Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

Here are four strategies your nonprofit should keep in mind when using Instagram for fundraising: 1. Regular updates to your Instagram page also show that your nonprofit is active and demonstrates how your brand is accomplishing its goals. The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter. Start With the Right Profile Type.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Frequent communication is vital in cultivating donor relationships, especially with new supporters. To use a drip-email campaign, determine what your end goal is, or your call to action. Whatever you want your donors to do, make sure you have this goal in mind when crafting your email series. Don’t let it stop there.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

By Emily Rose Patz , Senior Copywriter at DonorPerfect and lead author of #GivingTuesday Ideas for 2018 , a new guide designed to equip and empower nonprofit professionals to achieve their #GivingTuesday goals. More than a passing fad, crowdfunding is a lucrative fundraising tool that connects your community and builds toward a common goal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2021

To find it, keep your unique goals in mind as you explore this guide to determine what’s possible. To begin, ask yourself how can fundraising software help you achieve your organization’s goals? Goals can include: Gain insight into donor data through reporting and data analytics. How long is the onboarding process?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 4, 2022

Choose people that have different understandings and relationships with your (new) organization and whose influence with their peer group is notable. Work with them to get input from a good cross-section of stakeholders to understand goals, strategies, and perceptions so that you can turn them into communications that make sense.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Engaging younger donors through platforms they frequent, like social media, and providing ways for them to see their impact can turn first-time gifts into lasting relationships. The first donation is just the beginning of what can become a meaningful relationship. Ready to take the next step?

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 21, 2022

As with any new relationship, start with a small step. An in-person meeting will be more productive in terms of building a relationship. Be clear about your goal for the meeting, whether that’s to learn the top 3 charities they support or what they think about your new program or something else. Start With Gratitude.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

This really was never designed with the thought of access in mind, says Helen Schneider, associate principal and project manager at Perkins & Will , the architecture firm that redesigned the camp. Electrical tape and cords were used to mark the paths that weave up and down the camp’s 900 feet of elevation change.

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2022

The foundation of an effective fundraising strategy is built on the relationships your team forms with the people who power your mission. Every member of your nonprofit team already knows how to build strong relationships with friends, co-workers, family members, significant others, and more. What is donor stewardship?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Trying to have a relationship with a high-maintenance CRM system is exhausting, not to mention it keeps you from your true love: advancing your mission. It’s a relationship and pricing you can count on, so you can focus on what truly matters. This is a relationship that’s going to last.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

The list created by Sean Kosofsky of Mind the Gap Consulting can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to your organization’s financial health. Build a relationship with the staff and board of your local community foundation. Cultivation. Prospecting.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Over the next few posts, I’m going to explore how AI grounded in EI can be your association’s superpower helping you accomplish those New Year’s goals and bring out the best in every team. In this moment, the intersection of logic and emotion deserves our focused attention. Our teams are critically important.

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.orgSource

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Highlight the Advantages There are plenty of incentives for these two teams to develop a symbiotic relationship. Integrated planning gives departments, like membership and marketing, a format for collaboration on agendas and goals. Integrated goals, objectives, and tactics keep everyone on point.

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.orgSource

MAY 15, 2023

Highlight the Advantages There are plenty of incentives for these two teams to develop a symbiotic relationship. Integrated planning gives departments, like membership and marketing, a format for collaboration on agendas and goals. Integrated goals, objectives, and tactics keep everyone on point.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 12, 2024

There is no simple answer to the question of whether to consider a new constituent relationship management system. If, like my client, youre asking if its time to change your fundraising CRM , the starting point is understanding your current situation (your team, your data, and your needs) as well as your goals for the future.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Unrestricted funding can offer the flexibility to focus on sustainability and growth, alleviating the pressure on fundraisers to reach funding goals. Leverage collective advocacy Join with like-minded Black fundraisers and philanthropists to advocate for systemic change.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

1) Clearly define your goals for the event on the front end. Are you looking for meaningful ways to build relationships with donors and sponsors? Start with broader objectives, then narrow in on SMART (Specific, Measurable, Actionable, Realistic, Timely) goals that fall under each. Is this an outreach effort?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Starting with the End in Mind: The Perfect Ask Before we jump into AI’s capabilities, let’s cover the elements of the perfect ask. Real relationships: Making an ask for a donation immediately after meeting someone is like asking to borrow a car from someone you just met—there isn’t enough trust built to warrant the interaction.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2024

Retaining your donors requires building relationships with them, and those relationships will rely heavily on effective communication. Donor retention is, at its heart, about building relationships. How to Get Started Now, remember, your goal won’t be to automate every single communication you send to your supporters.

