Buckle up because you’re about to read some really important advice! In short, you need to resist the urge to take your foot off the gas when the dust settles after GivingTuesday. We know. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind. And we’re not out of the weeds yet....
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Taking an extra step to accommodate donor preferences.
You know no two donors are the same. So why would you assume your entire donor base wants to engage with your organization in the same way? Still, too many nonprofits fail to accommodate donor preferences in their outreach! If you want to build strong relationships...
2 tips to help GivingTuesday donors make a bigger impact.
Did your past GivingTuesday strategies come up short? Or are you looking to join in on the biggest day in philanthropy for the first time? Either way, it’s important to have a plan to get long-term value from your GivingTuesday donors! Fundraisers raise more money on...
What do at-risk donors want to hear?
As you know, being personal and relevant is a critical component of any fundraising strategy. So, it’s important to consider the current state of your relationship with any donor before you ask for support. After all, your at-risk donors will need to hear a very...
10 things to remember in your 2023 GivingTuesday strategy.
The biggest day in fundraising is coming up on November 28! And if you’re like millions of other nonprofit professionals, you’re probably looking for ways to make a bigger impact with your GivingTuesday strategy this year. GivingTuesday is a one-day event. But that...
Getting a head start on your GivingTuesday campaign.
Don’t wait until the day before Thanksgiving to make sure you are squared away with your GivingTuesday campaign! Let’s be real. Your audience can tell the difference between a campaign thrown together at the last minute and one that was well thought out and...
Reflecting on the State of Modern Philanthropy.
Are you like thousands of other fundraising professionals? Many fundraisers are so caught up with trying to accomplish all their daily tasks that they don’t have time to think ahead about the state of modern philanthropy. We get it. Working at a nonprofit can be...
Maximizing the value of small dollar donations.
You probably have a lot of ways to keep your high-level major donors happy and ready to give. But is your nonprofit also taking steps to make the most of small dollar donations? As you know, the fundraising landscape is constantly evolving. And the number of smaller...
Finding supporters who fit your ideal donor profile.
Donor acquisition is always on the minds of nonprofit professionals. Yes, it is important to grow your donor base consistently. But don’t just cast a wide net and play the numbers game, hoping someone out there will give! You can do more to advance your mission if you...
Six strategies for securing a second gift.
When nonprofit professionals think about donor acquisition, they're often focused on securing a first-time donation. But did you know a donor’s second gift is probably the most important one they will make to your organization? Securing a second gift from new donors...