OneCause

JUNE 14, 2021

When your nonprofit is planning your fundraising campaigns, it can be difficult to decide which channels to pursue for sending appeals. While it’s true that direct mail isn’t the preferred venue for conversation between friends any longer, it’s still an effective channel to fundraise for nonprofit organizations.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes boost Your Fall Fundraising: Leveraging Campaign Management Tools As the crisp autumn air begins to roll in, so does one of the most critical times for nonprofits—fall fundraising season. With year-end giving on the horizon, it’s time to make every campaign count.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

in 2020 , according to nonprofit organizations surveyed by the Association for Fundraising Professionals. This article provides insight and perspectives on donor acquisition strategies for direct mail. It should be noted that direct mail is just one channel to acquire new donors. year over year. in 2016 to 19.3%

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 6, 2023

By Jen Frazier , President at Firefly Partners – a women-owned, LGBTQ+ certified, and minority-owned digital marketing agency that develops accessible online experiences that empower progressive organizations to thrive. Traditional methods, like direct mail, are still important for reaching older or less tech-oriented supporters.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

If you’ve ever led an advocacy campaign, you know that it has an incredible number of moving pieces. As you quickly grow and engage your audience , it can be easy to lose track of your campaign plan. That’s why planning is the most important stage in your advocacy campaign. What can you learn from campaigns of the past?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 4, 2023

In the short-term, older donors are going to give the most money, but younger generations are more likely to give their time, in volunteer hours, serve on an organization’s board of directors, and have connections to corporate giving opportunities. organizations** 11.8% organizations** 23.6% organizations** 25.9%

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Bloomerang

JUNE 7, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether a gift chart is appropriate to raise funds if not in a capital campaign: Dear Charity Clairity, We have an ambitious individual fundraising goal of $500,000 this year – almost 1.5 So, you’re on the right track. I love gift charts as an organizing tool.

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

Start by managing your email campaigns with through a mail service, and don’t forget to integrate the campaign service with your CRM ! Whatever you put after that won’t matter as much, but maybe some information about the cause or project, and your organization to convince those who aren’t quite sold yet.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 24, 2010

“A survey of 200 charity and foundation professionals revealed that nonprofits are finding it difficult to determine how valuable social media tools are for their organizations. Make sure you are tracking your “unique visitors&# to your organization’s website from month-to-month. Website Traffic. Blog Traffic.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 19, 2024

More engaged supporters More effective campaigns More funds raised all with less effort. You can also segment around specific campaigns they support, which provides insights into their motivations. Likewise, understanding how donors prefer to be contacted (email, phone, text, mail, social media) helps them see your communication.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Managing a nonprofit takes patience, hard work, and a lot of organization. From planning peer-to-peer fundraisers to properly marketing your online campaigns, there’s an endless number of items on your to-do lists. Plus, there’s many challenges you have to overcome, such as limited staff capacity, rising costs, and inadequate finances.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2023

Why It’s Important to Accept Online Donations Collecting online donations can be a powerful and budget-friendly way to raise funds for your cause or organization. They can show some love for your organization quickly, no matter where they are in the world.

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

That’s why it’s important for fundraisers to stay up to date on nonprofit organization statistics and use metrics to inform their fundraising strategies and decisions. Direct Mail Fundraising is Responsible for 60–80% of Revenue Online donations’ popularity continues to rise, but direct mail isn’t dead. 37 Million U.S.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 16, 2022

Nonprofit budgets are often tight, and each of your campaigns should aim to hit as high a return on investment (ROI) as possible. For each of your online campaigns, your revenue goal should tie into your overall fundraising strategy. A campaign’s inputs include all costs spent on running the campaign.

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 12, 2021

First, we’d recommend considering what’s worked for your organization in the past. In this year’s spring fundraising campaigns, expect to see organizations: Emphasizing mobile giving. From anywhere in the world, a donor can tap a button on their smartphone and contribute to your organization. Appealing to younger donors.

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NetWits

JUNE 23, 2011

— When creating any fundraising campaign there are two items that should always be on your short list list. In fact, without the two we’ll cover in this post you’re guaranteed to finish your campaign, review the results, and be left wanting. So, what are the 2 key elements of successful fundraising campaigns?

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Whole Whale

APRIL 24, 2024

Fundraising is a HUGE field and there are many great organizations that help improve the quality of the sector like the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). We are happy to work with organizations across the continental United States. I specialize in campaign preparation, strategic planning and ED coaching.

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

As your nonprofit organization continues to grow, it’s time to consider investing in an effective fundraising platform that truly accommodates your nonprofit’s size, financial needs, and developing fundraising strategies. You don’t want the money you spend on your campaign to be more than the money you raise! Budget for expenses.

