The NonProfit Times

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

By Paul Clolery Making a donation to charity or volunteering time would seem to be relatively simple acts. The report examines why the rates of both the number of donors and volunteering have plummeted for the past decade or more. The report presents analysis of generosity as expressed in everyday volunteering and giving. in 2015.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Community Brands recently shared donor retention data that reinforced alarming trends that the nonprofit sector has been monitoring for a while. In their survey, they asked nonprofits what their current donor retention rate was: about 60% said they didn’t know and the rest had an average donor retention rate of 45%.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

As leadership and development teams lean in for a final push, donors are receiving countless requests for limited financial support. . DonateStock has ignited a conversation in philanthropy with their innovative approach to stock gifting. Donors can avoid capital gains tax on stocks held more than 1 year . after tax cash gifts).

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. The lack of inclusion and equity in philanthropy. Just Giving: Why Philanthropy Is Failing Democracy and How It Can Do Better. Philanthropy is at a turning point.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2024

Where are our cultures of philanthropy? Fund published a three-part series of reports exploring culture of philanthropy. Alas, a culture of philanthropy essential to long-term success in the sector is still largely absent from our institutions. It’s time to change how society thinks about charity and social reform.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 21, 2019

54% of donors worldwide prefer to give via credit or debit card. The number of new donors giving to charity declined by 7.3% The number of new retained donors dropped 14.9% ( Fundraising Effectiveness Project ). The number of new retained donors dropped 14.9% ( Fundraising Effectiveness Project ). 9% via PayPal.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Did you know as many as 81% percent of new donors don’t return to give again? And only 43% of all donors remain loyal? . Donor attrition has gotten worse over time. Donors tell us this all the time, both with words and actions. Donors tell us this all the time, both with words and actions. Donor Negative WORDS.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 4, 2019

We believe nonprofits and fundraisers who focus on these five topics and develop an overarching strategy that considers these subjects will set themselves up for long-term results as forward-minded individuals and organizations. Big Results for Nonprofits That Embrace Flexible Work Environments. Donor-Advised Funds.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 27, 2020

The report is chocked full of insights, but was particularly interested in their commentary on artificial intelligence for philanthropy and fundraising as Allison Fine and I have recently published our report, funded by the Gates Foundation, “ Unlocking Generosity with Artificial Intelligence.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Organization Name] is a global network of philanthropy organizations, changemakers, and critical thinkers committed to ensuring that philanthropy reaches its fullest potential by serving as a catalyst for social change and social progress. Use the email as a fundraising opportunity to increase monthly donors.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

It covered broad brush strategies all nonprofits today should incorporate into their donor fundraising/marketing mix. These are my favorite tips to enhance what you’re already doing to attract and sustain individual donor fundraising. . ACTION: Get board members to review your donor list. Only 6 out of 10 ongoing donors renew.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

A Guide to Donor Retention. What is Donor Retention? If you’re a fundraiser or nonprofit development professional, you’ve likely heard the term “donor retention.” But what is donor retention? Quite simply, donor retention is a measure of how many donors continue to donate to your organization.

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sgEngage

JULY 19, 2024

Midlevel donors don’t always get the love they deserve. This loyal and often overlooked segment of donors represents a significant opportunity for revenue growth and impact if stewarded effectively. Yet many nonprofits fail to strategically engage middle tier donors beyond building a pipeline for major gifts.

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sgEngage

JULY 31, 2024

Then, you must be realistic about how it will come about, which is likely one of four ways: From a devoted donor who has given to your organization for 20 years or more and has come to see it as a proxy for their purposes and values (and are most likely to give that amount late in life or through an estate commitment).

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 22, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to approach sponsorship giving levels without seeming pushy: Dear Charity Clairity, We are a small nonprofit. We usually have a few events annually bringing in added revenue.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2024

If you have donated money to a quirky aid event focused on snorkeling or a unique chess fundraiser, you know that fundraising events have evolved far beyond the typical 5K runs, cycling events, and charity walks. What Activity Will Appeal to Your Donors? Ask your donors for their input. That means more donors and more dollars.

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Tech Soup

AUGUST 8, 2013

The latest Chronicle of Philanthropy survey of American corporate giving essentially finds that companies are still giving out cash grants, but are putting more energy into product or in-kind philanthropy. The Chronicle of Philanthropy has been surveying large American companies on their philanthropy annually since 2005.

