Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In other words, all about how great your organization is — and nothing about what your supporter’s gift makes possible. Tell a Compelling Story: As Jeff Brooks emphasizes in his book, “The Fundraiser’s Guide to Irresistible Communications,” stories are key. Thank you in advance for your support! Sincerely, Argh!

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

That’s where technology can make a real impact. This technology has helped Cassie Chilcutt, prospect research manager for the Conservancy, reduce major gift officer portfolios by more than one-third after removing low-likelihood prospects. “(It) This can be inspiring, but it is not always scalable and definitely not measurable.

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Double the Donation

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Year-end giving is officially upon us—but luckily, it’s not too late to get started with matching gift tools and strategies before the ball drops on New Year’s Eve. What better way to maximize such an impactful opportunity than with matching gifts? 4 Tips to Get Started With Impactful EOY Gift-Matching in 2021. ?Ready

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

On average, donor retention rates increase based on the average gift amount. For donors who give gifts under $100 the average retention rate is 25%. They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. Send mission impact videos.

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Qgiv

JULY 10, 2023

The benefits of strength-based messaging Strength-based messaging encourages long-term and recurring giving, rather than a one-time gift to meet an immediate need. It paints a complete picture of the people you serve and the opportunities they can capitalize on with some help from within their community.

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Nimble AMS

APRIL 19, 2023

Organizations honor volunteers to show the impact of the work in the larger community. Wh y is an association’s volunteer program important? Did you know that member volunteers can help you grow your association ? Share pictures and acknowledgments on social media for your association and the world to see. Send impact reports.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Ask: Send a personalized request for support that acknowledges the donor’s past gifts and shares the impact their donation will make. Thank: Always send a “thank you” message to every donor, no matter the size of their gift. Showing impact numbers and, more importantly, stories keep donors informed and engaged.

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Whole Whale

MAY 5, 2022

Nonprofits have found success by having a more universal message this connect to the story of any mother/father and it is rather than mentioning the person specifically – “Mother’s Day Gifts that Remember her And honor her Memory” (this message has been found to be 43% better at triggering donations when combined with another color).

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Connection Cafe

JULY 26, 2016

It’s simple—regularly communicate the impact that your donors have already created. It might seem too easy, but research shows that donors want to know 1) how their gift was used and 2) what impact it had. Stories provide great content pieces for your organization to report backs to donors. Then, upload and share away!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2019

For most of these users, it’s Instagram Stories. . In just one year, the daily user count for Instagram Stories jumped from 400 million (June 2018) to 500 million. That means that more than half of Instagram’s 1 billion users look at and consume Instagram Stories – EVERY DAY! . Here are 6 ways. . Well, it depends!

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Done well, this simple little letter will make your donors feel great about giving, help them understand their impact, deepen their connection to your organization and the community you serve, and set the stage for them to give again in the future. Get Specific About Your Donor’s Impact Pretend you gave your nephew $50 for a birthday gift.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

Heart-warming human-interest stories. You must have stories ready to share about people whose lives have been significantly impacted by the work your nonprofit does. Donors and prospects want to know that your organization makes a difference, and the best way to show that is to tell a story. Impact numbers.

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Qgiv

MAY 4, 2021

Donor retention continues to be a challenge for many organizations, so simply growing the number of recurring donors can dramatically impact donor attrition. Monthly giving can do more than help you attract new donors, it can help you renew donors and cultivate them to higher gifts too! Have a “recurring gift” type on the gift record.

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CauseVox

JUNE 26, 2023

As fundraisers, we understand how important it is to connect with donors and maximize the impact of their contributions. Whether it’s a cherished family member, a respected mentor, or beloved pet, tribute donations allow donors to celebrate those who have made a significant impact on their lives while supporting a meaningful cause.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Thanking donors well is an essential aspect of fundraising that is often done just once—when the donor makes a gift, or, worse, it’s overlooked entirely. Aaron knows that by creating a donor experience that goes beyond one transaction, you can inspire a deeper connection that will impact your mission for years to come.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 15, 2022

runner in history, had the audience riveted in their chairs as she shared her story as a pregnant athlete leading a movement to protect female athletes from being penalized or having their contracts interrupted by their sponsors for pregnancy. Watch her story live here. . Accidentally letting a donor eat potpourri (ouch!).

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2023

Donors want to see their support making a real difference, and nonprofits that want to improve donor retention will need to demonstrate impact and form long-lasting relationships with their supporters. Assemble a team of your staff and volunteers to call donors to thank them for their gifts. Demonstrate impact.

