Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2021

While some advice may suggest starting with determining a channel, the reality is, if you want the best results, you need to know who your audience is FIRST—and let that drive your decision about which channel you think they will respond to. . Options could include: Direct mail. Peer-to-peer fundraisers. Events (live or remote).

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 17, 2014

According to Chuck Longfield , ten years ago the average retention rates of a newly acquired donor were roughly 33%. Make a donor retention calendar to keep your donors loyal! OK, so donor retention isn’t part of your job description. Step Two: Make your Donor Retention more Manageable by Creating a Thanking Policy.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

Consider these tips to increase donor retention: Annual Information: Sharing your annual report—via your website, for example—demonstrates commitment to your mission, increasing donor trust. Staff should provide ethical advice and properly guide them through the cultivation process.

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Roundtree

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

My one piece of advice to my daughter and son-in-law at their wedding was “never assume what has never been said.” Scratch a personal thank you across the top of every donor receipt that goes into the mail. If your organization’s communication style is sporadic, then don’t be surprised when your donor retention rate is sporadic.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to attract corporate matching gifts: Dear Charity Clairity, I have a question about how to attract corporate matching gifts. Your organization Matching gifts lift average donation size, improve retention and donor lifetime value , and open the door to other giving.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 6, 2021

In this blog, you’ll learn about: Annual Giving, Donor Retention, Major & Legacy Gifts, Online Fundraising, Boards & Leadership, Content Marketing, Social Engagement , Strategy & Management, and Culture & Values. While her content might not look super modern, her advice is invaluable. Clairification .

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Qgiv

AUGUST 5, 2021

Reaching donors and engaging with them is important for donor retention! This means, you have their consent to reach out via direct mail, email, calls, and texts! Use that checkbox for event registrations, volunteer signup forms, and mailing list signup forms. That means more than half won’t make another gift to your nonprofit.

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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. Direct mail.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Offer specific options Most advice will say it’s important to give a specific amount when making a request. For example, if they previously gave $50, you might give options of $40, $50, and $60 to encourage retention and increase giving. In fact they are six times more likely to leave a legacy gift and have a retention rate of 90%.

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3rd Sector Labs

MAY 14, 2014

Well, our best advice is “ Don’t let the show stop!” And we wonder why retention rates are falling, and why donor acquisition efforts fail too often. Admittedly, for many of us in the sector, the very mention of ‘data analytics’ sounds intimidating. It’s a show-stopper.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2022

In this roundup, I compiled the best year-end fundraising advice from several nonprofit consultants in my network. If you had one piece of advice for successful end-of-year fundraising what would it be? If you’re going to mention your match in your direct mail appeal, you need to have it locked down before you go to print.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Send your survey via direct mail or email, depending on the donor’s communication preferences. Make responding to your inquiries easy with one-click survey responses or pre-addressed envelopes for return mail. Level B strategies will strive for retention and significant upgrades. Ask what advice they have for you.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

My first piece of advice is this: . Would you consider joining your mailing list? ACTIONS: Take stock now of the RETENTION strategies you currently employ. Individual donors stick with you if properly cultivated and asked, and will often include you in their estate plans if you’ve made them feel like members of your family.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Therefore, one of the best ways to encourage donors to make major gifts is by building relationships with supporters and focusing on donor retention and stewardship. For example, if your retention rate for your major gift program is low, you might consider revamping your major donor stewardship and appreciation program.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 30, 2017

From donor retention to nonprofit marketing to organizational leadership, every ebook is an invaluable resource. But this belief has been reinforced by the unfortunate existence of powerful, territory-protecting direct mail and online silos where never the twain shall meet. Sometimes online, sometimes through the mail, and often both.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 22, 2018

Opening Advice: First do no harm. Better retention? If you have access to it, what are the first-year and multi-year retention rates for these donors? Are they coming online or from events or direct mail? Solution: Put the donor back in the mail stream. One final piece of advice: Use a lifeline. More money?

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BoardAssist

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

Your donor loyalty and retention will go up. Here’s the advice from direct mail guru Mal Warwick, who has written over 22 books on nonprofit direct mail fundraising: “One appeal letter might bring about a 14% return, but a follow-up appeal or telephone call can raise that return up to about 42%.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 2, 2014

For advice on the topic, we turned to fundraising pro Rachel Muir. You will likely get voice mails but be surprised how quickly it takes and what a meaningful impact it can have on end of year giving and donor retention. How do we properly express our appreciation for their generosity? Thanks for this great guest post Rachel!

