Double the Donation

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Create a standardized script. Include matching gifts in call scripts. Prepare for donor questions. 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.

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Qgiv

MARCH 27, 2023

To use ChatGPT, all you have to do is create an account and then ask a detailed question for the AI to generate a response to. You can ask ChatGPT to create a thank you phone script for your volunteers, create an email thank you template, thank you messaging for a specific campaign you’ve run, and more!

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 30, 2014

Maybe, but for many NPOs, saddling up, getting down in the dirt and hitting the phones is still one of the most effective ways to get those donations. We’re also wannabe hipsters, however, so today we’re going to walk you through how to improve your nonprofit’s phone fundraising because, well, we’re totally retro and not mainstream.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Be fully prepared to answer the questions your donor probably already has in her mind. Sometimes you can ask for donations solely online; in other cases, it may be better through a one-on-one meeting, a presentation, or a phone call. In person, on the phone, or video chat, you want to reaffirm your connection. “I So do I.” “I

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 13, 2021

Video and audio equipment are a must (even if they are through your phone), as well as an encoder, virtual event platform, and internet connection. . Have support staff on hand to moderate any live stream chats, to answer any questions, and to help the presenter with where to go. . Setting Up Your Live Stream.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 2, 2023

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Thank you phone calls have the effect of closing the loop, helping to keep alive the warm glow people experience when making a gift. Someone donors could call back with questions if they wanted to.]

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

You get to mingle with donors and ask great discovery questions. 5 questions to ask yourself before you do a donor cultivation event: What are you already doing with clients that would be meaningful for your donors to see? Ensure you are prepared last-minute questions on the day. . Why should you do a donor cultivation event?

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fusionSpan

OCTOBER 14, 2021

The image below is a Rscript that compares Salesforce Contact Data, it loads the data, finds the common key for records, then does the comparison: In our example, we are trying to figure out which contacts had their state and phone number changed between 2019 and 2020. The script is easy to write and execution time is short.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Recent evidence from the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG) indicates that grantmakers are asking the same questions with slight differences across funders, wasting a significant amount of a nonprofit's time during the application process. questions) that are similar and shared by many funders.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

The internet — and even phones, to some extent — have produced a certain amount of anonymity when it comes to asking for donations and making contributions. These methods should include: Phone calls. Donation Request Script for Recurring Donors. Still have questions? Letters and cards.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 23, 2023

Invite questions. Provide the name and contact information for the person the donor should contact should they have any questions. Most donors will not make contact, but it builds trust and strengthens your relationship with the donor to let them know you are open to answer any questions they might have.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 26, 2021

Through your explainer video, you explain something, like your program or mission, and answer a few common questions that people might have. For a longer video, consider writing a script. Scripting: Even if you don’t plan to read from a script, you still should write a script. What problem are you addressing?

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AccelEvents

JANUARY 13, 2021

Video and audio equipment are a must (even if they are through your phone), as well as an encoder, virtual event platform, and internet connection. . Have support staff on hand to moderate any live stream chats, to answer any questions, and to help the presenter with where to go. . Setting Up Your Live Stream.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 6, 2012

Instagram is a photo-sharing app (for Android phones and the iPhone) that has a built-in social network. Andreas decided to build his own using a basic photo printer (he used the Canon Selphy CP800, which retails between $75 and 90) and a script that can download photos from your phone to a computer. Andreas used this workflow.

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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. Do a live role play to help people feel more comfortable and take commentary and questions afterwards. If not, give these donors a phone call pronto. Begin with an ice breaker to make it fun.

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Byte Technology

JANUARY 3, 2017

These are all questions serious website owners should be asking themselves. Consider all the answers to these questions carefully and pinpoint exactly what matters the most. The choices can be a bit mind boggling, especially for beginners. Is a free host the way to go? What about a shared platform? And what about security?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

If you put your question in there, it might have a little bit more visibility. But no matter where you ask that question, we’ll see it, and we will try to get to it before the 4:00 Eastern hour here. You can also tweet us those questions and comments, we’d love to hear from you there. It’s not a question.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Note from Beth: How often have those of worked in nonprofits asked the question or been asked the question by funders, “What’s the impact?” ” And that’s a difficult question to answer – whether it is your social or network strategy or a work of art. Who are we trying to reach?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Create an eye-catching donation form Steward donors with an email campaign Encourage donors to take part in fundraising events Get supporters to fundraise on your behalf with peer-to-peer fundraising Reach donors where they are – on their phones! Reach donors where they are – on their phones!

