Advice, Charity, Report and Retention

[ASK AN EXPERT] How Do You Calculate Your Nonprofit’s Average Dollar Retention Rate?

Bloomerang

JUNE 3, 2022

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to calculate an accurate nonprofit dollar retention rate. Dear Charity Clairity, When you write “the average dollar retention is just 47%,” I’m not sure what that means.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What’s A Good New Donor Acquisition Rate?

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 11, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what would be considered a good new donor acquisition rate. Dear Charity Clairity, I’m wondering if you have a data point readily available in your brilliant brain?

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10 Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

The third post in this series, 10 Donation Page Best Practices for Nonprofits , provides detailed advice, but its worth reiterating that the first step in being successful in online fundraising is having well-designed, data-driven donation pages. According to the Global Trends in Giving Report , 33% of donors worldwide give tribute gifts.

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The Great Mysteries of Donor Retention

Care2

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

All nonprofits struggle with donor retention. Donor love is how Blackbaud npExperts frame the subject, and we dug into the second part of their recent report for this blog post.). 36% of donors give more generously to charities that communicate measurable accomplishments. What are your tried and true methods for donor retention?

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The Ice Bucket Challenge Epilogue: Data

3rd Sector Labs

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Let me offer one piece of advice: let’s not get distracted by the story and instead focus on the epilogue – the Ice Bucket Epilogue: it’s about the data. It’s true – Mashable reported this amazing data milestone in September. The same advice applies to any charity in a similar situation.

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9 Underutilized Emails that Improve Donor Retention

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2014

The 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report was released last week and one of the more interesting findings was that donor retention remainsa lower priority. As my colleague Frank Barry mentioned, most nonprofits stink at donor retention. Over the past 10 years, donor retention has fallen from 33% to 27%.

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9 Underutilized Emails that Improve Donor Retention

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2014

The 2014 Nonprofit Communications Trends Report was released last week and one of the more interesting findings was that donor retention remainsa lower priority. As my colleague Frank Barry mentioned, most nonprofits stink at donor retention. Over the past 10 years, donor retention has fallen from 33% to 27%.

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3 Unexpected Lessons Nonprofits Learned from the Pandemic

Saleforce Nonprofit

JUNE 14, 2022

Hybrid Work Emerged as a Staff Retention and Development Tool. Some of the biggest ideas borne out of necessity revolved around fundraising and donor retention. Two years later, nonprofits report that digital fundraising, in some cases, actually led to better results. In the U.K., About the Authors. Katharine Bierce.

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Lesson Learning North America Nonprofit

3 Ways to Assess Donor Giving Patterns to Boost Donations

Achieve

JUNE 1, 2023

Their retention rate. Your online donor retention rate. Run metrics reports regularly and share the results with your team to ensure everyone is on the same page about how your strategy is going. He has served this sector for 33 years and is considered the most well-known senior statesman whose advice is sought constantly.

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Donation Donor Giving Demographics

Nonprofit Fundraising: How to Run an Effective Campaign

Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

When developing a fundraising strategy, your best bet is to concentrate on two areas: your most productive donor groups and high-impact donor recruitment and retention. Your fundraising strategy should include plans for donor acquisition and retention with an emphasis on recruiting high-impact donors. New, lapsed, or at-risk donors.

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24 Nonprofit Resources for your Mid-Year Check In: A Smart Fundraiser’s Summer Reading Checklist

Connection Cafe

JUNE 22, 2017

Charitable Giving Report Quiz : The Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic released the 5 th annual Charitable Giving Report at the beginning of the year. You may have already read the report, but a few months later, do you remember everything that was in the report? Want some quick donor retention advice?

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The Best Donation Platforms for Nonprofits

Whole Whale

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Founded : 2016 Givebutter is a fast-growing fundraising platform used by more than 30,000 good causes – from youth groups to the world’s largest charities. Salsa’s benefits are in the data: On average, users see a 74% increase in donor retention, 28% increase in donation growth, and 24% increase in donor growth.

