It happens to the best of us. A perfect first impression, with all signs indicating that they’re totally into you. Responding to your weekly outreach newsletter, sending a donation during your holiday campaign, and engaging with your content on social media. Then, the unfortunate happens. After six months, their open rates are decreasing, you haven’t […]
Tag: donor engagement
Love at First Sight: 5 Secrets to Attract New Donors
Do you remember the last time you went out on a first date? It probably took you hours to get ready — from picking the perfect outfit, to styling your hair, and perhaps preparing some discussion topics. Because as cliché as it sounds, you only get one chance to make a great first impression. Attracting […]
Romancing Your Donors: 5 Tips to Strengthen the Relationship
Relationships require more attention than one dinner out on February 14th, and so do your donors. It is vital to show your donors love year-round in order to strengthen your donor relationships. According to Greater Good Magazine, “Research at the National Institute of Health showed that the same area of the brain that is […]
The 7 Stages of Moves Management
As a professional in the nonprofit sector, you will come across donors at various stages in their giving journey. Some donors may have already given to your organization, while others might have given to organizations with similar missions. These donors would, as a result, be more receptive to your request. On the other hand, some […]
7 Ways to Make the Most of Virtual Conferences
When the COVID-19 outbreak struck the globe in 2020, organizations had to navigate unprecedented times by staying connected. In-person conferences transitioned to virtual platforms, and now, as the post-pandemic world slowly returns to a sense of normalcy, some online opportunities will continue to prosper. Among these opportunities are virtual nonprofit conferences. In 2021, 91% of […]
6 Ways to Be Confident on Camera
A great way to promote donor engagement for supporting your foundation is with nonprofit video content, specifically, thank-you videos. This type of media is becoming increasingly popular in social media, email newsletters, and websites as a means of communication. Videos are multi-accessible and offer a quick message that packs a punch. Nonprofit video content extends […]
New Year, New You: 6 Marketing Strategies For 2022
With the New Year right around the corner, many organizations are planning their marketing strategies for the year ahead. It is the ideal time of year to reflect, set the vision, and develop tactics to achieve objectives. This past year has required many pivots, including a renewed focus of online engagement. We expect this focus […]
How to Re-Engage Donors That Ghost You
Donor retention is crucial, especially because it is more expensive to seek out and entice new donors, as compared to keeping old ones. When a donor stops returning phone calls and attending events, or stops giving altogether, it can be worrying. Your donor may have ghosted you — ghosting is when a person suddenly cuts […]
5 Fall Virtual Fundraising Ideas For Your Nonprofit
Now that your nonprofit organization is beginning to find its footing in the virtual fundraising world, you need some new and creative ideas, especially for the fall season. Fall is a particularly giving time, as most communities celebrate a bountiful harvest by sharing a traditional feast with family and friends. Thanksgiving is a holiday that […]
How to Optimize Facebook for Fundraising
Social media platforms are one of the easiest ways to stay connected with friends and family, and they are an effective way to create awareness for your events. Among the growth of several other platforms, Facebook continues to remain a favorite. Nearly 58% of Americans are Facebook users, and almost 64% of these users visit the […]