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How You Can Simplify Your Donor Communication

Ann Green

Keeping things simple is also important for your nonprofit organization. Fundraising numbers are down. Even so, you need to continue to raise money and communicate fairly regularly with your donors, while not taking on too much. And as I mention below, you can keep it simple with shorter communication.

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What Casablanca Can Teach Us About Nonprofit Organizations

Ann Green

Here are a few Casablanca quotes that can apply to nonprofit organizations. One of the most important words in nonprofit communication is you. As fundraising expert Tom Ahern says, “You is glue.” Do Your Donor Communications Pass the “You” Test? “Of Nonprofits also have a passion for their work.

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Cultivating Community Growth: The Synergy Of CRM And Fundraising In Nonprofit Organizations

Bloomerang

For nonprofits today, managing donor relationships and fundraising efforts is essential. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and fundraising tools play a significant role. Nonprofit CRMs and fundraising tools are key technologies for charities and similar groups. CRM systems are integral to this effort.

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KPIs for a Nonprofit Organization

The Charity CFO

Choosing KPIs for your nonprofit doesn’t have to be complicated. Keep reading to learn more about some of the most common KPIs for nonprofit organizations and why you might want to use them. Financial Nonprofit KPIs Financial KPIs focus on how your organization earns and uses money.

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Rise Above Mediocrity With the 5 C’s of Good Nonprofit Communication

Ann Green

Unfortunately, a lot of nonprofit communication is not that great. Keep these in mind when you’re writing a fundraising appeal, thank you letter, update, or any type of donor communication. Plain and simple, your fundraising appeal should entice someone to donate. Shorter, more frequent communication is better.

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The Importance of Creating a Nonprofit Communications Calendar

Ann Green

Your donors want to hear from you and don’t just want to be blasted with fundraising appeals. The good news is that better donor communication (thank yous and updates) can help you raise more money. Ideally, you should communicate with your donors at least once or twice a month throughout the year.

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Don’t Take a Vacation from Your Donor Communication

Ann Green

Fundraising numbers are down and who knows how year-end will go, but it’s important to stay strong and not pull back. This may be a quieter time for your nonprofit, but you don’t want to be too quiet and ignore your donors. Something the pandemic taught us is we should communicate more during tough times.