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4 Corporate Social Responsibility Facts SMBs Need to Know

Givinga

MARCH 5, 2019

Also referred to by the broader term, corporate responsibility (CR), these initiatives can include corporate philanthropy (awarding grants and donations to charities), employee volunteering, and corporate support or disavowal of social issues. Employees: There are several studies about the impact of CSR on talent acquisition and retention.

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15 Most-Read npENGAGE Articles from 2018

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Creating a Giving Tuesday Strategy That’s ‘Just Right’ by Andy Schroeder, Sisters of Charity BVM . Andy shares how Sisters of Charity BVM shattered their #GivingTuesday fundraising goals, and gives tips on how you can create a #GivingTuesday strategy that is “just right.”. . Does that ring true for your organization?

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The Nonprofit Summer Reading List

Connection Cafe

JUNE 28, 2019

Sector Insight: Charitable Giving Report Quiz : The Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic released the 6th annual Charitable Giving Report at the beginning of the year. You may have already read the report, but a few months later, do you remember everything that was in the report? The Nonprofit Summer Reading List.

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15+ Online Fundraising Platforms to Increase Giving

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

According to the 2024 Digital Fundraising Benchmark Report , new donors acquired online gave 19.4% Data management and reporting. You’ll need access to robust data management and reporting tools to track your fundraising progress and determine the success of your campaigns. Custom report building. Integrations.

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NTEN Celebrates National Volunteer Week: Honoring NTEN Committee Members

NTEN

APRIL 8, 2014

NTEN committee members are the volunteers who work behind the scenes, contributing their expertise, time, and advice to help shape NTEN programming. Graham Reid, Information Technology Manager, Catholic Charities Society. Today we''re giving a big thank-you to the dedicated members of NTEN''s committees. Membership Committee.

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Reinvigorate your Employee Giving Program

Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

You can show your value by demonstrating the relationship you have to engagement, recruitment, and retention. Develop a program for new employees to immediately give to their favorite charity, such as a Cause Card initiative. HR can also provide advice on conducting employee surveys. Human Resources.

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Donor Appreciation: Creating a Strategy (And 22+ Ideas!)

Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Here at Bloomerang, we specialize in donor retention. Retention is the key to maximizing your fundraising strategy, and appreciation is at the root of that strategy. Here’s the complete breakdown: 5% thought the charity did not need them. 18% thought the charity had poor service or communication. 16% passed away.

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Donor Appreciation: Creating a Strategy (And 22+ Ideas!)

Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Here at Bloomerang, we specialize in donor retention. Retention is the key to maximizing your fundraising strategy, and appreciation is at the root of that strategy. Here’s the complete breakdown: 5% thought the charity did not need them. 18% thought the charity had poor service or communication. 16% passed away.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] What Are The Best Ways To Identify Trends In My Data To Improve Annual Giving Planning?

Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2022

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to start identifying trends and major and mid-level donors in their data. . Dear Charity Clairity, I am working on building a better annual plan for our organization.

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Self Care in the Museum Workplace

Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Sample facts: 72% of employers say telework has a high impact on employee retention, over two-thirds of employers report increased productivity among telecommuters, and telecommuting programs reduce unscheduled absences by 63%. Elizabeth) I like this advice from Kat Boogard on The Everygirl.

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Understanding the Reasons for Nonprofit Donor Churn

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Let’s look at: What motivates donors to give to your charity? What they really want to hear from your appeal is what they are accomplishing by donating to your charity. In a report by the U.K.-based These donors donate to your charity with the expectation that: You use your funds efficiently.

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Donor Retention Nonprofit Charity

Great Year-End Advice For Leaders

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2010

Saturday, December 18, 2010 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Lynn Flinn of EWF International in Tulsa, OK wrote the following in a recent newsletter. Thanks Lynn for this great end-of-the-year advice. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Its so powerful I wanted to pass it along. Make conversation with your team.

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[VIDEO] 5 Must-Do’s of Year-End Fundraising Success

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Jacobwith will show you five powerful and simple “must do’s” to cut through year-end fundraising noise, help increase your Giving Tuesday success, and increase donor retention. Give us the weather report. Some of the folks that do a really great job of taking pictures in the field are the folks at Charity Water. Lori: I do too.