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

To be effective, each of your funding catalysts need a time-sensitive deadline with an impactful goal you want to accomplish. While this might be somewhat true, it might be because the communication lacks important parts of the overall story, including inspiring stories and sharing what their money has accomplished within the organization.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Planned gifts are often donated through a will at an individual’s bequest so that the nonprofit receives the gift upon the donor’s death. Typically, planned giving is a legal process coordinated between a lawyer and a nonprofit, as these gifts are taxed differently than a standard donation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Instead of generating a profit that can be disbursed to shareholders or reinvested in the business, nonprofits funnel their revenue into things like research funding, program expenses, outreach, and work that directly impacts their mission. and tell the story of how?those?resources This method?focuses?on on the use?of The organization?has

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

If you inspire people, you’ll get a gift. It’s about telling your story in an authentic way that fans the flames already burning in people’s hearts. This is why stories are so important. Good fundraising stories are full of emotion and draw people in. Your words matter when you’re trying to get people to donate.

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Qgiv

APRIL 4, 2023

That’s a massive impact! You can easily help contribute to that impact by looking up a nonprofit organization near you and researching their volunteer opportunities. Share volunteer stories During Volunteer Month, sharing your volunteer stories is a great way to recognize your volunteers’ work and passion for your mission.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

It also helps your potential donors understand where their money will go, why their money is needed, and the impact their gift will make. Tell stories about how lives have been changed and show powerful images of your work. Use powerful images to tell your story. You can post milestones like “we’ve just reached $1,000!”

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 18, 2021

Sharing compelling stories is a critical aspect of your organization’s fundraising. They’re stories that can ultimately convince supports to make a gift. So how are you bringing your donors into your stories? How are you sharing your organization’s “most real, truest” stories?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

How has this impacted individual giving to NGOs in Mexico? 2) The Mexican data from the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report paints a picture of the average individual donor in Mexico: She is under the age of 45, gives in micro-amounts ($100 USD annually), and most likely to be politically centrist-to-liberal. are quickly replacing TV.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 26, 2017

For our Giving Tuesday campaign in 2015, our focus was impact via scholarships. Our secret sauce and what we believe made this initiative successful was our ability to offer a matching gift incentive. On Giving Tuesday, every gift to a scholarship anywhere in the NMSU system was matched dollar for dollar.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 5, 2023

All they need to do is select your nonprofit’s name, fill in basic information about the fundraiser, and click “Create” to start collecting donations for your organization in lieu of birthday gifts. Share updates about your nonprofit’s work, impact, and upcoming activities. Sharing the impact of users’ support.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Knowing the prospects with both the capacity and likelihood to make a major gift to your organization is gold. I like to combine this with a three-year giving history to see if there are prospects who are trending up or down in terms of their gift size. . Find out how data insights can help your organization. .

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Classy

MAY 17, 2021

Corporate partnerships can take many forms, each offering a unique set of mutual benefits: Large Financial Gifts and Matching Campaigns. Uses a large gift to encourage additional gifts in a time-based initiative, essentially doubling the impact of a corporation’s contribution. Campaign and Cause Marketing.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story? What is happening in your hero’s life?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Let’s take a look at the impact of what we call the “Generosity Experience”—the overall trust that a supporter has when interacting with a nonprofit’s marketing, revenue, or impact activities. As we’ll outline below, the time of day our clients sent emails on GivingTuesday did not have a direct impact on when donors made gifts.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Show the real impacts that year-round donations can have on your mission by using compelling images within your website. Provide an easy way for donors to turn their one-time gifts into recurring contributions right within your giving form. ? Use real stories and statistics to make your case for support. Let’s dive in!

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

When leveraged with other communication channels, direct mail can generate significant engagement and gift-giving from donors. Additionally, holding onto physical mail may remind them to make another gift in the future. Take advantage of that personal touch by adding a story designed to strengthen your connection with donors even more.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

There’s nothing more powerful than a story to help you connect with your audience. Luckily, animal shelters tend to have some great stories! . One of the most compelling stories that animal shelters can use is a heartstrings-tugging before -and-after. Make it easy for donors to find out if their gift is eligible for a match.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

It takes commitment, guts, and a great story. You can make your request for donations about the impact your nonprofit is trying to make, which just makes fundraising easier. It might be a smaller gift than they usually give, but they’ll keep supporting your work to the best of their ability. Please give your best gift now.”

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Nonprofits Source

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Assess your supporter data for general demographics, interests, and giving tendencies to get a better picture of the kinds of individuals who want to support your nonprofit. Additionally, it’s a good idea to provide suggestions for donation amounts along with impact labels, so visitors know what their gift does for your nonprofit.

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Kindful

APRIL 26, 2021

So how can you make sure you are not only picking the right photos, but also using them in your fundraising communications in the best way to maximize their impact? At the end, you will have plenty of pictures to choose from when you go to share the impact of the event. Go through the stories and testimonials you have.

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