The global day of giving is approaching, and now that summer is over, it is time to start planning your Giving Tuesday campaign! Giving Tuesday is a highly competitive day for nonprofits. A successful campaign relies on a well-thought-out messaging strategy. One that helps your nonprofit stand out amidst the competition, captures the interest of […]
Communications Planning & Strategy
How to Plan a Fundraising Campaign Around a Holiday
Holidays provide a unique opportunity for nonprofits to boost their fundraising. People are often more inclined to give due to the kindness, generosity, and goodwill that characterize holidays. Nonprofit organizations often develop fundraising campaigns for a specific cause during these special dates, as they offer the perfect time to tap into the spirit of giving […]
Donor Appreciation Ideas for Recurring Supporters
Recurring donors offer consistent support, month after month or year after year, to help nonprofits achieve their mission. They are loyal and committed to the causes they care about. For that reason, they offer ongoing support, allowing organizations to continue making a positive impact on the world. Expressing gratitude to these recurring donors is essential […]
5 Tips For Event Sponsorship Success
Event sponsorships are a great way to secure nonprofit funding to support your organization’s mission. Not only can a sponsor be a financial contributor, but they can also benefit you in intangible ways like boosting your credibility, especially if they’re a reputable brand backing your event. But it can feel daunting to identify and secure […]
Your Donor Population Is Aging: 13 Tips To Engage Older Donors & Encourage Planned Giving
We’re all aging, right? Here are practical tips on how to engage your aging donors and encourage planned gtiving. These tips include how to make a planned gift request without making it awkward. It is essential to adapt your fundraising strategies to engage and involve those age 50 and above effectively. What age group should […]
3 Best Ways to Use Your Nonprofit’s Valuable CRM Data
Is the secret to growing your fundraising hiding in your CRM? It just might be! Your nonprofit CRM is much more than a storage space for addresses and phone numbers. It’s a powerful tool for managing and growing relationships with your supporters. The data in your CRM can help you raise more money, improve your donor retention, and […]
4 Reasons to Start Planning Ahead for GivingTuesday
Whether you’re brand new to nonprofit work or a veteran of the sector, you know that Giving Tuesday is one of the most important fundraising days of the year. This is because Giving Tuesday gets nonprofits real results. Giving Tuesday began in 2012, raising an estimated $10 million in its first year, according to Nonprofits Source. […]
15 Tips To Create An Effective 2023 Nonprofit Business Plan
Creating a nonprofit business plan is an important step for any organization whether you’re about to launch or are well established in your community. A nonprofit business plan is slightly different to the commercial sector. It’s a strategic plan that outlines the key elements of your organization, including: Why bother if you’re already established? Regularly outlining the […]
Diversify Your Fundraising Strategy to Grow Support in 2023
As we head into the new year, your nonprofit organization is likely prioritizing your top fundraising strategies. While the social impact sector is continuously adapting to the current economic climate, what might be different about 2023? Let’s discuss some opportunities this year brings to update your strategy for growing support. Increase your reach by diversifying […]
6 Year-End Email Templates to Raise More for Your Nonprofit
Giving season, the time between Giving Tuesday and New Year’s Eve, is incredibly important to many mission-focused organizations worldwide. Donors already feel increasingly charitable, with nonprofits acquiring 10X more donors on Giving Tuesday compared to an average day of the year. It’s just directing their attention toward your cause and making strategic appeals. If you’re looking […]
Embedding Purpose-Driven Communications into Email Marketing
The purpose of a brand is a reason for the brand to exist beyond making money. Why does your museum open its doors each day? What motivates visitors to choose your attraction as their destination? Every arts and culture organization has a brand and that brand has a purpose. By pinpointing your organization’s purpose, you can unlock […]
7 Simple Strategies to Create a Very Merry Year End
“To everything, there is a season and a time to every purpose under the heaven. . . .” A time . . . . To go back-to-school. To watch Football. A time . . . For warm Sweaters and crackling fires. For everything Pumpkin Spice. A time . . . To put the finishing touches on […]
