CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2025

We made it through 2024, and with it the final push for year-end donations. You might be asking why you need to put a ton of time and energy into bringing your donors back for a second donation. This is the first interaction your donor will have with the organization after they make their donation. Lets make this happen.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

These include: Donation receipts and tax acknowledgments: Promptly sending these essential documents shows your professionalism and gratitude while giving donors the information they need for tax purposes. These touchpoints dont have to be elaborate a heartfelt email or social media post can go a long way.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar , it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan —and stick to it.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 19, 2023

However, if you just send one fundraising letter and wait for the donations to come in, prepare to be disappointed. Your fundraising campaign will be more successful if you use a combination of mail, email, social media, and phone calls. Some donors may respond to your direct mail piece but will donate online.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

However, while grants are a fantastic way to secure funding, a grantee’s relationship with donors must be strategically cultivated to maximize donations. Some nonprofit organizations miss the opportunity to cultivate a healthy working relationship with donors as a means of maximize donations. Recognize your donors. Brag on them.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

If you want people from your social media to support your nonprofit’s activities, you need a nonprofit social media plan. You already know this: In the nonprofit realm, social media is life. Contrary to popular belief, successful social media accounts are not run off-the-cuff! She wants me to PLAN?

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It’s like doubling—or even tripling—the impact of every donation you receive! Make sure you let your donors know about this matching gift opportunity through all your platforms: your website, social media, and your campaign page. Do they tend to get a lot of social media hits ? But finding the right donor is key.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

Julia Campbell has been helping nonprofits make the most of their social media presences for years. She knows what strategies work on social media, what strategies fail, and how nonprofits can use social channels to make a big impact on their community. Watch her recent webinar, 6 Types of Stories You Should Be Telling on Social Media.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Attendee Engagement Track metrics like number of auction bids, donations, social media shares, and post-event survey responses to gauge participation and event impact. Average Donation Per Attendee Divide the total revenue by the number of attendees to find the average donation per person.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 16, 2023

If you don’t do a good job of thanking your donors, as well as building relationships throughout the year, you’ll have a hard time getting people to people to donate again. It should make a person feel good about giving a donation. This email thank you is more of a reassurance to let your donor know you received her donation.

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amplifi

AUGUST 22, 2024

The answer lies in harnessing the power of social media. Why is social media important for GivingTuesday? Social media offers a unique platform to reach a vast audience quickly and effectively. Additionally, the interactive nature of social media encourages sharing, which can drastically increase your reach.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 2, 2024

By now, GivingTuesday has become a fixture on nonprofit calendars, inspiring generosity worldwide. Think back on what made the day successful—was it the heartfelt story shared on social media, the surge of donations from a matching gift, or the high open rate on a well-crafted email appeal ? But why stop there?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 17, 2024

However, research shows that donors expect their philanthropic donations to go directly to the cause rather than overhead. Keenan , an assistant professor in the Marketing unit at Harvard Business School Donor-Centric Strategies Boost Donations Determining a nonprofits value is done by calculating its social impact. Elizabeth A.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

In effect, increasing volunteer involvement and donations. Because of this, we expect 2025 to provide a platform for social funding on behalf of causes like equality, inclusion, mental health, and other support for underrepresented groups to use social media to increase awareness for their cause. The research is clear.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 22, 2025

My predictions and recommendations for fundraising in 2025: Predictions AI and Social Media AI In last years predictions post I wrote As AI writing apps proliferate, donor communications will become even worse than they already are. Social Media: If you take one lesson from ZuckMuskMageddon, let it be that your email list is your power.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Because whats most important is to thank and report before you ask for another donation. Asking for donations is not all or nothing Many nonprofit organizations spend a lot of time asking and not that much on thanking and reporting. Your appeal should make people feel good about donating to your organization.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Aside from the normal holiday hullabaloo, you’re also busy planning fundraisers and engagement opportunities to round out your organization’s calendar year. Personally, I’m a big fan of asking those serving on the board of directors to not only donate first (which is a given) but to also volunteer with fundraising efforts.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Seasoned fundraisers are well aware that fundraising involves a lot more than simply asking for donations. A fundraising calendar can help you streamline this process so you can raise more with less effort. This is where a fundraising calendar comes in handy. Many nonprofits operate on a July 1st through June 30th calendar.

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CauseVox

JUNE 5, 2023

We’ve all been there: staring at a blank screen, desperately trying to create captivating social media fundraising content that resonates with our audience, while keeping up with the latest algorithms and trends. So, are you ready to harness the power of social media for your fundraising efforts?

