Gyrus

JANUARY 3, 2025

Microlearning delivers digestible content that improves retention and engagement. When employees see that their employer values their growth and provides opportunities for learning, they are more likely to feel engaged and satisfied with their roles. What role does technology play in continuous compliance training?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2023

2) Increased Donor Retention: According to Nonprofit Source , nonprofits that effectively use storytelling in their fundraising efforts have a donor retention rate of 45%, compared to 27% for organizations that do not focus on storytelling.

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.orgSource

APRIL 1, 2025

Are we focusing on retention as much as acquisition ? Do we have a succession plan for leadership and key roles? Considerations for Your Association Are we offering multiple pathways for engagement (individual, corporate, freemium, etc.)? Can we personalize the member experience through data-driven insights ?

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Association Analytics

MAY 4, 2023

Having this knowledge not only makes you better in your current role, but it will also help significantly when advancement opportunities arise. Become a Rockstar in Your Current Role Whatever your role is at your association, one thing we know is true – members are ultimately the most important part. Are you in marketing?

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VQ Strategies

AUGUST 24, 2022

For decades, volunteer engagement was summed up in 3 Rs: “Recruitment, Retention, and Recognition.” While recruitment efforts have evolved, so have perspectives on retention. The COVID-19 pandemic challenged the definition of retention even more dramatically. Recruitment. What else is part of your recruitment success story?

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sgEngage

MAY 30, 2024

Employee retention is critical for the health of any organization, particularly for nonprofits. High retention leads to better outcomes all around as the organization saves money and develops stronger performers internally. Plus, as a manager in a nonprofit, retention is a key component of your job.

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Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

As the nonprofit sector seeks ways to continue its work in the face of ongoing challenges, volunteers may come to play a larger role. These articles explain the role volunteers play in building community relationships and resilience. How can nonprofits improve volunteer engagement and retention? According to the U.S. in 2022-23.

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Bloomerang

JULY 26, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants insight into what role direct mail plays in fundraising in a digital world: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m wondering what role direct mail plays in our digitally-dominant world ? Is there any research on open, conversion and retention rates for the different mediums?

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Gyrus

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Role of LMS in Achieving ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Certification in Manufacturing GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - In manufacturing, getting certifications like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 is important for companies that want to improve quality and be more responsible for the environment.

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sgEngage

JULY 5, 2022

In regards to the key question of “are corporate matching gifts and donor retention levels related?” Matching gifts and donor retention share a positive correlation, with each variable increasing alongside the other. What to Know About Donor Retention. The Correlation Between Matching Gifts and Retention Rates.

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Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Yet, according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , donor retention rates have been falling since 2020. We had open discussions about our personal attitudes toward fundraising and role-played donor interactions. Donors are an important part of any nonprofit’s mission.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Working Students Success Network was designed to provide wraparound support—such as job placement, access to public benefits and financial coaching—to improve community college student retention and credential completion. As a result, colleges were engaged to define equity and build that definition into their approach to serving students.

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Fast Company Tech

APRIL 11, 2025

A new report by the online marketplace Care.com indicates that while the vast majority of companies surveyed84%know that burnout can noticeably impact retention, they dont fully understand the scope of the issue. Even so, it seems that employers may be underestimating just how widespread burnout really is among the workforce.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Cabral, MA, CFRE, MFIA , founder of Development Consulting Services , which serves both fundraising professionals and executive directors new to fundraising, wanting to excel in their fundraising role, or advance in their career.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Many organizations are finding it difficult to fill roles, especially in the finance department. Before you start to work on a succession plan, identify what each employee does and their roles and responsibilities. And even when you have a full roster, people retire, move, or decide to change jobs.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Here are some strategies your organization can consider for improving donor retention by building donor trust in your brand. This perception plays a significant role in their trust of your organization. The intent and perception of both the giving and the receiving can play an important role in how donors connect with your mission.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 28, 2025

Here's how segmentation plays a role. Connecting with your donors on a personal level can help strengthen your fundraising efforts.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Finance plays a crucial role in building a sustainable and scalable funding strategy. How to Measure: Track metrics like monthly recurring revenue (MRR), member retention rates, and customer lifetime value to reveal the effectiveness of different membership levels and pricing strategies.

