March 1, 2023 / by Mike Dennis / Fundraising / 0 comments
Optimization and gamification of peer-to-peer fundraising is common practice. Yet, many nonprofits rarely implement the same strategies for their always-on donation pages and appeals. Considering that online gifts make up a larger percentage of annual funds raised over events, many nonprofits are still working with sub-standard donation forms and leaving money on the table. These […]
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What Your Nonprofit Should Do Before Migrating to New Software
March 22, 2023 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
When it’s time for new software for your nonprofit and you’ve found the right technology match for your organization, the next step is to migrate to the new software. There are some things you can do to make the move to a new system easier – and ultimately more effective – for your entire organization. […]
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[GUEST POST] 3 tips for better email fundraising with your nonprofit CRM
March 15, 2023 / by Grace Duginski / Fundraising / 0 comments
Email fundraising is a constantly-evolving juggernaut. We know from reports like the M+R Benchmarks that it raises millions of dollars for nonprofits year after year, and organizations dedicated to making the world a better place deserve the chance to fully harness the power this channel has to offer. That said, nonprofits are famously busy, and […]
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How to Work with Influencers to Gain Awareness for Your Nonprofit
March 8, 2023 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
These days, we hear a lot about influencers. They seem to be everywhere. You might even follow some on your favorite social media channels. Working with the right influencers can help you increase awareness for your nonprofit’s mission or even for specific campaigns that ultimately support your mission. Let’s consider a few points about how […]
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[GUEST POST] Optimizing Donation Pages to Drive Conversions
March 1, 2023 / by Mike Dennis / Fundraising / 0 comments
Optimization and gamification of peer-to-peer fundraising is common practice. Yet, many nonprofits rarely implement the same strategies for their always-on donation pages and appeals. Considering that online gifts make up a larger percentage of annual funds raised over events, many nonprofits are still working with sub-standard donation forms and leaving money on the table. These […]
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5 Tips for Paying Less for Your Nonprofit’s New Software
February 22, 2023 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
When you’re choosing new software for your nonprofit, there are lots of things to consider. One important aspect is cost. Of course, it’s important to understand the true cost of new software for your nonprofit so you can ensure it fits within your budget. But there’s another way to ensure your software doesn’t break the […]
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[GUEST POST] Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits
February 15, 2023 / by Megan Allison / Fundraising / 0 comments
Fundraising in the digital age can be a bit daunting. There’s a lot of information to sort through when raising money online. To make things simpler, here are some online fundraising best practices for nonprofits that you can follow to increase donations and donor engagement. Set Your Website Up for Success When fundraising online, your […]
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Why it’s Important for Nonprofits to Get Past Tech Anxiety
January 25, 2023 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
Even when you know that it’s time to upgrade your nonprofit’s software, you might find yourself with anxious thoughts. For example: Our staff is already overloaded with work; moving to new software technology would be too hard. It would take too long to move to new software. I’m not sure the time, effort, and cost […]
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[GUEST POST] 4 Gamification Strategies to Add to Your Charity Auction
January 18, 2023 / by Jon Reich / Fundraising / 0 comments
Picture this: Your nonprofit is hosting its annual hybrid auction. To maximize revenue, you need to keep both your in-person and online audiences actively engaged and eager to bid. Halfway through the auction, you notice that your virtual audience participation starts to dip. Fewer and fewer in-person attendees are making bids. How will you grab […]
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Using Technology to Adapt to Modern Fundraising Challenges
December 21, 2022 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
This article was originally posted on the NonProfit PRO Nonprofit Tech Matters blog. Fundraising today can seem more challenging than ever. There are multiple ways to communicate with constituents – from text and social media to email and direct mail. People expect more personalized communications. And economic uncertainty might make you question if people will […]
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Best Practices for Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Participant Portals
November 30, 2022 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
When it comes to peer-to-peer fundraising, recruiting participants for your peer-to-peer event/campaign is an important first step. But the real key to success is to get participants actively fundraising. It’s important to help participants by providing fundraising tools, tips, and encouragement throughout the campaign or event. One of the best ways to do this is […]
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