Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 27, 2023

Difficult times are more easily avoided because you can see what’s coming for the next several months and make better decisions about what to say “yes” to and what to say “no” to. It tells in numbers what you’re planning to spend money on during the year. We had a client a while back with expenses over $600,000 a year for programs….

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Do you think a donor wants to be asked for a capital gift in April, a bequest gift in July, and an annual gift in November – all in the same calendar year? This makes it particularly ill-suited to major gift fundraising, where donors make their largest gifts when the process brings them joy , autonomy and purpose. . No, they don’t.

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NonProfit Hub

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Fundraising. A successful fundraising plan has every aspect down to a science. But we can teach you how to avoid some of these issues! Let’s talk about some common mistakes that might be holding you back. Most fundraisers go into the planning process with an idea for what they want to do. and get it right.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. It’s not easy to figure out what works in fundraising when you have little to no experience raising big bucks. So, you found yourself sidelined while you tried to figure out fundraising.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Network for Good shares Four Donor Communication Mistakes to Avoid in Year-End Giving Plans. Read How Watsi’s Fundraising Email Strategy Acquired Over 1,300 Recurring Donors & 6 Takeaways For Your Nonprofit. October 13: The Very Practical Beginner’s Guide to Online Fundraising (ONLY $20).

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iMarketSmart

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Ask good open-end questions and listen carefully to how your potential boss reveals him or herself. Example question: What multi-year goals have you set for the operation and how much time will it take for someone in this position to be as successful as you would like? So, the two biggest mistakes in looking for a boss are: 1.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

MAY 17, 2019

It’s time for the best articles, posts, tips, and more from around the world of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. But be you know these 10 mobile marketing mistakes nonprofits must avoid. It’s always year-end fundraising season. (Or morning or evening depending on when you are reading this.)

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

But apparently common sense isn’t that common anymore, because lots of people think that they don’t need to thank donors since they get an annual receipt every year. Or that a stale thank you letter they wrote 5 years ago still works. Writing a thank you letter should be the easiest task on your to-do list. And important.

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Nonprofit Megaphone

AUGUST 1, 2022

Avoid the “ thask , ” another ask disguised as a thank you. Nonprofit fundraising consultants agree that a phone call or mailed thank you letter is more meaningful than an email to thank your first-time donors. . A common mistake in the initial “thank you” is closing the communication loop there. Thank Donors Properly .

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

The fundraising appeal letter is a difficult one to pen. From large-scale businesses to the smallest and most local nonprofit organizations, everybody makes mistakes, even when it comes to fundraising letters. At the end of the day, your cause is just one of many things on your reader’s plate.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 5, 2021

A good fundraising email subject line can make or break your request for funds. Big mistake. Your fundraising email subject line has ONE job: to entice the recipient to open the email. Your fundraising email subject line has ONE job: to entice the recipient to open the email. Read that again.

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The Charity CFO

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

I’m sure you’ve heard about the “Great Resignation” that’s been taking place over the last year or so. In underfunded organizations, it’s not unusual to task your nonprofit treasurer or CFO with everything that falls outside of fundraising or programs. However, nonprofit accountant turnover is not a new problem in the sector.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It’s one of the most overlooked places to seal the deal with your donor: the fundraising landing page. . Your fundraising landing page is a perfect opportunity to make a strong connection with your donor. But as important as fundraising landing pages are, they are often dull and transactional. And that’s a huge mistake!

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Fundraising Coach

AUGUST 2, 2013

Tom and I are members of the FundRaising Success Editorial Advisory Board and were able to present at a recent conference in Philadelphia. In this post, which originally appeared in FundRaising Success Magazine , he shares 15 fundraising mistakes your team doesn’t have to make. #6 6 mystifies me. 6 mystifies me.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 27, 2020

As a professional fundraiser at a growing nonprofit, you likely understand that maintaining a positive reputation and valuing your donor relationships are key components to maximizing success. Fundraising and building relationships from home are now the new norm. Fundraising thrives with dependable and long-lasting relationships.

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The Agitator

MARCH 13, 2013

As much as Roger and I bemoan a lack of innovation today in fundraising, without question there are plenty of ‘lessons learned’ that all fundraisers should seriously consider before launching into change for change sake. It’s a stimulating list, covering most aspects of fundraising. Lazy cultivation. [Or

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2014

You can register now for this free webinar from Gail Perry at Fired-Up Fundraising – Last Minute Fundraising Strategies to Take You Over Goal! You can register now for this free webinar from Gail Perry at Fired-Up Fundraising – Last Minute Fundraising Strategies to Take You Over Goal! Nonprofit Training.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Online fundraising may no longer be the wild west of the nonprofit community, but it still carries with it the aura of an unsettled frontier. That being said, the internet is a different beast than other fundraising outlets. You cannot avoid or fix mistakes you don’t know you’re making. Mistake #1: Taking Too Long.

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Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

But smart organizations are also planning ahead for another year-end tradition: increased coverage of charities during the holidays. News outlets are often looking for interesting human interest stories during the holidays — and, in some cases, year-round. Identify an Inspiring Volunteer. Recognize a Generous Donor.

