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Are your expectations of your board members realistic? Especially when it comes to fundraising? Sometimes it’s hard to know. You may ask something of your board members. Then when they hesitate, you may wonder, “Did I expect too much?” That is a common question we hear when fundraisers ask their board members to share the…
Wondering where fundraising is heading in our highly networked, overly saturated, noisy-as-all-get-out post-digital revolution world? A world that’s really a jungle, with so much competition for attention — for-profits, other nonprofits, socially conscious businesses, political campaigns, friends, and family? Your mantra can no longer simply be about “creating awareness.” Alas, attention…
Unless you measure your nonprofit’s performance, it’s impossible to know where you are succeeding and where you need to focus future efforts. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data. The goal is then to turn those data insights into…
Strong donor relationships help your nonprofit build robust supporter networks, make donors happy to support your mission, and foster lasting support. Whether you’re setting up a gratitude system or meeting with donors one-on-one, it’s essential to make these connections and show your appreciation for their contributions. One frequently missed step in this process is optimizing the donor…
Consider the following scenario: You’re listening to your regularly scheduled radio show when it’s interrupted for the station’s annual pledge drive. You hear the on-air host making an appeal—“Fundraising is an essential part of what we do at Public Broadcasting Station, and it’s the most efficient way to source funds needed to supply our listeners…
Are you looking to increase donor retention and create a steady revenue stream and sustainable growth for your organization? One of the best ways to bring in dependable income for your nonprofit is through recurring donations. Recurring giving is when a donor elects to make a regular, ongoing donation to your organization instead of a one-time…
This blog was co-written by Jessica Ickes, Vice President for Market and Research Services Crucial questions to ask to harness market needs Developing new academic programs and innovating within ones to meet evolving external market demand is critical but can be a daunting challenge for many colleges and universities. It may be overwhelming to consider…
February 22, 2024 | Categories Featured, Monthly Giving Now that you’ve started a monthly giving program, it’s time to help it grow! You’re in luck because monthly giving is on the rise, which means donors are interested in supporting nonprofits on a recurring basis. A strong monthly giving program will help you grow revenue for…