Selfish Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Unless your City Year , The United Way , Product RED , or a handful of other special nonprofits, the money you raise from businesses isn't a big deal. As one development executive said to me, "I could cover all that money with one rich donor." He asks, "Can you still blog your way to visibility and credibility?"

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Public and Nonprofit Management Marketing Marketing Children 124

iMarketSmart

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The job is to help the institution, not the donor. Is there a magic job title that is universally attractive to donors? It was true for minor donors (<$1,000), moderate donors ($1,000+), and major donors ($10,000+). The top titles signaled that the employee offered donors. It’s what donors want.

Nonprofit Administration and Development 52

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Nonprofit Fixer

JULY 14, 2021

Some individual board members may want to start with “easier” tasks like thanking donors, but eventually they should be directly helping raise thousands of dollars annually. Give in-kind support to the organization in a way that actually helps. Offer to help write short updates to keep donors informed. Be informed 5.

Fundraising 75

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management 75

Nonprofit Megaphone

DECEMBER 4, 2021

There are plenty of ways to raise money, but one of the most popular (and let’s face it: fun!) ways to bring in fundraising dollars and engage supporters is the time-tested nonprofit fundraising event. The key to meeting fundraising goals is donor engagement. Ask yourself why donors would want to attend.

Participation and motivation 52

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iMarketSmart

JUNE 12, 2023

The ability to attract assistance during such threatening reversals in welfare, where the absence of help might be deadly, may well have had far more significant selective consequences than the ability to cultivate social exchange relationships that promote marginal increases in returns during times when one is healthy, safe, and well fed.”[3]

Donor Motivation 52

Donor Motivation Philanthropy Insurance Altruism and Helping 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s an ideal community to connect co-workers, influencers, donors, and corporate sponsors. and the best way to learn is to spend an hour or so a month studying your analytics. Fundraisers and executive staff should actively engage donors and funders on LinkedIn. 4) Experiment with LinkedIn Ads (maybe).

Public and Social Policy 145

Public and Social Policy Nonprofits Activism Leadership 145

Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

Tell your story of being laid off in a respectful and sensitive way. . Pushing back is something we don’t always think we have the power to do when you’re applying for a job, but it is a two-way street. The data shows women earn 27% less than men at the same job in the nonprofit sector. There’s a lot going on.

Recruitment 103

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Fundraising Coach

JULY 14, 2009

Objections show the donor is interacting with what you say. Objections become much easier to take if you see them as the donor-to-be asking you to help him figure out how to make the gift. Or you could offer him ways to make the gift that would fit his need to also pay tuition. So to in fundraising. Especially in this economy!

Fundraising 83

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Can your donor have a real lifetime value if they aren’t with you for life? If your organization wants to benefit from the true potential of a Gen Y’s lifetime value, you need to be cultivating relationships with them today. You can start by learning who they are, what matters to them and then connecting with them their way.

Values 71

Values Technology Recruitment Advertising 71

The Agitator

JULY 13, 2011

We’ve received a great response to our quest — Can You Beat 27 Years? So I can’t beat 27 years, but it’s close. Chris Cleghorn : Here’s my near-27 years tenure tale. I did that and then many other interesting things along the way. the longest time at the same charity or nonprofit.

Fundraising 75

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Care2

AUGUST 12, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

Advertising 31

Advertising Fundraising Fundraising Technology 31

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Building a donor base. Q: What suggestions do you have to reach out to new donors? Q: How do I increase my donor base? A: Growing your donor base is a “must-do” activity for ANY nonprofit. You simply must be adding new donors each year just to maintain your numbers. This is commonly called a donor profile.

Non-Profits 45

Non-Profits Food Nonprofit Administration and Development Homelessness 45

NextAfter

AUGUST 22, 2022

And the recent Global Online Fundraising Scorecard revealed many simple ways in which Canadian charities can optimize their digital fundraising efforts to beat this benchmark and grow giving even more. How a dedicated confirmation page can unlock new donors. Cultivate New Online Donors via Email Within the First 90-Days.

Fundraising 52

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iMarketSmart

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Are we focused on the right donors? Are we focused on the right donors? You spend the next two years working with 100 donors. You spend the next two years working with 100 donors. Major donor math. Ideally, we want donors with high interest and high capacity. We can influence a donor’s interest.

Fundraising 52

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Some organizations use donor perks or benefits to do this. One way to create a major donor program or donor perks system is to replicate one from another organization. If you are copying it to the letter, ask permission.

Public and Social Policy 137

Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation Activism Education 137

Care2

AUGUST 14, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60)

Advertising 28

Advertising Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 28

Care2

NOVEMBER 15, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) MySpace.com: A Place for Donors?

Fundraising 28

Fundraising Fundraising Advertising Recruitment 28

iMarketSmart

DECEMBER 19, 2022

In Socratic fundraising, the donor tells his story. But the goal is to get the donor to tell his story about these steps: identity, challenge, and victory. 11] “What got you started as a donor to this organization?”[12] 27] “How has [this cause or charity] impacted your life?”[28] Challenge → Victory. Connections. “Why

Philanthropy 52

Philanthropy Universities Values Participation and motivation 52

iMarketSmart

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

We carefully execute each step in the cultivation process. What amount would be easy for this donor?”) Next steps in the real world The donor says, “No.” The fundraiser is the donor-hero’s guiding sage. She helps the donor along the hero’s journey. The fundraiser advances the donor’s hero story. Devastation?