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iMarketSmart

MAY 17, 2023

Some experienced major gift officers have seen the same donor prospects interact with up to 15 different MGOs over the course of their years of involvement with the organization. Losing Time Repairing Avoidable Problems Gift officers have a mission they want to devote most of their time to. What about you?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2021

When you’re determining who to cultivate for your major donor portfolio, do you simply look at everyone who gave more than $1,000 (or whatever your major gift amount is) and dump them all into your portfolio for the year? Today I want to help you avoid my mistake by teaching you what I’ve learned. I confess: I used to do that.

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Communication Fundraising Fundraising Management 74

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Starting a nonprofit is pretty straightforward, but preventing your dream from ending shortly after it begins is a lot harder. According to Forbes magazine, one quarter of fledgling nonprofits will close their doors this coming year and almost half will be gone within three years of founding.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Specifically, a dedicated and comprehensive nonprofit website user experience strategy can: Help increase fundraising for your organization Expand your nonprofit audience Improve relationships with donors. Help increase fundraising for your organization. Learn more about its importance to help your organization. By Anne Stefanyk.

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The Agitator

DECEMBER 10, 2017

First, a brief reprise of #GivingTuesday that you might want to bookmark in thinking about that event next year. Take the time to carefully review Steven’s findings because they’re jam-packed with tons and mistakes that can be be avoided next year –plus some good practices that should be copied for 2018 #GivingTuesday.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 30, 2009

One made a big mistake that I wanted to share with you so you can avoid it. Overall, it was a good email appeal – photo, update on a couple of accomplishments for the year, reminder that year-end gifts are due this week, link to the website for the Donate Now button… then they also asked for me to participate in an event.

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Ann Green

MARCH 12, 2018

I’ve written several posts recently about the importance of staying in touch with your donors throughout the year. You may opt not to do a print newsletter because it’s expensive and takes too much time, but you’re making a mistake if many of your donors prefer print. Don’t worry. Here’s how. Think about what your donors want.

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Lets Talk Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

There's a saying in fundraising. Or maybe you're writing to donors who gave last year, because you want them to give again this year. While it's tempting, you'll want to avoid sending your appeal to everyone in your database. You'll raise more money when. Let me explain what I mean. WHO'S THE RIGHT PERSON?

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Fundraising Coach

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

I know we’ve talked alot about effective fundraising letters and successful year-end appeals. I know we’ve talked alot about effective fundraising letters and successful year-end appeals. These are extremely important components of your fundraising program. These should be well in hand.

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Ann Green

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

You may opt not to do a print newsletter because it’s expensive and takes too much time, but you’re making a mistake if many of your donors prefer print. I recommend a short e-newsletter once or twice a month and one to four print newsletters a year. There’s a good chance the answer to this question is yes. Don’t worry. Here’s how.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 17, 2017

Amy Eisenstein is an ACFRE certified development professional and fundraising consultant. She’s worked with nonprofits of all sizes for the last 15 years. This can be at the beginning of your cultivation or toward the end, but you cannot get around it. Randy and Amy talk about cultivating donors and mistakes you should avoid.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

We’re going to try to leave some time at the end for Q&A. And if you’re shopping before the end of the year or want to make a switch, you can visit our website, learn all about us. Full Transcript: Steven: All right. Aaron, Brian, I got 2:00 Eastern. Is it okay if I go ahead and get this party started? .

Construction 86

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Fundraising Coach

JULY 6, 2017

Payment processing is essential to helping your organization develop new fundraising opportunities ranging from mobile giving solutions and merchandise sales to online event registration and ticket sales. That’s why in order to gain real traction with donors , your nonprofit must first set up a reliable source to accept online donations.

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iMarketSmart

OCTOBER 5, 2022

But, one of the biggest mistakes made by many major gift officers and nonprofit organizations is that they view all wealthy people the same way. And these wealthy parents desperately want their kids to avoid the trappings of growing up too comfortable. Frequently, they view them as wanting recognition and status based on their wealth.

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Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Hundreds of Billions Up For Grabs — Every Year! Government and The Foundation Center, there are over $544 billion up for grabs each and every year from thousands of sources. (To Government spends on Social Security in a year — and about $40 billion more than what’s spent on Medicare and Medicaid!). Edwards Deming.

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Affnetz

MARCH 2, 2024

It offers a suite of features aimed at managing donor relationships, streamlining fundraising efforts, and enhancing operational efficiency. In evaluating the landscape of nonprofit software solutions, the comparison between DonorPerfect vs Affnetz in 2024 is pivotal. What Products/Services does DonorPerfect provide?

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The Charity CFO

MARCH 30, 2022

Darcella is the President of VetBiz and replaced a founder when moving into her role 17 years ago. When a founder plays a significant role in building and running a nonprofit, it’s easy for people to think that the founder “is” the nonprofit. They often have an out-sized influence on the board, the staff and even donors. Welcome back.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

We’ve all received a fundraising appeal letter in the mail asking us to donate. Maybe YOU have sent out a fundraising appeal letter for your nonprofit, hoping to see donations pouring in. And there are some common mistakes that nonprofits make in sending out a fundraising appeal letter that causes their results to tank.

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