“Digital” or “online” fundraising can be an accessible channel for donations but it requires a strategic approach, a deep understanding of various online platforms, and the ability to create personalized donor experiences. Despite these challenges, digital fundraising is cost-effective and allows organizations to reach a broader audience. This week, we will explore how to use … Continue reading Digital Fundraising for Donations
Partnering with Corporations
Corporate giving is a powerful way for nonprofits to secure significant funding and build long-term partnerships that can amplify your impact. By partnering with corporations, nonprofits can access not only financial resources but also expertise, networks, and other valuable assets. This week, we will explore how to identify potential corporate partners, create compelling partnership proposals, … Continue reading Partnering with Corporations
Introduction to Planned Giving
Securing Your Nonprofit's Future Planned giving is a powerful tool that can help secure the long-term financial stability of your nonprofit organization. By encouraging donors to include your organization in their estate plans, you can create a lasting legacy that supports your mission for years to come. This week, we will explore the different types … Continue reading Introduction to Planned Giving
Engaging Midlevel Donors
A significant yet underutilized segment Midlevel donors often represent a significant yet underutilized segment of a nonprofit's donor base. These donors typically give more than small donors but less than major donors, making them a crucial group for sustainable growth. This week, we will explore strategies for identifying potential midlevel donors, tailoring communication to engage … Continue reading Engaging Midlevel Donors
Building a Sustainer Program
The Key to Long-Term Success In the realm of nonprofit fundraising, sustainers—donors who commit to giving regularly—are the backbone of financial stability and long-term success. Building a robust sustainer program can provide your organization with a reliable stream of income, allowing you to plan and execute your mission with greater confidence. This week, we will … Continue reading Building a Sustainer Program
Maximizing Small Donations
The Power of Low Dollar One-Time Gifts In the world of fundraising, every contribution counts. While major gifts often steal the spotlight, low dollar one-time gifts play a crucial role in building a robust and sustainable fundraising strategy. These small donations, when aggregated, can make a significant impact on your organization's mission. This week, we … Continue reading Maximizing Small Donations
5 Strategies for when your Lapsed Donors are playing the ultimate game of hide and seek
Retaining a lapsed donor, or someone who has given to your organization in the past but has not done so recently, requires a thoughtful approach that acknowledges their past support and motivates them to re-engage with your organization. Here are some strategies that can help: 1. Reach out with a personalized message: Send a customized … Continue reading 5 Strategies for when your Lapsed Donors are playing the ultimate game of hide and seek
9 key points of a comprehensive fundraising strategy
Fundraising is essential to achieving your organization's mission and goals, and a well-crafted strategy can help ensure that the organization is able to secure the resources it needs to thrive. A comprehensive fundraising strategy is a plan that outlines how an organization will raise funds to support its mission and goals. Below are the 9 … Continue reading 9 key points of a comprehensive fundraising strategy
Quick Guide on Expanding Your New Donor Strategy
We all know that increasing revenue is critical to fulfilling your organizations mission while achieving goals. Expanding your donor base is a key step in that direction. You likely already have a strong understanding of your organization's donor base. However, expanding into new markets or groups is critical to achieving your goals over the next … Continue reading Quick Guide on Expanding Your New Donor Strategy
How an effective fundraising strategy can fix even an awkward handshake
Crafting an effective fundraising strategy can seem awkward and difficult to properly time since there are so many moving piece — like, that handshake where you don’t know when the other person is going to let go so you let go too early…only to grip again just as they release (awkward!) — but they’re essential … Continue reading How an effective fundraising strategy can fix even an awkward handshake