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[VIDEO] How to Talk about Legacy Giving Without Seeming Creepy

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2021

Although you can find some exclusive advice from her on our blog as well, which we’ll link to if you’re interested in learning that. Nearly 70% of people make gifts to charity during their lifetimes but only 6% leave a bequest. That’s the number one reason people don’t give to charity period. Why is that?

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Nonprofit CRM Trends Plus How to Choose an eCRM - Online Fundraising, Advocacy, and Social Media - frogloop

Care2

JULY 10, 2008

One of the most frequent questions Im asked as I meet nonprofit communications professionals, is for advice on choosing a CRM. Also, NTEN recently published a report on the results of a survey covering CRM satisfaction. Some of the providers you have mentioned do a good job for either very very small charities or very very big ones.

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Social Media Trend Advocacy Online

Show The Love: Thoughtful Engagement to Retain Donors [eBook]

Connection Cafe

JANUARY 15, 2014

What happens when 14 nonprofit experts come together to share tried-and-true donor retention strategies, tips and ideas? You end up with an extremely useful resource for any nonprofit professional looking to improve donor retention rates. Chapter 3 : The Perfect Donor Retention Plan Starts with a Calendar. By Roger M.

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Nonprofit Event Planning: A 12-Step Guide to Success

Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Step 2: Decide What Type of Charity Event to Hold This step demonstrates the difference between a simple task and an easy one. It could be a charity 5k, a pie-eating contest, or a battle of the bands. If you’re hosting a charity 5k, for example, you should help your runners raise money to support their participation.

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Never Say These Words To A Customer

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2010

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 Never Say These Words To A Customer Author Harvey MacKay wrote the following spot-on advice in his recent column in the Kansas City Business Journal. MacKay writes, "Common sense, thorough research and sound advice should allay your fears to a reasonable level." Take a moment. Make conversation with your team.

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Kansas City Kansas Mentoring Leadership

Top Five Factors That Drive Employee Loyalty

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 30, 2010

Employee pay often is not the most important driver for employee retention. To learn more about employee retention and the reasons employees decide to leave an organization, read Overland Park, KS author Leigh Branhams book, The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports.

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The Five Points Of Professionalism

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2010

Sunday, December 12, 2010 The Five Points Of Professionalism Heres more good advice from The Everything Coaching And Mentoring Book : Professional behavior on the job means that work habits are strong and consistent. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees.

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How Can a Museum Best Protect Its Assets?

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Frank reports that his backups were failing constantly and causing him stress in his careful, risk-based management approach. Backup retention periods that can be defined per job and per media server. Advice for Museums and Other Organizations Considering Veritas Backup Exec. " The Backup Crisis.

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112 Nonprofit Blog Posts, Articles, and Stories from 2013 You Can’t Miss.

Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

From #batkid to #GivingTuesday, the Next Generation of American Giving to Content Marketing for Nonprofits , storytelling to social fundraising, retention rates to relationship building, the roundup below covers it all (and everything in between). Curious about what other findings are reported in the study?

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Always Follow Through

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

If you say youll send a team member a report, do so. ▼ 2010 (108) ► December (9) 70 New Year's Resolutions For Leaders A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Ask Your Customers To Help You Write Your Strategi. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports.

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A Maxim For Leaders For 2011

Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2010

Tuesday, December 28, 2010 A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 I heard this advice quoted the other day and wanted to share it. All great advice for leaders and managers as we start 2011. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Do more than care: help. Do more than believe: practice. Do more than be fair: be kind.

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Four Tips And Observations For Leaders

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

Ensure employees know youve read the important reports they send to you. Get an ink stamp that says "Read by [insert your name]" and stamp each report you read. Then, route the report back to the applicable employee. The quality of reports will likely improve! Dont limit your time for only your direct reports.

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How To Write An Employee Satisfaction And Engagement Survey

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

. “An added benefit of conducting employee satisfaction research is that, in doing so, a company lets their employees know they are important, their opinions and suggestions matter, and there is a sincere desire to make the company an enjoyable place to work,&# reports Polaris. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports.

