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Donor Acquisition Tops List of Challenges for Nonprofit Leaders

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 24, 2024

Donor acquisition is the top challenge nonprofit leaders are facing this year, according to the latest research from NonProfit PRO.

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Why Wealthy Donors Are Distancing Themselves From Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2023

As many wealthy individuals and families now prefer working through intermediaries, such as lawyers, DAFs, and donor advisories to handle their giving activities, nonprofits are finding this increased distance to be challenging. Here are some tips to help your organization adjust.

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3 Simple Donor Acquisition Strategies for New Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

JULY 22, 2024

New nonprofits need effective donor acquisition strategies to maximize their reach and impact. Explore the best strategies in this guide.

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Strategy Donor Nonprofit Guide

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How Your Nonprofit Can Boost Donor Retention Using Data

NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2024

Looking to boost donor retention? Leveraging data is one of the most effective ways to do this. Here's how to get started.

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How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio

The average nonprofit uses five or more different software platforms to create their donor’s journey, making the experience clunky and disjointed. If you want to design a magical online giving experience for donors, making their journey as seamless as possible is key.

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Donors Want Value: How Nonprofits Can Deliver More

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 31, 2023

Focus on achieving value for donors’ giving should be the guiding principle of every nonprofit. Philanthropic organizations should focus on how they can provide more services with their resources. This focus on need, and how to fulfill it, can lead to more efficiency and effectiveness.

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Donor Nonprofit Guide Resource

Donor-Advised Funds Soar in Popularity as Nonprofits Successfully Engage New Donors

NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2024

Our DAF roundup includes the four biggest reporting DAF charities sharing year-over-year grant totals, as well as a look at how this revenue stream is impacting nonprofits.

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Free Donor Journey Webinars

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 8, 2025

What is a donor journey? Put simply, its the way the relationship between a donor and a nonprofit shifts and evolves over time. Join Cherian Koshy, CFRE, and Kelly Ramage, DonorPerfect Learning and Development Manager, for two free webinars that will help you map out personalized and scalable donor journeys.

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Overcoming Donor Hesitancy: Strategies to Keep Donors Engaged and Giving Amidst Challenges

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Donor hesitancy remains a constant threat to nonprofits. Here are some challenges associated with hesitancy, and tips to overcome them.

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The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

Speaker: Andrew Olsen, CFRE - EVP, Fundraising Solutions at DickersonBakker | Kat Landa, CFRE, CSD - SVP, Talent Solutions at DickersonBakker

Across the nonprofit sector, organizations invest heavily in donor retention efforts, yet the struggle of cultivating lasting relationships remains. While attracting new donors is crucial, the lack of repeat donors poses significant financial risks.

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7 Ways to Grow Your Nonprofit Donor Base With Social Media

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 11, 2024

By Julia Campbell, host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast and founder of the Nonprofit Social Media Summit , a free all-virtual event created to help nonprofits navigate the fast-changing social media landscape to drive more donations. Need some inspiration and specific examples of how to grow your donor base using social media?

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Report: Nonprofits Face Challenges in Worker Stress, Public Trust and Donor Participation

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The health and future of the nonprofit sector could be in jeopardy if changes are not made, reveals the "Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector: Annual Review." The report provides a snapshot of the sector, illustrating how donor behavior, staff mental health, public trust, and advocacy are tied together.

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7 Ways to Prioritize Donor Acquisition and Retention This Year

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Industry benchmarks reveal just 23% of first-time online donors return, compared to 64% of existing online donors. And over the last decade, nonprofits have continued to raise more funds from fewer donors. These statistics underscore the importance of not only keeping your donors, but also acquiring new ones

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Retention Donor Benchmark Statistics

The NonProfit Voice Ep 84: The Rapid Growth of Giving Through Donor-Advised Funds

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 24, 2024

Shirley Nagar, Sarah Traisman and Mitch Stein join The NonProfit Voice to discuss the rise of donor-advised funds as a way to give.

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GiveTrust Launches to Match Nonprofits and Donors

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 8, 2024

Peck launched GiveTrust with the goal of connecting nonprofits with donors who want to fuel their vision.

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Donor Nonprofit Goal Relationship

5 Keys to Building a Resilient Donor Acquisition Program

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 5, 2024

Donor acquisition is a major challenge for nonprofits this year. Here are five tips for acquiring donors through direct mail campaigns.

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3 Benefits of Online Reviews for Your Nonprofit — and How to Encourage Donors to Give Them

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Online reviews have the power to position your nonprofit as a trustworthy and reliable organization, helping you attract more donors and influence their giving habits. Here are three benefits of getting reviews for your nonprofit — plus how to ask your donor base for them.

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The Decline in Small-Dollar and Major Donors Across the Nonprofit Sector Worsens

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The Fundraising Effectiveness Project's third-quarter findings continued to show fewer donors and fewer donations across the sector.

