Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2022

The fundraising pendulum is swinging back to “in person,” but that doesn’t mean you should ease up your online efforts, particularly peer-to-peer fundraising. Peer-to-peer enables your organization to appeal to and connect with Gen Z , who are accustomed (and expect) to be able to engage online.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 9, 2022

So, you’ve created a strategy for your peer-to-peer email communications. You’ve segmented your audience, built compelling content and prepared to design emails that will grab your readers’ attention. Now there’s one thing left to do: Start executing on your plan (and find ways to improve it).

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

America’s top 30 peer-to-peer fundraising programs raised $1.05 billion in 2022, according to the Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum’s annual study. million, showing peer-to-peer events are still recovering from the 33.5% drop in revenue in 2020.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

When it comes to timing of email communications for your peer-to-peer events, there are three big levers you can adjust. Let’s look at how peer-to-peer email timing levers vary for each event type. Timing also varies by type of event, which breaks down into four categories.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 22, 2024

With peer-to-peer fundraising, you can leverage your existing community of supporters and tap into their networks to increase revenue. We'll show you everything you need to know to get started.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 20, 2023

With event season in full swing, here are four underutilized ways to use text messaging to boost peer-to-peer event revenue. As nonprofits look for additional ways to regain pre-COVID registrants and revenue, text messaging offers impressive reach and immediacy to engage participants.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 29, 2022

In this edition, we talk about peer-to-peer or P2P fundraising. From exposing your nonprofit to new audiences, expanding your donor base, engaging your loyal donors, and of course, raising money for your cause, peer-to-peer is a valuable, highly effective strategy.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 21, 2022

Peer-to-peer participants can start fundraising for nonprofits in seconds with Qgiv's new streamlined registration process that's designed to boost registrant numbers and dollars raised.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 26, 2021

In response, peer-to-peer software vendors are offering more tools for organizations and participants to engage in richer and more meaningful ways. Organizations are requiring more robust software functionality to ensure virtual and hybrid campaigns connect as deeply with participants and donors as in-person events.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 2, 2022

Over $154 million was generated for charity in 2021 by “digitalcentric” peer-to-peer fundraising, a 30% increase over 2020. “Digital-first” efforts leverage tools such as social media and livestream video to inspire donations from people connected with program participants.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Reach further and raise more with Keela’s peer-to-peer fundraising tool. Create beautiful campaigns in minutes that can be shared far and wide by your fiercest supporters who will work with you towards a common goal. Until March 31st, Early Bird Adopters can purchase this premium feature for 50% off. See it in Action!

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 10, 2022

There are a lot of effective ways to communicate with your peer-to-peer fundraising participants, such as social media, apps and push notifications, SMS and direct mail – to name a few. But email is still king.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Though education around peer-to-peer fundraising has improved over the years, there is still a significant number of nonprofits unaware of what this fundraising method is or, more importantly, the benefits it can have on revenue. Check out this insightful resource to learn more!

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2021

You might have mixed feelings about the idea of finding and implementing new peer-to-peer fundraising software. Maybe you’ve seen the signs that it’s time for a new solution, but you dread the process of finding the right technology for your nonprofit. When you’re on the buyer’s side, product demos can be tricky.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Establishing a strategy for your peer-to-peer fundraising email communications is critically important. Of course, when you have a lot to do, taking time to think about strategy might seem like a luxury. But keep in mind that there’s no point in sending emails just to send emails. They need a purpose.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 20, 2021

The success of your peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events depends heavily on the software you use. The how-to guide and interactive online tool in this free kit will help you find the right software for your nonprofit!