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.orgSource

OCTOBER 24, 2023

We’ve found that internal self-awareness is associated with higher job and relationship satisfaction, personal and social control, and happiness; it is negatively related to anxiety, stress, and depression. Having a truthful relationship with yourself is a little like marriage. “The first. All CEOs grapple with this Catch-22.

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.orgSource

MARCH 28, 2023

The goal is to develop short, mid, and long-range strategies with flexibility baked into the design. An open mind and the ability to connect and collaborate with diverse groups and people (especially those who don’t share your point of view) creates the nuanced vision needed to imagine multiple outcomes.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Regular updates, personalized appeals, and segmented lists can help build lasting relationships with donors and drive consistent contributions. Set a collective goal and encourage friendly competition by featuring a leaderboard or highlighting top donor pages. Have an idea in mind, but want to make sure you execute it properly?

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Since you probably raise a good percentage of your fundraising goal during the month of December, you have to make the time count! Try these 13 successful, yet underutilized strategies to help you raise more money and create stronger relationships this year-end. To build momentum, keep your supporters updated on your campaign progress.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

These automatic monthly transactions are easier on the donor physically and financially, so they can keep their relationship with your organization going strong without much work. Use insights to get ahead of year-end goals and maximize your major donor potential. Tips and Templates to Get Started with Nonprofit Crowdfunding.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

We can decide what experiences and relationships to create.” Listening to data with an open-minded desire to hear the truth brings a level of transparency that builds trust and is highly attractive to members. But those offerings must advance a greater goal. What is significant about this moment in time is that we can choose.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 22, 2024

Member community and customer relationships Build trust and create meaningful connections by demonstrating that you are knowledgeable about audience preferences. It is a one-dimensional attitude toward what should be a dynamic relationship. Member needs become the force that directs organizational goals and objectives.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

It’s about relationships, expertise and shared goals. It is a smart business decision during a time when talent acquisition and retention is on every CEO’s mind. From mentorship programs to gamified volunteer experiences, there are countless ways to engage the next generation.

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.orgSource

JUNE 25, 2023

Early in our relationship, my executive coach reminded me that every CEO gets the organization they deserve. Don’t let “out of sight” become “out of mind.” Set Goals Determining what you want to accomplish is the first step. Policing remote workers should not be included in your goals. shared this valuable advice.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 22, 2021

You can build relationships without meeting in person. . Fundraising is all about building relationships. However, building relationships while following social distancing guidelines in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenge for many of us. . Putting energy into the right relationships pays off. .

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

But big goals cost big money. Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. Corporate donations require relationships that take time to cultivate. Nonprofits need a team of people who care deeply about the work – pulling together and working toward a goal.

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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Planning the Golf Tournament Fundraiser Set Clear Goals Before you hit the green, start by setting crystal-clear goals. Best ball and stroke play formats can work too, but keep in mind that they often attract more serious golfers. Its a perfect opportunity to deepen relationships with your supporters.

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Association Analytics

MARCH 14, 2022

It is important because you want a relationship with your member where there is an even exchange of value. Consider questions with your business goals in mind. Once you have a complete list of activities, prioritize them based on your business goals. As a refresher, let’s review the basic definition of engagement.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 8, 2024

Although leadership courses may be part of more recent IT management degrees, relationship building is a skill that requires commitment and practice. Empathy— is the basis for all productive relationships. Motivation— supports developing strategy, setting goals, and staying focused. It’s the Golden Rule with a twist.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Tom Iselin will show you how to increase your likability and “memorability” among donors that will deepen relationships, help you raise more money, and create greater donor loyalty. We got five excellent tactics for you that’ll help you raise more money, and improve your donor relationships through personal branding.

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.orgSource

MAY 28, 2024

Focus on Mentoring Sue is a relationship builder. More importantly, it was also an excellent opportunity to develop strong relationships and build trust early by creating a cohort of people who were coming up together. An open mind and a collaborative spirit are also important. It was a great way to give them new tools.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Greater Givings webinars in 2024 brought together some of the best minds in the nonprofit space to share actionable advice for planning unforgettable events. Build Relationships : Foster long-term partnerships with donors for repeat success. Mission Alignment: Ensure your fundraising efforts reflect your organizations goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

While paid ads and steeply-priced lead lists may deliver short-term results, long-term donor relationships are built on trust and community. In order to win back trust and stay top-of-mind, nonprofits must focus on establishing emotional connections with their audience through consistent, high-quality content.

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