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Tips for Creating Compelling Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Email Content

NonProfit PRO

There are a lot of effective ways to communicate with your peer-to-peer fundraising participants, such as social media, apps and push notifications, SMS and direct mail – to name a few. But email is still king.

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Smart Sourcing Puts the World of IT Talent Within Reach

.orgSource

If you recently discovered that your IT bench is missing some important players, you are not alone. As increasing numbers of organizations move toward digital transformation or to strengthen data security, there is a shortage of talent to take them where they need to go. Outsourcing, once a stopgap solution, has become smart sourcing, and […].

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Ready to Declutter Your Digital Life?

The MatrixFiles

It’s a new year and with a new year comes new year’s resolutions. Many of us resolve to tidy up our closets and garages. This past holiday season, I decided to declutter my digital life. Here’s what I ended up doing: Cleared my Email. I have unlimited storage in Gmail, which is a good thing and a bad thing. To be honest, I had a lot of unread emails, mostly promotional and social emails, but still.

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How to (Finally) Make Analytics a Priority

Association Analytics

The post How to (Finally) Make Analytics a Priority appeared first on Association Analytics.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

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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$1.1B Raised on Nonprofit Giving Platform, Classy, in 2021

NonProfit PRO

Classy, a giving platform that enables nonprofits to connect supporters with the causes they care about, announced that its nonprofit customers collectively raised more than $1.1 billion on the Classy platform in 2021.

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Start-up Marketing: How To Do It Right

Byte Technology

A start-up is the most challenging and rewarding project for a marketing agency. With their business plan in hand, Flourish Medical + Wellness came knocking on our door (virtually). We were asked to design and develop a website and create a strategic marketing plan. They had a very clear vision, which is so helpful. They also had a few branding elements like a logo, color scheme, tagline, and business card.

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New Year, New You: How to (Finally) Make Analytics a Priority – 1/19/22

Association Analytics

The post New Year, New You: How to (Finally) Make Analytics a Priority – 1/19/22 appeared first on Association Analytics.

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Reverse Board Inaction With Informative Reports 

NonProfit PRO

During the meeting — and this may be the only activity that happens at the meeting — there will be reports. Sometimes it feels like one report after another with an occasional question thrown-in and some member moving, and then the board votes to accept the report. And then, the meeting is over. Is this what you really signed up for?

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Five fundraising trends to capitalize on in 2022

Candid

Reposted from the Candid Learning blog. In 2021, the social sector mastered the art of resilience. We saw countless organizations craft donation experiences that not only sustained a year-plus pandemic but set new standards for fundraising excellence. So what’s still ahead? Discover 5 fundraising trends the social sector should capitalize on in 2022.

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Why Fundraisers Should Offer People An Opportunity To Give

Bloomerang

Don’t think of yourself as a “fundraiser.” That sounds like it’s all about money. And money is one of the top taboo topics in our society. Think of yourself, instead, as a “ philanthropy facilitator.” That makes it about love. “Philanthropy” translated from the Greek literally means “ love (philos) of humanity (Anthropos).” . When you ask for a philanthropic gift you’re coming from a place of love , inviting donors to join you. .

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

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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Answer these 6 questions to frame your fundraising plan structure

Get Fully Funded

Drafting a fundraising plan can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time and you have no fundraising plan structure. In other words, you have no format, no template, and no idea where to start. I get it. I’ve been there. But if you want to fully fund your nonprofit, you simply must have a plan. You can’t wing your way to success. I guarantee you that every nonprofit you see raising big bucks has a plan.

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Strong Relationships Build Major Donor Fundraising Success

NonProfit PRO

As a profession, fundraisers constantly spend a great deal of money on training, education and consultants to learn various techniques to improve performance and results. One can never sit on their laurels.

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Fundraising is not debate club

Hands on Fundraising

I bought a rowing machine last Christmas. It’s still causing arguments. ~John Thompson Full disclosure: I was not in a debate club. I would have been sliced and diced in moments, as I tried to find common ground so everyone could be nice to each other. Take a look at the fundraising mail making its […]. The post Fundraising is not debate club appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Yes, You Can Still Fundraise In January. Here Are 3 Ways To Get Started.

Bloomerang

Traditionally, January isn’t a very lucrative month for fundraising. Why? Donors who just made a donation to your nonprofit during the end-of-year giving season might not think you need another donation from them so soon after they made their last gift. They also might have stretched their budgets for holiday gifts and travel and don’t have as much to give as they would during other times of year.

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Nonprofits Are Leveraging the Cloud, but Does It Have to Be So Complex?

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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Why It’s Time to Rename our Sector from Nonprofit to For-Impact

Saleforce Nonprofit

If this post’s catchy subject line made you click to read it, we just proved that when it comes to marketing, the words we choose make all the difference. So if messaging is so important, why is the nonprofit sector referred to by a tax code assigned by the IRS 100 years ago? Can we agree that we are put at a disadvantage when we describe ourselves as what we are not?

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An Upward Cycle: Fending Off Donor Fatigue With Innovation

NonProfit PRO

Donor fatigue is a slow burn. Whether it manifests itself through a dwindling regular contribution, a shift in finances, a loss of inspiration, event support or an unforeseen reason, a once-enthusiastic financial contributor may come to a point where they’re just not as interested as they used to be.

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How to Write Your Best Sponsorship Proposal Yet 

The Sponsorship Collective

If there’s one area of sponsorship that I find myself going over again and again with clients, it’s the sponsorship proposal. I don’t blame my clients in the slightest; proposals are tricky. You need to write them a certain way, then you also must be aware of when the right time is to send them. […]. The post How to Write Your Best Sponsorship Proposal Yet appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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5 Tips To Cultivate A People First Culture In Your Nonprofit Workplace

Bloomerang

You may have heard the term “people first culture” here and there, but what does it really mean? Inc.com describes the term as the following: . “People-first cultures are rooted in a philosophy that values people over profits. The ironic twist is that when employees are valued as whole individuals and provided the opportunity for well-being, connection, and fulfillment, companies are generally more innovative, resilient, and even profitable.” .

