Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Most of the donor databases and CRMs today incorporate AI to an extent, and you can purchase add-ons from companies like Momentum for major gift fundraising or DonorSearch AI for predictive modeling. Even adding impact stories to your newsletter is not enough. Humans are wired for stories. Multiple times. Multiple places.

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sgEngage

MAY 28, 2024

Make More Accurate Gift Capacity Estimates Gift capacity is a sensitive subject. Only when a gift officer starts talking to a prospect via the qualification and the cultivation process can you know how much someone will give to your organization. Here are three methods for fine-tuning your gift capacity estimates.

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Neon CRM

MARCH 27, 2025

The IRS requires nonprofits to send receipts for any charitable gift over $250, and we all know how critical it is to keep the IRS happy. But donors often expect receipts for gifts of any amount, and keeping them happy is a key part of inspiring them to give again. Then, include a note about the tax deductibility of their gift.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

But there’s one unsung strategy that can elevate your donor retention rates, while expanding mid-level and major giving: multi-year gift agreements. Studies also show that the best major gift and planned gift prospects are donors that have been retained for multiple years. Does this r eally improve donor retention?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2022

As a sector, we’ve been addicted to the buzz about social media – and social media itself – for nearly 20 years, but if we take a step back and take a critical look at the big picture of social media, many nonprofits will discover that their return on investment (ROI) from using social media is minimal. They live in a different world.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

In fact, setting your sights on major gifts this year may be more important than ever. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. raise $100,000 via major gifts; volume-based—e.g., Goals may be dollar-based—e.g.,

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NTEN

MAY 3, 2011

By Colin Holtz and Steve Daigneault, M+R Strategic Services Everyone is talking about "the power of stories" — social scientists, nonprofit directors, your mother, you name it. Nonprofits are adding stories to their fundraising messages. Their four central points may sound familiar: Stories are universal.

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NTEN

OCTOBER 7, 2011

So as fundraisers, how can we tell the real story – expose the true heart of an organization – when our messaging is only one part of a huge multi-dimensional website? Through the stories of four young victims, the A.C.T. The Voting Rights microsite shows that often the greatest impact is made with a singularly focused story.

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 8, 2025

As fundraisers, were also storytellers and every donor has a story. When we can identify what those stories are and understand the kind of path our donors follow at each stage of the giving process, we can gently guide their journey, connect with them at a deeper level, build strong relationships, and improve fundraising results.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 14, 2025

To raise significantly more money through existing email channels, add a link to your online donation page or a mobile email donation button, like the one pictured below. That way, an email recipient must only click on that button and confirm their donation to give that specific gift amount to your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

That’s why we added in a general profile picture and some text around the organization’s impact beforehand, all in the voice of the fundraiser, so that the page is engaging even if it’s not updated by the individual fundraisers. For people who you know can’t afford a large gift, make a more targeted ask that makes it easier to give.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Some focus primarily on traditional fundraising like monthly gifts, planned giving, online fundraising, and special events like galas. provides the framework for organizations to tell their stories and remain accountable to their stakeholders.???. and tell the story of how?those?resources Many receive a combination of both.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The data speaks for itselfaccording to the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report : Of desktop users who made their way to a nonprofits main donation page, only 16% completed a gift. Long story short: youll want to find a user-friendly platform to create a donation page, monitor fundraising metrics, and steward donors from one system.

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Nimble AMS

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Every time an individual gives, ensure you follow up with a thank you and details reporting how much their gift contributed to your financial campaign, exactly where the funds will go, and more. An instant thank you email or phone call to a new donor will increase their next gift by 39%. Leverage your online community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

2) The Mexican data from the 2018 Global Trends in Giving Report paints a picture of the average individual donor in Mexico: She is under the age of 45, gives in micro-amounts ($100 USD annually), and most likely to be politically centrist-to-liberal. 18% of donors in Mexico give tribute gifts. are quickly replacing TV.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

On average, donor retention rates increase based on the average gift amount. For donors who give gifts under $100 the average retention rate is 25%. They are the foundation of sound stewardship which is genuinely acknowledging and thanking donors for their precious gifts of time and money. Photos typically catch more attention.

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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Picture this: a sunny day, a beautifully manicured golf course, and a group of enthusiastic golfers ready to tee offall while raising funds to support your nonprofit’s mission. Early registrations give you a clearer picture of your turnout and can help you plan accordingly. Sounds pretty great, right?