Universities 52

Universities Nonprofit governance and management Fundraising Fundraising 52

Bloomerang

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Harvey McKinnon and Andy Robinson will discuss how to build stronger donor relationships and how you can use this strategy to improve every kind of fundraising. But we won’t discriminate either way, we would love to hear from you. . Thanks for doing this by the way. Introduce yourself if you haven’t already. .

Nonprofit Administration and Development 104

Nonprofit Administration and Development Nonprofit governance and management Law Participation and motivation 104

Care2

MAY 31, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) But how soon, exactly? So test, test and retest!

Activism 28

Activism Education Education Fundraising 28

Care2

MAY 29, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) But how soon, exactly? So test, test and retest!

Activism 28

Activism Education Education Fundraising 28

EveryAction

APRIL 1, 2016

Donor relations. Examine major gift planning in the context of current economic conditions, changes in donor populations and increased competition for the charitable dollar. Discover how these and other factors are irrevocably changing the ways donors structure their largest gifts of a lifetime. Donor Relations.

Nonprofit governance and management 71

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy Philanthropy 71

iMarketSmart

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

She challenges the donor to heroism. She helps the donor start the hero’s journey. She helps the donor finish the hero’s journey. The fundraiser advances the donor’s hero story. The fundraiser advances the donor’s hero story. When the fundraiser fulfills this role, it can be powerful for donors, too.

Public and Nonprofit Management 52

Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Altruism and Helping Values 52

Bloomerang

JULY 31, 2021

But if you’ve never heard of Bloomerang beyond the webinars, we are a provider of donor management software. Now, when I think about this topic, especially for those who are thinking, and I know many of you are thinking about it now, trying to figure out what’s the best way to approach grants. We love doing these webinars.

Nonprofit governance and management 114

Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Nonprofit Administration and Development Foundations 114

Care2

JULY 26, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Im working on the other analyses, too!

Recruitment 74

Recruitment Values Fundraising Fundraising 74

Care2

JULY 17, 2007

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Im working on the other analyses, too!

Recruitment 74

Recruitment Fundraising Fundraising Advertising 74

Nonprofit Fixer

AUGUST 7, 2021

Nonprofits need every tool possible to entice donors to join and then stick around for years. Some organizations use donor perks or benefits to do this. One way to create a major donor program or donor perks system is to replicate one from another organization. If you are copying it to the letter, ask permission.

Public and Social Policy 52

Public and Social Policy Participation and motivation Education Education 52

Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2008

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Im working on the other analyses, too!

Recruitment 53

Recruitment Fundraising Fundraising Advertising 53

The Charity CFO

APRIL 27, 2022

In this week’s episode, Tim sits down with me to talk about some simple techniques and everyday strategies you can use to attract more donations and build a better relationship with your donors. How to use your donor data to drive bigger gifts (27:30). In, in many ways I get a lot of, um, in my work, I go to a lot of galas.

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Non-Profits Nonprofit Administration and Development 98

Bloomerang

AUGUST 28, 2021

So send in your questions and comments along the way. But if you’ve never heard of Bloomerang beyond these webinars, we’re actually a provider of donor management software. And I absolutely love helping fundraisers fundraise more confidently and delight their donors and boost their donors’ loyalty.

Fundraising 76

Fundraising Fundraising Participation and motivation Nonprofit Administration and Development 76

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

JANUARY 9, 2023

The term social media, and the way in which we view it, has definitively changed. The old way is dead, that is certainly true. . Hard to walk away given historic efforts and audience we’ve cultivated. It doesn’t have anything resembling a main feed in the way that other social media apps do. That’s the thing.

Advertising 52

Advertising Activism Collaborations Production 52

Bloomerang

MAY 14, 2021

We’re also a provider of donor management software. That’s a good way to open up the discussion. I was fortunately eligible for some unemployment during that period, so you don’t want to have the potential, oh, they call you and ask you a question about a donor, you can’t answer that. Ephraim: Okay.

Nonprofits 104

Nonprofits Recruitment Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management 104

Care2

FEBRUARY 3, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) Don’t stint on cultivation.

Non-Profits 34

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Advertising 34

Care2

JANUARY 12, 2012

To raise money, you need to craft strategies to cultivate donors and move them up the engagement ladder. To do this effectively though, you need to understand what motivates donors to contribute money to charity. 27% said through a fundraising event. charities people donated to were: The United Way with $3.9B.

Participation and motivation 73

Participation and motivation Food Fundraising Fundraising 73

Care2

JANUARY 12, 2012

To raise money, you need to craft strategies to cultivate donors and move them up the engagement ladder. To do this effectively though, you need to understand what motivates donors to contribute money to charity. 27% said through a fundraising event. charities people donated to were: The United Way with $3.9B.

Participation and motivation 61

Participation and motivation Food Fundraising Fundraising 61

Care2

MAY 4, 2009

57) Mobile (15) Nonprofit Benchmark Studies (15) Nonprofit Events (36) nptech (8) Online Advertising (5) Online Advocacy (47) Online Fundraising (97) Online Marketing (59) Online Organizing (32) SEO (3) Social Networking (109) Technology (31) Trends (51) Video (27) Volunteering (2) Web 2.0 (60) The Twitter community likes to be engaged.

Communication 76

Communication Nonprofit Administration and Development Technology Fundraising 76