You worked hard this year-end appeal season. Hopefully it paid off and you raised a lot of money! But do you really know how to evaluate your year-end appeal? Or do you just count how much you raised and call it a day? The amount of money you raised is important. But...
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3 ways nonprofits use donor data to improve results.
Are you overwhelmed by all the creative ways nonprofits use donor data? If so, this blog post is for you! It’s no secret. A data-driven strategy is crucial to your nonprofit’s fundraising success. But it takes a lot of work to rise above the noise with personalized...
10 shocking fundraising statistics you should know about.
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again – the fundraising landscape is always evolving. And this has never been truer than it is today! If you’re like other fundraisers, you’re probably looking for ways to identify trends and stay ahead of the game. As nonprofit...
Why your nonprofit needs to A/B test your communications.
So, you’ve decided to do something different. That’s great! After all, the fundraising landscape is always evolving. And you need to keep things fresh if you want to connect with donors and inspire them to give. But it’s not always clear what you should change to...
How independent schools can be more data-driven.
We can’t talk enough about how important data-driven strategies are for fundraising organizations. And we’ve covered many of the ways nonprofits can use donor data to improve their outreach before. But today, we’re going to talk about how independent schools can be...
3 Ways You Can Learn More About Your Donors and Stay at Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered the fundraising landscape. Gone are the days where you could safely shake hands with donors at a charity gala or easily sit down for coffee and converse with a major gift prospect. Stay-at-home orders may be lifted in...
Performing a Data Audit Sets the Foundation for Future Fundraising Success
As a fundraiser, you know the importance of strong donor data. But you need an organized data base to get your data working for you. If you’re having trouble making sense of your data, it may be time for your nonprofit to perform a data audit. After all, applying a...
Four Fascinating Fundraising Metrics That Go Beyond ROI
As a fundraiser, I’m sure you’ve had this experience. You come up with a great new way for your organization to raise more money. Then, you pitch your plan to your nonprofit’s leadership and they undoubtedly ask, what’s the potential ROI? Of course, your nonprofit’s...
The Secrets of Upgrading and Retaining Mid-Level Donors
Acquiring new donors takes a lot of time, effort and money. But it is still one of the first strategies nonprofits turn to when looking to boost revenue. Why not make more of the donors you already have instead? According to Bloomerang, 12 percent of a nonprofit's...
How Nonprofits Can Raise More with Data-Driven Emails
Data-driven emails are crucial for nonprofits that want to better connect with their donor base and raise more money. In fact, 65 percent of donors would give more if they felt that nonprofits better understood their preferences, according to Salesforce.But...