M+R

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The deadline to join the 2023 Benchmarks Study is THIS Friday, December 2. The annual M+R Benchmarks Study is a tasty fusion of digital fundraising, advocacy, and marketing data. We hope you’ll join us and participate in our upcoming 2023 M+R Benchmarks. Join us for Benchmarks 2023 first appeared on M+R.

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M+R

APRIL 22, 2021

We are excited to report that the 2021 M+R Benchmarks Study is ready for you. Go explore the findings, charts, and analysis at mrbenchmarks.com. . You will find surprises, inspiration, and a wealth of information in the full Benchmarks Study. Audiences grew across all digital channels. 2021 Benchmarks UK FAQ.

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Classy

JUNE 23, 2021

We’ve made it easier than ever to effectively showcase your performance with three easy steps and our latest fundraising insights. Fundraising benchmarks help you elevate where your current strategy shines compared to peers in the sector. Step 2: Know Which Fundraising Benchmarks to Share With Your Nonprofit Board.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 2, 2021

The Open Data Project seeks to gain a better understanding of how NGOs, NPOs, and charities worldwide use technology for digital marketing and fundraising. Here are some simple suggestions: NGOs, NPOs, and charities can use the data to help craft their digital marketing and fundraising strategies. Upgrade as you grow.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 26, 2017

One important part of effective digital measurement is being able to benchmark your performance relative to your organization’s past performance or compared to peer organizations. One excellent resource to use for benchmarking nonprofit digital results (in the US) is the annual M&R Benchmarks study of nonprofit digital advocacy.

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NetWits

APRIL 12, 2013

Dennis McCarthy and I had the pleasure of presenting Online Benchmarking: What Worked in 2012 at the Nonprofit Technology Conference in Minneapolis, MN. NTEN and M&R also released their report, the 2013 eNonprofit Benchmarks Study. A benchmark study is a tool, and like any tool, it depends on how it’s used.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 16, 2021

In part one of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Start with benchmark data. Luckily, there are a number of great reports available to help you set a benchmark against industry averages. Track your own data.

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NetWits

APRIL 5, 2013

The much-anticipated 2013 eNonprofit Benchmark study was released last week. It contains online fundraising, advocacy, email, social, and mobile results from 55 U.S.-based Nonprofits often use this study to benchmark their own online activities and fundraising ideas. Make sure to check out these email fundraising ideas.

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M+R

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The big picture takeaway right now: most of our clients saw growth for Giving Tuesday 2023 and are going into end-of-year digital fundraising strong! Are they procrastinating on purpose just to stress us out while we refresh fundraising totals all morning? Dig we did — with 33 awesome M+R clients. SMS — time for a new approach?

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Whole Whale

JULY 17, 2024

Need to fundraise, but out of ideas on how to do it? Read on for 48 great ways to fundraise that really work, featuring examples from some of our favorite nonprofits including the Michael J. Plus more thoughts on auctions, events, online campaigns, and peer-to-peer fundraising ideas to get you started. We’ve got you covered!

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Care2

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

The latest Blackbaud Online Marketing Benchmark Study for Nonprofits analyzed data from more than 4,000 nonprofits to provide the largest analysis in online giving data. This is the second consecutive year that online giving has experienced double-digit growth rates. This just in! increase in online giving. increase from 2012.

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M+R

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The annual M+R Benchmarks Study is a tasty fusion of digital fundraising, advocacy, and marketing data. We hope you’ll join us and participate in our upcoming 2023 M+R Benchmarks. And reach out to benchmarks@mrss.com if you have any questions! The post Be Part of the 2023 M+R Benchmarks Study!

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M+R

JUNE 22, 2021

June 24, 2–3:30pm ET: “2021 M+R Benchmarks: A Deep Dive” with The Nonprofit Alliance. This year’s annual M+R Benchmarks Study includes front-page news, long-form analysis, mild-mannered reporting, and even a crossword puzzle all about the newest news and topical trends affecting nonprofit digital marketing, advocacy, and fundraising. .

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3rd Sector Labs

JUNE 17, 2014

The topic – “Donor Retention by the Numbers: Demystifying the Leaky Bucket” – focused on how to properly measure donor retention and then use that data to drive improved fundraising results. QUESTION: Where can I get benchmarks for retention by sector? We’ll post them on our website.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

The latest 2013 Charitable Giving Report by Blackbaud analyzed data from more than 4,000 nonprofits to provide the largest analysis in online giving data. This is the second consecutive year that online giving has experienced double-digit growth rates. Marketing Research Nonprofit Benchmark Studies Online Fundraising Trends'

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Connection Cafe

MAY 13, 2019

Watch the donorCentrics® 2018 Annual Report on Higher Education Alumni Giving featuring Shaun Keister, PhD, vice chancellor of the University of California-Davis, for the online presentation of the Index of Higher Education Fundraising Performance. . As schools dig deeper into the data, they may also take this down another layer.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 16, 2013

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. Fundraiser. For the donation information, I pulled an excel spreadsheet from Razoo platform and analyzed donation amounts, sources, and weak/strong ties.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

While there are many consulting firms, nonprofits seeking a partner to assist with their digital strategy, data management, software implementation, marketing, and ongoing technology maintenance should consider DNL OmniMedia. Fundraising Consulting: Our consultants are well-versed in the world of nonprofit fundraising.

