Association Analytics

JANUARY 7, 2025

The inertia of decades of existence often precludes a data-informed state, instead relying on anecdote, trusting in the gut feeling of longtime employees or volunteers, and the way things have always been done. The post Why Data SHOULD Drive Your Strategy appeared first on Association Analytics. Doesnt that sound nice?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 21, 2025

Whats the secret to having loyal volunteers? Building a highly loyal volunteer base comes down to a mix of purpose, appreciation, and connection. If you want faithful volunteers, you need to treat them just like donors by learning about their interests and sharing their impact. Award a volunteer of the year (or month).

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 18, 2024

But there is another crucial force operating in the background of any natural disaster: crisis volunteers. Relief organizations have a roster of affiliated volunteers who are skilled in the work of disaster response, such as search and rescue. What roles do spontaneous volunteers fill?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In Part 2 we got specific with 3 of 6 concrete strategies you can employ to meaningfully speak to the needs of today’s and tomorrow’s constituencies, while also meeting your own. Today we’ll finish the 3-part series with a look at strategies 4 – 6. Let’s take a look at these three key strategies.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 25, 2022

You post to raise awareness for your mission and to gain more donors and volunteers. Do you feel like you have an optimal plan and strategy to get the most out of your likely limited time investment? Your nonprofit likely has a social media presence. What goals do you have for your social media?

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Social media can help nonprofits connect with supporters, volunteers and donors more easily. You can leverage social media marketing strategies to boost your engagement — but the best tactics differ from one platform to the next.

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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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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Harnessing the passion of your nonprofit’s dedicated volunteers can pay off significantly over time. In fact, the current estimated value of an hour of volunteer work is over $33 , representing an incredible opportunity to drive support for your mission. This journey is also known as the volunteer lifecycle.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Try these 13 successful, yet underutilized strategies to help you raise more money and create stronger relationships this year-end. Personally, I’m a big fan of asking those serving on the board of directors to not only donate first (which is a given) but to also volunteer with fundraising efforts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

AI-Powered Insights: Salesforce’s Einstein AI analyzes donor data to predict future giving potential, identify major gift prospects, and recommend personalized engagement strategies. Employ next-best actions: Get AI-powered recommendations on the most effective engagement strategy for each donor.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2025

Now is the time to make sure that your organization has donor retention strategies in place to bring those year-end supporters with you into 2025. Youre probably generally familiar with the concept of donor retention , but you may not know your own rate or the many nuances of donor retention strategies. Its officially 2025!

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Wild Apricot

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Creating a volunteer engagement strategy can not only improve your volunteer's experience, but your entire organizational atmosphere. This is the guide to engaging volunteers from start to finish!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

By Denise Dunbar , a Digital Fundraising Strategist at MobileCause , where she helps nonprofits accelerate their fundraising and engagement efforts through giving and marketing strategies. Make the tribute section a standard element on all donation forms.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Nonprofit professionals need distinct strategies for each setting. Video updates from the field, live streams of volunteer projects, and photo essays showing program impact help distant donors feel connected to local solutions. What strategies would you add to the list to support homelessness initiatives?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 30, 2024

Most nonprofits would love to have more young people join their cause as volunteers or donors. The article states, “Gen Zers are eager to engage as volunteers and promoters of your organization and cause…By all accounts, however, organizations have made a limited investment in mobilizing Gen Z’s energy.”

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

Implement a multichannel fundraising strategy with plenty of different opportunities to give. Social media is known for its generous donations, enthusiastic volunteers, and passionate advocates. Continue to embrace virtual events and digital fundraising for a more flexible strategy. Winter 2022. Spring & Summer 2022.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2025

This is the time to set fundraising goals , create a strategy for pitching the campaign to potential individual fundraisers (why should someone organize a peer-to-peer fundraiser on your behalf?), Other potential fundraisers could include volunteers, recurring donors , and those actively engaging with your organization on social media.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 10, 2025

If volunteers make up a large percentage of your nonprofits team, you know how important their support and dedication are in your efforts to achieve your mission. However, 26% of volunteer leaders noted that recruiting volunteers was a top challenge for their organization in 2024.

