NonProfit PRO

APRIL 12, 2022

Donors are engaged in multiple ways, frequently with different appeals and solicitation amounts. This fragmented donor communications experience is a pernicious problem in the nonprofit industry. Donor engagement can be complicated.

Communication 306

Communication Nonprofits Retention Management 306

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In 2022, we asked foundations, charitable trusts, and corporate giving programs what all nonprofits want to know: how do funders make funding decisions? Their decision-making, we discovered, is driven mainly by how nonprofits develop and create reports. Explore the eBook to evolve your reporting and appeal to more funders.

Foundations 226

Foundations Nonprofits 226

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 16, 2021

Every nonprofit wants to attract younger donors. That’s why it’s very exciting that monthly giving is so appealing to these younger donors. Because they can support those organizations, they care about in a very easy way with a small amount that absolutely fits their budget.

Nonprofits 299

Nonprofits Marketing Marketing 299

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

If your Fall fundraising appeal is all planned out, well done. Don’t send your fundraising appeal to people who don’t want to hear from you anymore. Planning out your appeal can help you get it done in a short period of time. Set goals for your fundraising appeal. Don’t write an appeal that’s all about you.

Fundraising 97

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Psychology 97

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 24, 2023

Text-to-donate, also known as text-to-give, has risen in popularity among nonprofits—and for good reason. With the right text messaging provider, you can streamline the entire setup and execution process, giving your nonprofit more time to advance its mission and build strong donor relationships. 40333) or long code.

Nonprofit Organizations 158

Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits Nonprofit Leadership 158

Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We’ve curated a nonprofit reading list to help your organization make the most out of this charitable time of year. Level up your annual fund appeals Are you sending an annual fundraising appeal at the end of the year? So is almost every other nonprofit. Make sure that your appeal stands out by reading these four titles.

Fundraising 119

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Nonprofit Leadership 119

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

AUGUST 22, 2023

In the world of nonprofits, first impressions matter. A well-designed, visually appealing approach can foster a positive emotional connection between your brand and potential stakeholders or donors. V isually appealing marketing mat erials can crea te a positive emotional connection between the nonprofit and its supporters.

Marketing 130

Marketing Marketing Nonprofits Nonprofit Leadership 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 23, 2024

In today’s world, a nonprofit organization’s website is often its primary communication tool. With the power to reach and engage a local or global audience, a well-designed website can help further your mission, build your nonprofit brand, and attract donors and supporters. Review your nonprofit’s visual brand guidelines.

Nonprofit Leadership 207

Nonprofit Leadership Leadership Nonprofits Values 207

Prosper Strategies

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

If you’re not already working on your annual appeal, you likely will be soon. Annual appeals are one of the biggest problem areas for nonprofits aiming to take a more strength-based approach to their communications.

Communication 98

Communication Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 98

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 15, 2023

Planned gifts initiated by donors are excellent opportunities for your nonprofit. With a planned giving program, your nonprofit can effectively scale its efforts—sourcing, cultivating, and stewarding a diverse range of planned gifts with increasing efficiency over time. Great news! for major giving and $8.41 for regular giving).

Nonprofits 201

Nonprofits Education Education Activism 201

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 26, 2021

A nonprofit's annual appeal is a critical campaign to sustain its good work. Here are six techniques you can consider that have led to improved results in recent campaigns.

Fundraising 246

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 246

Clairification

OCTOBER 16, 2023

And no one ever really teaches us how to write a smart fundraising appeal. The truth is writing a compelling fundraising appeal can be tricky. Alas, I see too many nonprofits getting this wrong year after year. A serviceable appeal is something that will raise first-time and habitual gifts at moderate levels. The italics?

Fundraising 108

Fundraising Fundraising Philanthropy Psychology 108

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

You’re probably working hard on your annual appeal, which will hopefully bring in lots of cash both by mail and online. But there’s a new opportunity for nonprofits to bring in that much-needed year-end money and promote the importance of the nonprofit sector: Giving Tuesday.

