Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2021

Then orient callers around the evening’s purpose, review a suggested script you’ve shared in advance, and answer any questions. If this isn’t practical for you, you can also suggest language callers can use in an email–especially if this is your donor’s preferred method of communication. Personal handwriting packs a punch!

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

While you don’t have to memorize a speech or carry note cards in your back pocket, you should review your pitch several times before making your official ask. Practice in front of a mirror or with colleagues to make notes of your body language and any nervous gestures. Donation Request Script for Recurring Donors.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

In this blog post, we'll review the research results, discuss implications, and identify the soul-searching needed to move forward in new alignment with our values. Professional References/Testimonials (others who can speak on the organization’s behalf). You can find Robinson's scripts used in this analysis here.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

When segmenting your list, be careful about language that could alienate certain donors. Automate your thank-you sequences so that, if someone gives you two gifts in one month, they don’t receive the same generic script each time. But it turns out that identity-focused language can be even more powerful. Thank you’s.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

When segmenting your list, be careful about language that could alienate certain donors. Automate your thank-you sequences so that, if someone gives you two gifts in one month, they don’t receive the same generic script each time. But it turns out that identity-focused language can be even more powerful. Thank you’s.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

The good news is, you’re a fundraising professional and if anyone can pull it off, it’s you! Can you add some language around what to expect if the event is canceled, postponed, or shifted to fully virtual during the registration process or within the commitment form sponsors sign? Will they be refunded?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

So over the summer, BoardSource published a really excellent report called “Leading with Intent: Reviewing the State of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Nonprofit Boards.” Our board members can facilitate personal introductions to our professional leadership. And if you haven’t read it yet, I highly recommend it.

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