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If you’re like other successful fundraisers, you’re probably looking for ways to do something different and improve your fundraising outreach. But if you’ve been taking things day-by-day, you may not be caught up with the ways the nonprofit industry evolved in...
Feeling unappreciated is one of the most common reasons a donor will stop giving to your nonprofit. But remember - when communications flow, relationships grow! So, one of the best ways to retain more donors is to focus on what they are hearing between appeals. A...
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...
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...
You know there are a few key elements to any good story. And you’re probably already using many of them in your appeals and other communications. But you need to help your donors see the difference their support really makes by telling a donor-centric story. Believe...
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...
This isn’t your first rodeo. If you’ve worked in nonprofit development for any amount of time, you know we’re coming up on the busiest and most critical time of year. So, are you feeling prepared for the year-end fundraising season? We hope so! Because you’re almost...
As a fundraiser, you know it’s not always easy to rise above the noise. But being creative and finding a way comes with the territory when you work in nonprofit development. And an awareness campaign can be a great way to do it! But these strategies require a unique...
It's easy to feel overwhelmed when it comes to major donor cultivation, especially when your nonprofit doesn’t have a designated major gifts officer. After all, fundraisers, especially those at smaller organizations, wear many hats and juggle several responsibilities...
So, you’ve decided to get some outside help from a fundraising agency for your next campaign. That’s great news! But there are a few things you should know about bringing in a strategic partner before you can hit the ground running. Specifically, we’re talking about...