Candid

MAY 10, 2023

To uncover insights on your audience, consider conducting surveys with your current supporters; analyzing your nonprofit’s email, website, and social media data ; or using free tools, like Google Trends. To test or preview your campaign, consider doing a soft launch first. Outline the solution. Explain the next steps.

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Communication Campaign Channel Measure 98

Candid

AUGUST 2, 2023

As extreme weather makes front-page headlines year-round, each news cycle brings fresh evidence that we are living in unprecedented times. That said, only 29% of funders that explicitly support climate initiatives are allocating at least 20% of their grant dollars to such efforts. This is no longer a slow-moving disaster.

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Disaster Action Change Hurricane 98

Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

Time and time again, this past year has proven that the right mix of vision, strategy, technology, and creativity can have a transformational impact on a community. Before Covid-19 became headline news, the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank had already identified optimal web performance as a critical organizational need.

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Strategy Fundraising Test Collaboration 59

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Here’s a “you test” you can use from Bloomerang that also incorporates the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level reading test. This is why there are all sorts of readability tips you want to keep in mind, beginning with the Flesch-Kincaid Grade level test. People are vulnerable right now and their donation can offer immediate support.

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Question Donor Test Student 142

Nonprofits Source

APRIL 19, 2017

I’m going to share 7 insanely easy online fundraising ideas that are making a huge impact for nonprofits. The process looks something like this: The research supporting remarketing is compelling: 70% of website visitors who are remarketed to are more like to convert on your website. Live Chat Support. Zoho SalesIQ.

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Ideas Donation Online Strategy 111

Allegiance Group

MAY 16, 2023

By understanding and implementing these strategies, you can make a meaningful impact on your nonprofit’s digital footprint while maximizing your available resources. Landing pages are an excellent opportunity to employ A/B testing to optimize conversions. Website redesigns aren’t always fiscally feasible.

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Websites Alternative Nonprofit Conversation 52

Classy

MAY 25, 2021

Be sure to test and experiment to continually improve your conversions. . Explicitly state if you want each person to donate, fundraise, purchase a ticket, or show support for your organization in another way. Each touchpoint can leave an imprint on your supporters and, over time, eventually move them from consideration to action.

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Donation Tips Rate Mobile 67

M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

For nonprofit digital ads, the unmistakable headline of M+R’s annual Benchmarks Study has been continued growth. But when we dig a little deeper, we find intriguing nuance, with nonprofits of different sizes and different issue areas making choices with major impact.

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Benchmark Studies Digital Analysis 52

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 11, 2012

Several of groups serves as testers of the various ideas in my forthcoming book, Measuring the Networked Nonprofit , with co-author KD Paine. While it was a little like changing a flat tire on a moving car to test frameworks while writing the book, it was a rich learning experience. Cultivating Champions.

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Facebook Change Profile Impact 112

Get Fully Funded

MARCH 14, 2022

That means that what your website looks like and how easy it is to use can impact someone’s decision to give. Though they have tutorials and customer support, setting up your site to accept donations can be challenging. Test every page of your website and make sure it displays correctly on a phone. They affect how you feel.

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Profit Websites Build Work 124

Care2

AUGUST 22, 2013

Plan for any meetings needed to solicit content or input from departments and outside support contractors. Look for opportunities to test different calls-to-action and other key content that is important to your organization. Test 3-4 new Facebook Ads: Test different ad types (promoted post, sponsored story, etc.),

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Online Tips Calendar Test 71

Connection Cafe

APRIL 29, 2014

If you’re in the business of encouraging donors to hand over dollars to support a mission, you likely get it. 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. Do some science.

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Marketing Donor Michigan Test 37

Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Consider donating to support our mission. Sharing stories about your volunteers, beneficiaries, staff members, and other stakeholders can introduce potential new supporters to what your mission is all about and facilitate a positive connection with your nonprofit. Connect data and statistics to real impact. Conduct A/B testing.

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Tips Storytelling Images Camera 59

Nonprofits Source

JULY 9, 2018

Now, your supporters can donate to your cause at any time, from anywhere (not only while at your event). Supporters can donate from anywhere, at any time, through your online or text message–based fundraiser. It’s a simple concept, but it made a huge impact for Make-A-Wish Colorado in reaching their fundraising goals.

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Mobile Goal Puerto Rico Fundraising 94

Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

Having a solid understanding of the basics covered in this guide can make a dramatic impact on the search visibility of your website. Google’s mobile-friendly test tool is a quick way to check whether or not your pages are optimized for mobile devices: 7. While this may sound overwhelming, don’t let it discourage you.

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Beginner Digital Marketing Guide 91

Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 23, 2023

Or, you can promote educational content related to the positive impact of participating in these programs. The Basics of Google Ad Grants for Nonprofits From spreading awareness for your mission to rekindling relationships with lapsed supporters, the Google Ad Grant is a reliable way to accomplish your digital marketing goals.

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Grant Google Guide Nonprofit 52

NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 12, 2021

No images, logos, testimonials, statistics, or other supporting elements? Do a quick check by pulling up your current page and performing a “squint test”: Does the page seem blank or empty? Do you provide imagery, statistics, or other elements to support this message? For example, look at the (anonymized) donation page below.