Nonprofits 221

Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 221

The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

An organization’s annual fundraising appeal letter is a yearly letter that gets sent out to your current donors asking for general operating funds for your nonprofit organization. While not every nonprofit organization utilizes annual appeal letters, it has been my experience that most do. Start using Fundwriter.ai

Fundraising 128

Fundraising Fundraising Activism Communication 128

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Inspiring go-getter with experience in events, annual appeals, and peer-to-peer fundraising.” Ability to manage and prioritize many projects of varying size, scale, and importance with competing deadlines.” “Inspiring go-getter with experience in events, annual appeals, and peer-to-peer fundraising.” We have all seen them.

Nonprofit governance and management 175

Nonprofit governance and management Fundraising Fundraising Law 175

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

A nonprofit CEO reader writes: “My inbox and mailbox are flooded with fundraising appeals from causes using the words ‘terrifying,’ ‘alarming,’ ‘emergency.’ “Yes, This is especially true for mass marketing messages and broad fundraising appeals for monumental events like hurricanes or earthquakes.

Advertising 91

Advertising Philanthropy Marketing Marketing 91

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 11, 2023

In these uncertain times, nonprofits are forced to consider how they will maintain the capital necessary to drive impact. Givzey and Yearly’s partnership is designed to give nonprofit leaders a place to recognize emerging trends and impacts early, so they can effectively appeal to everyone from donors to board members.

Fundraising 130

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 130

Candid

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

On January 31, the Eleventh Circuit of the United States Court of Appeals began hearing oral arguments in a case that holds significant implications for U.S. philanthropy and the nonprofit sector. When the district judge denied a preliminary injunction against the program, AAER appealed the decision. Following the U.S.

Values 119

Values Philanthropy Foundations Education 119

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MARCH 22, 2023

Written by: Doug Scott Reading Time: 5 minutes Nonprofit video stories have the power to evoke an emotional response in prospective donors and compel them to act on behalf of your cause. People are more likely to engage with video content that appeals to their personal interests and preferences. Let’s get started!

Fundraising 261

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits Universities 261

Donorbox Nonprofit

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The art of soliciting donations is essential for the long-term success of a nonprofit. Donors expect appeals from nonprofits and look forward to the opportunity to support causes they hold dear. While many people are uncomfortable asking for donations, it remains a necessary part of fundraising.

Fundraising 105

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 105

Bloomerang

JANUARY 25, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and economically uncertain world, nonprofit organizations (NPOs) face the critical task of fundraising effectively. The past two years have seen a dip in overall giving, placing even more emphasis on the need for nonprofits to strategically boost both short and long-term funding.

Fundraising 84

Fundraising Fundraising Retention Nonprofits 84

Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 29, 2024

One of the top benefits of direct mail for both nonprofits and donors is its tangibility—just being able to hold your message in their hands helps recipients connect more with your organization and keeps your nonprofit fresh in their minds. It stands out. Telling authentic, respectful stories.

Advertising 111

Advertising Retention Marketing Marketing 111

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2023

As the season of giving approaches, I couldn’t help but think of the similarities between year-end appeals and the seasonal focus of spreading joy and granting wishes. As we’re preparing for our year-end appeals, can you offer some advice on how we can infuse our year-end appeals with the magic of the season?

Fundraising 83

Fundraising Fundraising Communication Nonprofits 83

Ann Green

OCTOBER 19, 2023

I’m already seeing appeal letters in my mailbox and this is just the beginning. Speaking of appeal letters, you should plan to send one by mail. Of course, you can also send email appeals, but you’ll need to plan to send more than one appeal due to the enormous volume of email people receive. This is crucial.

Fundraising 117

Fundraising Fundraising Food Communication 117

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 4, 2021

I’ve offered you checklists , FAQs and e-guides with templates for writing donor-centric annual appeals. They offer an outline of all the elements an effective appeal should include. The fundamentals of a fundraising appeal. When you sit down to write an appeal, there are fundamentals you must consider and include.