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

With more than 20 sessions scheduled over the course of the event, attendees can expect in-depth looks at various aspects of peer-to-peer fundraising Fridays from Sept. 10 to Oct. 8, starting at 9 a.m.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 8, 2021

Once you’ve identified that it is time for new peer-to-peer fundraising software, then it’s time to find the right software for your nonprofit. One of the best ways to do this is to issue a request for proposals, or RFP. A well-developed RFP can go a long way toward the success of your P2P fundraising software selection.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Providing peer-to-peer participants with a way to communicate with each other is key. Instead of getting great at running events, we should have been systematizing and improving methods that foster community. We have been shouting at constituents instead of building ways for them to talk to each other.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Peer-to-peer event participants are more comfortable with the technical aspects of attending events online now and recognize the convenience of attending an event online. Yet, many are starting to tire of impersonal webinars and lack of face-to-face in-person engagement.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Peer-to-peer fundraising alone made substantial gains with millions more raised thanks to its e-communications strategy. For Pieta House, its Darkness into Light event began in 2009 with 400 participants at its signature Dublin event and evolved to 200,000 participants across 200 events in 16 countries a decade later.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 11, 2021

Your organization’s ability to run successful peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events depends heavily on the software platform you use to run them.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Though education around peer-to-peer fundraising has improved over the years, there is still a significant number of nonprofits unaware of what this fundraising method is or, more importantly, the benefits it can have on revenue. Check out our "2021 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study" to learn more.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 1, 2022

According to a study released by Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum, nonprofits producing America’s top 30 peer-to-peer fundraising programs collectively increased fundraising revenue 3.5% The $922 million dollar revenue figure reflected growth from the previous year’s efforts for the first time since 2008.

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Donorbox

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

With the clock ticking, many organizations turn to giving season peer-to-peer and crowdfunding tools to finish strong […] The post Boost Giving Season Fundraising with Peer-to-Peer and Crowdfunding appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. Perhaps they haven’t reached their goal. Maybe they want to achieve new goals.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 19, 2021

It's important to get an overall picture of how your constituents interact with your organization and vice versa, as well as gather and analyze data about past peer-to-peer campaigns and events.

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sgEngage

MARCH 13, 2024

The 12th edition of the Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Benchmark Report is here! This report compares peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising data from 2020, 2021, and 2022. As peer-to-peer fundraisers are all too aware, those were particularly disruptive years for the industry given the impact of COVID-19 on in-person events.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 8, 2021

The truth is that the nonprofit sector has been innovating with peer-to-peer fundraising for some time now. Many organizations have been expanding their reach beyond traditional run, walk and ride events.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2023

Social fundraising practitioners who grew up doing walks, runs and rides can have difficulty relating to livestreaming. We sometimes don’t want to believe that these online (especially gaming) communities are real communities. But make no mistake — they are.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Keela, a Vancouver-based fundraising CRM, has announced that it will be adding a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) feature to its software. The decision to add a P2P fundraising feature to Keela will come as no surprise to users as it has been a highly requested feature both from customers and prospects.

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OneCause

AUGUST 2, 2023

Peer-to-peer fundraising offers big benefits for your nonprofit. One of the most important components of a strong peer-to-peer fundraising event or campaign is your participants, or volunteer fundraisers. So, let’s look at some proven tips to help your nonprofit recruit and retain more peer-to-peer participants.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Here's how to make peer-to-peer hybrid events successful in 2021 and beyond from Sue Citro, chief experience officer for Best Friends Animal Society; Nick Ellinger, chief brand officer at Moore; and Peter Panepento, philanthropic practice leader at Turn Two Communications.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Donations: Pro Tips for Tackling Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Challenges Are you struggling to inspire donors and fuel your peer-to-peer fundraising program? Discover strategies that will not only overcome these challenges but also significantly increase the donations you receive.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 17, 2021

In our 2021 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study, we want to learn about your successes and what has held you back when it comes to peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns over the past year. Even if your nonprofit has never done peer-to-peer fundraising — or doesn't even know what it is — your insight is still valuable.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2019

And that’s where peer-to-peer fundraising comes in. Peer-to-peer fundraising is a type of crowdfunding when you, a nonprofit, invite your supporters to set up personal fundraisers connected to an event or campaign on your nonprofit’s behalf. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Best Practices. Assign a point person.

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OneCause

JANUARY 29, 2024

Peer-to-peer fundraising is a powerful revenue-boosting strategy. Explore this list of the top peer-to-peer fundraising platforms to streamline your campaigns.

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DonorDrive

JUNE 7, 2023

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Programs by the Peer-to-Peer Professional Forum. DonorDrive customer MS Canada was also recognized for two programs in the Top 30 Canadian Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Programs List.

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