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Who doesn’t love receiving goodies in the mail? For more Donor love advice, check out the following resources: Show Donor Love With Incredible Thank-You Letters [The Guide] (qgiv.com) eBook: Grow Your Giving: Donor Cultivation Strategies for Every Nonprofit – Qgiv Success Center #DonorLove: Forever and a Day. Conclusion.

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Connection Cafe

AUGUST 7, 2017

GivingTuesday 2017 Webinar Series : Stay up to date with advice, how-tos, and more in the coming months with this webinar series. The New Normal in EOY Multi-Channel Fundraising : A successful marketing strategy has expanded beyond direct mail and email. Preparing your database. Use these tips to create a solid plan for Facebook.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 19, 2018

6 Tactics for Increasing Donor Retention by Rachel Clemens, Mighty Citizen . Donor retention rates haven’t snuck north of 50% in more than a decade. If so, you won’t want to miss Rachel’s tips on how you can help improve your nonprofit’s retention rate. . . Does that ring true for your organization?

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

For more advice, we recommend exploring our dedicated article. Separate those who will receive email invites from those who will receive direct mail invites. Remember, your supporters may have a communication preference or you might want to send physical mail (perhaps even a handwritten note) to your major gift donors.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 11, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants tips to improve first-time donor retention: Dear Charity Clairity, What tips would you give to a small to medium-size shop to improve first-time donor retention? Send new online donors an additional thank you by mail. If you thank well, you may get a lifetime of gifts.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 8, 2015

An email marketing campaign or direct mail piece can’t succeed without a great list. This will help maximize each mailing. Plus, updated and current lists make your donors happy because they aren’t receiving irrelevant mailings. It also means separating out donors by their giving patterns. Have a Process. Know the Process.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

You can show your value by demonstrating the relationship you have to engagement, recruitment, and retention. HR can also provide advice on conducting employee surveys. There are several areas to target for increased collaboration: Human Resources, Marketing, Communications, Executive Team. Human Resources.

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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. Plus, a good recurring donation program provides consistent funding for organizations and increases the retention rate. Analyze Your Audience. Thank You Letters.

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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. Plus, a good recurring donation program provides consistent funding for organizations and increases the retention rate. Analyze Your Audience. Thank You Letters.

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Bloomerang

JULY 22, 2022

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. . Renew 70% of ongoing, repeat donors (the national average repeat donor retention rate is $61% ; you can beat this by developing a donor love and loyalty plan ). 1,000 – $2,499.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 31, 2017

For more advice on the platform selection process, check out this @Pay article. Building trust with donors is key for donor retention and your nonprofit’s reputation. Also let them know that they will receive an email confirmation, direct mail acknowledgement, or both shortly. Mistake #5: Not Being Mobile-Savvy.

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Allegiance Group

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Fundraising CRM If you’re not currently using a fundraising CRM, you could be missing out on revenue and donor retention opportunities. Add text-to-donate codes to your direct mail and use the tool to promote other ways to get involved. The Ultimate Guide to Direct Mail Fundraising for Nonprofits.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

By leveraging multiple communication channels—email, mobile, direct mail, websites, social media, paid and earned media, SEO, and more, you expand your reach to engage new donors and supporters. We hope you find their advice for nonprofit multi-channel marketing helpful! Why is it important for nonprofits?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 31, 2021

As copywriter and donor retention expert Lisa Sargent notes, rather than a “hook,” consider your letter’s lead an opportunity. “…An Her advice? I see it in the overflowing box of direct mail in my office and the hundreds of never-opened deleted emails. That’s when you want to take the advice of Mark Phillips of Blue Frog. “I

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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. And I learned a lot about fundraising before the internet, when you just dialed for dollars and sent mailings and had a lot of house parties. . She called.

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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. One bit of evidence that this is working well is that our client retention rate is about 99%.and Philip King: Ask about their client retention rate: I think this is key.

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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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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2021

You can read her awesome advice in many leading industry publications and blogs, as well as her own website. ” Lots of great advice for you on getting a kickstart for your end-of-year fundraising campaigns. . They do the mailing. Maybe you send one email, and you don’t do any direct mail. Type in or choose.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

You were looking at some sort of return on investment selection tool or something before you put an appeal to those donors in the mail. So again, did someone come in as a major donor, did someone come in on email, or did they come in on direct mail? You know, do you send them a direct mail piece, but they give online?

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