Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. Make a “ stretch gift ” that is very generous and is outside your normal giving pattern. For example, could people who donate every year be cultivated for a larger or monthly gift?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Fundraising automation saves your nonprofit valuable time and resources by streamlining time-consuming tasks, so you can devote more to time advancing your mission and raising more money. Fundraising automation liberates valuable time and money your nonprofit would’ve otherwise spent on menial tasks. The best part?

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CauseVox

JUNE 7, 2022

Cultivating a major donor and setting the stage to make an ask for money doesn’t have to be a nerve-wracking experience. For context, when we talk about major donors, we’re referring to donors who make a significant gift to your org – one that’s above and beyond the typical gift that arrives in the mail.

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DipJar

JANUARY 21, 2021

If only fundraising was as easy as ‘just’ asking for money, right? Since it’s not, we chatted with Tiffany Allen , founder & creator of Boss on a Budget , to talk about the do’s and don’t’s when raising money. Your donors shouldn’t only hear from your when you want something (money).

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Kindful

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

There was a time not too long ago when digital channels like email, social media, and text messaging were seen as complementary to direct mail: the cornerstone of any robust donor communications strategy. Unfortunately, direct mail seems to have fallen out of favor with nonprofit communicators. And yes, that includes direct mail!

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Direct mail is a major workhorse for all nonprofits. And regardless of what you hear or think about online giving, most gifts still come via the mail. This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, don’t wait for the year-end season of giving to be over to start prioritizing appreciation for donors’ gifts and inspiring their continued support. Lean into the spirit of gratitude by thanking your donors and volunteers for what their support made possible before you start asking for money. If they don’t answer, no worries.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

And, according to ANA/DMA, “Direct mail still pulls a higher response rate than any marketing medium.” Direct mail and digital work side by side to ensure your best campaign. Organize board members for a phone thank-a-thon. For direct mail, always think package, not letter. Multichannel without question. By segment?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Julie Ordoñez will outline a proven strategy, messaging and action steps you can implement right away to close major gifts faster, ethically. We’re here to talk about 3 steps to closing over $10,000 gifts by December 31st. It is not too late to raise major gifts this year. Julie: Let’s do it. That’s right.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

It’s also the number one reason you’re raising less money than you could. You’re Leaving Money on the Table. I wonder what they did with the money and whether it helped. Being thanked for my previous gift was much more persuasive than receiving multiple emails and direct mail letters. Donor Negative WORDS.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 16, 2022

Metrics like these measure your digital marketing campaigns in different ways, but they all seek to answer the same question: “Are your campaigns raising or losing money?” . This will allow you to more accurately compare different online fundraisers and identify which ones are bringing in or losing money. . Direct mail .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

And I, like you, feel the imperative of a prompt, personal thank you that’s powerfully indicative of the impact of the donor’s gift. Saying thank you establishes trust , reassuring donors their money didn’t go into a black hole. We then looked at the total gift journey. Do you wait for the mail to arrive?

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Greater Giving

JULY 20, 2022

However, 27% of nonprofits are struggling to develop major donors and large gifts. While 72% of nonprofits used personal phone calls, 69% said they relied on email newsletters to get the word out. Don’t forget that snail mail still exists—and it still works. Conduct your next publicity campaign on a local radio station.

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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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Bloomerang

AUGUST 27, 2021

There’s no substitute for this type of engagement if you want to inspire a donor’s most passionate and generous gift. For example, I was recently asked for a major gift after a year of being cultivated via email. I also received articles in the mail. Leave your phone number and email address on the voicemail. .

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Note: contains affiliate links) Fundraising for Introverts by Brian Saber If you’re an introvert and you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or anxious about the prospect of raising money for nonprofits, Fundraising for Introverts: Harnessing Our Powers for What Matters is an absolute game-changer. And which books are missing from my shelf?

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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. Embrace Analog Donor Engagement Strategies When was the last time you got a card in the mail?

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Robert Weiner

AUGUST 15, 2012

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

In the world of charitable organizations, money is often tight, and organizations frequently operate with the bare minimum of employees. with gifts and events Showing your volunteers that you care about them doesn’t have to be overly complicated or expensive. Say “Thank you!”

