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Book Review: Cause for Change

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

It begins with a story about Team Rubicon , a new model for disaster relief organization and veteran-focused enterprise founded by Jake Wood shortly after the Haiti Earthquake. Focus on the 3 R’s (Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition). More information here.

Causes 101
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Heading into end-of-year fundraising season? Here is what the research says

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Retention takes effort, good communication and dedicated stewardship. Not only does donor retention cost less than acquiring new donors, but forming a donor relationship will increase the amount donated over time as the donor becomes more dedicated to the organization and its work. Donor Retention Matters. Sources: Barber, P.,