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Every year, nonprofits process millions of donations, raising the question: Is your nonprofit effectively managing donations to benefit your organization? A cohesive strategy for managing donation records is important for positive donor relations and gaining insights...

Multichannel fundraising campaigns are one of the most effective ways to increase donor engagement and raise more for your nonprofit. By sharing your fundraising message across multiple platforms—such as email, direct mail, and social media—you significantly improve...

Is your nonprofit active on social media yet? If not, now is the time to get started! According to Nonprofit Source, 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media end up taking some sort of action. Social media is a great way to inspire your audience into...

Nonprofit events are a great opportunity for organizations to raise money and spread awareness about their cause. Events are also important for donor retention, and can help nonprofits connect with potential new members. If planned properly nonprofits can see a wide...

Successfully switching to a new nonprofit CRM can feel like a big undertaking. But finding the best CRM solution for your nonprofit will help you in countless ways. You will save hours of administrative time, be able to connect better with your donors, and ultimately...

The year-end appeal letter is one of the most important fundraising tools for nonprofits. Many organizations raise a significant portion of their annual support during the final weeks of the year, which means your message needs to stand out and clearly communicate why...

Building a successful volunteer program will offer numerous benefits to your nonprofit organization. Many nonprofits can be intimidated by the legwork involved in setting up a volunteer program. However, if planned properly, a volunteer program will pay itself back...

Online fundraising is on the rise and your nonprofit should have an awesome donation page to collect online donations. Even if you already have a donation form on your website, taking time to optimize the page it lives on will help drive more donations. In this...

Thanking monthly donors is the best way your nonprofit can ensure they continue to give. According to research, recurring donors give 42% more per year than one-time donors. Because of the nature of their gifts and the value of recurring donors, it is important to...

Donor acknowledgment letters are a valuable component of donor retention. If you give the same amount of attention to your acknowledgment letters as you do your appeal letters, you can vastly improve your donor retention rate.  Your thank you letters serve a practical...

If donor retention isn’t part of your fundraising strategy, you could be leaving significant revenue on the table. Retaining current donors costs less and delivers more value than constantly acquiring new ones. A solid retention plan strengthens the financial health...

Your nonprofit’s content should tell a compelling story and inspire your audience. Effective content also educates and adds value. To achieve this, nonprofits must thoughtfully plan their content strategy to maximize its impact. Sporadic posting and inconsistent...