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NetWits

JUNE 20, 2012

I was recently able to get some advice from Bok Tower Gardens’ Martin Corbin on how they manage such a successful social media strategy: Pictures are worth a 1,000 words. We like to hear visitors personal stories and connections. Their Facebook page features images, events, videos, polls, a map and even their gift shop.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2021

But when looking at the bigger picture, even more valuable benefits become clear: Higher conversion rates through better-targeted donor lists. Flag opportunities for mid-level, major, and planned gifts to help guide your stewardship strategies and better allocate your development team’s resources.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 16, 2024

Let’s make it an incredible resource for sharing your organization’s story and engaging supporters. At the same time, the foundation had begun taking its first steps into the new world of personalization and integrating our entire donor funnel from brand story to donor thank-you. Our stories should (and do) speak to that impact.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Potential corporate or major donor gift sponsors/matches. Including an impact goal alongside your fundraising goal ties dollars to impact – and 68% of donors agree that knowing how their donation makes an impact is important to their gift. Tell Good Stories About People. Stories help to connect people.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2022

While there are several answers to this question, getting a return on your investment (ROI) really starts with two key things: new donor retention and second gift conversions. So, how do you set a second gift strategy? Picture the ideal way you would like to cultivate and solicit your new donors. If not, how can I do so?”.

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NetWits

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

Customize their personal page with own story and picture. The average online gift size is $60. ” Her most effective contest states: Register for the Ride and share your inspirational story about why you ride. Have your friends ‘like’ your post and be entered to win a $50 gift card”. They: Register early.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2024

These eCards show how to infuse your nonprofits brand into your designs: Puns like Hoppy Holidays paired with pictures of One Tails rescue animals make the designs unique and heartwarming. Add seasonal touches, such as small thank-you gifts, and decorate tables with winter or holiday centerpieces. Achievements.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 27, 2025

Social Media Fundraising: Take advantage of free fundraising tools on social media, like donate buttons on your Facebook Page or the Donate Sticker in Instagram Stories. Donation eCards: Allow donors to make a meaningful gift in exchange for a personalized eCard. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: Encourage donors to raise funds on your behalf.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Adding a high-quality image to your donation form can help people visualize who they’ll help with their gift. Ideally, your GivingTuesday campaign will include stories about those who benefit from your donors’ generosity. If you can, include a picture similar to those you’re sharing on social media or in your emails.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The CauseVox 2023 Giving Study found that among the younger generations, 76% said that social media influences their decision to make a charitable gift. Potential corporate or major donor gift sponsors/matches. Tell Good Stories About People The power of story lies in its ability to connect us on a deeply human level.

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Neon CRM

MAY 16, 2024

For example, Neon CRM users can create groups based on gift size, initial donation type (online, direct mail, or in person), their level of engagement (one-time donation versus recurring donors, for example), or the campaign that prompted their gift. Did it say, “Thanks for the gift!” This will help you achieve a few ends.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 21, 2013

” How much does a photo in an email influence click-thru and gift giving behavior?By A few years ago my colleagues on the marketing team at The Marine Mammal Center were looking to find a way to write more impactful stories about their patients and we came across the patient x-ray as a powerful image to augment a patient story.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

When asking people to share pictures, ask that they tag @PurrfectPets to be featured in our stories and site! The second prize is a $200 gift card to the best place for pho in town, Pho-Nomenal. Please include posts with energetic calls to action to donate to help support our programs or care for our rescues.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

In fact, setting your sights on major gifts this year may be more important than ever. Understanding the role of major donors, in tandem with an informed development plan, are the foundations of a securing a major gift in 2023. raise $100,000 via major gifts; volume-based—e.g., Goals may be dollar-based—e.g.,

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 29, 2021

And, his latest book, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. And, the first and most important part of being a great storyteller is knowing what stories to tell ,” explains Paul. In fact, “ What stories you tell is more important than how you tell them ,” he adds.

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Whole Whale

MAY 5, 2022

Nonprofits have found success by having a more universal message this connect to the story of any mother/father and it is rather than mentioning the person specifically – “Mother’s Day Gifts that Remember her And honor her Memory” (this message has been found to be 43% better at triggering donations when combined with another color).

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Knowing the prospects with both the capacity and likelihood to make a major gift to your organization is gold. I like to combine this with a three-year giving history to see if there are prospects who are trending up or down in terms of their gift size. . Find out how data insights can help your organization. .

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Qgiv

MAY 4, 2021

Monthly giving can do more than help you attract new donors, it can help you renew donors and cultivate them to higher gifts too! Make sure your donation page is easy to understand with a clear and obvious recurring gift option. Have a “recurring gift” type on the gift record. Promote your monthly giving club at events.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2021

Once you identify the message of your fundraising email, you can add the stories, photos, and videos that drive the message home. Well, one of the families we were able to work with as a result of your gift just moved into their own apartment! Your list might look something like this: Andrea’s success story. Time to Write!

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. The good news is that great stories are all around you. EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell! What Makes a Good Story? What is happening in your hero’s life?

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