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Breaking Down Organizational Silos to Create an Optimal Omnichannel Experience

NonProfit PRO

Creating a seamless customer experience may sound daunting at first. But it’s worth it. A key component to adopting an omnichannel approach for your fundraising and marketing campaigns is to identify and break down the organizational silos standing in your way.

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Business Process Reviews – SO much better than they sound!

Gravitate

Recently, as I’ve been talking to clients about the impact that the pandemic has had on their members, conferences, and budgets moving forward, the topic of improving efficiencies and better utilizing existing software systems inevitably comes up.

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Be a Smart Small Fundraiser

NonProfit PRO

While the concept of fundraising via e-appeals and mail may sound so last century, I assure you it is an important foundational piece for a fundraising program of the 2020s.

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Surround Sound Fundraising

NTEN

"Surround sound fundraising recognizes that there is no such thing as a single-channel donor, because there is no such thing as a single-channel person." Savvy nonprofits are moving to “surround sound” fundraising. Brenna Holmes. Vice President of Digital. Chapman Cubine Adams + Hussey.

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Financial Systems Integrations:  It’s less scary than it sounds

NonProfit Hub

The post Financial Systems Integrations: It’s less scary than it sounds appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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Why Your Supporter Should Be at the Heart of Everything You Say

NonProfit PRO

The use of the word, “talking” is deliberate here because your communications should sound like a personal conversation you are having with your donor. As much as we all dislike encounters with me-focused people, we can sometimes slip into the same kind of mindset when talking with our donors in our online and offline fundraising programs.

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A Technology Assessment Untangles IT and Then Some

.orgSource

Does that sound like your technology experience? The best IT systems are the ones you don’t think about. They make child’s play out of data analytics, keep users smiling, and reliably work to boost the bottom line. I didn’t think so. There’s a reason why. Back when there were fewer IT choices, a technology purchase […].

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5 Ways to Make Your Email Fundraising Appeals Sound More Human

NonProfit Hub

Together with the TSHA team, we devised a treatment that sounded more like something a human would write. But the subject line sounded grandiose and possibly hyperbolic. Maybe it sounds more like “marketing” in our heads. The post 5 Ways to Make Your Email Fundraising Appeals Sound More Human appeared first on Nonprofit Hub.

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Unsatisfied: Do Your Donors Feel Like They’ve Been Swindled After Giving?

NonProfit PRO

Does this sound familiar? We’ve all been there. A purchase that seemed like a good idea at the time but with such terrible follow up, we’ve vowed never to shop or visit again. Here is the hard truth, unfortunately. Is this how our donors feel? Unsatisfied and regretting their gift to our organizations almost as soon as they make it?

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Live Video Versus Pre-Recorded Videos for Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

While that might sound good in theory, is it indispensable to make that spend if a nonprofit has a small budget? Not too long ago, a nonprofit pro asked in a social group what others would do to market and promote their organization with a limited budget.

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Book Review of Erica Waasdorp’s ‘Monthly Giving Made Easy’

NonProfit PRO

At first, I thought that Erica’s approach to monthly giving sounded too good to be true. But after the two webinars, several delightful conversations and reading her new book, "Monthly Giving Made Easy," I’m convinced that it definitely is that good and that easy!

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Can Recurring Giving Really Be That Simple?

NonProfit PRO

Maybe because we think that if it sounds too simple, it just can’t be true. We fundraisers tend to overthink things. I’m not totally sure why, but fact is that we do. That’s why I wanted to share few different angles on how this year, you may wish to adopt a new year’s resolution to adopt a simpler approach.

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How to Start a Chamber of Commerce in 7 Steps

Wild Apricot

If you think a “chamber of commerce” sounds a little old-fashioned, even a little pretentious, you’re not the only one. But the archaic-sounding name makes sense seeing as how the first chamber of commerce was founded in France in.

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Can You Hear Me Now? Does good-quality audio really make a difference?

