CauseVox

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

A donation page is like your nonprofits digital giving hubits the place where supporters can easily contribute and feel connected to your mission. Having a dedicated donation page ensures that giving is simple, accessible, and distraction-free. Clean Water For The Worlds optimized donation page hosted on their website with CauseVox.

Donation

CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Let’s face it—keeping up with donation matches can feel like a race against the clock. Picture this: as donations roll in, a progress bar fills up automatically, showing exactly how close you are to hitting your matching goal. Plus, when there is a match in place, these metrics automatically double!

IT

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The data speaks for itselfaccording to the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report : Of desktop users who made their way to a nonprofits main donation page, only 16% completed a gift. For mobile users, the primary donation page conversion rate was just 10%. Make it easy for supporters to complete their donations. Optimize the submit button.

Donation

Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Mailing donors is a form of direct marketing, which Double the Donation defines as appeals addressed and sent to individuals. You can also customize suggested donation amounts based on their giving history or tailor recommended involvement opportunities to provide new ways to give. Personalize for Maximum Impact.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

APRIL 24, 2025

This cadence can include a series of emails that thanks them for their donation, welcomes them to the organization, and shares additional resources to learn more about the organization. Mistake #4: Recurring Giving Has Slipped from Your Priority List Fail: Your organization focuses exclusively on one-time donations.

Fundraising

Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Look at tools such as Double the Donation to see if your corporate volunteers are eligible for Dollars for Doers grants or matching gifts. billion in cash donations and over $2.6 billion in in-kind goods and services—more than five times the total cash and in-kind donations compared with the average U.S.

Nonprofit

Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2025

Are you asking for a donation? If you ask someone to make a donation, volunteer, and contact their legislators in the same message, they may not do any of that. Dont use something boring like April e-newsletter or Donation Received. Measuring your email metrics will help you communicate more effectively.

Electronics

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

have been cast, nonprofit organizations should be prepared for a new wave of donations from voters whose candidate (or candidates) did not win. Regardless of whether they donated before the election or in response to it, don’t treat rage donors as one-and-done. Have they given recent donations to organizations similar to yours?

CRM

CauseVox

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Our 2023 Giving Study shows that real-life stories increase the likelihood of a charitable donation and spur donors to take action. These metrics can unveil which stories or content pieces resonate most with your audience. One vital application of data analytics is in informing your storytelling strategy.

Media

CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2025

Thats where donation tiers come in. By using CauseVoxs free, easy to use fundraising platform you can set up customizable donation tiers , showing donors exactly what their gift accomplishes. Not sure how to define your donation tiers? We are going to dive into 5 types of donation tiers that engage donors and drive donations.

Donation

Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Between the holiday spirit, the push for tax-deductible donations, and people reflecting on how they can give back, it’s the perfect storm of generosity. What metrics will you track? Show how donations make a difference with real stories and photos. Highlight the impact of GivingTuesday donations and keep the energy high.

Goals

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Highlight how donations can make a difference during this season of giving. Utilize Matching Gifts Leverage matching gift opportunities to amplify donations: Partner with Major Donors : Secure commitments from major donors or corporate partners to match donations made during December. Leverage the Holiday Spirit 1.1

Fundraising

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. By tracking key metrics, you can measure the duration and quality of your donor relationships and identify areas for improvement.

Metrics

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

They pick a goal, define strategies, and stay focused on the small handful of metrics that measure the execution of the strategy. Instead of one-time transactions for small amounts of money, in Altruist’s experience working with top-level clients, this approach involves a six- to 12-month-long process for raising millions in new capital.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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AI

Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

billion donated in the United States alone. Notably, 2022 also marked a milestone in digital giving, with online donations exceeding $1 billion for the first time ever. Recurring donations provide steady income, helping you plan and sustain your programs throughout the year.

Nonprofit

Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2025

Students can apply classroom knowledge in practical ways by handling money, calculating profits, and tracking donations. Everyone will jump at the chance to win a 50/50 prize or a basket of donated goods. Wishlists Donors love to give in-kind gifts because they know their donations will immediately impact your school.

Fundraising

Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2025

Capture data points like donation history, event attendance, and engagement metrics (e.g., Selection Criteria Focus on two factors: a donors capacity (financial means) and engagement history (frequency of donations, event attendance, or volunteer involvement). Start by cleaning up donor records: Remove duplicates. email opens).

Management

Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

They’re vague, don’t explain the impact of the donation, and ask for an arbitrary amount of money. Real relationships: Making an ask for a donation immediately after meeting someone is like asking to borrow a car from someone you just met—there isn’t enough trust built to warrant the interaction.

AI

Blackbaud

JULY 11, 2025

This metric , which measures how much a nonprofit spends on administration (such as rent, salaries, software licensing, etc.) At Giving Compass, we’re often asked how to find nonprofits that “give the largest percentage of their donation to the cause.” Is the theory of change rooted in evidence based practices?

