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Example Fundraising Scripts to Use When Asking for Donations

Bloomerang

Making fundraising calls can be nerve-wracking, but it helps to have a plan in the form of a fundraising script. In this guide, we’ll offer some tips and sample scripts you can use when calling donors to request a face-to-face meeting or directly request donations. Why and when to use a script for fundraising. Let’s dive in!

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Unlocking the Power of APIs: The SKY is the Limit!

sgEngage

There were a million scenarios and questions going through my head related to COVID-19, teaching remotely/hyflex/in person, reviewing assessment strategies, evaluating digital learning tools, maintaining student connection and community, etc. I’d never coded anything before diving into Google Apps Script a few years earlier.

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10 Questions You Can Ask Major Donors to Build the Relationship

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And the best way to get to know your major donors is to ask good questions that spark conversation. After you decide on your goal, think about the specific questions you want to ask. Having 5-10 good questions in mind can help you make sure you get the answers you’re looking for from the meeting. Understanding them. .

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How to generate advocacy calls from your supporters to elected officials

EveryAction

Decide who you want to call You might already have a good idea of who you want to target with these advocacy calls, but if you’re still trying to narrow down your options, asking a few questions can be helpful in clarifying and prioritizing your targets. Start by asking, “Who are the decision-makers closest to the issue right now?”

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Top Tips For Hosting Virtual Nonprofit Headquarter Site Visits

Bloomerang

The tour consumed most of the time available for the visit, with a few minutes left over for questions. Write a tightly crafted script—and rehearse it. Prepare a brief, 10-minute script about your nonprofit, your programs, and your outcomes. Rehearse the script so you know how long it takes you to get through it.

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The Secret Way To Boost Year-End Gifts

Bloomerang

Start with a straightforward script Give your volunteers a warm, personable thank you script. It should sound like a conversation (not like a thank-you script a robot might write). Your donors are touched when they hear from a leadership volunteer taking (unpaid) time from their busy day just to say thanks.

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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. 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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