Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

By Gary Wohlfeill , Director of Marketing at CrowdRise , who works with partners to develop highly engaging fundraising campaigns and leads the marketing team in developing the CrowdRise brand. But what exactly is social fundraising? . Social fundraising is when people (supporters, donors, evangelists, fundraisers, etc.)

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 8, 2023

Online giving is one of the fastest-growing donation methods. In 2022, online giving grew by 12.1% , motivating nonprofits to find more ways to connect with their supporters through digital channels. As a result, more organizations are looking for ways to implement an omnichannel fundraising and marketing strategy.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

We’re in the dog days of summer… And that can only mean one thing — year-end fundraising season is upon us! Why end-of-year fundraising? And even digital fundraising powerhouse NextAfter has conducted studies that reveal that multichannel has 212% more revenue than offline only. What channels did you use last year?

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

A well-rounded fundraising plan should include a variety of strategies like a signature event, appeals, monthly giving, and at least one online fundraising campaign. Just like anything else, you need a plan for fundraising online. With so many tools available, it’s easy enough to start an online fundraiser.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 23, 2023

Takeaway : Between economic uncertainty, global instability, and whatever new crisis is just around the corner, the thought of fundraising can be daunting. In times of crisis, donations surge : Don’t be afraid to ask for support this year. gave money, 20% donated goods, and 18% volunteered. Don’t be discouraged!

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

In part 1 of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Are there easily-identifiable links and buttons to your donate page or plugin? . Is it easy to get to your donation page or plugin from your home page? . If so, how?

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 15, 2024

However, if no one knows that your event is taking place, you won’t be able to achieve a high turnout or meet your fundraising goals. You can also create a creative event hashtag and ask your ambassadors to include it in their posts—this can help your organization reach new audiences and maximize fundraising success.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2022

Fundraising teams at the eye of the pandemic storm have experienced an eye-watering pace of change the past two years. Community fundraising and events were abruptly redirected online. Of nonprofits who added payment methods and donation options, the majority saw a positive impact.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A well-run and well-attended fundraiser could be a game changer for your nonprofit. Even worse: There’s no one right answer, no “one weird trick to sell fundraiser tickets” that stands head and shoulders above the rest. To sell more tickets to your nonprofit’s fundraiser, it’s going to require a multi-pronged strategy.

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NetWits

JUNE 13, 2011

Because when it comes to fundraising, this report firmly suggests that we aren’t.”. The study confirms what we already know: online donors are younger, have higher incomes and give larger initial gifts than offline-acquired donors. But they tend to make that second donation online only about half the time.”.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

Year-end fundraising is here. This is the time of year that your organization should be raising up to 40% of its donations online. Yes, that’s right – up to 40% of donations come in at the end of the year for many nonprofits that have a solid year-end fundraising plan in place and an engaged list of supporters.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

As you’re getting ready to launch your next fundraising event for your nonprofit, there’s a lot of moving pieces. But, one of the things that has the biggest potential to drive more ticket sales right off the bat is having an amazing fundraising event invitation that captures your audience’s attention.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Maybe your nonprofit hasn’t yet developed an online fundraising plan. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 29, 2022

Now let’s take a moment to consider this value in terms of fundraising, marketing, and program execution. Once you have a core group of volunteers, word-of-mouth can be one of your best channels for finding new volunteers. By using their preferred communication channel, you build rapport and receive responses quicker and easier.

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NetWits

MAY 22, 2012

Download the full Multichannel Fundraising Report. to learn more about the turn to online fundraising, the need for a multichannel approach and how direct mail is still alive and well. In fact, online donors are worth a lot more than offline donors. 2) Tie Offline Contact Directly to Online Gifts. Download Now!

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 26, 2024

From email to your website , your nonprofit’s digital presence spans multiple communication channels, each with its own unwritten rules for success. Managing several of these channels can easily monopolize your marketing team’s time and resources. Supporter fundraisers. Dedicated supporters may want to fundraise on your behalf.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Online fundraising allows your nonprofit to earn donations from a wide audience, growing your network and raising more for your cause. Today, most modern nonprofits engage in at least limited online fundraising to engage supporters even while following social distancing guidelines. Applying to Fundraise Online.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Though many nonprofits still bring in donations the old-fashioned way, online fundraising can be a cost-effective, quick way to boost revenue and can open up a world of possibilities for your organization. While any organization can benefit from online fundraising, each nonprofit finds success through different online strategies.

