sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In my role as Blackbaud’s vice president of customer success and as a member of the board of directors of the Giving Institute, I have the unique privilege of witnessing firsthand the incredible impact nonprofits have on our communities. It’s about relationships, expertise and shared goals.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In the wake of last weeks news regarding the Office of Management and Budget memorandum instructing federal agencies to temporarily pause all activities related to obligations or disbursement of all Federal financial assistance, many of us are trying to understand the potential impact of a freeze on federal funding on the nonprofit sector.

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Impact Nonprofit Grant Foundation 109

Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

By combining the power of its CRM with integrated data and cutting-edge artificial intelligence, Salesforce empowers nonprofit organizations of all sizes to cultivate deeper relationships with donors through hyper-personalized engagement. This lets you prioritize your outreach efforts for maximum impact.

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Personal Fundraising Nonprofit Donor 295

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether it’s a good strategy to include your impact report with your appeal mailing: Dear Charity Clairity, We have started mailing quarterly impact reports to those midlevel and major donors who aren’t emailable, and emailing otherwise.

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Mail Impact Report Donor 119

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

While big donors can have a significant impact on your organization, you should also focus your efforts on small donors. They will only get more generous with age as they earn more disposable income, which is why it’s crucial for you to build relationships with new and existing donors. Why are small donations important?

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Donation Impact Nonprofit Charity 347

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 24, 2023

With so many options from which donors can select, standing out through a stellar impact offering is imperative. So here are some tips for doing just that.

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Impact Donor Tips Relationship 264

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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Donor Experiment Impact Help 290

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Nonprofits work hard to deliver on their missionsengaging donors, running campaigns, and making an impact. It makes it even easier to connect with additional tools you rely on, creating a best-in-class ecosystem that ensures everything works together to amplify your impact. Better nonprofit CRM integrations change that.

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Integration Program Impact Nonprofit 97

Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Its an opportunity to deepen relationships, show gratitude, and keep the conversation going, turning one-time participants into lifelong supporters. In this guide, well explore actionable best practices for crafting an effective follow-up plan that strengthens connections with your supporters and maximizes the long-term impact of your events.

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.orgSource

MAY 26, 2021

When marketing got hitched to technology and changed its name to MarTech, their relationship caught fire. That marriage is making an indelible impact on the way associations operate and their ability to engage with members.

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Trend Technology Marketing Associations 416

Allegiance Group

JANUARY 28, 2025

With both donor acquisition and retention becoming more challenging, your organization must aspire to forge relationships with donors that go beyond a single transaction in order to deepen your donors affinity for your cause. By contrast, relationship fundraising is a deeper, more personal connection.

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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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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 12, 2024

Join us as you hear from the team at NAPCO Research share best practices in crafting an effective impact study. Learn the positive effects impact studies have on funding and donations. You will also benefit from first-hand insight from a non-profit CEO, whose organization recently completed an impact study of its own.

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Studies Impact Profit Donation 208

sgEngage

APRIL 1, 2025

Instead of relying on internal strategists within your organization, lean on trust-based relationships with your grantees to get an honest answer about what people need. The post Strategies for Impactful Grantmaking During Funding Uncertainty first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog by Blackbaud.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Charity golf tournaments are a viable option for nonprofits to elevate their reach, forge and strengthen relationships, and raise mission-critical funds. Marketing: Get cost-effective tips for promoting your event to ensure a full field and maximum impact.

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Charity Free Sponsor Fundraising 141

Bloomerang

JANUARY 2, 2025

Donor retention isnt just a numberits the pulse of a nonprofits long-term impact. Check out the insights below to discover how nonprofits can bridge this gapthrough better strategies, stronger relationships, and technology that works for them, not against them. Whats driving this retention gap?

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Donor Fundraising Retention Relationship 119

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For nonprofit professionals serving rural communities, building strong donor relationships starts with clear communication about local needs and measurable outcomes. Organizations that articulate these community-specific needs position supporters to make a targeted impact.

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Homeless Support Build Strategy 105

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Effective donor stewardship isnt just about saying thank you; its about cultivating meaningful, genuine relationships. Within 48 hours of receiving a donation, send a personalized thank-you letter that acknowledges the donors specific impact. This small but immediate gesture can set the tone for a lasting relationship.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2024

Here are three unconscious biases and mental shortcuts seen in boardroom relationships, their impact and strategies to manage them.

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Relationship Nonprofit Strategy Impact 278

Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2025

What will you do to nurture relationships with the new donors you acquire through the campaign? Celebrate milestones, highlight top fundraisers, and emphasize the real-world impact of their generosity. A few other details to think of: Who is in charge of which aspects of the campaign? How will you keep track of results?