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Bloomerang

MAY 24, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. It’s the largest source of philanthropy by far – making up 64% of all donations in the United States. Try: “ You’ve been such a loyal supporter of [name of charity] that we’re asking you to consider telling your best friends about your passion. 5 – 1% return.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 3, 2022

But now organizations are left with one question: How can you keep donors acquired during the Covid crisis? Donor retention is the second-highest concern for nonprofits, according to the 2022 CCS Philanthropy Pulse survey. What is donor retention? The cost of retaining donors is lower than acquiring new ones.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Shine a spotlight on your volunteers Hearing heartfelt stories about why your cause is important to them will amplify your messaging and help make it resonate with prospects and donors, deepening their emotional connection to your organization and fostering long-term support. Meredith and her team did a brilliant job of testing the campaign.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Other studies show that use of positive empathy—like a happy face—encourages donors because they either see the result of their generosity, or they want to experience the joyful mood portrayed in such an image. These images show donors that an urgent donation is needed right now.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

My approach to philanthropy will continue to be thoughtful. MacKenzie Scott seems to be nonresponsive to traditional approaches (there is no application process) and operates much more like a Donor Advised Fund (DAF). A donor advised fund is NOT a private foundation, nor does it operate as such. But I won’t wait.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 26, 2021

The data is available, and we know dire predictions of the death of philanthropy early in the pandemic have been disproved. Charities feared last year donors would lose jobs, see income diminish, worry their nest eggs were insecure, and would consequently stop giving. And that’s what happened with charities who froze in fear.

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Candid

JULY 18, 2023

To date, 241 individuals with a cumulative net worth easily surpassing $1 trillion have made the pledge—a public commitment to give the majority of their fortunes to charity. That’s potentially a lot of philanthropy. For example, some prefer personal giving or directing their philanthropy through limited liability companies (LLCs).

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 15, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to attract corporate matching gifts: Dear Charity Clairity, I have a question about how to attract corporate matching gifts. Donors don’t like leaving money on the table any more than you do.

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Media Cause

AUGUST 28, 2024

2023 Fundraising Report/Results The fundraising outcomes of 2023 have set a precedent for 2024. Fundraising Projections Looking forward, projections for 2024 indicate a cautious optimism among nonprofits, but challenges such as inflation and shifting donor trust continue to loom large.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how small nonprofits should approach using artificial intelligence (AI): Dear Charity Clairity, Everyone is talking about AI, so I fear I can’t ignore it. AI is getting better, fast.

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Nonprofits Source

AUGUST 23, 2024

In today’s fundraising landscape, corporate philanthropy has become a staple. But did you know there’s a specific category of philanthropy that’s powered by a company’s employees ? By encouraging donors to submit matching gift requests to their employers, nonprofits can literally multiply their fundraising results.

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sgEngage

APRIL 3, 2023

Track your fundraising results. Panera Bread, Chipotle, and Panda Express are just three of the many chain restaurants that support nonprofits through their corporate philanthropy programs. Charity Affiliate Programs Charity affiliate programs fall into the broader category of affiliate marketing.

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AFP Blog

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Giving through charity websites grows  Philanthropy North Carolina : Donors, including a growing number age 60 and older, increasingly prefer to give through a charity’s website, often motivated by requests through direct mail and social media, a new study says.

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Candid

MARCH 27, 2024

Have you ever wondered what the funders, donor advisors, and other industry professionals who use Candid nonprofit profiles are searching for? For this article, we looked at a subset of the more than 10,000 subject area searches conducted with Candid’s Guidestar Pro , which is used frequently by funders and donor advisors.

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ASU Lodestar Center

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

While nonprofits may aim to achieve an equitable mission for the community, nonprofits also draw in donors, board members, and employees. Capitulation to this style of philanthropy further neglects millennials donors, who lag behind the financial impact of previous generations. of total nonprofit fundraising.

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Givinga

APRIL 20, 2021

The recently released NPT 2020 Donor-Advised Fund Report offers some eye-opening takeaways and trends that show how charitable giving and donor-advised funds (DAFs) are becoming more accessible to everyone. In this way, our technology is redefining philanthropy by providing the tools necessary to get valuable stakeholders involved.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 5, 2017

People have been giving to charity through time, money, or in kind gifts for centuries and beyond. Although every donor is different, research has been conducted to determine commonalities among generational giving. Sustainable growth in the nonprofit sector relies on effective donor engagement, stewardship and retention.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 29, 2009

Source: Philanthropy 2.0 Last week, Geoff Livingston , Qui Diaz and I posted a summary of our findings from our Philanthropy 2.0 Million For 20,000 Charities And NonProfits by Michael Arrington, TechCrunch.Com, Washington Post, May 29, 2008. The goal of our Community Philanthropy 2.0 The Long Tail of Facebook Causes.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

That can include actual fundraising solutions, such as donation forms and event registration, or tools that help you manage and contact your donors, such as CRM or marketing software. Bloomerang was designed by fundraising experts who understand the importance of donor retention for sustainable organizational growth.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 24, 2023

One potent but underutilized tool at your disposal during this time is employee giving⁠ —a form of corporate philanthropy that directly engages a company’s staff. When a qualifying donor gives to a charitable organization, they can submit a match request to their employer.

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