August 16, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Nonprofit Data, Salesforce / 0 comments
Your nonprofit may be moving beyond spreadsheets to track and manage your organization’s relationships with donors, volunteers, advocates, and other supporters. Or, your team may be replacing its current system. Either way, implementing a new Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system requires planning and preparation. To help ensure your project runs smoothly and stays on track, […]
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Creative Approaches to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
January 25, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 2 comments
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about creative approaches to peer-to-peer fundraising (and likely not the last). I typically try not to repeat subjects often, but I was recently asked by the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (aka DMAW) to present the webinar Beyond the Event: Creative Approaches to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, and we continue […]
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The Info You Actually Need on Nonprofit Tech and Online Fundraising
January 11, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
Last month, we sent a survey to our blog readers and others who have opted in to receive our content. Our goal was simple: as part of our commitment to serving the nonprofit sector, we want to make sure we’re providing content that you ACTUALLY NEED, not just providing what we THINK you need. We […]
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Nonprofit Tech Trends to Watch in 2018
December 12, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
I’m not going to make sweeping predictions about nonprofit technology for the upcoming year. (You can thank me later.) But, I do think it’s important to keep an eye on tech trends that may be worth trying for your own nonprofit’s online campaigns in 2018. That said, here’s my take on some nonprofit tech trends […]
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The Nonprofit’s Guide to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
September 7, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
There’s simply nothing like the peer-to-peer (p2p) model for extending your fundraising reach. Whether it’s associated with a large event — like a walk-a-thon, or it’s year-round — like a tribute campaign, p2p fundraising is all about engaging supporters to raise funds from their networks on your nonprofit’s behalf. Some p2p fundraising campaigns and events […]
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Tips and Insights on Peer to Peer Fundraising: Free Virtual Conference
August 28, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
There’s nothing like peer-to-peer (p2p) fundraising for tapping your supporters to extend your fundraising reach. Whether it’s associated with a large event — like a walk-a-thon, or it’s year-round — like a tribute campaign, p2p fundraising is all about engaging supporters to raise funds from their own networks on your nonprofit’s behalf. But, running a […]
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How to Prepare for a CRM System Implementation for Your Nonprofit
August 16, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Nonprofit Data, Salesforce / 0 comments
Your nonprofit may be moving beyond spreadsheets to track and manage your organization’s relationships with donors, volunteers, advocates, and other supporters. Or, your team may be replacing its current system. Either way, implementing a new Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) system requires planning and preparation. To help ensure your project runs smoothly and stays on track, […]
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Tools That Support Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Success
January 25, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, Salesforce / 0 comments
In today’s marketplace, there are many tools that support peer-to-peer fundraising success, presenting nonprofits with more choice and the challenge of finding the right tool for their organization. We at Cathexis Partners had the privilege of sponsoring and presenting an event for nonprofits in Chicago last week as part of the Nonprofit Success Tour — […]
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Two Events Offer Tips, Insights, and Inspiration for Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
January 5, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, Salesforce / 0 comments
Peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events are ideal for engaging with your constituents. They get your supporters more involved and let them translate their enthusiasm for your mission into dollars to help your nonprofit grow. In January, nonprofits will have the opportunity to see and hear expert tips, insights, and examples to help them take their […]
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Know Your Campaigns Before Selecting Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software
December 22, 2016 / by Mark Becker / Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 1 comment
Peer-to-peer fundraising is a powerful tool in the fundraiser’s toolbox. Anything from a walk-a-thon to a memorial or tribute campaign can be an opportunity to engage supporters to raise funds on your nonprofit’s behalf. Before selecting a peer-to-peer fundraising software platform, it’s important to have a clear definition of the types of campaigns your organization […]
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[GUEST POST] Peer-to-Peer Software and CRM Integration: The Cheat-Sheet
December 6, 2016 / by Mark Becker / Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 1 comment
Author – Jeff Gordy Jeff Gordy is the Co-Founder and CEO of Z2 Systems, Inc., the makers of NeonCRM for nonprofits. Jeff has been working with his team for the last 12 years on building the optimal fundraising, CRM database, and marketing solution for nonprofits. Before starting the company, Jeff worked for the Kidney Cancer Association and knew […]
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