sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2023

“In addition to segmenting and personalizing all of our communications, we are increasingly making our holiday/year-end fundraising omnichannel, with similar themes and design pieces within our mail, digital, social, and text.” – Michael Ragsdale, director, community fundraising, Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation 4.

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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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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

Direct mail is a major workhorse for all nonprofits. And regardless of what you hear or think about online giving, most gifts still come via the mail. This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. Thanks Gail!

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Bloomerang

JUNE 1, 2022

Direct mail is the most popular year-end giving marketing method. Wherever you’re coming from, here are 10 steps to help you make the most of the year-end giving season and reach your goals. Assess your previous year-end campaign and ask yourself the following questions: Did we reach our campaign goal? Start planning early.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

JULY 8, 2021

However, take time to identify well-known key stakeholders and brand advocates who have an influence in your community, like your CEO, local celebrities, and those impacted by your mission. Take your campaign to the next level by telling that same story of impact across channels, including direct mail. Share their why.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 25, 2024

But with newsletters being so popular today, how can you stand out in crowded inboxes and create a member newsletter that your members open and—equally important— want to read? Consider Your Audience The key to creating a member newsletter that people keep opening and reading is to offer content that’s beneficial to them in some way.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2024

Without their kindness and support, many nonprofits would struggle to achieve their goals. Instead of just asking for donations, organizations should focus on building genuine relationships based on trust, openness, and mutual understanding. Additionally, outline your organization’s future goals and aspirations.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 25, 2022

Tip #1 Personalize as much as possible There’s nothing worse than reading something that feels like it has been mass mailed, and it’s probably one of the quicker ways to turn your reader off. You could try using a creative opening, such as leading with a story. By demonstrating vision, you will keep the door to that relationship open.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 25, 2022

There is no doubt that nonprofits are driven by core values, mission and social goals. Fun incentives increase well-being and build comradery and can include holiday and birthday celebrations, retreats, potluck lunches, trivia, or even small prizes like gift cards for coffee. Illustration by Yuxin Qin. Build relationships.

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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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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The year-end campaign’s objective can vary from meeting a specific monetary goal to rallying your donor base or broadening range or giving spotlight to a particular project. A tailored message acknowledges the individual behind the donor mask, making them feel seen, valued, and more likely to open their wallets.

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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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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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 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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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Remember your goal is persuading consumers. Share enthusiastic endorsements from recognizable opinion leaders, celebrities, or experts. For example, if a mailed appeal with a matching gift incentive consistently outperforms others, keep using that format. Sending a recurring newsletter or print mailing to engage supporters.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 15, 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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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

Start Your GivingTuesday Thank-You Letter With a Salutation When your donor opens their thank-you letter—whether it’s in their inbox or their mailbox—they should know immediately that the message was meant for them. Click to open each one in its full size. Here are some tips for writing the perfect GivingTuesday thank-you letter.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2019

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 27, 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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Achieve

APRIL 28, 2022

Ask supporters open-ended questions. such as event attendance, email open rates, website visits, direct mail response rate, social media engagement, and volunteer activity. Ask supporters open-ended questions. Instead, make sure your questions are open-ended and encourage thoughtful, engaged feedback. Interactions.

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Achieve

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Segment the rest of your database and email or mail messages that are particularly relevant to each segment. Celebrate with your team. Make stretch goals. The problem with goal-setting today is that not meeting a goal is viewed as failure. Consider personally contacting a few first-time donors, too.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Jude Children’s Research Hospital memorial donations page offers options for making an online memorial donation, sending a mail-in donation, or setting up a tribute fund in memory of someone. Set a fundraising goal and come up with fundraising ideas to help meet the goal. Involve the honoree’s family. For example, the St.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2014

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2013

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 16, 2019

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2014

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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Bloomerang

JUNE 17, 2022

Pride Month is a great time to celebrate and reflect on the work activists and nonprofit organizations are doing to support the LGBTQ+ community. MADRE funds community-based women’s organizations to meet urgent needs and achieve their long-term goals. Note : There are currently no open calls for applications.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2018

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MAY 12, 2019

Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Return e-mails and phone calls promptly 29. Set clear goals and objectives 52. Have an open door policy 66. Be courageous, quick and fair 8. Talk more about values more than rules 9. Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance 10. Be visible 15.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Second, year-end giving gives nonprofits an opportunity to use a big chunk of their resources to meet their annual fundraising goals, and it gives donors a last chance to get a tax-deductible gift out the door. At CauseVox, we’re all about helping everyone to meet their goals – donors and the causes they support.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 21, 2020

After many failed attempts through special events, mailings, eblasts , and newsletters, Game On Cancer introduced a new campaign – “Team MVPs” – a sports-centered campaign that combined physicians, survivors and the Detroit Lions. . They each had a goal of raising $10,000. .

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 24, 2018

And, if you are still seeking resolutions for this year, perhaps write down (and start working on) five to ten from the following list of ideal 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 (..)

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

When she’s not working to exceed development goals, you can find her hanging out with her cat, spending time outdoors, or going to the gym. . In this context, we’re focusing on information that you can gather about your constituents to help meet your organization’s goals and fulfill its mission. What do we mean by “data?”.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

As the world opens up to in-person fundraising experiences once again, some organizations have fully embraced the return to traditional fundraising methods and events. Make it clear when bidding opens and closes so that your auction guests are aware when they can begin placing bids no matter where they are.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2017

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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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 27, 2013

Celebrate your employees'' successes, not your own 12. Return e-mails and phone calls promptly 29. Set clear goals and objectives 52. Have an open door policy 66. Be courageous, quick and fair 8. Talk more about values more than rules 9. Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance 10. Be visible 15.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Celebrate your employees' successes, not your own 12. Return e-mails and phone calls promptly 29. Set clear goals and objectives 52. Have an open door policy 66. Be courageous, quick and fair 8. Talk more about values more than rules 9. Reward how a performance is achieved and not only the performance 10. Be visible 15.

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