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Connection Cafe

MAY 23, 2017

In our 2017 M+R Benchmarks study , we found that on average, a nonprofit will reach just 8% of its fans with a post that isn’t promoted. . You can pay to increase that reach, of course, and that kind of paid promotion can be an effective part of your social media and digital advertising strategy. Enter the Earned Reach Average, or ERA.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 9, 2012

Survey questions sought to understand understand individuals’ preferences regarding traditional and digital media for donating, volunteering, and engaging with nonprofits. > Additional commentary and analysis of the study’s results from the recent Charity Dynamics/NTEN joint webinar also is available via recording online here.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 25, 2024

Below, you’ll get a primer to set you up for better fundraising in the future. Marketing Automation for Nonprofits Modern digital marketing platforms offer a range of tools to help you do your job better. 1) Data Analysis and Reporting Marketing automation platforms give aggregated insights into donor behavior and campaign performance.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2021

This digital-first fundraising post is the first in a six-part series. . I was recently asked what I saw as a change or trend on the fundraising horizon. With so many options available, online and offline, it’s time to go beyond the tried-and-true fundraising fundamentals. . Top 2021 fundraising strategies .

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M+R

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

A couple weeks ago, we indulged in a few quick bites of end-of-year fundraising data. EMAIL FUNDRAISING. The context for these improved email fundraising results is (almost) as interesting as the results themselves: the average number of appeals dropped from 17 in 2020 to 15.5 DIGITAL ADVERTISING. Read time: 6 minutes.

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DNL OmniMedia

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

As a nonprofit fundraising professional, you know that raising major gifts is one of the most strategic efforts your organization will complete. Major gifts are not only a highly-strategic effort, but also a high-stakes one— for many nonprofits, over 80% of their total fundraising dollars come from major contributions alone.

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Classy

APRIL 29, 2021

Leads all aspects of philanthropic fundraising and partnership development on behalf of the United Nations World Food Programme. Oversees a team of nearly 160 staff in executing a diverse portfolio of fundraising programs and activities. Chief Digital Officer. Gabriella Morris. Chief Philanthropy Officer. World Food Program USA.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 4, 2014

A few of weeks ago I spoke at the Digital Leap Conference about the top 10 things organizations can do to take their online fundraising from good to great. Once you know the hard numbers conduct a SWOT analysis. In this meeting you should discuss the hard facts and the results from the analysis. Jim Collin.

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Tech Soup

MAY 22, 2012

Online fundraising has become a popular method for increasing revenue and acquire new donors. While it does not yet amount to the bulk of fundraising for most nonprofits, online giving grew by 13 percent from 2010 to 2011. Are they visiting your key online fundraising pages? Look at Web Traffic. Pay Attention to Referrals.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 11, 2014

CharityDynamics just released the Interactive Investment Benchmark Study that looks at how organizations plan to invest in digital resources and strategy. Before the Board and executive team can make a decision, an analysis of current results, resources and technology should be conducted. Challenges & Opportunities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Each type dictates a different process and therefore requires different measurement and analysis methods. Knowing what work you need done and the quality of work you’d like to receive and set benchmarks to measure outcomes. Did you do it in less time than any other fundraising effort? Measuring Work. You raise $9,000?

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M+R

JANUARY 31, 2023

In that spirit, we’re taking a look back at December fundraising — our Nonprofit Year-End 2022 Wrapped. We surveyed our nonprofit clients to dig into the trending hits and surprise breakout stars when it came to 2022’s year-end fundraising playlist, with detailed results from 21 organizations. Let’s dig in! Invest in SMS.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

Technology impacts many areas of your nonprofit’s operations, from donor management to fundraising, accounting, marketing, and more. At DNL OmniMedia, we specialize in Digital Nonprofit Leadership. What roles does technology play in your marketing and fundraising campaigns? Consider your operations and processes.

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

It also involves careful analysis and upkeep of your donors’ data. By using data and analytics to track donor behavior and preferences, you can tailor their communication and fundraising strategies to better engage and retain your donors. Fundraising Donor Management Software Comparison: What’s Right for Your Nonprofit?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 1, 2009

Social Media Audience Research and Social Network Analysis: I've been tracking social media research snippets for a while, but not in a very well organized way. I'll be gathering them up from my various digital nooks and crannies and organizing them into this space. It is an area that I need to learn more myself. score out of 5.0).

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NTEN

JULY 28, 2010

A whopping 86% of nonprofits say they have a presence on Facebook or another social media site according to the 2010 Nonprofit Social Networking Benchmark Report. . Balance ease of reporting and analysis with campaign effectiveness; sometimes getting the answers all in one place merits a minor reduction in results. .

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Allegiance Group

DECEMBER 19, 2023

JANUARY TRAC Development Workshop Conference New Orleans, LA January 17-19, 2024 Located in New Orleans at the Award Winning Omni Royal Orleans, the TRAC Development Workshop is the place for colleagues to share important information to help put you on the right fundraising track for the year ahead. Want more time?

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Achieve

AUGUST 9, 2017

Prior to devising the Great Give campaign strategy and plan, the Achieve team undertook an initial in-depth analysis of Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s current digital landscape and recent fundraising performance to better understand the organization’s donor demographics, successful messaging and more. About the Author. Rai Masuda.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 15, 2020

Originally scheduled as a live event, the summit was transformed in less than one week to an interactive virtual event , with the COVID-19 pandemic and its short and long-term impacts on fundraising, the primary concern. . The analysis is based on a July – June fiscal year, covering the period of FY2015 through FY2019. .

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