Bloomerang

MARCH 8, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether they can credit a donation in 2023 if the check was dated 2024: Dear Charity Clairity, A donor advised in early December a $20,000 check was mailed to us. — Want to keep donor happy Dear Want to keep donor happy, Of course you do! But it’s a bit tricky.

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Top Nonprofits

APRIL 20, 2022

Rely on established relationships. As a best practice, use a constituent relationship manager (CRM) such as those included in EveryAction’s guide to picking a nonprofit CRM to help organize and monitor your campaign’s success. Before you begin reaching out to supporters, your campaign needs a clear target.

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EveryAction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Mobile messaging is a useful part of a multi-channel fundraising and engagement strategy , given the state of email and direct mail. The direct mail fundraising landscape is also complicated, given supply chain shortages and increasing costs. However, 90 percent of text messages are read within only three minutes of being received.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Collecting registrations online means there’s no need to track down and manage mailed registration forms, checks, and receipts; search for information in multiple spreadsheets, emails, and handwritten notes; or enter and re-enter registrant information. You’ll want to get on the radar of your supporters as early as possible.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

They attract an ideal audience—donors and businesses with high-capacity networks often interested in supporting community events with exposure to an affluent and influential demographic. Are you looking for meaningful ways to build relationships with donors and sponsors? Are you trying to attract more corporate partners?

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

I would highly recommend a course like the one offered through The Fundraising School at the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. In this course, you’ll learn about all of the following: Institutional Readiness. It sounds like you may not be quite ready for a big fundraiser. I took it 40 years ago, and it was a life changer.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 18, 2023

To succeed, it’s important to grasp the basics of three strategies: email fundraising, direct mail fundraising, and fundraising events. While the goal of fundraising is in the name—to raise funds—it’s also about increasing your reach and support for the next campaign. There is also John, who is more focused on restoration.

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 15, 2021

If your organization has been using the same stale thank you letter (which for many fundraisers also doubles as a donation receipt) for the past ten years, now is the right time to change course. As I sat here this morning opening the mail, I came across your generous donation.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Now, you can access: All 16 curated, impact-filled sessions covering topics like direct mail, email marketing, digital fundraising, social strategy, year-end planning tips, retention + more. Leverage Direct Mail To Encourage Donors To Give This Year-End. This approach makes relationships, not donations, the priority. Read more.

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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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Blue Fox

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Is your staff prepared to make the asks, attend the events, mail the collateral and try some Facebook fundraising ads? Chances are, there’s a ton of leverage there, including relationships, clout, high-level thinking, connections, strategic thinking and more. Use this list to support them through the fundraising process.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Lapsed donors are more likely to respond than individuals with no prior relationship to your organization. How you SHOULD NOT communicate with lapsed donors Stop sending reinstatement and member renewal mailings to lapsed donors on auto-pilot. That your compassion saves lives and supports (insert mission here).

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2021

Your nonprofit relies on the generosity of others to support its mission and further its cause. Without a concrete item or service to offer donors in exchange for their support, what can you do to ensure they feel satisfied with their experience and continuously return to support your programs? Strengthen donor relationships.

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Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2021

Specifically, nonprofits need to build a relationship and offer delightful surprises , convenience , rewards , and appreciation. . Consumers want a relationship with a brand. Per the Loyalty Barometer, 81% of consumers want a relationship with a brand. A “one and done” transactional approach won’t build a relationship.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 27, 2021

Every successful fundraising appeal employs a CTA to motivate supporters to donate, volunteer, subscribe or otherwise take action. Without a clear CTA, you’ll leave your supporters wondering what to do next. It will guide your supporters to take action in the context of a well-written fundraising appeal. Be descriptive.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

So think about how you can use this time of year to focus on donor stewardship and relationship-building. Consider showing your donors some love by: Calling new or recurring donors (or asking your board for help) to express your gratitude for their support. Creating short, personalized thank you videos to share with supporters.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Building long-lasting fruitful relationships with your donors requires diligence, hard work, and careful planning. Ask, thank, report, and repeat—it’s a simple but powerful way to manage your relationships. Donor stewardship is all about building relationships, and relationships, in turn, are all about engagement.

