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Recession-Proof Your Fundraising with These 3 Proven Strategies

August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

In periods of high inflation or market uncertainty, donors of all demographics are likely to become more strategic about their giving. Help your organization navigate this economic instability with these tips. Continue reading Recession-Proof Your Fundraising with These 3 Proven Strategies →

Which One Wins: Reminding or Informing Your Donors?

August 3, 2022August 3, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

You might be tempted to always market something new and latest and greatest. After all, doesn’t everyone want the hottest ideas? Doesn’t new information grab attention? No. Here’s why that won’t get you more gifts. Continue reading Which One Wins: Reminding or Informing Your Donors? →

Bye-Bye Donor Pyramid. Today’s Marketing Funnel Looks Like This.

July 27, 2022July 27, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

The digital revolution has rendered linear marketing obsolete and replaced it with a more organic, donor-driven experience. The Donor Pyramid is a thing of the past. Here’s what you can do. Continue reading Bye-Bye Donor Pyramid. Today’s Marketing Funnel Looks Like This. →

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) In Fundraising: How to Address Implicit Bias

July 20, 2022August 5, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

Our industry is working to celebrate identity and represent authentically. Identifying our implicit biases is an important place to start. Continue reading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) In Fundraising: How to Address Implicit Bias →

12 Tips for Winning on Social Media

July 13, 2022July 14, 2022 Nathan Stelter1 Comment

With social media, you can find a large market and your reach has minimal cost, especially compared to other marketing channels. The trouble is, every brand is trying to maximize their social ROI. So, what can you do to stand out? Continue reading 12 Tips for Winning on Social Media →

This One Word Describes the Best Fundraising Stories

July 6, 2022July 6, 2022 Nathan Stelter1 Comment

Storytelling is a powerful tool. In his 2022 series, “The Storytelling Fundraiser”, Dr. Russell James tells us that, “compelling fundraising story does something special. It leads to giving.” Here’s the one word you need to make your stories compelling. Continue reading This One Word Describes the Best Fundraising Stories →

REWIND The 5 Fundraising Trends We Predicted for 2022: Where Do We Stand

June 29, 2022June 28, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

We’re halfway through 2022, marking a nice time to revisit our annual fundraising predictions. We noted five key marketing trends to watch this year. So, how are we doing? Continue reading REWIND The 5 Fundraising Trends We Predicted for 2022: Where Do We Stand →

Giving USA 2022: Inside the Numbers

June 21, 2022July 28, 2022 Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Leave a comment

Let’s take a deep dive to see how and where Americans gave in 2021, according to a study from Giving USA. Plus, with the first half of 2022 behind us (and the stock market and GDP not looking as promising), get recommendations on navigating the latter half of 2022. Continue reading Giving USA 2022: Inside the Numbers →

8 Strategies to Try When a Prospect Says “No Thanks”

June 15, 2022June 15, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

In fundraising, an objection is almost always better than indifference. Yes, objections can drive your conversation off track and can certainly be frustrating, but objections are also a sign of a prospect who’s listening and considering. Continue reading 8 Strategies to Try When a Prospect Says “No Thanks” →

How to Write a Donor Appreciation Letter

June 8, 2022June 6, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

When a donor returns a reply device from your print mailing or downloads a digital guide from your website, you can make a connection. Knowing that your time is valuable, we’ve crafted starter copy for your follow-up. Continue reading How to Write a Donor Appreciation Letter →

[Special Update] New CGA Rates Released

June 2, 2022July 28, 2022 Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Leave a comment

The American Council on Gift Annuities has released a new schedule of suggested maximum gift annuity rates for gifts established on or after July 1, 2022. Get all the details from our senior gift planning consultant, Lynn M. Gaumer, J.D.Continue reading [Special Update] New CGA Rates Released →

Soooooo, Should I Care About Email Open Rates Anymore?

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

For years, open rate was the go-to metric for email performance. It was easy to measure, easy to test and it provided a helpful starting point for gauging donor interest. So without it—or rather, with every Apple email looking “opened”—what’s a marketer to do? Continue reading Soooooo, Should I Care About Email Open Rates Anymore? →

Baby Boomers Love Video (Psst: So You Should, Too)

May 25, 2022June 1, 2022 Nathan Stelter1 Comment

HubSpot reports that 67% of Boomers watch YouTube and 44% of Boomers visit YouTube daily. Here’s how to connect with a key audience where they are. Continue reading Baby Boomers Love Video (Psst: So You Should, Too) →

10 FREE Ways to Ask for a Planned Gift

May 18, 2022June 21, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

Getting planned giving and estate planning concepts in front of donors regularly is critical…and you don’t have to have a huge budget to do it. Continue reading 10 FREE Ways to Ask for a Planned Gift →

Don’t Miss These Takeaways from the AFP ICON Conference

May 11, 2022May 17, 2022 Nathan StelterLeave a comment

The AFP ICON conference, put on by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, is the world’s largest conference for professional fundraisers. Some 3,000 attendees from five continents gathered. Here are five top conference takeaways. Continue reading Don’t Miss These Takeaways from the AFP ICON Conference →

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