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Campaign Nonprofit Fundraising Social Media 274

Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

Asking donors to rethink the funder-grantee relationship Nonprofits are used to keeping donors at arms length, presenting their successesthe beautiful mosaicwhile concealing the individual tiles that make that successful impact possible. They need to understand the wins and struggles that shape meaningful impact.

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Donor Relationship Conversation Impact 96

.orgSource

DECEMBER 17, 2024

By embracing AI, associations can foster deeper relationships with their members, ensuring higher satisfaction, loyalty, and growth even amid industry disruptions. Implementing AI in Your Association Getting started with AI doesnt require an overhaulbegin with small, impactful steps.

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Personal Associations Retention Analytics 221

Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support. We started sharing the stories of the collective’s artisans, illustrating the direct impact of their donations.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

This guide explores why EQ is the key to long-term donor relationships, successful fundraising strategies, and stronger teams. Ready to elevate your impact? Learn how building authentic connections with donors, understanding their motivations, and fostering empathy can transform your approach.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Learn how to build donor relationships, align with your organization’s mission, and set the stage for long-term fundraising success. Ready to make an impact? Master the first 90 days as a Major Gift Officer with this strategic roadmap. Discover the key steps to establishing yourself as a successful MGO.

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Gift Donor Relationship Guide 130

sgEngage

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Similarly, without robust support from funders, many nonprofits would struggle to fulfill their missions and extend their positive impact on communities. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A Valentines Day-themed stewardship campaign is a fun and engaging way to strengthen donor relationships. Segment Your Donors for Personalization Not all donors are the same, so segmenting your donor base into meaningful groups allows you to tailor your Valentines Day outreach for maximum impact. or Youre the Heart of Our Mission.

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Relationship Donor Tips Build 59

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 30, 2022

This tool helps to identify strategies to drive growth, build new and retain current supporter relationships, and ultimately increase mission impact. To answer this important question, your organization should use this five-step maturity model.

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Model Fundraising Relationship Strategy 279

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

In the timeline below, we tell you exactly when to send emails designed to cultivate a relationship with your new Giving Tuesday supporters. Subject line: Sofia, keep tabs on the impact of your gift by following us on social media. 4) Week Three: Give An Impact Update. Share a Video of Giving Tuesday Impact.

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Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Research shows the impact of prioritizing grassroots engagement and localized impact on nonprofit sustainability. Share regular updates and behind-the-scenes stories to create emotional connections and a tangible sense of impact for your donors. Share stories of impact from donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

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Community Build Fundraising Nonprofit 102

Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

These articles explain the role volunteers play in building community relationships and resilience. Community relationships strengthen public trust in nonprofits. Partnerships between nonprofits and for-profit companies can boost workplace volunteering and amplify community impact. Fundraisers need to adapt.

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DonorDock

JANUARY 7, 2025

Becky and John discuss their unique approach to storytelling, community building, and the importance of shifting from transactional to relationship-focused fundraising. They also introduce their 'Impact Uprising' initiative, which aims to create local and global conversations about key issues.

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Impact Community Build Storytelling 52

Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

. “The name immediately conveys our organizations global impact and focus on animals, and it states what we strive to achievea more humane world,” Corcoran says. ” The use of interlocking animals in motion, he says, “speak to the dynamic animal ecosystem and our interconnected relationships across the animal kingdom.”

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Global Advocacy United States Reflection 121

sgEngage

JANUARY 31, 2025

The order was quickly challenged in court and the ultimate impact is not yet clear. Its critical to effectively communicate and build relationships with stakeholders during challenging times. As fundraisers (be it individual fundraisers, grant writers, event planners, annual giving, etc.),

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Environment Communication Fund Donor 98

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Here are insights we gathered from other nonprofits on how to create impactful sponsorships that benefit your nonprofit and your sponsors. Start Early for Maximum Impact Timing is everything! Build Relationships Through Gratitude Fostering lasting relationships with sponsors is essential. Need More Planning Resources?

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Strong donor relationships are the cornerstone of successful fundraising. However, traditional engagement strategies can feel transactional - failing to create deep, meaningful connections that drive long-term impact.

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Donor Guide Relationship Practice 214

sgEngage

JANUARY 14, 2025

As a tech leader at a growing social impact organization, you know that migrating to an enterprise-scale constituent relationship management (CRM) system can be a daunting proposition. This ensures that you can provide the level of service and attention that major donors expect, ultimately strengthening these valuable relationships.

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