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ASU Lodestar Center

JULY 25, 2022

Build relationships. Ultimately, in order to increase staff well-being, organizations must prioritize building relationships with their employees. Providing a supportive and caring environment requires no money and can be applied on a daily basis. This four-course program can be completed in less than three months.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Having solid donor engagement strategies in place is important for any nonprofit that wants to inspire generosity in their community and build a base of lifelong supporters. Donor engagement is what your organization does to build and strengthen donor relationships and the methods you use to keep donors active and involved.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Of course, as one of your most important annual fundraisers, it can be challenging to know where to begin when it comes to planning a Giving Tuesday campaign. Spend time strengthening donor relationships. This way, you’ll inspire your supporters to participate in your campaign. Start testing your outreach plans.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Given the high cost of new donor acquisition, the best course of action may be to focus on the supporters you already have and get them more involved in your mission. Take a look at your existing supporter base, seeking out ways you can cultivate stronger relationships with the people and organizations that have invested in your cause.

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NonProfit Hub

JANUARY 29, 2016

Today, we’re talking about relationships and how your communication plan can make or break the connections you make with your constituents. If your message isn’t reaching your audience, you won’t ever see new or returning supporters. Of course, good communication is the key to donor retention, which is vital to a nonprofit’s success.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

These highly interactive experiences allow your nonprofit ample time to engage with supporters face-to-face. In a virtual silent auction, supporters view auction items on a website or webpage and place bids online. Hosting a silent auction allows your nonprofit to: Provide supporters with an engaging, fun experience.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Think of your new donor relationship just as you would any new relationship. New relationships take time to nurture, and during that time, you’re working to get to know each other better and build a deeper connection. As you continue to evaluate each other, you determine your long-term goals for the relationship.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The season of gratitude is upon us and there is nothing more important you can do than thank donors for their support this year. Fundraising is all about relationships. . If all you do is ask, ask, and ask some more, that’s not much of a relationship. Of all the organizations they could support, they chose yours!

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Everyaction

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

We explored everything from must-have nonprofit reporting tools , tips for upping your email game , direct mail strategies , and most recently using data to improve your major gifts program. Which brings us to recent thoughts, more specifically, donors and supporters. I initially got interested in this almost by accident.

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 12, 2021

Communication: Text is a great medium for sending confirmation messages, reminders, and quick alerts to your supporters. This can make the interaction feel more personal, and we all know that more personal = better relationships = more loyal donors. And of course, make sure their values align with your mission.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Plus, not all of your supporters want to be wined and dined like a major donor. The majority of your funding likely comes from these major donors, so you should have specific strategies aimed at acquiring these key supporters. Referrals from current supporters and board members. Tips for cultivating major donors.

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Whole Whale

AUGUST 13, 2020

Have your interns take the Whole Whale Be Your Own Social Media Guru course before getting started. Expand this task to managing a public contest for supporters to email in pictures that volunteers can then clean up and put into the master library. For fun, have them also prepare a 30 minute presentation for the organization.

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 28, 2023

When it comes to reaching your fundraising goals, email reigns supreme (after direct mail and face-to-face, of course). A PS is imperative in direct mail and you’ll want to include one in your emails as well. You’ll put your contact information, social media links, and, of course, your unsubscribe button.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Developing a digital donor acquisition strategy takes a similar approach to direct mail. Donor acquisition is the process of attracting new supporters and convincing them to donate to your cause through marketing efforts. Supporters should clearly understand what you do to aid beneficiaries and further your mission.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 7, 2021

The real work of major gift fundraising is relationship building. Sometimes they won’t have the support, time and resources. . The truth is not everyone will want to build a relationship or be “wined and dined.’ for direct mail donor acquisition. — Fear of Being Held Back. Sometimes they won’t have the skills.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 23, 2023

Peer-to-peer fundraising software solutions provide a platform that nonprofits can use to empower their supporters to collect donations on their behalf. These platforms typically include tools to allow supporters to create customized donation pages, set personal fundraising goals, and share the pages on social media.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Likely a sign of best practices to come, their donation pages simply ask for credit card information and an email address (not a mailing address) and have an extensive offering of different ways to donate. Let your supporters know year-round that tribute gifts make great birthday gifts too. 4) Know the Power of Email Fundraising.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 13, 2021

Of course, it’s nice to have a national holiday so we can celebrate a little louder than usual. Use National Nonprofit Day to remind your supporters and community what you do and who you impact. Find ways to support these nonprofits. Ask if your workplace has service days and other opportunities to support nonprofit work.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Most nonprofits should instead consider their usual channels of direct mail, email campaigns and social media and experiment in some new areas like Livestreaming. If you’ve decided to try out using QR codes in any of your mail appeals (of course you have!), More on that later). 4) Integrate Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

They want to give to support the cause. Here’s our mailing address if you want to send a check. Your support shows them they are not alone and that someone cares about them.” . Let a veteran know you value and support them. Here’s where you can give a tiny bit of context about why the donor’s support is so important.

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