Candid

MARCH 21, 2024

At first glance, it would be easy to put a gloomy headline on the Council on Foundations ’ most recent CF Insights field survey tracking trends in community foundations’ 2022 asset growth, giving, and the activity of donor-advised funds (DAFs). But again, the 2022 fundraising total is still significantly higher than the 2020 total.

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M+R

JULY 6, 2021

Thanks to our friends at Rally and 55 generous, wonderful, kindhearted UK-based charities, we are able to share insights based on the unique experience and results of UK organisations this past year. Some headlines remained the same for US and UK-based organisations: Like in the US, online revenue was way up in 2020 for UK groups.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 19, 2017

I’m going to share 7 insanely easy online fundraising ideas that are making a huge impact for nonprofits. Then I’ll break down how you can apply 6 additional nonprofit fundraising strategies to grow your revenues TODAY. 7 Online Fundraising Ideas (That Actually Work): 1. Result: 119%-203% higher conversion rates.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

Your organization’s name is featured in their headlines and your organization’s page is listed and linked on their profiles. Upload work projects, such as presentations, videos, or special fundraising campaigns. Fundraisers and executive staff should actively engage donors and funders on LinkedIn.

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M+R

APRIL 29, 2021

There’s no wrong way to dig into our annual Benchmarks Study, covering digital programs from marketing to fundraising to advocacy. This year’s big headlines are: . While the overall mix favored fundraising ads, there were stark differences in strategy and results for nonprofits of different sizes. . Want more evidence?

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Whole Whale

APRIL 25, 2022

The rapidly growing crypto phenomenon is emerging not just as an opportunity for growth in the for-profit sector, but as a fundraising tool for nonprofits. Cryptocurrency may seem like a daunting frontier for nonprofits, but there is a huge overlap between the future of fundraising and the potential of cryptocurrency fundraising.

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Nonprofits Source

JULY 9, 2018

This principle applies similarly to the event management and fundraising spaces. In this article, we’re going to share: Why nonprofits are investing in mobile giving to reach their fundraising goals. Real use cases for how nonprofits are leveraging mobile fundraising platforms. Text-to-give donations.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 10, 2021

When done well, your print newsletter can be an additional source of revenue that can generate as much — if not more — than a fundraising appeal. The initial work you do here can result in greater engagement, much sooner. Download our Annual Fundraising & Marketing Calendar to stay on top of important dates. What to Include.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 23, 2013

Let’s look at ways to make your event stand out from the crowd and grab some headlines. The resulting story appeared on the front page of the Lifestyle section the weekend of the event, inspiring a good number of individuals to attend. They gave Dozer a ceremonial finisher medal and set up a fundraising webpage for Dozer.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2022

At this time of year, we assess our fundraising performance and make plans for next year. In fundraising, we talk a lot about donor lifetime value. The idea of donor lifetime value is a big one in fundraising. Yes, results are important but so is the cause behind them. The end of the year is always a time for reflection.

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Media Cause

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Explore Media Cause experts’ top five communication tips to consider as you roll out your advocacy , fundraising , and engagement strategies during an election year. There are, and always will be, other headlines, but your supporters are your supporters because they care about your work.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Promoting a special fundraising campaign. Instead of trying to make sure the headline and first sentence of each post is the same length, the Assembly site chose to use a masonry-style grid, which de-emphasizes the length of text and visually balances the content by organizing the blocks vertically instead of horizontally.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 23, 2015

Create and rotate on a regular basis promotional graphics for publications, special events, volunteer recruitment programs, special fundraising campaigns, etc. Use large font for headlines and body text. To accommodate today’s Internet users, at minimum your headlines should be 18 point and your body text 13 point.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

And if you’re watching this recording, I hope you’re having a good day, no matter when and where you are because we are here to talk about the four-step plan to get more donations and greater fundraising results. So like you said, the four-step plan to get more donors to grow your fundraising results.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

Amy recommends testing different types of posts (a bold graphical image with copy vs a link with preview image + short description, for example) to determine which ones resonate most with your audience and produce the results you're hoping for. Goal: Website traffic Metrics: Clickthrough Rate, Visits.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 13, 2021

In my book, Simple Development Systems: Successful Fundraising for the One-Person Shop , and in all of our Basics & More classes, I outline the necessary elements for a strong fundraising program powered by donor communications. Here’s why: Donor retention continues to be the biggest problem in nonprofit fundraising.

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Care2

MAY 18, 2012

Many of Frogloop's readers are professional nonprofit fundraisers who watch trends like a hawk -- at least when those trends affect fundraising results across sectors and channels. So what was the big picture "headline?" The full report is here. Channels covered included online, direct mail, telemarketing and canvassing.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The 2017 Luminate Online Benchmark Report , just released by Blackbaud, shows donation and email trends based on online fundraising and email campaigns by 707 Luminate Online customers. While overall fundraising increased by 10.2%, sustainer revenue grew by 20.4%. Email still works really well. With a caveat. Online giving grew 10.2%.