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Ditch the Donor Pyramid for the Loyalty Loop

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The donor pyramid and donor funnel have long been the ultimate fundraising strategy. Though the nonprofit sector may desire a better method, these relied upon tactics are still used today. Here’s a look at what another method, the loyalty loop, entails.

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Study: With Donor-Advised Funds, Unexpected Giving Leads Donors to Expand Their Philanthropy

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 23, 2024

A new study on donor-advised funds revealed increased long-term and responsive giving, as well as other donor behaviors and sentiments.

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Donor Digital Detox: Promoting Nonprofits in a Screen-Saturated World

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Here are practices that can help you connect with these donors. It’s common for people, including your supporters, to take digital detoxes.

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How to Sustain Nonprofits Through Declining Donor Support

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Fundraisers are worried because the number of Americans giving to nonprofit causes has declined. Unfortunately, at the same time, the need in our communities continues to increase.

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Build Donor Bonds With a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

In today's competitive marketing environment, doing this can help you build bonds with donors. Showing what you do behind the scenes is one of the best approaches to marketing.

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Build Donor Environment Marketing

Donors Want Value: How Logistics Can Help

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Having a proper logistics plan is essential to motivate donors, who are increasingly interested in seeing their money used as effectively as possible, for the best outcomes. Here are some ideas on how large nonprofits can ensure maximum efficiency and maximum trust with donors.

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Why You Should Mail and Email Your Donors More Often and More Strategically

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 13, 2025

Some nonprofits are under the impression that sending multiple mail and email appeals constitutes an intrusion in donors lives. Nonsense.

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Reduce Admin Time & Increase Donor Acquisition

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 17, 2025

With so many CRMs on the market, how do you choose which one best aligns with your mission, enhances donor engagement, eliminates duplicate data entry, and supports capacity building? With the right CRM your organization can leverage data for actionable insights, personalized donor communications, and increased fundraising success.

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How to Connect With Donors So They’ll Want to Give to Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Your fundraising appeals are often the only thing your donor sees from your nonprofit. Here's how your appeal's voice can encourage giving.

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Donor Voice Giving Nonprofit

4 Ways to Nurture Donor Relationships Through Staff Transitions

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Staff transitions are an inevitable part of growth and change at nonprofits, but nurturing donor relationships through these shifts can be challenging. Here are four ways that your organization can limit the negative effects of staff transitions.

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Relationship Donor Challenge Effective

3 Questions to Get to Know Your Donor Base Better

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 22, 2024

If someone asked about your nonprofit's donor's experience, what would you say? Here are tips to get to know your donors and have an answer.

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Donor Question Experiment Tips

How to Engage and Retain DAF Donors

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 23, 2024

With no signs of slowing down, DAF donors are a big source of donations for nonprofits. Here are eight ways to engage and retain DAF donors.

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Donor Donation Nonprofit Retention

Your Most Important 2024 Donors Are Already in Your File: Engage and Upgrade Mid-Level Donors

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 8, 2024

If you want to grow in 2024, your mid-level donors can be one of the most valuable segments to target in an upgrade campaign.

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Donor Files Campaign Retention

Are You Overlooking Your Mid-Level Donors?

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 23, 2024

“The Missing Middle: Part Four” report from Sea Change Strategies provided insights on the often neglected mid-level donor segment.

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Donor Report Strategy Change

Gen Z Generosity: 5 Ways Nonprofits Can Engage the Next Generation of Donors

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2024

Here are five ways fundraisers can capture the passion and attention of these donors. Gen Z is poised to be exceptionally generous.

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Social Donor Insights to Drive Success in 2025

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 8, 2025

Did you know 37% of social donors gave more this year despite economic pressures? We surveyed 1,036 social donors to uncover key giving trends, offering insights to help you build stronger connections.

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Donor Social Influence Survey

7 Ways to Drive Revenue Growth by Transforming the Mid-Level Donor Experience

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 13, 2022

During this time of economic uncertainty, many organizations are renewing their focus on higher-value donors to generate revenue and build relationships that will keep them engaged with their mission. Here are seven strategies to elevate your current mid-level donor experience.

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Experiment Donor Generation Relationship

What to Do About Donors Who Require Your Nonprofit to Be ‘Woke’?

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Are we in danger of alienating donors because we are too “woke” or “not woke enough?” Here's how your organization can adapt.

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10 Tips to Thank and Retain Your Donors

NonProfit PRO

MAY 8, 2024

Nothing should be more personal and passionate than thanking donors. Here are 10 lessons that are essential to retaining and upgrading donors.

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Donor Lesson Tips Personal

7 Types of Donors That Could Be Your Next Major Gift Prospect

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 11, 2024

Here are seven types of donors your nonprofit can locate internally. If you’re always looking externally for your next major gift prospect, you may overlook a loyal supporter already in your database.

