ASU Lodestar Center

APRIL 17, 2018

With change in tax laws that can influence philanthropy comes an impact to individuals, charities and communities. Some may choose to bunch giving by saving several years’ worth of gifts before donating it all in one year to make itemizing worth it. The Pease Amendment, which limited overall itemized deductions, is now repealed.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 24, 2024

Donor engagement at auctions looks different depending on your target audience’s demographics, preferences, and lifestyles. This option is best for procuring physical goods and gift certificates. Get to know your supporters through data analysis and feedback-gathering.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2021

What specific demographic information do they have in common (gender, age, location, income level, etc.)? Your list could include: age range, income range, religious affiliation, making donations to other charities, having school-age children, etc. . For example: Do they all give to the same offer? Be as thorough as you can.

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Qgiv

APRIL 10, 2021

Without the contributions of key sponsors, your nonprofit risks being unable to raise the money it needs to achieve its mission. Dear Company Name, At [Nonprofit Name], we’ve served [demographic] in the [Community Name] area for over [number] years. At this event, we would [event activity] and raise money by [fundraising method].

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 25, 2022

So for example, if you’re hoping to increase major gifts, focus on major gift-related metrics. Do you have a plan for re-engaging first-time donors after they make a gift? A thank-you email works well for small and mid-sized gifts, while phone calls are best for long-time supporters, major donors, and other key individuals.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 25, 2021

Very large charitable donations—categorized here as gifts of $100 million or more… that were publicly announced totaled at least $3.3 Investment returns funded multiple very large gifts, most of which were given by individuals to their foundations, including two gifts of $1 billion or more,” said Amir Pasic, Ph.D., Mail stats.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Retaining your supporters is one of the best ways for your organization to save money on fundraising outreach and earn more revenue. Plus, it’s essential for cultivating your major gift program. It’s rare that a kind stranger swoops in and donates a major gift to an organization they don’t have a relationship with.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 8, 2014

While the industry as a whole focuses the least attention on the Millennial demographic, they oftentimes don’t focus on them at all. To be fair to the lack of attention we receive as a demographic, Millennials only comprised 11% of total charitable giving last year. charities annually. charities annually.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 28, 2014

While the industry as a whole focuses the least attention on the Millennial demographic, they oftentimes don’t focus on them at all. To be fair to the lack of attention we receive as a demographic, Millennials only comprised 11% of total charitable giving last year. charities annually. charities annually.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. Facebook : Fastest growing demographic is 55+.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 17, 2009

» Tuesday Feb 17 2009 Reaching Baby Boomers: The Next Big Demographic in Nonprofit Online Fundraising Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 03:50PM | by Allyson Kapin By: Allyson Kapin , Blogger-In-Chief Direct Mail acquisition is one of the most expensive ways to raise money these days. Facebook : Fastest growing demographic is 55+.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 15, 2013

This past September 30th, Blackbaud hosted over 30 senior fundraising leaders from the largest charities in the US. Demographic, economic and technological challenges are making it increasingly difficult to raise the money organizations need to meet the ever-increasing demand. What donors can teach us about making more money.

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Connection Cafe

JANUARY 14, 2019

As we crawl into a new year, hyper-personalization is a buzzword slowly creeping into the charity lexicon and bound to increase its prominence as the year unfolds. And how can charities, like hospital foundations, use it to increase donor loyalty and generate higher return on investment (ROI)? Made a first gift and when.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 31, 2016

“Why did you make your first gift to this charity?” Tell your supporters exactly what their gifts are accomplishing. A fascinating tidbit: Although most people won’t admit it when asked, studies show that donors are 80% more likely to give money next year if they’re publicly recognized.

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Tech Soup

MAY 20, 2016

It's a multi-tiered approach in which donors are asked to raise money in addition to donating. Reaching a new target demographic to add to your donor base. Celebration Events — Celebration events are a quick and easy way for your donors to spread the word about your cause while raising money. Identify Your Targets.

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 11, 2014

Demographics & Donor Trends. All generations are becoming increasingly multichannel and the web and email are often the preferred methods of communication with charities. If they’re not online, they’re leaving money on the table. But don’t assume the leadership team knows about the current trends. It’s about And, Not Or.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2021

Nearly 70% of people make gifts to charity during their lifetimes but only 6% leave a bequest. That’s the number one reason people don’t give to charity period. I’ve started and managed legacy giving programs at four different charities in the trenches. But first, I want to share a statistic with you.

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NTEN

MARCH 16, 2010

Anecdotally and intuitively, you know that changing demographics and technology are driving a shift in your engagement with donors, volunteers, event participants and other people your organization relies on to fulfill your mission. They report having more time to give than money. billion to charity. billion to charity.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 17, 2011

Anecdotally and intuitively nonprofit professionals know that changing demographics and technology are driving a shift in charitable engagement. In the giving realm, particularly in the world of major gifts the concept of influence is widely known and leveraged. Influence, exposure, insight. Social media ready for primetime?

