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Phonathons: The Fundraiser’s Ultimate Guide & 15+ Top Tips

Double the Donation

Create a standardized script. Include matching gifts in call scripts. To illustrate our point, take a look at two possible phonathon script introductions: Phonathon Script Introduction #1: “I’m calling on behalf of University X to raise money for our annual phonathon campaign. Create a standardized script.

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Online Fundraising and 3 Reasons to Start a Recurring Gift Program

NetWits

The average monthly gift ranges from $5 to $50 per month and with low dropout rates, no end date for each recurring gift, and regular appeals to upgrade monthly contributions, the lifetime value of each donor can reach into the thousands. Supporters like this method because it is quick, easy, cost-effective and better for the enviroment.

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The #1 Reason You Need a Recurring Giving Program and 3 Expert Examples

NetWits

Is among the most cost-effective, long-term fundraising methods. Over time, dropout rates are low and predictable, so organizations can rely on future income more safely than upcoming direct mail or telemarketing efforts. Easily integrates with other fundraising methods being deployed at an organization.

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How to Convert Peer-to-Peer Event Participants into Monthly Donors

sgEngage

Best of all, you really only need to adopt a few proven and productive cultivation and engagement methods to start converting your peer-to-peer event participants into monthly donors. For the Ration Challenge, the team used a variety of methods to pinpoint the personas and behaviors of those interested in refugee issues.

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6 Types of Nonprofit Video Messages

Greater Giving

When you add a cinematic touch via video to that message, it becomes the most effective method to draw in viewers and spread the word about the work than any other available option. The script should provide insight into the nonprofit by following to the common writer’s mantra of “show don’t tell.” People love watching videos!

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Super Useful Nonprofit Fiscal Year-End Action Strategies

Bloomerang

Research shows only 19% of new donors give again, but if you can get them to make a second gift they’ll renew at a rate of 61% — that’s triple! Then orient callers around the evening’s purpose, review a suggested script you’ve shared in advance, and answer any questions. Begin with an ice breaker to make it fun.

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5 Strategies for Building Long-Term Donor Relationships

DNL OmniMedia

The most straightforward method is adding personal information about a donor, such as their name and engagement history. For example, a nonprofit dedicated to conservation might share updates on the population rates of endangered species a supporter donated to help protect.