Bloomerang

AUGUST 2, 2024

You’re probably already thinking about your mail appeal. board, advisory group members, committee members, active volunteers, major donors, key staff), and invite them all to attend. You’ll want to be prepared to then immediately provide volunteers with assignments so they can hit the ground running!

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

New Year's Resolutions for leaders : Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc. Be familiar with every fundraising program, event, campaign, and activity so you can tell others (sustainers, major gifts, events, direct mail, giving circles, etc.). your neighbors.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 26, 2024

Your nonprofit’s need to make the most of its limited resources likely causes your team to spend much time and effort on successful marketing strategies. Lean on your existing network When you’re looking to garner more support for your cause, your first instinct may be to acquire new donors.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Nonprofit software is software that helps you increase your organization’s efficiency and impact on your cause. Fundraising software helps you run online fundraising campaigns, fundraising events, and text fundraising to maximize the money you raise for your cause. In fact, 67% of nonprofits use a CRM. per donation.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Specific: Have a set number or level you want to reach, such as dollars raised, volunteers mobilized, etc. These are the questions that must shape your fundraising plans. Take into account your staff and volunteer time, fundraising budget, and your donor’s normal year-end giving habits when formulating a fundraising plan.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Here are a few questions: Is this truly a fundraising event? Are you focused on a large crowd of friends who don’t know much about your cause or a smaller group of familiar supporters and likely donors? Question what type of event and elements are a good fit for the target attendees. Or does it have other goals?

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CauseVox

MARCH 1, 2024

It’s not just about age and location; it’s about understanding why someone cares about the cause, what drives them, and what barriers might be preventing them from contributing. Communication Preferences: Which groups of donors like to be communicated with via email, social media, direct mail, or phone calls?

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Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., They understand the research showing consumers/people will buy more products, or even switch brands, if a brand supports a cause they care about. They may seek volunteer opportunities your organization can offer. What’s your geographic reach.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2022

But first, let’s compare how the major communication channels of direct mail versus digital communications play a role in donor retention. Direct Mail versus Digital Communications . A prevailing myth in the nonprofit sector is that traditional mail has been phased out by the internet.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Specific personalization When sending an appeal letter, thank-you note, or email to a donor, always include a note at the bottom and say something about the impact their gift has made and something very specific about their kids, dog, family, home, job, favorite sport, hobby, alma mater, volunteer work, or latest travel adventure.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 20, 2016

Ask yourself—what caused you to take action? Now it’s time to build a direct mail piece that has the same outcome. But even if you have the best offer, there’s much more that goes into a direct mail piece to make it effective. Step One: Understand Direct Mail. Maybe it was an offer that you just couldn’t pass up.

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Bloomerang

MAY 15, 2023

The data in your CRM can help you raise more money, improve your donor retention, and even attract new supporters to your cause. There are many ways to segment your supporters : by giving level, involvement, interests, history with your organization, active vs. lapsed status, volunteers, advocates, and past board members.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2020

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

If email or mail appeals are a part of your GivingTuesday strategy, segmenting your audience could make a big difference for return on investment (ROI.) Make sure your staff, consultants, and volunteers know how much organizational leadership appreciates their contributions. Segment your audience. Contact them here!

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 28, 2024

They may want to donate, but they also may want to volunteer, advocate, or serve your cause in another way. Direct mail acquisition is still a profitable way to attract older donors, while younger prospects prefer digital means. Here are some questions to consider: Who am I engaging with, and how?

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 17, 2021

Some people you may want to include on your team might be: staff members, event committee members , board members, and volunteers. Remember, you’re going to need to reach out to people and organizations, wait for their response, and then wait for the item to be mailed to you or picked up by a staff member or volunteer.

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Neon CRM

MAY 12, 2023

Your membership management software should have some marketing and communications tools—like mail merge—that will help you keep communications personal but accurate. You can jog your members’ memories of their interest in your organization by answering two general questions: What did the organization do for members this year?

