NonProfit Hub

APRIL 15, 2019

The entry fee should get donors a round of golf, a cart, balls and a lunch or drink reception afterward (where you can sneak in even more fundraising opportunities , like a raffle or silent auction.) Flower Arrangement Class. Nothing says spring quite like flowers, so host a workshop that teaches donors the basics of floral design.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 3, 2021

With a virtual auction, be up-front with donors and make them aware that a donation may not guarantee a prize. Hand out popsicles, play some music, or try anything to have fun with it. If this isn’t feasible, contact a local drive-in movie theater and see if you can use their space. Outdoor fitness class.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Harold’s challenge to the group — to write a short story and assign one of five types of musical chords to each sentence — helped us explore what emotions we look to evoke when we share stories. No one is suggesting we set all of our brand and organizational stories to music. Here are my top five insights from that discussion.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Some organizations use donor perks or benefits to do this. One way to create a major donor program or donor perks system is to replicate one from another organization. Many sponsors and donors want recognition for their support.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

You can do this by visiting a Black history museum or African American heritage site, by reading and sharing books written by Black authors, and by exploring Black music history. These nonprofits rely on funds from generous donors to keep their work going and to provide support to the Black community.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

Design a local route with varying distances to be both competitive and family-friendly. Repeat repeat donors. Take advantage of one of those random holidays to foster some recurring donors: Email your one-time donors from the last year with an invitation to repeat their donation. Repeat donors. Click To Tweet.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Your numbers of donors have stayed the same, or decreased, year over year. Your donors?” . In the Broadway musical “Hamilton,” the lead character of Alexander sings about who he and America are meant to be. The target supporter market for a local human services agency did not extend to the national online world.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

With an easy set-up and even just a few simple prizes, you can quickly put together a raffle that will entice all your donors. A raffle is a simple game of chance where your donors will purchase raffle tickets to be entered into a drawing to win prizes. Any wine or beer lovers amongst your donors? Cooking classes.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause. To meet this demand, consider partnering with a local tree farm or nursery to host a Christmas tree or Christmas wreath fundraiser. Balloon raffle. Restaurant night.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported. If you’re going the DIY route, reach out to a local artist to lead the class, and stock up on all the necessary supplies. Trivia Night.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

These virtual ideas have already been successful for many of our clients here at Qgiv, helping to fill the gaps in their fundraising revenue and sustain donor engagement during the pandemic and post-pandemic. Without a dedicated online strategy or a social media presence, many potential donors will view your organization as out of touch.

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Connection Cafe

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

As a kid, I was saturated by symphony performances and choral music. I’m looking for a place to donate in honor of my mother’s 90 th birthday, and a gift made to the local symphony orchestra in Myrtle Beach seemed like the right thing to do. My dad was a conductor and composer, my mom his accompanist. Fast forward to 2017.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

At first glance, it may seem impossible to recreate some of these types of events in a virtual format, but with a little creativity and the right fundraising event tools, you might be surprised at the high-quality experiences you can offer for your donors virtually. 3) Cooking classes. 5) Online classes. 6) Craft nights.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

As galas are often expensive, it’s critical to carefully curate your donor list to ensure the best results. Live Music Battles Live music battles make for great events because you can find a lot of excellent musical talent who want to get their names out there. Pancakes are cheap and easy to make and can be made in bulk.

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The Science Behind Engaging your Supporters

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

The Corps Network National Conference is an annual gathering of national, state, and local leaders in the fields of workforce development, community service, and conservation. State/Local / #DCNP2019 / @DMANF. State/Local. State/Local / #NPSummit19 / @TogetherSC. State/Local. The Corps Network National Conference.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 3, 2012

However, while in Asia I got to watch CNN Asia and the BBC and read the local press. I make sure that music on Pandora is on the agenda for at least half the day. For 2012, watch how the early adopters use text messaging to drive traffic to their mobile content and inspire donors to give through mobile channels.

