Better Nonprofit Communications: 7 Simple Ways to Increase Donor Response

Nonprofits put enormous time and care into donor communications. Yet too often, appeals, es, newsletters, websites, and event promotions fail to generate the response organizations hope for. Why? Usually. it’s not because the mission isn’t compelling. It’s because the communication isn’t connecting quickly or emotionally enough. Today’s donors are overloaded with information and constantly distracted.…

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It’s Not Too Early to Prepare for Prime Fundraising Season!

Fall fundraising season may feel far away, but the organizations that thrive at year-end are usually planning long before September arrives. That’s because strong fundraising results rarely happen by accident. They come from: Clarity about priorities, Discipd use of time, and Realistic understanding of resources needed to grow contributed income. Too many nonprofit professionals operate…

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4 Nonprofit Strategic Planning Myths—Debunked (And What Actually Works in Uncertain Times)

When every day feels like the world is on fire, how much can one actually plan? Very valid question! Whether or not one wants to accept what is going on, feeling that the foundation is shifting beneath us is a constant. This means acknowledging the heartbreak and rage one may feel about destructive budget cuts…

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