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Gift Donor Database International

Why Donor Retention Is Critical to a Successful Year-End Giving Strategy

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The holiday season is a traditional time for nonprofits to seek additional donations. Perhaps you're considering reaching out to new leads or revisiting past donors. Regardless, before you make that move, it is crucial to have a clear plan for nurturing these relationships for retention.

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Retention Donor Giving Strategy

5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

By Sarah Suarez , Founder and Social Media Strategist for The Social Puzzle – a boutique social media marketing agency which solely focuses on nonprofits so they can concentrate on what really matters, their mission. Every nonprofit strives to make the world a better place, and a strong community is essential to achieving that goal.

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Vanguard Charitable Donors Granted More Than $2.6B to Charity in 2023

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 30, 2024

Vanguard Charitable announced that its donors granted more than $2.6 billion in 2023 to nonprofits in need, a 39% increase over 2022.

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How to Prepare for a Donor Meeting

NonProfit PRO

MAY 22, 2024

Preparing for a donor meeting can be an intimidating experience. Here are five tips to keep you on track and give you confidence.

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Donor Track Tips Giving

How Fintech Is Changing Nonprofit Philanthropy

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 2, 2022

Nonprofit funding is evolving rapidly, with new players and technologies emerging almost daily. To keep up with the latest trends, let’s take a look at how fintech is shaping the future of nonprofits from small-dollar donors and what steps you can take to adopt these practices at your organization.

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Unlock Your Nonprofit’s Impact With Habit-Forming Donor Experiences

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 18, 2024

Discover how habit-forming donor experiences can help you acquire new donors, turn them into repeat givers, and amplify your impact.

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Experiment Impact Donor Help

Donor Acquisition Tops List of Challenges for Nonprofit Leaders

Why Wealthy Donors Are Distancing Themselves From Nonprofits

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3 Simple Donor Acquisition Strategies for New Nonprofits

Webinars

How Your Nonprofit Can Boost Donor Retention Using Data

How to Design a Seamless & Personalized Digital Donor Journey

Donors Want Value: How Nonprofits Can Deliver More

Donor-Advised Funds Soar in Popularity as Nonprofits Successfully Engage New Donors

Free Donor Journey Webinars

Overcoming Donor Hesitancy: Strategies to Keep Donors Engaged and Giving Amidst Challenges

The Retention Ripple Effect: Nonprofit Staff and Donor Dynamics

7 Ways to Grow Your Nonprofit Donor Base With Social Media

Report: Nonprofits Face Challenges in Worker Stress, Public Trust and Donor Participation

7 Ways to Prioritize Donor Acquisition and Retention This Year

The NonProfit Voice Ep 84: The Rapid Growth of Giving Through Donor-Advised Funds

GiveTrust Launches to Match Nonprofits and Donors

5 Keys to Building a Resilient Donor Acquisition Program

3 Benefits of Online Reviews for Your Nonprofit — and How to Encourage Donors to Give Them

The Decline in Small-Dollar and Major Donors Across the Nonprofit Sector Worsens

Ditch the Donor Pyramid for the Loyalty Loop

Study: With Donor-Advised Funds, Unexpected Giving Leads Donors to Expand Their Philanthropy

Donor Digital Detox: Promoting Nonprofits in a Screen-Saturated World

How to Sustain Nonprofits Through Declining Donor Support

Build Donor Bonds With a Behind-the-Scenes Look at Your Nonprofit

Donors Want Value: How Logistics Can Help

Why You Should Mail and Email Your Donors More Often and More Strategically

Reduce Admin Time & Increase Donor Acquisition

How to Connect With Donors So They’ll Want to Give to Your Nonprofit

4 Ways to Nurture Donor Relationships Through Staff Transitions

3 Questions to Get to Know Your Donor Base Better

How to Engage and Retain DAF Donors

Your Most Important 2024 Donors Are Already in Your File: Engage and Upgrade Mid-Level Donors

Are You Overlooking Your Mid-Level Donors?

Gen Z Generosity: 5 Ways Nonprofits Can Engage the Next Generation of Donors

Social Donor Insights to Drive Success in 2025

7 Ways to Drive Revenue Growth by Transforming the Mid-Level Donor Experience

What to Do About Donors Who Require Your Nonprofit to Be ‘Woke’?

10 Tips to Thank and Retain Your Donors

7 Types of Donors That Could Be Your Next Major Gift Prospect

Why Donor Retention Is Critical to a Successful Year-End Giving Strategy

5 Ways to Build a Digital Community that will Transform Your Nonprofit

Vanguard Charitable Donors Granted More Than $2.6B to Charity in 2023

How to Prepare for a Donor Meeting

How Fintech Is Changing Nonprofit Philanthropy

Unlock Your Nonprofit’s Impact With Habit-Forming Donor Experiences

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