Robert Weiner

MARCH 17, 2013

I've redacted the message to anonymize the vendor: Dear _, I thought you might be interested in a recent analysis of low cost fundraising software, conducted jointly by independent organizations Idealware and N-TEN. They have published numerous reports and whitepapers on technology for nonprofit organizations.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 17, 2021

The pandemic unexpectedly transformed how organizations hosted their events and meetings, forcing event planners to quickly pivot and move their meetings to virtual platforms. Breakdown attendees by job type, organization/company, age, location, tenure, behavior, repeat attendees and more. Do you know where your drop off point is?).

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2023

1) Use a top-rated Content Management System (CMS) platform. However there are some basic checks that you can do on your own to increase your organization’s visibility. WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify are cost-effective and allow users to build a website quickly that can be easily edited without needing vast technical abilities.

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Websites Tips Plugin WordPress 291

The NonProfit Times

MAY 22, 2024

All 50 states have laws requiring organizations experiencing data breaches to notify affected entities. billion putative plaintiffs.” Separately, in October 2023 Blackbaud agreed to pay $49.5 million to settle investigations by 49 states and the District of Columbia.

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sgEngage

MARCH 8, 2024

It’s also a valuable tool to help nonprofits evaluate their results by giving them a comparison point for their performance against organizations of similar sizes and issue areas. Unsubscribe rates did not change much. In fact, they actually declined a bit which means fewer people unsubscribed compared to the previous year.

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NetWits

JANUARY 3, 2011

Direct mail may use different friendly URLs to test response rates. Email may test different “Donate” calls to action to improve click-through rates. Now that they’re one step closer to becoming a donor, event participant, or email subscriber, do you stop testing? Why is testing important? Are you sure?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I want you to have the confidence (and your leadership team to have the confidence in you) that with data and time, you can make annual giving work for your organization. Keep them out of it for now (we can always test that later.) Test one thing at a time. Plan for your year. Segment your data, but don’t OVER-segment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 19, 2024

Over time, a high exit rate signals to search engines that your content is not helpful to visitors, which can negatively affect your ranking. ” Then, create content that guides users through steps they can take, such as participating in local clean-up events or educational workshops your organization offers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 13, 2022

Are your conversion rates different for different audiences? Measure the success of your upgrade asks – do donors who come from your species extinction petition go on to be regular donors at a higher rate? The breakdown of campaign/source/term/medium used as UTM parameters is a tried and tested structure for understanding acquisition.

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Association Analytics

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Not surprisingly, a 2020 report from Wild Apricot showed that 68% of organizations have difficulty growing membership. Target new audiences – We focus on member experience, satisfaction, and retention, but what about the more tangential groups we touch as an organization? What’s slowing these association’s down?

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Create Strategy Associations Registration 169

Candid

JUNE 5, 2024

For nonprofit organizations, which often have to meet urgent needs with limited resources, the importance of well-designed learning materials cannot be overstated. Ask staff and external stakeholders to test drive your content. Embrace microlearning. Use their feedback to iterate the original draft ahead of release.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 4, 2024

To truly understand the health of your organization, there are seven key metrics you should track in your database: Year-on-year revenue Donor file growth Donor retention Gifts per donor Average gift Revenue per donor Cost to acquire Data can be overwhelming. Look at metrics like response rate, average gift, and revenue per thousand.

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Candid

JUNE 4, 2024

In the 2021 New York City municipal elections, low-propensity voters who were engaged by nonprofits providing support and services in their communities and therefore seen as trusted messengers turned out at double the rate of those who were not. Organizations are still using texts but focused on targeted relational texting.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Nonprofit brands : Emojis may align with the tone and branding of your organization or the type of nonprofit you are. A/B testing : If you’re unsure whether emojis will be effective for your specific audience, you can conduct A/B testing. Consider your nonprofit brand’s image and how emojis fit into it.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

By Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi, CFRE , Founder and CEO at The International Social Impact Institute and Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University In the rapidly evolving landscape of nonprofit organizations, adapting to the digital realm has become a pivotal challenge. Among the innovative tools that have garnered attention is ChatGPT.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 16, 2021

Internalizing and externalizing an organization-wide culture of philanthropy. One of the biggest problems nonprofits face is improving their low donor retention rate. If you have no idea what a good or poor donor retention rate is, it’s difficult to measure your own performance. Do more testing. Start with benchmark data.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2021

Every social sector organization can and should be doing impact management ! There are three main components to integrating impact management practices in your organization: continuous evidence building, participant-centered program management, and integrated financial management.