Association TV

One frequently overlooked, but just as important, piece of the content puzzle is how it sounds. When planning a video, content creators frequently focus on the visual intrigue of a project – how will it be filmed, how will the message be conveyed on-screen, what branding and assets will be used.

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How to Maintain Relevance and Revenue in Today’s Economy

Association Analytics

At first glance, the idea of making more revenue through fewer sales might sound more enticing. Doing More With Less It may sound counterintuitive, but there’s no better time to set up systems and processes than in a down economy. Product A’s price point is $1,000 so you only sold 20 units of that product.

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Summer Days with Mountains to Sound Greenway

GroundWire

We recently built a website and integrated database for the awesome Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust here in Washington state. This weekend, they’re kicking off 100 days of 100 things to do over 100 miles of gorgeous Washington soil and sound. The Mountains to Sound Greenway 20th Anniversary Trek!

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Nonprofit Financial Planning: How to Create a Blueprint for Sustainability

Wild Apricot

Proper financial planning and establishing sound accounting practices for your nonprofit are key to remaining sustainable. Here's how you can get started!

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Lessons from the Field: How Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound Turned a Major Event into a Virtual Fundraiser

Connection Cafe

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound was excited to host their annual Big Breakfast, a celebration of their impact on the community and their second highest grossing fundraiser of the year , on March 26, 2020. We are inspired by your grit and determination! .

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How To Design A Giving Tuesday Landing Page That Drives Donations

Donorbox

Building and marketing a campaign that would attract donors might sound simple in theory, but the execution is the most challenging part. As the market trends evolve, it’s becoming more challenging to find the right way to execute a successful non-profit campaign.

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7 Tips on Staying Sane When You’re Working From Home

Wild Apricot

Working from home sounds great in theory, but it comes with its own challenges, especially when we're all dealing with a global pandemic. Here are some tips on how to make the most of it and stay sane in the process.

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Budgeting and Forecasting for Nonprofits & Charities

Charity Village

Original Broadcast Date: August 11, 2022 Summary: Having a sound budget is essential for every nonprofit and charity. A sound budgeting process allows organizations to better manage their funds and provides greater transparency to funders. However, creating a good budget comes with its challenges.

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Artificial Intelligence for Government

Forum One

Sound Monitoring – There are many ways to tell if a plane or truck needs to be fixed, including visual inspection, time since last maintenance, odometer readings, etc. For specialized mechanics, sound can be a telltale sign that something is amiss.

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Nonprofit Credit Card Processing: Everything You Need to Know

Wild Apricot

Credit card processing for nonprofits may sound high-tech and complicated, but even the smallest organization can easily get set up to receive payments. Here's how to get started.

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This is What the Participatory Museum Sounds Like

Museum 2.0

It's late in the afternoon. I'm cranking away on a grant proposal, when suddenly, a classical rendition of "All the Single Ladies" wafts up the stairs. In the office, colleagues lift their heads. "Is someone asks. Yup," another nods. This is the magic a piano in the lobby makes. We've now had a piano in the MAH lobby for several months.

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Feel good or fear? How you can move donors to act

Hands on Fundraising

I know, it sounds nuts, right? Here in the northern hemisphere, the sun is shining, the weather is warm… it’s summer. My favorite time of year. That means it’s time to start thinking about your year-end appeal. But if you want the chance […]. The post Feel good or fear?

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Why “Segmentation” Isn’t as Scary as It Sounds (And You NEED It In Marketing)

NonProfit Hub

The post Why “Segmentation” Isn’t as Scary as It Sounds (And You NEED It In Marketing) appeared first on Nonprofit Hub. Make sure you’re paying special attention to the people who care enough to donate their time. That’s a telltale sign that they’re already committed to your NPO. Featured Fundraising Nonprofit Marketing Plan'

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[DATA] 11 Must-Know Stats About Nonprofit Websites

Nonprofit Tech for Good

It’s worth noting that in the survey the questions about website communications are only presented to those that have working knowledge in nonprofit website management, thus ensuring that the data is sound to use as benchmarks in your nonprofit’s website communications strategy. 6% use Wix. 5% use Squarespace.