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M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

This year’s annual M+R Benchmarks Study includes front-page news, long-form analysis, mild-mannered reporting, and even a crossword puzzle all about the newest news and topical trends affecting nonprofit digital marketing, advocacy, and fundraising. .

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Allegiance Group

MAY 16, 2023

Specific Problem Solving: The main issue your nonprofit is trying to address may be very focused, such as improving fundraising or boosting membership conversion rates. This data-driven strategy ensures that your nonprofit continuously improves its online presence, resulting in higher conversions and more successful campaigns.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 19, 2017

Whether you call it an annual fundraising plan or a communications road map, now is your chance to push the envelope on your ongoing digital efforts to engage constituents, grow your list, and raise money. Write less lengthy copy and better headlines. Improve donation pages with stronger headlines, photos, and calls to action.

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The Fundraising Authority

MAY 8, 2021

The grants team will go through your report and contact you with the results. Google Ads put ads on search results pages and Google properties like YouTube. Be sure to set up an ad for each keyword that includes that keyword in the headline and the description. A grant application with no stress!

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

Writing and mailing a fundraising letter to your donors is a popular fundraising strategy for nonprofit organizations. It seems so easy to write a letter and send it out, but it’s a tricky process with lots of places you can get in trouble and squash your results if you don’t know what you’re doing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2011

These best practices serve as a foundation for upgrading your website to be compatible with the Social Web and are then elaborated upon in the upcoming webinar How Nonprofits Can Successfully Utilize Online Fundraising and e-Newsletters. design and result in more clicks than text links. Use bold for headlines. Write for Web 2.0!

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 30, 2017

No matter where we fall in the political spectrum, it’s important for us as fundraisers to keep an eye on the issues and the news so that we’re ready to act when the issues we are passionate about become national news. In one weekend, the ACLU raised 6x what they typically raise online in a given year. Their Impact was Clear.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

However, if your nonprofit lacks the canvassing tools necessary for traditional advocacy outreach, you can still reach supporters through multi-channel fundraising. CharityEngine’s guide to multi-channel fundraising advises nonprofits to get in touch with supporters on a variety of platforms, including: Email.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Their marketing has tangible results: in 2012 alone they raised $33 million, and over $8 million of that was raised through their online fundraising platform. As each fundraiser shares their campaign with their personal network via word of mouth and online, the number of people who know about charity: water quickly multiplies.

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NetWits

JANUARY 3, 2011

While this example tested photos and a call to action image color, you could also test the headline, content, layout, and “hook.”. What results have you seen? A good starting point is your main calls to action, such as “Donate,” “Email Sign-up,” and “Volunteer.” Has your organization done any content testing?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

The results of two new research studies about nonprofits and adoption of social media were released this week. Here's the topline results: There is extensive experimentation with social media in the nonprofit sector, but only half (51%) surveyed are active users. It takes time to get results, like anything else.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 14, 2013

are now integral parts of our online communications and fundraising campaigns and like any tools of value, they requite a minimal level of financial investment. Looking at cute baby animals online makes us smile, results in a feeling of goodness, and provides temporary mental relief from the strains of work.

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AFP Blog

JUNE 21, 2013

It will give headline income and expenditure and show how charities with an income of over 500,000 allocate their revenue across fundraising and governance, charitable activities and reserves.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 20, 2014

And now we have people pouring water on each other all in the name of fundraising. As a proud professional who works in the nonprofit industry, I am thrilled fundraising is making headlines. So why is this new wave of fundraising fraught with fear? It’s in the crowd that dares to fundraise for you.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Direct mail is the most important fundraising and communications tool you have. Creating a mailing packet that brings results. Using the right envelope as a fundraising tool. Don’t solicit any donors until you have shown them what results you have accomplished with their first gift. Thanks Gail! Welcoming new donors.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 29, 2014

Today, your job is much more focused on the percentage point in converting potential supporters into long term donors than being focused on the color of the new logo or the catchy headline. If you are testing what variables work most effectively, use those results to inform your next campaign. Do some science.

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M+R

JANUARY 5, 2024

Read time: 5 minutes Waking up on New Year’s Day is for two things: taking stock of whether you already regret your new year’s resolutions, and immediately refreshing your end of year fundraising data to see if anyone gave that final gift at midnight on 12/31. Who you are can matter more than what you say. Check it out! )

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 6, 2014

Anyone involved in nonprofit organizations or running fundraisers knows that getting donations is not always easy. Many professional fundraising groups have found new patrons by accepting online donations in addition to the traditional methods of receiving money. There are many benefits to utilizing online donation options.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 3, 2013

You don’t get great results from good effort. Results can take time. Time is luxury she doesn’t have, which leads to ok results from a good message. Time is luxury she doesn’t have, which leads to ok results from a good message. She shared that while she knows it’s best to segment and target audiences this takes time.

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