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Candid

JUNE 28, 2022

You can calculate this metric for your organization by dividing the number of donors who gave again this year by the total number of donors who gave last year. . Maintaining a high retention rate means your nonprofit has access to ongoing, sustainable financial support. The donor retention formula. Sharing your fundraising results.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

By Jen Frazier , President at Firefly Partners – a women-owned, LGBTQ+ certified, and minority-owned digital marketing agency that develops accessible online experiences that empower progressive organizations to thrive. A/B testing can help determine the most effective sending days and times for an organization’s unique supporter base.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2023

They also have the effect of differentiating your organization from others – in a good way. Performing arts organizations call subscribers. Visual arts and recreation organizations call members. Many organizations call volunteers. Who” will be different for every organization. Think about what you could test.

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Media Cause

JUNE 27, 2023

Similar to your organic social efforts, you want to make sure you’re promoting paid social ads across channels where you can meet your audience as they go through their daily, digital routines. This can help improve your clickthrough and engagement rates and better solidify your organization in the minds of your audience.

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Social Media Guide Media Social 97

Candid

AUGUST 18, 2021

But when looking at the bigger picture, even more valuable benefits become clear: Higher conversion rates through better-targeted donor lists. AI can generate predictions that help you: Create highly targeted mailing lists for appeals, reducing upfront costs and increasing conversion rates. AI for Nonprofits in Action.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

The ability to track and monitor those relationships should be the #1 priority for organizations seeking to expand their donor base or increase their revenue. There is a higher website conversion rate and donors stay on the website longer because of more opportunities to engage with the software. 2) Bloomerang :: bloomerang.co.

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M+R

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Donors that come in through ads are generally less familiar with your program than existing supporters or even people who found your website on their own — so it’s extra important to introduce your organization from the moment they sign up! Testing changes to your donation form to improve conversion rates.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

And if your ratio is higher than the magic number, it may drive potential donors to other organizations. All nonprofits have overhead expenses and each require a different amount to run effective organizations and achieve their missions. The post How Removing Overhead Can Improve Donation Rates appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

To successfully implement changes to your grantmaking application, you need to communicate the benefits of data-driven and user-centered design to your leadership, tie the benefits to your organization’s overall goals, and involve your leadership in the decision-making process. For example: Does your application represent your mission?

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

M+R Strategic Services has been working with Oxfam America, an international relief organization, since 2002. Then we planned a series of tests to evaluate everything from our messaging to nuts-and- bolts fundraising tactics. Here is a closer look at how we tested: Should we frame our issue in a positive or negative light?

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Forum One

JULY 15, 2021

A step-by-step approach to personalization allows organizations to start delivering unique content sooner than later. Just like the private sector, mission-driven organizations need to ensure they are providing personalized marketing and digital experiences in order to effectively engage their online audiences.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 22, 2021

The first indicator of a successful nonprofit organization is the amount of time they spend on the details that bring their fundraising campaigns to life right from the start. Help your teammates understand the tools available to them so they can maximize their roles within your organization.

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Classy

JULY 30, 2021

Sample Email Subject Lines: Help [organization name] reach children in need. Want to help [organization name] again? Your gift to [organization name]. Many organizations overlook the importance of developing a relationship with their recipients. Join [organization name] club of high-level supporters. Be Thankful.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

Building relationships with all of your supporters can strengthen your donor retention rate and help your nonprofit raise more funds over time. For instance, the end of the year is a lucrative time for most organizations, while the summer months typically yield a giving lull. Leverage A/B testing.

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Nimble AMS

MARCH 31, 2020

Salesforce is the leading CRM and cloud development platform, and it has the potential to transform your organization. But here’s something you might not have considered: Your organization will need a full Salesforce sandbox. Only full sandboxes support performance testing, load testing, and staging. Congratulations!

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Media Cause

APRIL 22, 2022

Whether you’re reaching out to build issue awareness, share important news, or raise money for your organization, incorporating these best practices into your email marketing campaigns can help your emails reach your target audiences and keep them engaged with your mission. . Make it Easy for Your Supporters to Get Information From You.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 23, 2013

This is the fourth part in my series about learning how to test the usability of your online donation form and website with real donors. Part one discussed why to usability test , part two outlined crafting your test , and part three gave best practices for recruiting participants. Today, we gear up for your big test day!

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Finding the right board members is essential for any organization’s success. Tailoring your recruitment efforts to find individuals whose skills and expertise align with your organization’s mission is fundamental. Implement a board portal for communication and organization. What are your dreams? Your challenges?

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 28, 2023

In contrast, social media algorithms will always limit your organic reach. According to the Nonprofit Email Engagement Benchmark Study by M+R , the average email open rate for nonprofits is around 25%, while the click-through rate hovers at 2.5%. Test your subject lines. of their total audience. So, what do you think?

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Traditionally, we think of impact as, “For X cost, the organization will serve Y number of people in Z amount of time to create A, B, C outcomes using D, E, F strategies.” When organizations craft grant applications, they are expected to spell out specifically how their plan will work. Redefine Success by Solution Testing.

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