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

Donor segmentation can be based on various factors, such as age range, donation frequency or size, retirement status, marital status, and volunteer status. For instance, younger donors may prefer digital communication channels like email or social media, while older donors might appreciate traditional mail or phone calls.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

Direct mail is the most popular year-end giving marketing method. Assess your previous year-end campaign and ask yourself the following questions: Did we reach our campaign goal? This helps put a face to your appeal and generate empathy for your cause. This could be a long-time volunteer or someone impacted by your mission.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 14, 2023

Here are the most common communication channels nonprofits use and what types of messages they work best for: Direct mail. Direct mail is best suited for older donors who may be less technologically savvy. Ask yourself the following questions about your donors’ giving histories: What amount did the donor give? Phone call.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2023

Donor appreciation letter For larger donations, you may want to send your appreciation with a letter through direct mail, and you can use ChatGPT to help you draft these acknowledgments. Explain how [Donation Impacts Cause].” For LinkedIn , consider this prompt: “Write a short LinkedIn post explaining the importance of [Your Cause].”

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

From Instagram’s donation buttons appearing on stories to Facebook’s easy-to-use donate buttons and internal fundraising pages, the tech giants have made it easier than ever for users to donate to their favorite causes. Glitches can cost you dearly, so test run the functionality with a small group of volunteers or support staff.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Whole Whale

MARCH 30, 2023

This is a great question to play with for creating a unique prompt for creating draft personas for your nonprofit. Communication preferences : Knowing how your donors prefer to communicate, whether it’s email, social media, phone, or direct mail, can help you deliver your message to them more effectively.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Get started by answering the following questions: Based on traffic sources, how are visitors finding our website? Test it out and see whether it would inspire confidence from a new supporter by focusing on the following questions: Are people sent away from your website to make a donation? Growing your mailing list.

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Achieve

APRIL 28, 2022

Ask supporters open-ended questions. and helping them become more involved in your cause. Question: When there are so many different social media platforms—not to mention the old standbys of email and texts—how do you reach your followers? Ask supporters open-ended questions. Keep track of your online donors. .

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Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., They understand the research showing consumers/people will buy more products, or even switch brands, if a brand supports a cause they care about. They may seek volunteer opportunities your organization can offer. What’s your geographic reach.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance (..)

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 4, 2019

While someone traveling to the future from the 1950s might be disappointed to realize we don’t send mail by rocket or have flying houses , what I am sure they’d be impressed by is the degree of social impact we’ve driven as a collective society and the steps we’re taking to continue to evolve. Donor-Advised Funds.

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2021

This is a question I broached in “ What Will a Post-COVID Nonprofit Economy Reveal ? ” Here are several questions for your consideration. phone calls, emails, mailed notes, texts and social media) with donors to build relationships and set the stage for asking again as we emerge from the crisis. Ask your supporters directly.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 20, 2021

With that in mind, ask yourself these questions: Do you have board members who are giving consistently? . Do you have volunteers who are volunteering multiple times each month? . With so many worthy nonprofit causes to choose from, how will someone decide to give to yours? Are your appeals emotional and compelling?

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2021

Then ask yourself these questions: Is your mission clear and compelling (i.e., Is it easy to join your mailing list? If you’re doing this on your own, it’s a good idea to ask a few friends or volunteers who know nothing about your organization to serve as user guinea pigs. . Here are some questions to ask: . A phone call?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

You can expand your portfolio by conducting prospect research to determine who else in your donor database or broader community has a high propensity and capacity to donate to your cause. Active volunteers. Those who share a belief in and passion for your cause are emotionally driven to provide greater impact for your organization.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

APRIL 16, 2021

Here are 70 things you can do: Don't micromanage Don't be a bottleneck Focus on outcomes, not minutiae Build trust with your colleagues before a crisis comes Assess your company's strengths and weaknesses at all times Conduct annual risk reviews Be courageous, quick and fair Talk more about values more than rules Reward how a performance is achieved (..)

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Byte Technology

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

Do potential givers react differently to causes based upon how they’re marketed? All good questions to be sure. As previously stated, businesses need to distinguish themselves in the community, so approach them and tout the benefits they’ll gain from, say, being one of an elite group of local companies supporting your cause.

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