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Qgiv

MARCH 25, 2024

Crank up your nonprofit fundraising with a benefit concert! A benefit concert is a musical event used to raise money or awareness for a charitable cause through ticket sales and other donations during the event. Benefit concerts are often celebrations of major achievements or a part of a larger fundraising campaign.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

There are many reasons why direct mail donor acquisition can be a compelling fundraising tool that produces results that digital methods simply cannot. Fundraising Nonprofit Email Marketing: Is Email More Effective Than Direct Mail? The Benefits of Direct Mail for Donor Acquisition What’s so appealing about direct mail?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

GivingTuesday is an opportunity for people to give back to their communities by donating money, volunteering their time, or advocating for causes that they believe in. If that’s the case, we’d expect to see a high volume of one-time donations made by donors who never engage with a nonprofit after their initial transaction.

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NetWits

MAY 19, 2011

Whether it’s your first fundraising event, or tenth, helping supporters be great peer-to-peer fundraisers is always on the mind of successful event fundraising organizations. Giving them the tools they need to be successful fundraisers is important, but beyond that there’s so much more that can be done.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 10, 2021

That’s why it’s important for your nonprofit to make the most of your peer-to-peer fundraising events. We put together some peer-to-peer fundraising software tips that can make it easier for your supporters to raise funds on your behalf, host more profitable fundraising events, and other tips to boost your peer-to-peer efforts.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

50% of nonprofits receive the majority of donations from October through December, so it’s critical that you have a plan in place to maximize your fundraising efforts during this time. It’s crucial to understand just how important year-end fundraising is for your organization. What was our average donation size?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 16, 2013

If you have been following me on Twitter, Facebook, this blog or other social media channels, you know that my father passed away several weeks ago. This post summarizes the results and a few insights about social media fundraising and network strategies as a way to share back what I learned and to help bring some closure.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Ask: Send a personalized request for support that acknowledges the donor’s past gifts and shares the impact their donation will make. Your donor engagement strategy may outline different recognition tiers by gift amount ($50 donations receive a shout-out in your newsletter, and $250 donations receive a plaque, for example).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 24, 2014

It was one of the first 24-hour day of giving that rallies and inspires to donate to charities. On November 13, Minnesotans broke a record Thursday, donating more than $18 million to schools and non-profits. I am so excited that more organizations are getting donations than ever before on Give to the Max Day! Fundraising'

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

Nonprofit marketing is the use of strategic methods by organizations to promote their missions and secure donations and funding. This article covers the nuances of nonprofit marketing, exploring the different types, channels, and challenges. Digital marketing is comprised of various channels that involve their own strategies.

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Care2

AUGUST 9, 2013

Unfortunately the economy has taken its toll on charitable giving as donations have remained flat. Can you guess which generation is responsible for the most charitable donations? Not surprisingly Boomers Give 43% of all dollars donated. 72% of Boomers donate to charity. 88% of Matures donate to charity.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

The last three months of the year represent a critical time for the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. Charities that have traditionally focused on offline fundraising have also learned in recent years the importance of online giving. billion donated in 2007. Steve MacLaughlin, Blackbaud.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

When you start planning your fundraising events, you want to make registration and management as easy as possible for both you and your donors. With the right event management software for nonprofits, you can run your fundraising events more efficiently, helping you raise more money for your cause.

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Everyaction

MAY 24, 2018

Digital fundraisers are busier than ever, reaching more people through digital channels than ever before. There is a lot of learning and experimenting going on in digital fundraising, which is fueling new innovations in how to raise money across the whole spectrum of digital channels. This is where EveryAction comes in!

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Thousands of nonprofits use EveryAction every day to raise money, manage offline fundraising through pledges and grants, send emails, run nonprofit digital advocacy campaigns, and so much more. This network effect makes EveryAction donation pages some of the highest-converting in the industry. Have easy access to the voter file.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

People like to donate money around the holidays, and with Thanksgiving right around the corner, year-end fundraising is about to begin. How big of a role will mobile fundraising play? That’s pretty low considering that the average one time online donation is about $60.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

However, learning to properly market online and offline is an important opportunity for organizations. Here are some common nonprofit marketing goals to get you started: Increase donations. Average donation amount. Channel preference (social media vs. email). Gather past content from a specified time period and channel.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 13, 2011

Year-end fundraising is here. This is the time of year that your organization should be raising up to 40% of its donations online. Yes, that’s right - up to 40% of donations come in at the end of the year for many nonprofits that have a solid year-end fundraising plan in place and an engaged list of supporters.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Last year for a research study, I signed up to get emails from 152 Canadian charities to see how they were capturing emails and then what they were sending when it came to fundraising (more on why and the research study here ). Retention increases by 29% for offline donors when you have their email address.

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