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Qgiv

JUNE 22, 2021

Then, donors can click on the items on your site, “buy them” as a gift, and have them delivered directly to the community members in need. To give all donors an at-home virtual screening, consider livestreaming the video online. Community classes. House parties. BONUS – See this idea in action! Pledge drive.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 4, 2012

I did a post a few weeks ago on youth programs in TechSoup Global's new Local Impact Map and decided I hadn’t covered this resource nearly enough. Our Local Impact Map. It first works with local community people to see what its children need and then tailors programs that are specific to that locale.

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Everyaction

DECEMBER 12, 2017

As policy changes unfold at the federal, state and local levels, the communities and issues we care about as corporate social responsibility professionals inevitably face uncertainty. State/Local / #DCNP2018 / @DMANF. State/Local. State/Local / #NPSummit18 / @SCANPO. State/Local. Feb 11 - 14. Feb 27 - 28.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Golf Tournament Bring together avid golfers and local philanthropists—in many cases, they’re one and the same—for a day on the greens. A charity golf tournament won’t just raise money and build excitement for your cause, it can also be a pillar of your major donor recruitment plan. Foot Race These are a classic of the genre.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 11, 2019

of donors who were students or graduating seniors (Source: 2017 donorCentrics® Annual Report on Higher Education Alumni Giving ). . They often visit her classes to talk about their careers and ways to connect if students have questions. She will be one of the 26.3% Current alumni have been key to keeping her engaged.

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

During this time, we need to get creative in ways to reach and engage our donors, as well as raise income, when we can’t physically host an event. With CauseVox it’s easy to turn your current campaigns and appeals into peer to peer fundraisers by encouraging your donors to set up their own online fundraising pages.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

By raising money on the internet, you can keep all of your donors safe and expand your reach beyond your current donor base. Concentrating on your storytelling skills and getting the word out to your donors is the best way to guarantee your campaign’s success! Virtual peer-to-peer fundraisers. Don’t be afraid to get creative!

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Silent auctions are a great way to fundraise and encourage donors to get involved with nonprofits. From physical items to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, you’ll want to collect a diverse selection of auction items to appeal to all of your donors. Of course, a lot goes into hosting a successful silent auction event.

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

A fundraising event is the best way to engage with donors, garner support for your mission, and meet your revenue targets. While virtual fundraising events were simply a quick alternative, they actually proved to be a convenient and effective way to engage with donors. Let’s get started!

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

It helps prevent donor fatigue and wariness about how the money you raise is used. Offering fundraisers that have value for the donors, as well as the church, will help prevent burnout. Team up with local businesses. Teaming up with local businesses and franchises is a fantastic way to do that. Craft nights or classes.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 29, 2017

Media are the everyday bloggers, local groups and traditional media. There, you’ll find all of the education we provide in podcasts, classes, webinars, a print magazine, and online articles that are published throughout the week. MUSIC: Sleepy Eyed Thoughts by Bernardus. MUSIC: Sleepy Eyed Thoughts by Bernardus.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 27, 2021

Without the generosity of your current donors and your consistent effort to acquire new ones, it would be impossible for your team to continue working toward accomplishing your mission. Ask your donors to spread the word. Not every fundraising strategy is one-size-fits-all, and you know your donors best! Find more major gifts.

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Have Fun - Do Good

OCTOBER 9, 2005

The next session I went to was Building the Local Green Economy presented by Kevin Danaher, co-founder of Global Exchange. Which is more appealing to tell people that they are on the Titanic and it is sinking, or to sail by in a boat that is green, with great food and fun music and ask them to come on board. You want a donor.

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EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

Donor relations. Examine major gift planning in the context of current economic conditions, changes in donor populations and increased competition for the charitable dollar. Discover how these and other factors are irrevocably changing the ways donors structure their largest gifts of a lifetime. Donor Relations.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 6, 2021

Jen Shang, PhD will take you through a series of real-world examples to demonstrate how philanthropic psychology can be applied to nurture, develop donor identities, and achieve sustainable increases in giving (up to 218% increases using multiple channels and campaigns) as a result of sharing genuine love. So thanks for being here.

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Bloomerang

JULY 17, 2021

But if you’ve never heard of us beyond the webinars, Bloomerang is a provider of donor management software. I mean, she’s a CFRE and she even teaches a CFRE class. From 2018 - 2020, she served as the Director of Communications for the Public Relations Society of America's local Hoosier chapter.

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