Participation and motivation 142

Participation and motivation Fundraising Fundraising Values 142

The NonProfit Times

APRIL 29, 2024

A federal appeals panel has greenlighted the use of a popular trademark claimed by two educational charities that both specialize in converting unwanted and junked cars into cash. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Philadelphia remanded the case back to the district court for further fact-finding. million in damages.

Education 52

Education Education Culture Activism 52

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice how to create an effective year-end fundraising appeal: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m planning ahead to prepare this year’s annual fundraising appeal, and could use a little help getting started. They want to give. The simplest trick I know is use of the word “you.”

Fundraising 95

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 95

Ann Green

APRIL 22, 2024

How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? You’ll also want to send regular reminders for fundraising appeals and event invitations. Your fundraising letters and anything else you send by mail need to look appealing enough to open. That doesn’t mean something like It’s Our Annual Appeal. It’s a lot!

Nonprofits 64

Nonprofits Communication Recruitment Fundraising 64

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Calling up a donor to thank them for their gift will keep your nonprofit top-of-mind when the next appeal comes around. This can include those served by the nonprofit, organizational staff, and even the board. You can put a thank-a-thon into action for your nonprofit in five easy steps: 1.

Recruitment 96

Recruitment Nonprofits Fundraising Fundraising 96

Ann Green

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Asking for donations is not all or nothing Many nonprofit organizations spend a lot of time asking and not that much on thanking and reporting. At certain times of the year, such as GivingTuesday and year-end, nonprofits blast donors with a bunch of generic appeals. Segment your appeal to the appropriate audience.

Retention 69

Retention Food Fundraising Fundraising 69

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

In theory, that sounds nice, but in reality, it’s a day when nonprofit organizations unleash an onslaught of transactional fundraising appeals by email and social media. Whether you participate or not, Giving Tuesday is part of the nonprofit landscape and if you’re doing a year-end appeal, you’ll need to factor it into your campaign.

Fundraising 119

Fundraising Fundraising Communication Nonprofit Organizations 119

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

Your success is found in the strength of your nonprofit storytelling. In the nonprofit sector, stories are one of the strongest ways to make emotional connections between donors and charities. Nonprofit storytelling lets donors and volunteers know that they are making an impact and making life better for real people.

Nonprofits 124

Nonprofits Medical Energy Non-Profits 124

Ann Green

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Do you send all your donors the same appeal and thank you letter? Do you also feel your appeals aren’t bringing you the donations you need? Yet, nonprofit organizations fail to recognize that and send everyone the same letter. An appeal letter to current single gift donors (Monthly donors get their own appeal.

Communication 112

Communication Retention Fundraising Fundraising 112

Ann Green

MARCH 7, 2024

Donor retention is a perennial problem for nonprofit organizations. Another place you’ll find one-and-done is in nonprofit fundraising. Inconsistent levels of donor communication should have no place in the nonprofit world. You don’t want to barrage donors with appeals and then go silent for a while.

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Retention Energy Communication Fundraising 113

Donorbox Nonprofit

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Nonprofits have many choices when sending donation appeals. Regardless of the type of appeal you send, donors react best when organizations make it easy to give. The post Create a Donation Request Form that Works (+ Free Templates) appeared first on Nonprofit Blog. How do you encourage people to donate money?

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofits 98

Donorbox Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Nonprofits start making strategies and appeals for their end-of-year giving campaigns months in advance. Throughout this process, they keep wondering how to reach more people, pick up the right tools, craft effective appeals, and make a stellar marketing plan.

Marketing 98

Marketing Marketing Nonprofits 98

Ann Green

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

In theory, that sounds nice, but in reality, it’s a day when nonprofit organizations unleash an onslaught of transactional fundraising appeals by email and social media. Whether you participate or not, Giving Tuesday is part of the nonprofit landscape and if you’re doing a year-end appeal, you’ll need to factor it into your campaign.

Fundraising 69

Fundraising Fundraising Communication Nonprofit Organizations 69