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Forum One

JULY 13, 2021

Apple’s latest privacy updates will affect data sources commonly used by mission-driven organizations. Let’s explore how your organization can adapt to the changes. Fewer return visitors. ” In 2019, Apple updated ITP to version 2.1,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 31, 2020

Did you mail out an appeal at a different time? These assets can cut expenses for your organization.). For example, if you raised $5,000 as the result of a recent solicitation and spent $1,500 in mailing and printing costs to raise this money, your return on investment is $3,500 (Total Revenue: $5000- Total Expenses: $1,500 =$3,500).

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Achieve

MAY 10, 2021

Capital campaigns are multi-year undertakings that can completely reshape how your nonprofit operates. By giving you the support you need to complete a major expansion project or otherwise grow your capacity, a well-planned campaign can unlock new levels of growth while. Campaign Planning. Post-Campaign Activities.

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Everyaction

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

In today’s digital age, it might seem somewhat nostalgic to talk about direct mail. While it’s tempting to default to cost effective communication channels like email and Facebook, direct mail is still very much in play. Today, direct mail continues to be an effective way to prompt donors to take action.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 1, 2021

Odds are your emails are going to spam folders and are in violation of email compliance laws that require opt-out information and a mailing address to be prominently featured in all email campaigns. Sending email newsletters with an attachment is an absolute worst practice that is common with BCC email campaigns.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

With so much to keep track of, it can be hard to know where to start aligning your communications so your fundraising initiatives are successful and support your brand. Review your target audiences , not just focusing on their habits, but what motivates them to engage with your organization in the first place. Here’s how to start.

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Classy

JULY 9, 2021

If your nonprofit is looking to make a big investment in a particular project, you may have wondered if launching a capital campaign is the right path for you. Capital campaigns are time-limited efforts with a large fundraising goal for a specific need. Read Next: The 4 Phases of a Modern Capital Campaign.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 30, 2024

The 2 Basic Building Blocks of Supporter Stewardship Whether it’s helping out at a local food bank, tutoring youth, or spending the day at a park clean-up, volunteers play an integral role in helping organizations grow their mission. Here are a few example questions you can include: How did you hear about our organization?

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

To succeed, it’s important to grasp the basics of three strategies: email fundraising, direct mail fundraising, and fundraising events. These proven strategies will lay a strong foundation for your organization and pave the way for future growth. Measurable: Ensure your goal is measurable to track progress and success.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 1, 2024

Long-term donors are invaluable assets for any organization, providing consistent support and creating a sustainable future. By understanding who your top donors are and how they discovered your organization, you can tailor your outreach to maximize long-term donor potential. Fundraising events play a crucial role in that.

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Achieve

JUNE 17, 2024

And which donors should you even ask to contribute to each of your campaigns and initiatives? A coordinated strategy can not only ensure continuity across the way that your organization asks for donations but also provide a framework for you to plan future campaigns. What is the best way to build a passionate donor base?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2011

are already using social media, many have not yet taken all of the steps below to ensure that their social media campaigns are built on a solid foundation meant to produce ROI (Return on Investment). Social Media: Before You Get Started, Get Organized! However, if you do opt to use your Gmail e-mail account, protect it fiercely.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

However, many nonprofits don’t know where to start when it comes to implementing text-to-give campaigns. This guide will explain how the process works and ways to optimize your campaigns using text-to-give platforms. Your text-to-give campaigns will be safe when you use secure fundraising tools and a reputable service provider.

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Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

Nonprofit marketing is one of the key components of getting your organization seen by potential supporters! Learn more about how nonprofit marketing can benefit your organization: What is nonprofit marketing? Types of nonprofit marketing Nonprofit market plan Marketing best practices What is nonprofit marketing?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. Your nonprofit’s purpose and mission cannot be fueled by passion alone; your organization needs funds to do the good work you’ve set out to do.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Your donors are the key to your organization’s success–which is why the relationships you build with your donors are so important! To create the best donor retention strategies for your organization, understanding the donor cycle is crucial for transforming your efforts into success. How does the donor life cycle help nonprofits?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 30, 2024

Your nonprofit determines whether the tool can deliver accurate, helpful insights and whether it’s ready to be used in future fundraising campaigns. These solutions can also help you develop personalized strategies that speak to each donor’s unique needs and interests based on their past interactions with your organization.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2023

When it comes to donor data, there’s a lot to keep track of. A nonprofit CRM helps you keep all this information organized and easily accessible. From tracking conversations and donations to event registrations, you can note every interaction you have with a supporter in your nonprofit CRM. Engaging emails.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Likely a sign of best practices to come, their donation pages simply ask for credit card information and an email address (not a mailing address) and have an extensive offering of different ways to donate. It’s also worth sending a postcard campaign to your one-time donors asking them to become monthly donors.

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