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.orgSource

APRIL 8, 2025

They are essential strategies for creating organizations that are resilient, agile, and purpose-led. Even the best strategy will fall flat if it isnt communicated effectively and embraced across the organization. Associations with strong, intentional cultures create a sense of belonging for staff, volunteers, and members alike.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

These changes mean nonprofits need to have an effective fundraising strategy for 2022. We’ll also look at how popular fundraising activities can be adapted to these different galas and what online platforms you can use to help build a better fundraising strategy. Advantages of In-Person, Virtual, and Hybrid Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 26, 2021

Feel connected to your organization through financial commitment or volunteering their time? Do you want them to become a member? Know more about the issues so that they become advocates for your mission? Every project decision should distinctly support the goal, which can mean being ruthless as you decide what to keep and what to let go.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The phrase “culture eats strategy for breakfast” is often true – certainly there are situations where strategy is consumed by culture – but strategy and culture are not mutually exclusive. And that would ultimately help us deliver on strategy. Why not tend to them both at the same time during strategic planning?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Have they volunteered? Dynamic CTAs are more than 200% more likely to be clicked than static ones. This means that using CTAs to show the recipient how to expand their individual relationship with you can increase conversions. Have they given before? Are they a monthly donor?

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Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

In this post, we’ll explore three strategies you can use to ensure you’re making the right moves for more meaningful member engagement. You’ll come away with specific examples from the team at the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) that you can use to inform your own strategy.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Here are some of the most important strategies to keep both your people and your nonprofit safe and secure throughout the holidays. If an employee or volunteer leaves the organization, retrieve their key or cancel their access card immediately. Armed volunteer security team – Your nonprofit is responsible for the team’s actions.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

While social media is now a common part of every nonprofit’s communication strategy, a common sentiment is that interacting on social media is a poor substitute to in-person interactions. As a result, social media strategies are often used to supplement in-person events. COVID-19 obviously changed this dynamic.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

5 Effective Donor Retention Strategies for Small Nonprofits Its tempting for small nonprofits to focus heavily on donor acquisition. With these benefits in mind, weve compiled a list of strategies to help your nonprofit increase donor retention. After all, volunteer time is valued at over $33 an hour !

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Double the Donation

MARCH 24, 2025

In the nonprofit world, volunteers are often placed in a separate category from donations or revenue-generating efforts. However, the reality is that they can be a powerful driving force behind your organization’s fundraising success.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 13, 2025

Slinging AI Blandwash at Your Donors Nonprofits are fundamentally in the relationship business with beneficiaries, with volunteers, and with donors. Its an artful, artificial remix of Bachs Brandenburg Concertos or one of John Muirs essays not original, just reassembled.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 14, 2024

From corporate matching gifts to employee volunteer programs and beyond, these initiatives not only provide significant financial benefits for nonprofits but also encourage a culture of generosity throughout. Volunteer grants : Companies provide monetary donations to nonprofits based on the number of hours an employee volunteers.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 8, 2025

Big Results for Small Nonprofits: 5 Fundraising Strategies Your nonprofit may not have the same resources, well-established donor base, or strong brand recognition as many larger, more long-standing organizations. Lets explore five budget-friendly fundraising strategies that can drive significant results for your nonprofit.

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Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Community buildingcultivating a network of engaged donors, volunteers, board members, and beneficiaries who share a sense of belonging and commitmentmight be the most overlooked strategy for long-term success. Share stories of impact from donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 28, 2025

Engaged : They take meaningful action with your orgdonating, volunteering, attending events, or joining a campaign. ” – George Weiner, CEO Why Full-Funnel Thinking Matters Your audience isnt one-size-fits-all, and your digital strategy shouldnt be either. Committed : They stick around.

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Double the Donation

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Collecting employer information in volunteer registrations is a crucial strategy for nonprofits seeking to maximize their outreach, fundraising, and engagement potential. By understanding where their volunteers work, organizations can identify opportunities for corporate volunteer incentives and more.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 16, 2023

Here are 5 strategies to activate and sustain Brand Leadership in your organization: 1) Start with Leadership Obviously, Brand Leadership must start with leaders. Participants who feel heard and respected will volunteer unique information, stories, and ideas. In other words, Brand Leadership IS Leadership. Clear as mud?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

While the total funding for nonprofits continues to rise, data shows that fewer Americans are engaging in giving and volunteering. To address this pressing issue, The Generosity Commission recently released its capstone report, “Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering.”

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Engaging new donors who will volunteer is a major challenge. Here are some strategies to connect with Gen Z donors and keep them involved.

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