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Why Data Cleanup Is Actually a Team-Building Exercise

DonorPerfect

Data cleanup sounds about as exciting as deep cleaning your house, but it actually has the potential to bring your fundraising team closer together. Hear me out. A clean home means a clear head, right? The same is true for a healthy donor database and healthy work relationships.

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Video Marketing on Social Media: Best Practices & Inspiration for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Another consideration is that around 80% of videos in social feeds are watched with the sound off. Facebook recommends that you “design for sound-off, delight for sound-on.” Next, think of short, punchy text that entices and adds context for sound-off viewing. Timeliness Is Everything.

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Sponsorship and Car Sales 

The Sponsorship Collective

Pushy salespeople, mountains of paperwork, leases that sound good until you actually have to start paying them. I’m sure everyone has a horror story or two about buying a car, right? If you’re like me and it’s been a while since you’ve bought a car, then you can write off some of these terrible tales […].

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7 Tips to Maximize Value When Choosing Fundraising Software

Tech Soup Blog

Some of these tools might sound extremely appealing, offering low cost, fast implementation, and enticing bells and whistles. Any development professional will tell you that there are lots of fundraising tools on the market.

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Give Joy!

.orgSource

You just have to remember to do it, which isn’t always as simple as it sounds. When I Googled “How to create joy at work” these are a few of the best ideas I found. How easy is that! There’s a reason they call it work. Occasionally stress gets the upper hand. It can be hard to remember to greet your comrades in disruption with a happy face.

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Apply now for pro-bono professional consulting services

Charity Village

Strong expert advice by diverse groups of pro-bono consultants is underpinned by sound research foundations, co-creating new, innovative solutions. So many non-profits have benefitted from […] The post Apply now for pro-bono professional consulting services appeared first on CharityVillage.

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5 Year-End Fundraising Emails That Are Sure to Increase Donations

Wild Apricot

Sending more year-end fundraising emails without burning out your list sounds like a dream come true, right? Here are the five emails you need to send to build relationships with your donors and increase donations.

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Relationship Building in Sponsorship 

The Sponsorship Collective

I know, that sounds surprising, right? There’s a misconception among sponsorship seekers that you have to build a relationship with your sponsors to increase the chances of working with them again. And while I agree that sponsor relationships are important, they’re maybe not quite as important as you’d think.

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How to Find, Solicit, & Steward Major Donors

DonorPerfect

Of course, generating more funds for your mission sounds great, but who exactly are these donors and how can your organization justify spending time on a Read More ». The post How to Find, Solicit, & Steward Major Donors appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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5 Tricks for Writing Better Fundraising Emails

Get Fully Funded

Stop trying to sound smart when you write fundraising emails. When you try too hard to sound smart, you sound inaccessible and inauthentic. Think about having a conversation with a friend and just sounding like you. Think about having a conversation with a friend and just sounding like you.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] Should We Host a Major (Virtual) Donor Thank You Party?

Bloomerang

Make sure the event sounds enticing however. Include an interesting speaker, a Q & A on a hot topic, a presentation of long-awaited research or survey results, an opportunity to socialize in break-out rooms, a live performance, and anything you can think of that sounds stimulating, lively, and fun.

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What Do Successful Associations Have in Common? What We’re Learning from the Associations Thrive Podcast

The MatrixFiles

This sounds so unbelievably obvious, but it makes sense. What do successful organizations all have in common? Here’s what we’ve learned so far: Successful organizations have chief executives that work cooperatively with their Board.

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How To Design A Giving Tuesday Landing Page That Drives Donations (Updated – 2021)

Donorbox

Building and marketing a campaign that would attract donors might sound simple in theory, but the execution is the most challenging part. Product marketing for-profit or non-profit is no walk in the park. As the market trends evolve, it’s becoming more challenging to find the right way to execute a successful non-profit campaign.