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 10, 2021

to take action (sign a petition, engage on social media, volunteer). Create a communications calendar for the year, one that includes the dates for your fundraising appeals, your monthly giving asks, your annual report, print newsletters, and more. Share something on social media? to drive traffic to your website. Your Audience.

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 6, 2024

eCardWidget’s guide to charity eCards provides examples of the different occasions nonprofits can send eCards to supporters to show they’re valued: After a donation. In addition to email, eCards can be sent via text message or social media, so your nonprofit can reach out using donors’ preferred communication channels.

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Just Write Grants

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Ready to turn your nonprofit's social media feed into a buzzing hive of activity? Whether you're a social media newbie or a savvy poster, get ready for some fresh, fun ideas that will make your nonprofit's message stick in the hearts and minds of your audience. SMART Goals for the Year : Focus on long-term achievements.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 18, 2021

The best gift a nonprofit organization can receive is unrestricted cash, but an inkind donation of something your organization needs and would have otherwise purchased is also a high-value gift. Basically, it’s a non-cash donation made to a nonprofit organization. There’s more to inkind donations than you might think.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Social media is an incredibly powerful storytelling tool for your nonprofit. According to our report, Navigating the Unknown: 2020 Findings to Future-Proof Your Fundraising , social media posts were the number one driver of charitable gifts in 2020—ahead of email and direct mail appeals! The good news? We’re here to help!

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 23, 2024

However, if you just send one fundraising letter and wait for the donations to come in, prepare to be disappointed. Your fundraising campaign will be more successful if you use a combination of mail, email, social media, texts, and phone calls. Some donors may respond to your direct mail piece but will donate online.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JANUARY 21, 2025

Winning Online Fundraising Strategies for High School Basketball Teams Blog Summary: The article highlights online fundraising strategies for high school basketball teams, focusing on social media campaigns, crowdfunding, virtual events, and selling digital products.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 9, 2024

It’s no secret social media has become a powerful tool for amplifying fundraising efforts and driving donations for organizations. The importance of harnessing social media’s potential cannot be overstated—it offers bigger reach and the ability to connect with a broader audience instantly.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Create a proven communications calendar. Optimize your donation form to convert more donors. Free Marketing and Communications Templates: Start writing your Year-End and GivingTuesday appeals, emails, receipts and social media posts from a first draft, not from scratch! Bonus : customizable social media graphics included!

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DoJiggy

APRIL 8, 2025

Participants can set up personal fundraising pages, and spectators can donate to their favorite players. Work with local businesses to secure prize donations and maximize profits. Share the campaign link on social media, email newsletters, and team websites. You can even livestream the event for virtual donations.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Because what’s most important is to thank and report before you ask for another donation. Asking for donations is not all or nothing Many nonprofit organizations spend a lot of time asking and not that much on thanking and reporting. Your appeal should make people feel good about donating to your organization.

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DonorSnap

APRIL 8, 2025

The Formal Acknowledgment Letter Every donation deserves a formal acknowledgment. DonorSnaps donation strata report automatically does this for you, simplifying the process of creating your report. Donation Anniversary Thank-Yous Recognizing a donors giving anniversary is another powerful touchpoint.

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GiveSmart

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

While #GivingTuesday and end-of-year appeals might feel far away, the busiest time of the giving calendar is just around the corner. Donors are paying attention, and many are looking at their spending for the rest of the calendar year. Will they “author” an email or record a video for social media?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

dip in donations. Create a proven communications calendar. Optimize your donation form to convert more donors. Free Marketing and Communications Templates: Start writing your Year-End and GivingTuesday appeals, emails, receipts and social media posts from a first draft, not from scratch! Set campaign goals and objectives.

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amplifi

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

And it can actually strain the donor/organization relationshipif a donor is accustomed to making $50 donations, and all of a sudden you ask for a $500 gift! Consider targeting donors who have already given more than once during a calendar year. LEARN MORE: How to solidify strong relationships with new donors.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Getting the media to cover your organization's fundraising campaign can help you reach new donors, garner larger donations, and become a well-known, trusted entity in your community. But working with the media is tricky, especially if you don't have a dedicated marketing or press relations person on staff.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Like any other marketing tool or social media platform, TikTok’s value is in its storytelling ability. Our Generational Giving Report found that Gen Z prefers to give via social media apps! A good social media tip for all platforms is to be intentional! Help us thank @tiktok/@tiktokforgood for their $500,000 donation. ?

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Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Whether it’s your first year participating in this wildly successful global day of giving or your ninth year, follow these tips to spread awareness about your organization and maximize those donations. It always falls on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving— mark your calendars, because GivingTuesday for 2021 is November 30th. Start early.

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