If you work at a nonprofit, chances are you do your fair share of storytelling and that you’ve followed every bit of traditional advice. You know to follow a tried-and-true plotline, use emotion-evoking words and finish with a happy ending or offer a solid solution. Yes, all of these tips do work. But, there’s more […]

As a nonprofit leader, it is your job to keep the nonprofit board of directors actively engaged in your organization. However, this is much easier said than done. You’ve likely got a ton on your plate, operating your organization, managing employees and volunteers, and fundraising to keep it all afloat. But, it’s time to consider […]

In an ideal world, you were highly successful during your last peer-to-peer fundraising campaign. If you ran your campaign following the tried-and-true peer-to-peer fundraising techniques outlined in this primer, then you likely brainstormed to create an inventive campaign, developed a clear and effective fundraising site, and recruited friends and family to set up personal fundraising […]

What is Net Promoter Score (NPS)? Net Promoter Score is a simple way to gauge the loyalty of your donor base. Nonprofits around the world have been using different versions of NPS to analyze their donor satisfaction since the early 2000’s. Many nonprofits and businesses use the information gathered from the NPS survey to determine […]

Donor engagement is quite the buzz phrase nowadays among nonprofit fundraising circles, but it is often overlooked. After all, isn’t there enough on a fundraiser’s plate without adding another piece to the puzzle? The answer is an astounding NO. You absolutely need to be focusing on donor engagement because doing so will make your job […]

The Nonprofit Technology Conference, hosted by the Nonprofit Technology Network, just concluded after a whirlwind week filled with captivating sessions, numerous vendors, strategic planning sessions, and even a few games thrown in the mix. There were over 100 informational sessions, with presenters highlighting all aspects of the nonprofit spectrum including IT, fundraising, marketing, leadership and […]

You’ve worked hard to bring in those year-end donations. Whether you’re a huge nonprofit that performed a year-end campaign blitz or a small organization that relies on the generosity of donors during the holiday season, chances are you maxed out your resources to bring in those coveted dollars. Thankfully, fundraising around the holidays generally proves […]

Successful fundraisers all have one thing in common- their donors trust them, and their organization enough to make a monetary donation. Trust is key in any relationship, both personal and professional, and this also includes the relationship between a donor and fundraiser. A donor’s confidence in you and your cause are especially important in our […]

It comes as no surprise that the social media landscape is constantly changing. New platforms, new algorithms, new tools, new features, new rules, and new users—it’s enough to make your head spin. And, unfortunately, it also means that what worked really well for you last year might not go just as flawlessly this year. Because […]

With the presidential elections fast approaching, you’re probably busy weighing the similarities and differences between candidates. But, as a nonprofit, you can take away a lot more from election season than simply knowing where candidates stand on important issues. Turns out, you can learn a lot about how to improve your very own fundraising strategies. […]