Tech Soup

APRIL 25, 2014

To be able to telework, people usually need five things: a computer or tablet, broadband Internet, access to work email, access to work documents, and a phone. The processing power of our mobile phones roughly doubles every 18 months as does storage capacity, as do Internet speeds with the advent of faster 4G and 4G LTE mobile networks.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 8, 2024

Be creative – Make it fun for members by offering them an experience they want to participate in or a benefit they want in exchange for the data they’re giving you. For instance, at an event recently, the speaker offered to give his book away for free to anyone who sent him a text with their contact information.

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

For organizations using both platforms, Integrating VolunteerHub with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge (data is also accessible via Raiser’s Edge NXT) can provide many benefits including streamlined data management and a 360-degree view of constituents.

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Robert Weiner

MAY 10, 2013

The following story, posted with permission, was sent to the FUNDSVCS list in response to a question about how to reign in schools and departments at a university that keep their own shadow databases of contacts. We get updates and information from multiple sources which can only benefit the departments who use our system.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Text-to-give (also known as text-to-donate, text-to-pledge, or text fundraising) is a form of mobile fundraising that asks donors to send a keyword to a text fundraising phone number. You choose a unique keyword and are assigned a phone number for supporters to text. Supporters text the keyword to your phone number.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Provide Comprehensive Nonprofit CRM System Training There are a few basic elements that you should cover when introducing nonprofit employees to a new system: System overview: Provide an overview of the CRM system, explaining its purpose and how it will benefit the organization and its employees.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 18, 2022

You can real-time track your incoming funds and run reports to have a clear picture of your fundraising efforts. They can easily give to your organization from the comfort of their home or really anywhere now with mobile phones. . Make your donation form mobile optimized, make sure donors can give easily on their phone.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 31, 2023

An additional benefit of incorporating your nonprofit’s brand into all of your silent auction bid sheets is increased recognition. The more your supporters come into contact with your brand, the more they will remember it. Item Information At an auction event, the items are the star of the show. Happy fundraising!

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 13, 2024

Contact Us! Personalization has many benefits, from enhancing supporters’ experiences with your nonprofit to improving conversion rates and engagement. Consider auditing your digital campaigns to ensure you are accurately tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), properly managing your digital advertising accounts (e.g.,

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 27, 2024

These insights can help prepare the new fundraiser to take over the relationship before making that first introductory phone call. AI-powered analytics can track the effectiveness of fundraising and marketing campaigns in real-time to adjust and optimize your strategies and maximize success. You have experienced it yourself.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 25, 2024

Endowment benefits for nonprofits and donors All types of endowments can provide a wealth of long-term benefits for your organization, including: Potential for the funds to grow. Donors who give endowment gifts get plenty of benefits, too. Promote the opportunity to interested donors.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 23, 2024

Specifically, we’ll cover: 6 Benefits of Blackbaud for Nonprofits Working With a Blackbaud Support Consultant Blackbaud Support Resources Your Blackbaud solutions hold the potential to help your nonprofit move its mission forward in significant ways, but you’ll be hard-pressed to do so if you’re stuck struggling to use your tools properly.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 20, 2023

As much as you can, contact vendors and potential providers to get real estimates for costs. Carefully track your numbers this year, and next year’s budget will be easier to create. That means diligently tracking and recording expenses and revenue, plus program numbers (like number of people helped, number of dogs adopted, etc.).

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2012

In addition to web URLs, QR codes can contain SMS messages, plain text, contact info, event invites, Google Maps locations, YouTube videos, or social content. With smart phone penetration in the US crossing 40%, QR code readers will soon be everywhere. Clever use of mobile technology might be just what your next campaign needs.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

Tracking open and click-through rates for each segment provides data to refine messaging. With such clear benefits, it’s evident why converting as many emergency donors as possible to monthly giving should be a top priority. Follow up the letter with a phone call re-making the monthly ask and addressing any questions.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 19, 2022

that have accessed benefits or services from nonprofits. benefits, such as increasing accessibility and efficiency. Web chat provides an approachable way for parents to seek the help they need without having to leave the house, make a phone call, or talk out loud when others may be listening.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Amongst the many tools nonprofits can benefit from, fundraising tools, CRMs, and marketing tools are the must-haves for organizations seeking success. Store their contact info like email addresses and phone numbers and easily track donor interactions when they make a donation or volunteer for your organization.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 22, 2023

Every contact from the moment someone expresses interest in your mission is an opportunity to build on your relationship. This simple distinction sets the right foundation for that organization to get to know Bob and utilize his talents in a way that benefits him and the organization.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Tap into the benefits of shared beliefs. Existing contacts will often open the door to their wealthier friends. Hosting and attending events can be an excellent opportunity to make contacts and develop relationships with new prospects. Prepare ahead of time by tracking who will be in attendance. It’s too much.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2021

