DipJar

JANUARY 21, 2021

Pick up the phone to say ‘thank you’, send a personalized email, or mail a handwritten note. Additionally, encourage new donors to stay engaged by signing up for your email newsletter, following you on social media, volunteering, and attending your community events or fundraisers. (*We New Donors.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2023

Add in more personal touches and stories specific to your organization after the AI creates your base template. Use this prompt: “Write an urgent-sounding fundraising email under 300 words for [Your Organization] to [Donor Segment]. Focus on the difference the donor can make when they give to [Your Organization].”

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Your donor engagement strategy may outline different recognition tiers by gift amount ($50 donations receive a shout-out in your newsletter, and $250 donations receive a plaque, for example). Showing impact numbers and, more importantly, stories keep donors informed and engaged. That tip sounds kind of goofy, doesn’t it?

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 4, 2023

That might sound a little silly, right? In your letter, tie the donor’s impact to your GivingTuesday appeal and the stories you used to support it. Why would they get a thank-you letter that wasn’t meant for them? The more specific you can be, the better! Give your donors another way to connect with you.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

I decided to focus on what I loved—copywriting and teaching—but take time off from the many worthwhile e-newsletters that I receive every weekday, cut back on writing articles and spend less time examining the dozens of fundraising appeals I receive every week online and in the mail. Are you experiencing fundraising fatigue right now?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Many website services promise quick and easy setup free of any long-term planning or custom coding, and—while that may sound alluring—it can cause certain roadblocks in the future that prevent you from scaling your online presence. From your donate button to your newsletter sign-up form, a website visitor’s next steps should stand out.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 9, 2022

Volunteers, event attendees, annual fund donors, or people with whom you have engaged on some level through your emails and newsletters are often great candidates to move up the pyramid—they just need to receive some personal attention to motivate them. When you send these regular communications, be sure they sound familiar.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Here’s a story of my own about that. Because of our team of monthly donors – who we fondly call Rescuers – I can now peacefully sleep at night knowing I’m safe and sound in my forever home and feel lots of love! Anytime throughout the year that you’re sending an appeal, whether through the mail or email, make monthly giving an option.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Telling your story. Q: What is my story? What is a life changing story example for us? A: Telling your story is essential to good fundraising. When you can pull your donor into the story, do it. I promise you that you can find the sizzle in your story if you keep looking. Electronic mail vs snail mail.

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Achieve

DECEMBER 16, 2014

Still, end-of-year gifts and donations account for a substantial amount of the money raised by nonprofit organizations, which, in an effort to capture every bit of potential support before January 1, typically kick off the end-of-year fundraising season with a series of direct-mail appeals and then move on to email solicitations.

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Neon CRM

MAY 31, 2023

Does this sound familiar? If that sounds familiar, then what your nonprofit lacks is a sound donor management strategy. Sound good? No money (or time) is changing hands yet; this step includes actions like responding to your latest Facebook post or signing up for your newsletter. Then let’s get started!

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Care2

MAY 1, 2008

If you cant make it to our Meetup, our friends at ePhilanthropy.org ran a great story by See3 , summarizing the top 10 tips for shooting online video.

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Neon CRM

MAY 18, 2023

Be sure to share impact stories, campaign progress, and program updates to keep your community in the know. Check out the story of our work with the Chicago Repertory Ballet to learn more! Common channels include email, direct mail, social media, phone calls, your website, etc. Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals S.M.A.R.T.

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The Fundraising Authority

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Then two hours later, you’re sitting there looking through past writing projects and online templates hoping to find inspiration without a single word written… Sound familiar? I find the “ Thank You – Story Driven ” model. Article Outline Plan the outline for your next blog post or newsletter article based on a topic.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2022

By leveraging multiple communication channels—email, mobile, direct mail, websites, social media, paid and earned media, SEO, and more, you expand your reach to engage new donors and supporters. For example, older donors (65+) still respond well to direct mail offers. Why is it important for nonprofits?

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Bloomerang

MAY 10, 2021

Oh, that sounds doable. Or have you tried incorporating a stand-out call to action in your volunteer newsletter? Sounds good. We thought we’d just drop them at places since we can’t afford to mail them.”. Might you be able to get mailing lists at some of the places you think the volunteers you’re looking for hang out?

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Wild Apricot

JUNE 27, 2008

a slogan, perhaps, or a compelling human-interest story â?? in combination with the other delivery methods tailored to your particular audience and message, such as reports, newsletters, fact sheets, etc., Obviously this is only one part of the equation, but this sure sounds like a must read report. E-mail marketing.

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Care2

DECEMBER 4, 2007

Heather McCown of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn kicked off the idea of restoring ferry service from Brooklyn to Manhattan , as it is a more environmentally-sound and significantly faster commute to lower Manhattan than driving or taking the bus. The rest is history, but in the next few weeks, the story was in several local newspapers and blogs.