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Donation Question Effective Test 92

sgEngage

AUGUST 23, 2023

This creates more opportunities to engage with potential supporters. Getting Attention’s Google Ad Grants guide suggests putting yourself in supporters’ shoes when building campaigns. Capture attention with your headlines. Then, use the description to highlight your nonprofit’s story and the impact of supporting your work.

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Grant Google Guide Management 67

Roundtree

JANUARY 9, 2022

For example, if your organization provides clean water around the world, instead of labeling it as an annual report, call it “The Flow: Our 2021 Impact Report.” Here are some other generic alternatives to the phrase “annual report” worth considering: Impact Report. Donors give because they want to positively impact others.

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Report Metrics Headline Spam 52

DipJar

MAY 3, 2022

Picture this: You’re planning the marketing campaign for an upcoming benefit concert to support your nonprofit. Interested supporters can learn more about your signature event, its impact on your fundraising and mission progress, and how they can get involved. . Share impact. Optimize for mobile.

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Fundraising Audience Websites Design 52

NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 12, 2021

No images, logos, testimonials, statistics, or other supporting elements? Do a quick check by pulling up your current page and performing a “squint test”: Does the page seem blank or empty? Do you provide imagery, statistics, or other elements to support this message? For example, look at the (anonymized) donation page below.

Donation 41

Donation Question Effective Test 41

Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

2 Grassroots Campaigning: How To Use Online Channels To Build Offline Support. When marketers discuss the impact of email marketing we often see the investment to ROI statistic. Or how about measuring the impact of brand awareness? Is your audience most receptive to certain headlines or promotional offers?

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email Marketing Strategy Fundraising 89

NTEN

APRIL 16, 2009

In this situation, there's only one way to know for sure what's best: test it for yourself. Multivariate testing (MVT) is a great tool for making these sorts of decisions. Such tests can address a range of concerns, from design to user experience, to help you move real users through your donation process. Fine-tuning.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2021

I’ve tested it. So, if you want to reach those really big goals, and you were asking me what is one place where I could put some money where I could really see some impact, that would be my advice. Test, test, test. Test everything in your email. Test every link in your donation form.

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Video Fundraising Guide Test 76

Care2

JULY 26, 2007

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. Email me (Justin at care2team.com) if youd like to help beta test it. link] or [link] if you want to tweet it. (Ha! The irony).

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Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

Care2

JULY 17, 2007

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. Email me (Justin at care2team.com) if youd like to help beta test it. link] or [link] if you want to tweet it. (Ha! The irony).

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Social Network ROI Social Media Network 74

Nonprofits Source

MARCH 21, 2018

Want to know what platform you should be leveraging to maximize your impact? Often times this requires shifting through many useless articles in the hopes you’ll find one that will make an impact on your organization. 84% of Facebook users share to show their support for a cause and highlight issues that are important to them.

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Social Media Resource Marketing Media 109

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Those same people that I was nervous about and had accountability with, they were around me helping me and supporting me. So I tested the ideas, tweaking, fine-tuning, kept playing with them, and then seeing more results, even better results. What is the value that you give to supporters, donors, volunteers? I love one-pagers.

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Results Video Donation Fundraising 80

Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

2 Grassroots Campaigning: How To Use Online Channels To Build Offline Support. When marketers discuss the impact of email marketing we often see the investment to ROI statistic. Or how about measuring the impact of brand awareness? Is your audience most receptive to certain headlines or promotional offers?

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email Marketing Strategy Fundraising 45

Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. Email me (Justin at care2team.com) if youd like to help beta test it. link] or [link] if you want to tweet it. (Ha! The irony).

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ROI Social Network Social Media Advocacy 53

Whole Whale

JUNE 5, 2020

They have many different campaigns that send signatures to support troops around the world working to battle coronavirus and keep us safe. After a user signs a virtual message of support, USO sends notes to frontline workers, while directing people to an instant donate page. Read more about using email to increase impact !

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Ideas Fundraising Online Virtual 95

Connection Cafe

AUGUST 21, 2017

It’s not about creating entirely new content or telling a different story, but you must acknowledge the existing relationship you have with the donor and, more importantly, the kind of impact they can have (or have had) through their gifts. Infographics on impact and ways to get involved. Video Stories.

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Gift Digital Online Pledge 27

Nonprofits Source

FEBRUARY 25, 2017

Have you tried every argument and presented all of the data to support your case, but still get shot down? In this guide, I’m going to share with you proven ways to gain the support of leadership in your content marketing efforts. How content marketing impacts search ranking results (and why that matters).

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Content Leadership Marketing Files 40

Have Fun - Do Good

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

It's a very creative town, very community oriented, and the energy there is very supportive. I worked on the side with my massage to be able to get the income to support myself while I did something very, very entrepreneurial and very risky. The most powerful impact we found was actually in the women's leadership and influence locally.

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Voice Global Saudi Arabia Journal 69

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

It’s a platform to connect, to earn trust, and for even the most reluctant of supporters to discover just how much they want to be a part of your community. Your supporters’ Facebook news feeds just got a quality content make-over, and grumpy cat is taking a backseat to high-performing posts. Every dollar helps.

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Story Nonprofit Social Media Content 54