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

If they donate by check, you should send them a hard copy thank-you letter with tax information by regular postal mail, sent within two business days of when you receive their check. Some donors give a one-time gift, and some sign up as monthly donors. You can include a mail option and a QR code linking to an electronic survey.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 9, 2022

You’ll throw together a fundraiser that brings in enough money to give you breathing room for a few days then you’ll panic when you realize the money won’t stretch into next month and you’ll go right back to throwing together another fundraiser where the cycle just repeats. How much money do we need to raise?” .

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

Donation History: Identify segments of donors by frequency of gifts, amount of giving, or those who may need to be reengaged. Communication Preferences: Which groups of donors like to be communicated with via email, social media, direct mail, or phone calls? Maybe pick up the phone and call a few of your donors!

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2023

Your nonprofit CRM is much more than a storage space for addresses and phone numbers. The data in your CRM can help you raise more money, improve your donor retention, and even attract new supporters to your cause. For example, think about what happens after someone makes their first gift to your organization. It just might be!

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

This valuable piece of online real estate is where the donor goes to take action and give your organization money. If it’s done well, you’ll get a gift. Here’s our mailing address if you want to send a check. There are two parts to the act of giving a financial gift – the emotional part and the practical part.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2022

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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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Therefore, you also probably have specific major gift fundraisers on your staff to communicate with these supporters. In this guide, we’ll cover some key information about how you can find your organization’s major donors and determine the right ways to engage them to solicit major gifts. Let’s get started. Who are your major donors?

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 23, 2023

Integrate an email campaign with your direct mail appeal and follow up with a phone call based on donor value, if warranted. A phone call is more personal and could help donors feel their support will make a big difference. You don’t always have to ask for a donation in a direct mail appeal letter.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Now, here’s the more surprising part of monthly giving: Not only do you get more money when someone gives a monthly gift, but the loyalty level increases. Many will give to your Giving Tuesday and year-end campaigns in addition to their monthly gifts. range as an entry level gift. Click To Tweet. More on that in a moment.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

In peer-to-peer fundraising, nonprofits essentially ask their volunteers and supporters to reach out to their individual networks to raise money on their behalf. It’s even more important when empowering your supporters to raise money from their peers. A matching gift acts as a form of social proof to instantly multiply impact.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

2) It doesn’t display well on phones or tablets. If your site doesn’t have a responsive design (meaning it displays well on computers, phones, and tablets), it’s time for an upgrade. View your nonprofit’s website on a computer, tablet and phone and test these important actions: Complete an online form. Growing your mailing list.

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Qgiv

APRIL 26, 2022

Check out this blog post that explains how nonprofits make money. As digital wallets have become more commonplace, the number of donors making gifts via check has decreased. Many donors will prefer to give right on your website via their digital wallet as opposed to mailing in a physical check. New to fundraising?

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

By focusing a little extra energy on your mid-level donors, you can raise more money and create a quality pipeline for your major gifts officers. Collaborate with your membership and major gifts teams to discern who these donors are. When you’re asking for more money, you should be asking less frequently. Make Fewer Asks.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

Recaptured donors (whose last gift was two or more years ago) were up nearly 14%. Moving donors from their first gift to their second continues to be a chronic issue for the sector. Gifts of less than $250 grew by 15.3%. Gifts of $250 to $999 increased 8%. Gifts of $1,000 or more increased 10.4%.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 4, 2022

Maybe you just asked people to buy tickets to your big event or participate in your online auction then two weeks later sent out an appeal asking for money. Or maybe you sent your mailing out at a time when people are distracted with something else like vacations or elections or major holidays. Fundraising is about relationships. .

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Or maybe you’re a new major gift officer and you’d like to set up as many donor meetings as possible. Initiate conversations via mail, phone, or email, and listen attentively. Remember, fundraising isn’t about asking rich people for money. If these scenarios sound familiar, this blog post is tailor-made for you.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Charitable giving increased significantly during the last two years, primarily driven by a spur of generosity triggered by the Covid pandemic and stimulus money. Could the next gift come because of that moving photo on social media? What is donor retention? Donor retention measures how many donors continue to give to your organization.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

They include (1) annual giving; (2) capital campaign; (3) major gifts ; (4) endowment building; (5) planned giving, and (6) strategies like in-person or virtual meetings, phone calls, direct mail, digital fundraising, grant writing, and events. These are the tools you’ll put in place once everything else is in order.

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