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Blogger Social Media Site Advocacy 28

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

So the reason we do the seminar and I wrote this book on questions is because my strong belief is, this is a methodology of approaching all kinds of fundraising, whether it’s major donors, direct mail, face to face, on the street, your digital work. . Again, integrating your own personal stories can be highly motivating to people. .

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Allegiance Group

JULY 25, 2024

How much of this sounds familiar? Digital ads should work hand-in-hand with your other awareness efforts, such as email, website, and direct mail. But a lower hurdle, like asking them to subscribe to your newsletter to learn more about the impact they can make through your work, is less pressure.

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Care2

AUGUST 16, 2008

The first thing I suggest is to be genuine -- interview people who are affected by the work your organization does, record actions you are taking to solve problems in your community, ask YouTube users to sound off on why your issues are important. Nonprofits can find tips for creating a high-quality video in the YouTube Video Handbook.

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Care2

JULY 14, 2008

The first thing I suggest is to be genuine -- interview people who are affected by the work your organization does, record actions you are taking to solve problems in your community, ask YouTube users to sound off on why your issues are important. Nonprofits can find tips for creating a high-quality video in the YouTube Video Handbook.

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YouTube Video Social Media Advocacy 34

Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

This may sound counterintuitive, but you must narrow your focus to reach more prospects likely to convert. The story of a donor’s journey to your organization will inspire others to follow suit. Feature the graphics in mailings such as appeals, newsletters, and even holiday cards. And not just the major gift donors.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 25, 2021

Steven: because of the pandemic, true story. Robin: True story. Many mail houses and data systems. Now, 50% of people pay more attention to direct mail than to any other marketing channel. I go in and I look at clients who just use e-mail and send out their e-mail. We pay attention to our mail.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

” Well, you know, it sounds like a good goal, right, but do I need to lose that? ” That’s where you reach out and you say, “But let me tell you the story, let me put a human face on that. .” Others say, “Attainable, specific, measurable, action-driven, realistic, relevant, and timely.”

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Care2

JULY 26, 2007

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. I would love to see more success stories -- post em here! I would love to see more success stories -- post em here!

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Care2

JULY 17, 2007

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. I would love to see more success stories -- post em here! I would love to see more success stories -- post em here!

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Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

You can quickly see the actual cost per friend you recruit, the supporter you recruit, or cost per donation and hopefully compare that to other options - web traffic, direct mail, ads, email, events, etc. I would love to see more success stories -- post em here! I would love to see more success stories -- post em here!

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Bloomerang

JULY 2, 2021

Because what you’re sending out in social media, newsletters, when you’re doing these Zoom presentations and making virtual ask, all of this ties back to your mission, your vision, and your values. Because I sound like a broken record saying this, I’m going to say it again, volunteers make your very best donors.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2021

They do the mailing. Maybe you send one email, and you don’t do any direct mail. Maybe you do like, you know, five emails and like four direct mail pieces. Just choose in the poll how many appeals mail and email you sent. You’re going to be scheduling your emails and your social and your mail drop.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 22, 2013

What’s the sound of your nonprofit’s brand? Colleen Fahey’s article, How Audio Enhances Your Brand Content: Find Your Signature Sound , provides guidance for how your nonprofit can strengthen its voice. Baldrick’s Foundation shares expert story-telling advice. Have you ever thought about it?

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Story Nonprofit Social Media Content 54

Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Provide additional information about your organization through welcome packets, newsletters, and other resources. Volunteering may not immediately sound like an appreciation idea, but hear us out! Be sure to check with them first before highlighting their story for the world to see. Donor Appreciation for Recurring Donors.

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Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Provide additional information about your organization through welcome packets, newsletters, and other resources. Volunteering may not immediately sound like an appreciation idea, but hear us out! Be sure to check with them first before highlighting their story for the world to see. Donor Appreciation for Recurring Donors.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Why – THE STORY If your goal is your “what,” your story is your “why” Why did you set the above goal? While you want to include the program’s metrics and efficacy, you’ll also want the central piece to relate to a real story from your community. Prepare email blast /newsletter copy.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 19, 2022

They want to see innovative thinking and sound business practices in place at the nonprofits they support. Your communications package can include an annual report, a sample newsletter that goes to your constituents, or a publication that goes to other donors, or a link to a video essay about your activities and constituent success.

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Beyond looking at dollars raised, looking at new volunteer sign-ups tells you how well your nonprofit is doing at telling your story and how engaged people were at this specific event. For most kinds of live events, you’re probably going to need some sort of sound system. Tell a story. Make your team the stars!

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Bloomerang

APRIL 16, 2021

This is really where that awareness of who you are or that, you know, email you just sent them, that direct-mail piece you just sent them, that webinar you just hosted for your constituents, where that turns into action and people do something. Again, you know, your website, your newsletter, social media, that’s all owned media.

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