Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. ?? I'm very thankful that YOU read my newsletter every week. ?? Second, watch this video ??from creative agency Public for Meals on Wheels America. It will definitely warm your heart ?? and might just encourage you to 'Give a Little Bit' over the holiday. Finally, I want to use this week to answer some of the frequently asked questions I get from readers.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Top Content Marketing Trends for 2022 and Beyond. Are you looking to get the most out of your Content Marketing efforts? Check out these trends and make use of the new technologies that can help you do just that. Before we get started. Why do you think you need to stay on top of Content Marketing Trends ? Is it to show your manager or CEO that your marketing team is doing cool things?

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Raising money for your small nonprofit is stressful during the holidays, and practicing personal gratitude can pull you through. There are year-end fundraisers and volunteer appreciation events to attend, donors to thank, holiday cards to get in the mail, and last-minute appeals to send out. Your programs may also rev up during the holidays, providing meals and gifts, keeping homeless people warm, or preparing for an influx of post-holiday pets needing homes.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Donors want to know that their giving made a difference. That one question alone captures a huge problem in fundraising – a problem you can address in your major gift program.

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Selfish Giving

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. ?? I'm very thankful that YOU read my newsletter every week. ?? Second, watch this video ??from creative agency Public for Meals on Wheels America. It will definitely warm your heart ?? and might just encourage you to 'Give a Little Bit' over the holiday. Finally, I want to use this week to answer some of the frequently asked questions I get from readers.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

As nonprofit professionals, I think it’s important that we take what I call an honest “humility audit” of our intentions when it comes to what we’re sharing with our supporters. . Before I dive in, please know that this blog post isn’t meant to attack anyone! I’m right there with you. As an Executive Director of a small nonprofit, I know how easy it can be to lose sight of this when day-to-day demands pile up. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

By Talia Walsh , Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at Heal the Bay – an environmental nonprofit that protects the coastal waters and watersheds of Greater Los Angeles, California. The holiday shopping season is upon us. In the frenzy of exciting discounts and hot new product trends, it can be a challenge for nonprofits with online shops to compete with big brands and e-commerce giants that have significantly larger marketing and advertising budgets.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We've seen many organizations that have been challenged by knowing the real nature of their business. Challenges like this stem from thinking the tangible thing we do is more important than the meaning people get from what we do. For nonprofits, this can manifest when we do these three things.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

At the end of a recent strategic planning retreat, each participant shared brief reflections on the day. Board and staff members spoke about how meaningful it was to come together and get to know each other better, how much they had learned through the conversations we had, and how they felt hopeful about the ways in which their visions for the organization were translated into concrete plans. .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

By Bryna Dilman , Director of Marketing at FrontStream , who offers expert tips to nonprofit organizations planning to move their in-person auctions online. . With the entire world affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent economic fallout, the vital services and resources that nonprofits provide are in historically high demand. To meet this surge and move their mission forward, nonprofits must decide – and decide quickly – the best way to continue their fundraising efforts in a conta

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Mission Minded

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Great campaigns don’t start from scratch. Learn how leveraging your organization’s brand in your campaign leads to both campaign and organizational success. The post How To Think Differently About Your Next Fundraising Campaign appeared first on Mission Minded.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Your board is at the root of everything you do – they are true leaders and advisors of your organization, mission and values. But how do they truly become your best advocates?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Tis the season to be grateful! Thank yous are incredibly important in turning a first-time donor into a life-long giver. Donors want much more than an acknowledgement and receipt. They want a prompt, meaningful thank you letter and additional communication that explains how the donation was used. Because so many nonprofits handle this badly, you really stand out when you do it well.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Let’s say you’ve taken the important step of hosting a focus group for your nonprofit. You know how important it is to listen to your constituents, supporters, and donors, and you’re excited to dive into the results. But how do you go about analyzing their feedback once you have it? . Here are some useful tips to get the most from your findings. Transcribe your results.

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Salsa

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Relationships are built on trust, and when people trust your message, they’re more likely to engage with your nonprofit. You build trust when people feel a connection to your message, and when they understand the work that you do helps accomplish their own goals. Personalizing your messages is a key tenet of proper donor management and an important function for every organization to master.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

We are blessed to work in a complex profession that collectively strives to promote philanthropy. I hope the spirit of Giving Tuesday resonates each day of the year. What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

For you podcast fans, here’s another great one: Nonprofit Nation with Julia Campbell. Julia and I recently spoke about some of the common communications and marketing mistakes nonprofits make. We also talked about. How to create a culture at your nonprofit that embraces marketing. Tips to break down the silos between development staff and marketing staff.

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The Kindful Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

When it comes to acquisition, we all know that metrics matter. However, most nonprofits don’t know which metrics to look at —or what to do with that information once they have it. . At the conclusion of every acquisition campaign , you should do a thorough review of the campaign’s results. This includes taking a comprehensive look at all of the things that went right and, conversely, what you need to improve on before running your next campaign.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Lori L. Jacobwith will show you five powerful and simple “must do’s” to cut through year-end fundraising noise, help increase your Giving Tuesday success, and increase donor retention. Full Transcript: Steven: All right. Lori, I’ve got 4:00 Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? Lori: I think we should. Yeah. Steven: All right.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Whether you want to call it social proof, a testimonial — it doesn’t really matter. Donor’s love hearing from other donors. It helps give them that "extra" little push or nudge if you will. Here are some ideas to get you started.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Around this time the last few years I have shared some tips to help you get through the chaotic time that is year-end season at nonprofit organizations. Less Stress This Year-End Season? Yes, Please! from 2018. How to Take Care of Yourself This Season from 2019. Those included tips like: Move around. Get enough sleep. Plan ahead/have a to-do list. Treat yourself.

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Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

How To Promote Your Brand With Storytelling. Your brand is more than just your name and logo. Tell great stories and you’ll have a much bigger impact. See how you can get started. Profit generation is the driving force for businesses. But so is staying authentic to who you are. The marketing sphere is saturated with native, direct, and paid ads, so consumers are looking for brands that are simply honest in their marketing.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Sarah Olivieri will dive into a strategic framework designed to break down your big audacious goals into clear, easy-to-understand components. Full Transcript: Steven: All right, Sarah, I got 1:00 Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started officially? . Sarah: Let’s do it. Yeah. . Steven: Nice. Welcome, everybody. Good afternoon, good morning if you’re on the West Coast, I should say.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Download the Comprehensive Guide to Nonprofit Salaries in Canada and the United States. This report will show you what fair, market wages look like in 2022, including how each role should be paid, how to structure job descriptions, as well as what trends are shaping the industry. Download the guide.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Your website’s visual elements define your organization, helping to draw visitors in and explain your nonprofit’s mission before they read a single word. This is why a strong visual brand matters: the first images visitors see shape their impression of your organization and can determine if they continue interacting with your content. . However, just because a visual is bold and eye-catching doesn’t mean it’s right for your nonprofit.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Ready for your budget to be on track for 2022? To help you launch a new successful fiscal year, we’ve crafted a checklist of recommended actions –your prescription for budget success. Download this valuable calendar to guide you with key tactical insight on budget creation and budget review for every quarter.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Building a donor base can be a daunting task when you’re running a small nonprofit. You’ve got a hundred other things to do and finding new supporters for your nonprofit can feel a bit overwhelming if you don’t know where to begin. Here’s the secret to finding new donors for your organization: Start on the inside and work your way out. What does that mean?

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