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EveryAction

JUNE 20, 2023

We also recently made enhancements to our OpenVPB phone bank organizing tool to allow users to set a default script and up to four alternate scripts for their phone banks. Q+A As Bonterra, we don’t just have updates to share about our product roadmap—we also wanted to provide answers to some questions you’ve had for us.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 28, 2020

Host a Zoom call for supporters to write letters, send emails, make scripted calls to elected officials like Swing Left is doing. Host a virtual phone bank for supporters to contact local businesses and grocery stores requesting excess food donations. – Host virtual “office hours” where people can drop in to ask questions.

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Supply sample fundraising emails, Facebook posts, tweets, phone scripts, thank you notes, approved logos, etc. While success stories may have provided ideas, these sessions will let fundraisers “ask the experts” and get their questions answered. When someone creates a fundraising page, call to say thanks and answer questions.

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

I often tell folks that making a practice of self-editing is a great way to level up : finish your draft (email appeal, social media post, video script, or whatever else), walk away from it for a minute, and then go back and make changes as an editor would. They might not get breaking news alerts on their phone.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 16, 2021

Psychological segmentation answers the question of why your donors choose to support your organization. Messages could have a bigger impact if they are scripted to address their preferred type of commitment. Their Role Within Your Organization. A nonprofit’s donors participate in a variety of ways in your nonprofit.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 8, 2016

Determine Questions. Generate some of your own questions for potential funders. Plan to ask some of the following common questions as well: Can they share with you the review process? Create a Script. Don’t ask questions about things they’ve already answered in their published materials. Don’t go off script!

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Forj

MARCH 8, 2017

So the question holds, how can associations use video in their efforts to promote educational products? Camera (phone or webcam). Audio Recording/Microphone (phone or webcam). Step 2: Write a script. And, most importantly, how can they do this right now? Basic Tools Needed for Video Creation. Non-Member?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Just use your phone. A simple script might sound like this: “ Hey, I heard from our Executive Director that our program would not be successful were it not for you, and I wanted to say thank you.” Encourage everyone to personalize their messages and mention specific things the volunteer did that made an impression.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

Get a clock that counts seconds, like your watch or cell phone. And believe me, the question comes up with donors more than you’d think. The director tells the actors what to do, where to stand, and how to deliver the script. Getting Starting with the Fundraising Process. Try this exercise. Think of this comparison.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 23, 2008

For folks who are unfamiliar with webinars, they are online classes where participants watch the speaker's presentation on the web, while listening to it via their phone. NTEN, Idealware, and TechSoup host webinars that will answer many of your burning nonprofit and technology questions! Write the script, then create the PowerPoint.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 11, 2022

The easiest place to start is with the practical question of how much your project is going to cost. If they have indicated they prefer to be contacted by phone rather than email, make sure you call them. This will help you build your budget and create a solid marketing strategy. Making a Budget for Your Plan.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 27, 2010

I got an email from hosts Chris Uschan and Tony Veroeven who shared some numbers, "We had 190 attend and ask 140 questions in a back channel that looked like Clark Griswald 's House at Christmas!". Otherwise, more advanced people might get bored or start ask more detailed technical questions.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

And then we’ll have some time for question and answers to make sure that we can do our best to address some of the things that you and your teams and your boards are facing today. So we have three questions that will help anchor our conversation. And just to make it easy, we’ll ask you to type your questions in the chat.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 23, 2015

Because whether you’re crafting emails or designing web experiences, you will ask yourself the two big questions over and over. Now you may be saying, “Okay, I’m a good designer but I’ve got some really hard questions like…” How do I pick between multiple designs when I love all three? .

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 11, 2022

There will be times when you feel discouraged and also times when you feel a thrill when your phone dings, letting you know someone donated through your website. Your website exists to tell the world why your organization is important, answer basic questions, and give people a place to learn more or get involved with your nonprofit.

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 19, 2017

To add this code you’ll need access to place the script in the header or footer tags of your website. Imagine the impact of your online fundraisers if your development team could instantly answer questions or assist in the donation process. If you have a developer they can set it up in as little as 10 minutes.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 26, 2011

The answer to most of those questions would likely be limited staff resources. Give each board member a handful of phone numbers to call and a thank you script if you like. I prefer the phone call approach. Why do so many gifts knowingly go unthanked? Or incomplete donor records. Or a lack of time overall.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 3, 2007

Jon Udell answered my questions ! Nor I have been able to find his phone number or email to ask him directly. I'd love to know: How much scripting does he do prior to the interview? There is a third option - which is expensive - is to use a device like Telos to record from the phone directly into the computer.

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