Metrics

Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

From simple “Donate” buttons to advanced fundraising campaigns , Facebook’s tools enable nonprofits to creatively engage supporters and drive donations. Facebook Live with Donate Button: Add a Donate button to the bottom of your Facebook Live videos , enabling real-time donations during virtual events.

Fundraising

GiveSmart

MARCH 12, 2025

If youre able to understand your donors, you give yourself an increased chance of personalizing their experience to keep them engaged and donating longer. Examples of quantitative data include metrics such as donation amounts, number of donors, and page views. In that case, youd have an easy way to attempt to boost donations!

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JULY 22, 2025

Retained donors are more likely to increase their donation amounts, contribute to special campaigns, and consider legacy giving, leading to greater long-term impact. Consider offering flexible options like smaller, recurring donations. Complicated giving process: If donating is difficult or inconvenient, people may not bother.

Retainer

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 25, 2025

Remove duplicates, verify contact details, and capture crucial data points like donation history, event attendance, and engagement metrics (e.g., Establish Criteria for Selection To narrow the field, balance two key factors: a donors capacity (financial means) and engagement history (how often they donate, attend events, or volunteer).

Management

GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

In effect, increasing volunteer involvement and donations. To illustrate, the Food Donation Improvement Act(FDIA) was signed into law, specifically, to improve food insecurity and reduce food waste. Above all, donors want to see the real-world impact created with each donation to a cause. The research is clear.

AI

The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Founded by advertising technology executiveKris Johns, AdGood will partner with CTV publishers that donate unused ad inventory. AdGood will track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including impressions served, ad engagement rates, audience reach and conversion metrics, according to the announcement from the organization.

Publishing

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. Tithes and donations, while essential, are often subject to fluctuations due to economic cycles, demographic shifts, or changes in community engagement. Include detailed budget justifications, timelines, and evaluation plans.

Funding

Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

Driving Donations: Google Ads can direct potential donors to fundraising pages or showcase compelling stories that inspire generosity. Google Ad Grant Success Stories We helped Nakawe Project a wildlife conservation nonprofitoptimize their Google Ad spend with targeted search campaigns focused on raising awareness and driving donations.

Grant

Planned Giving

MAY 12, 2025

In todays fast-moving nonprofit space, its easy to get caught up chasing the next big thingAI tools, crypto donations, viral campaigns. Planned gifts, major gifts, and recurring donations are all built over time. Your donors arent looking for hype. Theyre deciding if youre worthy of their legacy. And they give.

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Reviewing past donation patterns, engagement levels, and event participation can provide valuable insights into a donors likelihood of making a major contribution. Unlike smaller, transactional donations, major gifts are often motivated by a donors deep emotional connection to a cause.

Fundraising

CauseVox

JUNE 3, 2025

From tracking every donation and interaction to segmenting audiences and automating outreach, a CRM gives you the visibility and control you need to deepen engagement and drive your mission forward. Integrate Fundraising Channels Juggling multiple tools for email, events, and donation pages? Thats a recipe for burnout and data silos.

CRM

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Increased Visibility Securing local grants can enhance the credibility of a non-profit, attracting further donations and support from the community. Explore options such as donations, sponsorships, and fundraising events to create a stable financial base. Community Engagement : Foster relationships within the community.

Grant

Tom Ahern

JANUARY 30, 2025

Include Social Proof Why: Highlighting peer donations (Join 1,000 others whove given) triggers social conformity. Show Impact with Metrics Why: Quantifiable outcomes (Your $100 provides 20 meals) build credibility. Use a Strong Call to Action (CTA) Why: Direct, actionable language (Donate now to save a life) guides donors to act.

AI

Center for Major Gifts

MARCH 22, 2025

Timing Is Everything The sooner you reach out after receiving a donation, the more meaningful the thank-you call becomes. Over time, measuring key metrics like retention rates and average gift size helps demonstrate the value of personal outreach.

CRM

Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Key practices include setting clear objectives, analyzing metrics, and celebrating successes to foster accountability andmorale. Quantify results: Use metrics like satisfaction scores, participation rates, and budget comparisons to identify patterns. Identify trends: Look for recurring issues or standout successes.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

This includes a formal grading rubric that aligns the questions on your application to specific metrics. Do you donate or volunteer for organizations that might be applying for this funding opportunity? Establish, document, and implement evaluation criteria that reflect your mission and funding program guidelines.

Grant

NonProfit PRO

JULY 30, 2025

The new feature makes it dramatically easier for nonprofits to raise more money, expand reach, and save time by sharing fundraising campaigns directly into social feeds, all with built-in donate buttons and real-time tracking. With Bonterra DonorDrive, nonprofits already see a 154% increase in funds raised per campaign. rail-container).hide();

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