Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Nonprofits are often very good at talking about what they do. But the groups that often have the greatest success connecting with donors, motivating activists, or getting media attention do not spend much time talking about their programs and services. Instead, they are adept at articulating why they do what they do.

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OCTOBER 3, 2022

Those of us in the world of nonprofit fundraising are starting to think about how to best leverage the next four months. of nonprofits start planning their year-end appeal in October. Underestimating donors’ motivations. You see, people only get the tax deduction if they itemize, and most of your donors don’t.

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The Agitator

MAY 9, 2018

So, unless they told you upfront they didn’t want to ever again hear from you, here, according to Erica Waasdorp are the Top Three Tips on monthly donor stewardship taken from her Monthly Donor Motivation column in NonProfitPRO. Donors love being asked for advice, and they’ll feel valued.

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JUNE 6, 2022

If your fundraising plan doesn’t include a strategy for finding, cultivating, and asking major donors for a large donation, you’re missing out on some big gifts for your small nonprofit. It’s the old 80/20 rule at work: Over 80% of all funds come from about 20% of donors. Why Focus on Major Donors?

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Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Nonprofits that don’t adequately show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of their supporters will receive less funding in the long run because they’ll struggle to retain those supporters over time. . This note is personal, shows appreciation, and notes the exact donation amount and campaign the donor supported. Show Impact

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Bloomerang

MAY 9, 2021

Nonprofits that don’t adequately show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of their supporters will receive less funding in the long run because they’ll struggle to retain those supporters over time. . This note is personal, shows appreciation, and notes the exact donation amount and campaign the donor supported. Show Impact

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FEBRUARY 12, 2023

And more importantly, what makes someone give to YOUR nonprofit? Understanding the psychology behind giving can help you understand the donor’s motivation, which will help you plan your next campaign, your next fundraising event, or your next face-to-face ask. Updating donors on what their donations have done.

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