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How to Build Your Capital Campaign Plan

CauseVox

Many of your donations will come in as pledges and some number will drop off over time. To help combat that, use automated pledge fulfillment (we recommend using our Pledge Now, Pay Later functionality) to make sure these pledges come through. An example of Pledge Now, Pay Later. Next, think about attrition.

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How to Run a Capital Campaign

CauseVox

Generally a capital campaign happens in two parts: a silent phase and a public phase. The Silent Phase of Your Capital Campaign. The first portion of your capital campaign is what’s called the Silent Phase or the Quiet Phase. The Public Phase of Your Capital Campaign. Let’s take a look at each one.

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Citizen Philanthropy: Delivering Impactful Pro Bono Support From Anywhere

Saleforce Nonprofit

Upon further refinement, we crafted a phased approach for implementation to support V2I in their execution. These initiatives will be short-term in nature (1-8 weeks), and will be positioned to Pledge 1% companies for their employees to engage in curated, digital, and skills-based volunteering based on availability and interests.

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4 Communications Strategy Tips for Donor Retention

sgEngage

A prevailing myth in the nonprofit sector is that traditional mail has been phased out by the internet. They believe direct mail is better at telling a touching story and conveying facts than digital methods. Consider this: your current donors have passed through the donor journey, found your cause deserving, and pledged their support.

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Ning saying no to free networks

Amy Sample Ward

We will phase out our free service. [ Read the full letter here. ]. Please share your ideas, your stories and your examples. If you haven’t already, please also sign the Change.org pledge here. We really want to ensure this tool continues enabling communities, regardless of their budget.

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Fundraising Planning Guide, Calendar, Worksheet, + Template

CauseVox

They’re organized, actionable and tell a complete story of how you’re going to achieve your goals. While you might be in a planning phase for your annual fundraising goals and plans, don’t forget that you could also create one of these for every campaign you run – it’s a great tool for many uses. Fundraising Goals.

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How to Personalize and Automate the Welcome Series for Your New Supporters

Connection Cafe

It’s the phase in the relationship when we want (and expect) to be courted — for the welcome mats to be rolled out for us. We call it the honeymoon phase, but it’s not just reserved for our romantic relationships. When a new supporter shows an affinity to your cause, they, too, expect you to roll out the welcome mat.