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Fast Company Tech

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Its no secret that corporate and individual giving plays an increasingly significant role in employee satisfaction, providing top talent with pride and a sense of purpose. Aligning philanthropic efforts with a companys values and employee passions creates a sense of purpose, deep engagement, and retention.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 4, 2023

Having a successful volunteer management strategy will help you increase your volunteer retention rate, which ultimately creates more efficient volunteer staff. Why is volunteer retention important? Volunteer retention is your organization’s capacity to keep volunteers active and engaged with your work. Flexibility.

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CauseVox

MAY 17, 2024

We’ll delve into the vital role of stewardship beyond mere gratitude, offering insights and strategies to fortify relationships with donors. In this 30 minute session, you’ll learn: Recognize the pivotal role of donor stewardship within the fundraising continuum, moving beyond conventional thanksgiving gestures.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Fundraising emails play a key role in informing your audience about your campaigns purpose, goals, and how they can show their support. Its a compelling message because it clearly outlines the problem the organization is trying to solve and how supporters can play a role in the solution. Adopt a consistent communication cadence.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Whether through one-off volunteering events, longer-term skills-based programs, or board service positions, volunteerism can play a key role in helping individual employees grow their leadership skills and hone their own sense of purpose, often leading to higher levels of engagement, retention, and a set of new future leaders for the business.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

The Role of AI in Fundraising Utilizing AI in Charities At its core, AI in fundraising uses AI to analyze data. In summary, AI’s role in fundraising initiatives goes far beyond automation. This leads to more donor engagement, higher donations, and better donor retention. They can also benefit from smart donation asks.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Consider establishing career pathways that allow team members to transition into leadership roles. Leveraging Technology For Recruitment and Retention Technology can simplify hiring and keep teams connected. When your team knows youre invested in their success, theyll stay committed to yours.

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Charity Village

MARCH 21, 2024

One important theme is […] The post Voices of experience: The role of people with lived experience across the charitable sector appeared first on CharityVillage. I’ve observed many common themes and best practices from both fields, particularly when it comes to designing, carrying out and evaluating programs.

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Association Analytics

JUNE 17, 2021

In our previous blog posts on retention and product value , we illustrated how data isn’t one dimensional. If particular role types are not attending, take a look at your content and determine if it makes sense to create sessions or a learning track that addresses their needs. Which groups are most loyal attendees and which aren’t?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Learning how to manage volunteers effectively will help bridge the gap between recruitment and retention, ensuring more supporters stick around long-term. Volunteer management is the process of working with volunteers throughout their engagement with your organization, from recruitment to ongoing engagement and retention.

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Association Analytics

JANUARY 7, 2025

On top of that, tracking the answers, particularly if you layer on anonymized demographic data – gender, job role or title, location, things of that nature – lets you know who is actually responding, and how that is influencing those responses. So when you have to increase retention by 3 points, you can plan for that.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This develops the relationship between the nonprofit and supporter and plays a big role in donor retention. Identify ambassadors within your organization who are tasked with developing a plan that not only thanks donors within 24 hours of a contribution and outlines strategies and tactics to keep donors engaged. Make it personal.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

in 2022-23 , its worth asking: What are the drivers behind Americans volunteering less, and how can we boost volunteer retention? Here I’ll highlight the key factors Ive seen in my volunteer engagement roles over the past 20 years and suggest practical tips for retaining volunteers. For example, in the U.S.

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Gyrus

OCTOBER 1, 2024

How to Leverage LMS Data Analytics for Better Decision-Making in Corporate Training GyrusAim LMS GyrusAim LMS - In today’s competitive business landscape, Learning and Development (L&D) programs are key drivers of employee growth, retention, and overall business success.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Community Brands recently shared donor retention data that reinforced alarming trends that the nonprofit sector has been monitoring for a while. In their survey, they asked nonprofits what their current donor retention rate was: about 60% said they didn’t know and the rest had an average donor retention rate of 45%.

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Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Based on my experience as a consultant to nonprofit executive teams and advisor to women pursuing new ways of working, several factors have contributed to the Autonomist movement, especially among Black and brown women in nonprofit leadership roles. For many professionals—especially women and people of color—the pandemic was a turning point.

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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.

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Nimble AMS

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

With proper practice, your organization can leverage your virtual community to drive engagement, boost retention, and attract new members. . Elevate membership roles. Boost the reach of your virtual community by empowering staff and members to take on key roles in your community platform. Get the toolkit.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 11, 2023

You’d be surprised how common it is for different departments in the same association to calculate member retention differently. When your staff understands the reasoning and how it impacts both the association and their roles, they’ll feel more empowered to be part of the change.

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