencies. Modern software is also key to enhancing the member experience, boosting retention, and attracting new members.
Qgiv
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Kate Kramer is the Partner Marketing Manager at Bloomerang. She has over 15 years of development and marketing experience. In her previous role as Foundation Manager for the VRMC Foundation, she managed the annual giving programs, assisted and oversaw the annual budget and marketing plans, and managed a major gift donor portfolio of over 150 donors.
The Fundraising Authority
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
The following is an excerpt from our class How to Find New Major Donors and Get Them to Give to Your Non-Profit. Who qualifies as a major donor prospect for your organization? As you are looking for donors to make contact with and insert into your fundraising funnel, you don’t want to waste time. Who can you truly call a “major donor prospect?” Far too many organizations reply “everyone is a prospect” or “everyone with enough money is a prospect.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
If your nonprofit is thinking about planning a golf fundraiser in 2023—whether it’s a brand new event or an established tournament—there are a few simple steps to take right now to make sure your outing is set up for success. 1. Start With Technology. The right technology tools are key to easy planning and successful execution of a golf fundraiser. Because golf events have unique components—like handicaps, flighting, hole assignments, scoring—having a platform that’s specifically designed for go
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Association executives—and hopefully their boards—know that they are facing perilous times. Driven by the pace of cultural and technological change, they are experiencing major disruptions in the traditional business models that used to guide organizational growth strategies.orgSource offers a straightforward approach to navigating these changes and readying your organization for growth.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Melissa’s Donor Look-alike Report provides demographic elements to help you focus on your ideal target audience and reach more donors just like your best ones. Simply upload your file — we’ll analyze it, match specific criteria to your records and send you the results. You can then order a list of prospects that closely match your best ones, or fine-tune the criteria to meet your needs.
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
The BEST Online Payment Processing for Nonprofits: Our Top 18 Picks If you want to collect donations online (and you do!), you’re going to need an online payment processor. Payment processors are a key piece of setting up your online payment.
Nimble AMS
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Member scoring is a crucial topic for organizations because providing superior member experience drives all associations. Unfortunately, the topic of member engagement strategy can also be overwhelming. Your association might just be getting started with member scoring. Or perhaps you’re looking for tips to create a unique member engagement formula. .
One Cause
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
The post Introducing the Future of Fundraising appeared first on OneCause.
As part of building a new supporter journey (from making a one-time donation to becoming a sustaining supporter), The Denan Project set out to shorten the time between the first donation and the recurring donations.
The Fundraising Authority
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Do you ever find yourself, your team, or your board of directors saying things like: “If we could just get this one big grant, we’d be set for the year!”. Or, “I think we should hold a huge gala event. If we raise everything we need now, we can focus on programs later.”. Or, “I keep trying to set up a meeting with that big donor. Why won’t he meet with me?
Nonprofit Tech for Good
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
You’ve probably heard how important individual donors are to the sustainability of your nonprofit organization. For an early-stage organization, though, knowing how to get started can feel like an overwhelming task. In this free webinar , you’ll better understand why individual donors are important to your mission, where to find prospects, how to get your first donations, and what to do once you receive donations to retain a strong donor base. << Register Now >> Please Note
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
In the digital age, social proof has more importance than ever. The fear of supporting an organization that doesn’t make an impact is a primary concern for donors. So, the concept of social proof counters those concerns.
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
Your association’s members go through many steps in their membership journey before signing up. This journey can be long (and often expensive) which is why associations think carefully about what steps they can take to retain the members who.
Nimble AMS
SEPTEMBER 23, 2022
Is your association innovative? Are you increasing staff productivity through AI and predictive analytics or are you sticking to your values by highlighting your member benefits? “Innovator” might currently be a buzzword, but your organization should still be striving to blaze technological trails and deliver superior member value. . To drive innovation within your association, leaders will need to become problem solvers , prioritizing new opportunities and adopting flexible practices across t
Donorbox
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Social media has become a primary way for nonprofits to reach larger audiences and share their story. Now, platforms like Instagram have also made it easy for nonprofits to include several ways to promote their organizations and raise funds. Instagram fundraising can involve adding a donate button or sticker or fundraising on Instagram Live, and […].
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to ask donors to pay associated credit card fees with purchases and donations. . Dear Charity Clairity, We would like to “pass on the fees” (as opposed to absorbing fees) for purchasing of tickets and sponsorships for our Gala.
CauseVox
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
In 2021, organizations worldwide shattered previous donation records raising $2.7 billion online on GivingTuesday. At CauseVox, our goal is to help you break your own fundraising records on GivingTuesday with less time and effort. With GivingTuesday coming up on November 29th this year, we know you’re working on a short timeline to make this year’s GivingTuesday the best one yet, so we’re going to show you how you can make a big impact in a short amount of time.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
Remember, in a down economy, recurring gifts may be the best way for donors to continue their support as they can afford smaller gifts. Donors want to continue to help. The more you do to let them know this is an option, the more donors will consider it.
Wild Apricot
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Ah, Giving Tuesday. This international day of giving is a nonprofit’s dream, but there sure is a lot of competition with other organizations! In order to make Giving Tuesday your most profitable day of the year, it’s so important to get.
Nimble AMS
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Your members want to connect. The Community Brands 2022 Association Trends Study reports that the first reason members join associations is to network, and the sixth is to socialize. Is your association maximizing the reach of your online community? With proper practice, your organization can leverage your virtual community to drive engagement, boost retention, and attract new members. .
Cloud 4 Good
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
No line of code or predictive model can project the exact when and where of the next unexpected event that alters an institution’s ability to deliver business as usual. But if the pressure test of 2020 has taught us anything, it is that we must be prepared. Figuratively speaking, what could be the next pandemic? A fire, earthquake, or another climate event?
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
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