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 24, 2015

They are largely the demographic that determines the latest trends in culture, technology and everyday life. Of that group, 22 percent donated in a company-sponsored giving program, where their company partnered with a charity to raise money (i.e. Millennials are the people that make cool. United Way).

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Not only will you be able to raise a substantial amount of money for your organization’s cause, but your supporters will also return home with a valuable prize in hand. Beyond the items your supporters will take home, the charity auction software you use will be the true backbone of your event. Know your supporters.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 21, 2005

He spoke about how the demographics of wealth has changed and fundraisers need to pay increasing attention to individual donors. They worked hard for their money and they want to decide who to give to. gave people the gift of fire, symbolizing all the arts that mortals have. The new foundations are the ones to go after.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

When you collect information about your donors—including elements like their demographics, their background, and their history with your organization, you can use that information in all kinds of ways. You Can Use Data to Run More Effective Fundraising Campaigns Which of your appeals last year raised the most money? How do you feel?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Here are some Valentine’s fundraising ideas to create a memorable night out for your donors while raising money for your cause! You can make the event as formal or informal as you’d like based on your donor demographics. Sweeten the package with gift cards from restaurants, spas, and other local attractions.

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Care2

AUGUST 7, 2007

" The result has been innumerable neat applications that allow you to give free gifts to your friends, watch videos on Facebook, and even manage an imaginary stock portfolio. The developers hope to revolutionize the way people give money, using the principles of group fundraising and social networking. " or "Fight Hate."

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Care2

JULY 24, 2007

" The result has been innumerable neat applications that allow you to give free gifts to your friends, watch videos on Facebook, and even manage an imaginary stock portfolio. The developers hope to revolutionize the way people give money, using the principles of group fundraising and social networking. " or "Fight Hate."

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Actually, I think they’ve had a bad experience raising money somewhere along the way and they think that’s what it’s about. The short version is I learned to focus on those the money would help – not the money itself. The short version is I learned to focus on those the money would help – not the money itself.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2022

To be successful fundraisers in the future, nonprofits need individual and powerful strategies for courting both small, casual donors and corporate/major gift donors. Big Gifts Are All About Building Relationships. This year, fundraisers are feeling the crunch of too many mouths to feed and not enough money to go around.

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Care2

MAY 29, 2009

Friday, May 29, 2009 at 09:41AM | by Allyson Kapin In the next five years, money spent annually on direct mail will decline by as much as 40%, from $49.7 Frogloop wrote about the seeming decline of direct mail in February due to rising costs and the fact that direct mail appeals largely to an aging demographic. billion in 2008 to $29.8

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Holding events is a great way for nonprofits to raise money, engage constituents, and raise their profile. And if you don’t have a solid event planning strategy in place, your nonprofit’s next gala, fundraiser, or walkathon could end up costing you more in time, energy, and money than what your event ends up raising.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Along with storing donors’ contact and demographic information, this technology helps build relationships with supporters by saving previous engagement data, such as past donations or events attended. When it comes to requesting a donation, your donor database should keep track of potential major gift opportunities.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Major Gifts. You can view the latest email they received, the last event they attended, and their most recent gift to your organization. You can watch their gifts grow over time as your nonprofit develops stronger relationships. Tracking and reporting tools for monetary fundraising and in-kind gifts. Online Giving.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 13, 2021

Carlyn Schulzke and Matt Hayes will discuss how current data on donor demographics impacts major-gift donations with specific emphasis on simple, safe and secure methods of attracting and engaging with cryptocurrency donors. Full Transcript: Steven: Okay. Matt, Carlyn, I’ve got 3:00 p.m. So help to build their confidence.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Let’s look at: What motivates donors to give to your charity? What they really want to hear from your appeal is what they are accomplishing by donating to your charity. These donors donate to your charity with the expectation that: You use your funds efficiently. The money they donate actually creates an impact for your cause.

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AccelEvents

MARCH 25, 2021

You must charge the attendees a fee that makes sense for the value that your hybrid event provides and enough so that you aren’t losing money in running the event. Then use their email addresses and other statistics and demographics collected at the event to identify their level of interest and/or involvement with your brand.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

Now, in the charity context, the most straightforward way to think about this is how can we love the people who need our help? When we ask them for money, are we talking about, “If you give money, we can do something to succeed?” So this is the first one, how can you raise more money more sustainably?

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 9, 2017

It helps you ask the right people for the right sized gift. You can use analytics to ask for gifts according to the likelihood and capacity of the donors instead of some standard formula based on recent giving. Nobody needs to give away their money. And not everyone does.

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