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What To Think About For Next Year

Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

▼ 2010 (108) ► December (9) 70 New Year's Resolutions For Leaders A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Ask Your Customers To Help You Write Your Strategi. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees.

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Mentoring Kansas City Kansas Leadership

Give Positive Feedback. Don't Praise.

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

Worse yet, without positive feedback, employees feel no sense that they are appreciated as individual talents with specific desires to learn and grow on the job and in their careers, reports Nicholas Nigro, author of, The Everything Coaching and Mentoring Book. The report that you just prepared for me was thorough and concise.

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Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees?

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 4, 2011

Business leaders can read Overland Park, KS’s Leigh Branham’s books: • The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave • Re-Engage to learn more about why employees leave their workplaces (including non-financial reasons), and what leaders can do to boost employee retention. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports.

Kansas City

Kansas City Mentoring Kansas Leadership

5 Open-Ended Questions To Ask Your Customers

Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Timms advice to stop asking your customers the "typical" questions and instead ask them open-ended questions. ▼ 2010 (108) ► December (9) 70 New Year's Resolutions For Leaders A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Ask Your Customers To Help You Write Your Strategi.

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How To Give Constructive Feedback

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 10, 2010

They provide the following great, simple and straight-forward advice about giving feedback: Make it timely -- give your feedback as soon as possible to the performance. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Make it individualized -- tailor your feedback to the feedback receiver. Make conversation with your team.

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Use New-Hire Employee Badges

Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

▼ 2010 (108) ► December (9) 70 New Year's Resolutions For Leaders A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011 Great Year-End Advice For Leaders Ask Your Customers To Help You Write Your Strategi. Dont limit your time for only your direct reports. Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees.

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[ASK AN EXPERT] How Do You Calculate Your Nonprofit’s Average Dollar Retention Rate?

[ASK AN EXPERT] What’s A Good New Donor Acquisition Rate?

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10 Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits

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The Great Mysteries of Donor Retention

The Ice Bucket Challenge Epilogue: Data

9 Underutilized Emails that Improve Donor Retention

9 Underutilized Emails that Improve Donor Retention

3 Unexpected Lessons Nonprofits Learned from the Pandemic

3 Ways to Assess Donor Giving Patterns to Boost Donations

Nonprofit Fundraising: How to Run an Effective Campaign

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The Best Donation Platforms for Nonprofits

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The Nonprofit Summer Reading List

15+ Online Fundraising Platforms to Increase Giving

NTEN Celebrates National Volunteer Week: Honoring NTEN Committee Members

Reinvigorate your Employee Giving Program

Donor Appreciation: Creating a Strategy (And 22+ Ideas!)

Donor Appreciation: Creating a Strategy (And 22+ Ideas!)

[ASK AN EXPERT] What Are The Best Ways To Identify Trends In My Data To Improve Annual Giving Planning?

Self Care in the Museum Workplace

Understanding the Reasons for Nonprofit Donor Churn

Great Year-End Advice For Leaders

[VIDEO] 5 Must-Do’s of Year-End Fundraising Success

[VIDEO] How to Talk about Legacy Giving Without Seeming Creepy

Nonprofit CRM Trends Plus How to Choose an eCRM - Online Fundraising, Advocacy, and Social Media - frogloop

Show The Love: Thoughtful Engagement to Retain Donors [eBook]

Nonprofit Event Planning: A 12-Step Guide to Success

Never Say These Words To A Customer

Top Five Factors That Drive Employee Loyalty

The Five Points Of Professionalism

How Can a Museum Best Protect Its Assets?

112 Nonprofit Blog Posts, Articles, and Stories from 2013 You Can’t Miss.

Always Follow Through

A Maxim For Leaders For 2011

Four Tips And Observations For Leaders

How To Write An Employee Satisfaction And Engagement Survey

What To Think About For Next Year

Give Positive Feedback. Don't Praise.

Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees?

5 Open-Ended Questions To Ask Your Customers

How To Give Constructive Feedback

Use New-Hire Employee Badges

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