by Mike Montalto | Jul 14, 2022 | Donor Retention, Nonprofit Marketing, Storytelling
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...
by Mike Montalto | Aug 19, 2021 | Donor Retention, Donor Stewardship, Strategy, Uncategorized
If you gather a group of nonprofit professionals and ask what their biggest fundraising challenges are, many will say they don’t retain enough of their donors. Are you one of them? Do you find yourself asking, “why is my nonprofit struggling to retain donors?” It’s no...
by Mike Montalto | Jul 15, 2021 | Donor Stewardship, Fundraising, Strategy
Let’s cut to the chase. Too many organizations don’t put enough thought into how they engage mid-level donors. If you’re like other fundraisers, most of your nonprofit’s strategy is probably focused on acquiring new donors and locking-in high-level contributors for...
by Mike Montalto | Jun 24, 2021 | Donor Stewardship, Fundraising, Strategy
Sometimes, we all want a little validation. After all, it feels good to be thanked and acknowledged for a job well done. And it makes us eager to do more when we know our efforts are appreciated. That’s why building better thank you’s is such an important part of...
by Mike Montalto | Apr 14, 2020 | Donor Stewardship, News, Strategy
It has been a crazy few weeks. But people are beginning to adjust to the new normal as we work to flatten the curve together. It’s a great time to maintain relationships with non-ask communications while everyone is spending time at home. We’ve talked a lot about...
