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Nonprofit Donor Retention 101: Always Do This

Bloomerang

For as long as the Fundraising Effectiveness Project has measured nonprofit donor retention it has been abysmal. Donor and dollar retention rates have averaged well below 50% for over a decade, and it’s been getting worse over time. Long-term retention (5+ years) is now 10% or less. “ People give. One week after gift: .

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Designing engaging and effective learning experiences 

Candid

Whether you’re trying to equip your team with the latest fundraising techniques or preparing volunteers to tackle new challenges, the quality of your training materials will impact your organization’s effectiveness. You can also conduct a training inventory to identify existing resources that can be repurposed.

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Making Your First Donor Retention Calendar, Step by Step

Connection Cafe

According to Chuck Longfield , ten years ago the average retention rates of a newly acquired donor were roughly 33%. Make a donor retention calendar to keep your donors loyal! OK, so donor retention isn’t part of your job description. Current volunteers. Volunteer Appreciation Days. Today it’s 27%.

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Use This eBook To Improve Your Communication

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Saturday, May 22, 2010 Use This eBook To Improve Your Communication The former director of communications for McDonalds, David Grossman, now a leading consultant, speaker and author has released a free eBook about how to communicate effectively. Be An Effective Team Member.

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5 Ideas That Will Give Your Donors a Reason to Stick Around

NonProfit Hub

About a year ago we were hit with the depressing reality of the state of donor retention across the nonprofit industry. They’re not just names in your database; they’re volunteers, donors, advocates and potential board members. Get to know them and build a donor retention strategy that guides them to deeper levels of engagement.

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Top Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Platforms for Nonprofits

Qgiv

When volunteer fundraisers reach out to their friends and family members, they’re building on established relationships. Peer-to-peer pages can be customized to your nonprofit, as well as to each of your volunteers. This way, each individual’s network of family and friends can see exactly why your campaign matters to the volunteer.

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How to R-E-S-P-E-C-T Your Way to Donor Retention

Connection Cafe

Nancy helps nonprofits build strong and lasting relationships with the people whom they need to act—to give, volunteer, participate and more. Donor retention is an absolute priority (again) for 2014. Donor retention is an absolute priority (again) for 2014. What’s still not working with your donor retention program?