You offer something for sale that benefits a nonprofit, and people scoop it up! Choose a Quality Company and Product Roll up your sleeves and review/compare several companies’ track record of success. As a leader, you want a smooth, easy to run, well-supported product fundraiser with help just a phone call away. Alas…they don’t.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Or could your next event benefit from a bigger team? Volunteer management software brings all essential volunteer management activities under one roof, making it easier to recruit, engage, and retain volunteers while also tracking progress made toward your program goals. Track progress. Invest in the right software.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 11, 2020

This also means that exhibitors can immediately begin qualifying visitors, collecting contact information, and passing those details on to their sales team. A lot of attendees at physical events will provide phony contact information which protects them from solicitation but wastes time and resources for exhibitors.

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Double the Donation

OCTOBER 25, 2021

While the benefits of a phonathon campaign are fairly straightforward, running a successful campaign is no easy task. Track and incentivize successful conversations. The idea of getting on the phone with alumni to ask for donations can be extremely intimidating. Tracking call results. Implement screening and segmentation.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Effective cultivation includes multiple points of contact, such as regular updates, invitations to exclusive events, and personalized thank-you notes, all aimed at reinforcing your donor’s connection to your mission. The key is to make a compelling case for support and clearly communicate the benefits of donating.

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sgEngage

MAY 12, 2023

A virtual auction can bring many benefits for your organization. Look for virtual auction software with the following features: Item procurement tracking. As you begin the item procurement process, it’s vital that your team maintains an organized list that tracks each item’s status. Sponsor ticketing and tracking.

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Qgiv

MAY 6, 2021

For both text-to-donate and text-to-give, nonprofit organizations need a short code (shortened phone number) and campaign keyword. Once the supporter texts the organization signifying that they want to give, they are charged a predetermined amount to their phone bill. Clean up your text message contact lists. Ready to dive in?

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Media Cause

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

While not every organization has a specific project manager labeled role on their team, every project should have a main point of contact or dedicated member in charge of seeing the project to completion. Every facet of the organization benefits from a project management role team member and communicating in the most effective way possible.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits? There are many benefits to using Facebook Ads for nonprofits. Facebook allows you to upload phone and email lists as a target audience.

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Cloud 4 Good

AUGUST 9, 2022

There are a number of systems that Cloud for Good has worked with that allow for bringing this event information into Salesforce – and thereby integrating that information in all your contacts with the constituent. . At Cloud for Good, our dedicated team that has expertise in this area is called Campaign Services. .

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Benefits of Blackbaud’s Fundraiser Performance Management. For example, let’s say you notice that individuals who receive a phone call, in-person meeting, tour of your facilities, and meeting with a board member have been most likely to give in the past. Overview of Blackbaud Fundraiser Performance Management. Moves Management.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 27, 2016

The first thing I did was to take a walk at the Stanford Dish , a nearby nature hiking area, without my mobile phone. During my walk, I reflected on my participation last March in the annual National Day of Unplugging , a 24-hour digital detox when you don’t use technology, Internet, or mobile phone in order to reduce stress.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2023

Benefits of online fundraising platforms An online fundraising platform can offer the following benefits for your fundraising strategy: Store and assess donor data to create more targeted outreach campaigns. This allows you to track all donor interactions and reach out to donors at the right times. Learn more about pricing.

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NetWits

MAY 19, 2011

First and foremost, determine which existing audiences you wish to engage (board members, major donors, past event fundraisers or attendees, all donors, volunteers, etc) in your fundraising and how you will reach out to them (email, social networks, mail, phone, on-site events, etc).

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 10, 2015

It summarizes a lot of recent research on the benefits. Some call it FOMO— Fear of Missing Out—or nomophobia—Fear of being out of mobile phone contact or FOBO—Fear of Being Offline. Where do you carry your phone? Do you sleep with your phone? How do you feel when your phone is not close at hand?

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Qgiv

APRIL 23, 2021

Not only can you set up a text fundraising keyword that your congregants can text to make gifts from their phones, you can use those same tools for event communications. Reports for tracking registrations, fundraising progress, and more. Their free plan includes a contact list of up to 2,000 individuals and one email audience.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2023

In a text-to-give campaign, donors will text a keyword to a phone number assigned to your nonprofit. Donor management solutions Donor management systems , also known as nonprofit CRMs , are software solutions that allow nonprofits to track donor interactions and giving histories, create donor segments, and develop communications campaigns.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

25+ Fundraising Apps for Your Nonprofit to Consider Fundraising apps can be powerful tools for raising more for your mission, but each one is different and will provide different benefits to your organization. When they bid from a mobile device, your donors see benefits such as: Fewer crowds around auction tables. Outbid notifications.

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