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Nonprofit Technology Kick Start: Free World Class Board Meeting Software

Looking for cost reductions for your nonprofit? Why not consider modernizing with a digital board management system that's designed to work with remote meetings, with immediate cost reductions if you still distribute paper packets to members? Get going in less than an hour on a fully hosted cloud solution built on the latest technology that runs on any device - from desktops to tablets and smartphones - without any installation.

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5 Ways to Transform Your Donor Base into a Close-Knit Community

DonorPerfect

Fundraising is in the middle of a paradigm shift. For a long time, fundraisers have relied on donor-centric strategies that focus on their organization’s interpersonal relationship with a donor and speak to the personal reasons a donor gives. With new generations of donors springing to action in recent years, they bring with them a new Read More ». The post 5 Ways to Transform Your Donor Base into a Close-Knit Community appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Giving Season is Over. Now it’s Time to Optimize

NonProfit PRO

While the giving season is over, it doesn't mean giving has to end. So, if you want to raise more money throughout the year, you should optimize your donation process to make it as engaging and seamless as possible. But, how can you tell if your donation process sets you up for success and how can it be improved? To help you answer these questions, we created the “Fundraising Optimizer.

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7 Out-of-the-Box Sponsorship Activation Ideas for Your Next Sponsorship Program 

The Sponsorship Collective

Recently, I shared a post chock full of awesome (if I do say so myself) motorsport activation ideas. This week, I thought I’d broaden the horizons and divulge some truly unique activations for nearly any area of sponsorship. What are they? Here are 7 out-of-the-box sponsorship activation ideas: Pop-up shop Cool-down zone Interactive games Scannable […].

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How can employee engagement strategies ensure nonprofit success?

ASU Lodestar Center

Illustration by Yuxin Qin. posted by Sabrina Esquivel Spring 2021 Alumna, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. No matter the industry, success is made possible by the individuals hired to achieve results. Employees are frontline; their talents and efforts determine success within any organization. Employees choose specific nonprofit organizations because they have a personal connection or emotional attachment to the nonprofits mission.

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Donor Engagement Guide: 8 Key Steps to Better Retain and Engage Donors

Are your donors your biggest fans, or are you lacking donor loyalty? The truth is, your donors have expectations of what their relationship with your organization should look like. This ebook will help you learn how to live up to those expectations!

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Free Social Media Scheduling Tools for Nonprofits

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes Free Social Media Scheduling Tools for Nonprofits. Unless you have a dedicated social media manager at your nonprofit, you know that routinely sharing your stories on social media can take up a lot of your time. And, if we’re all being honest, posting often doesn’t make it to the top of your to-do list.

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How a Planned Giving Program Can Increase Fundraising Now

NonProfit PRO

Most nonprofit leaders are reluctant to start a planned giving program because they don’t see the immediate value. The thinking is, “Why should I create a program that won’t benefit the organization for another 10 to 15 years?” But, hold on. That actually isn’t true. .

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The post-interview email: Templates and advice

Charity Village

Job hunting isn’t easy. In fact, it can sometimes feel like a never-ending marathon. So, once you finish your interview, it often feels like the last stretch is over. However, there are still several steps that job hunters can do post-interview to remain active in the hiring process. This article provides job seekers with a […]. The post The post-interview email: Templates and advice appeared first on CharityVillage.

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New for 2022 – How to Write Your Best Sponsorship Proposal Yet 

The Sponsorship Collective

If there’s one area of sponsorship that I find myself going over again and again with clients, it’s the sponsorship proposal. I don’t blame my clients in the slightest; proposals are tricky. You need to write them a certain way, then you also must be aware of when the right time is to send them. […]. The post New for 2022 – How to Write Your Best Sponsorship Proposal Yet appeared first on The Sponsorship Collective.

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Nonprofit Technology Adoption: Why It Matters and How to Be Successful

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.

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Webinar: Creating a Legacy Giving Program in 5 Simple Steps

DipJar

Legacy giving programs can feel overwhelming, but when you know the step-by-step process of how to create one from scratch or grow the one you have, it’s easier than you think. Join Legacy Giving expert strategist and philanthropic advisor Lori Kranczer, JD, CAP , as she walks you through the areas to focus on, how to develop engaging communications that lead to legacy conversations, reduce the time between cultivation and closing a gift, and set up a process that becomes the structure of

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Amplification Marketing: What Is It? Why Employ It?

NonProfit PRO

Do you want to know the singular metric that will excite your nonprofit leaders? It’s high engagement. So amplification marketing is an essential method for you to grow your brand’s reach in the community through your marketing efforts.

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Canada Summer Jobs 2022: Application period for employers has begun

Charity Village

The Government of Canada has announced the launch of the employer application period for the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) 2022 program. CSJ is a long-standing Government of Canada program that strives to help youth (15–30 years of age) obtain their first summer work experience. The program provides opportunities for youth to develop and improve their skills within the not-for-profit, […].

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Quick bites: 2021 End-of-Year Fundraising

M+R

Read time: 4 minutes. December is for two things: cooking great big extravagant feasts, and using every tool at our disposal to raise money. And the thing is, both of these activities expose our fundamental impatience — whether we’re sneaking a quick taste of pre-baked cookie dough or frantically hitting refresh on our fundraising results. . We’re carrying that energy into 2022.

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Achieving Organizational Transformation: Pathways to Success

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.