by Mike Montalto | May 18, 2023 | Design, Fundraising, Marketing
Let’s face it. We all know there is no “magic bullet” to completely overhaul and improve your fundraising strategy. And of course, it’s important to think about your long-term approach. But as a development professional, you don’t always have the time or bandwidth to...
by Mike Montalto | Apr 20, 2023 | Donor Retention, Marketing, Nonprofit Marketing
This isn’t one of those articles about the latest, greatest thing in fundraising. If you work at a nonprofit, you already know a donor survey is an important tool for gathering feedback on several aspects of your organization. Yet, only one in four organizations...
by Mike Montalto | Apr 13, 2023 | Donor Acquisition, Strategy
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...
by Mike Montalto | Feb 16, 2023 | Branding, Donor Acquisition, Fundraising
If you keep up with the latest trends in fundraising, you already know everyone is talking about monthly giving programs. Individual giving and donor retention rates are falling. And fundraisers everywhere are looking for ways to fill in the gaps. Monthly giving can...
by Mike Montalto | Jan 19, 2023 | Branding, Events, Nonprofit Marketing
You know time can move fast if you work in the nonprofit industry. Organizations that don’t come up with a proactive plan often find themselves scrambling at the last minute. So, it’s never too soon to build your outreach strategy for your next fundraising event. And...