Donor Retention Archives

Let Your Networking Lead to Donations

by Max Van Arsdall | Aug 28, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured, Fundraising | 1

If your nonprofit networking is off to a rocky start, these steps can make the process go a little smoother. It may even lead to a new set of donors.

How to Maintain Donor Engagement Between Asks

by Hannah Trull | Aug 9, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured, Fundraising | 0

Donor engagement is tricky. You don’t want to be too pushy, but you don’t want to give your donors nothing but radio silence either. We can help.

How to Bounce Back When You’re Told No

by Hannah Trull | Jul 27, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured | 0

Donors are going to tell you no; it’s just a fact of fundraising. You can bounce back and turn that rejection into a positive learning experience.

A Beginner’s Guide to Planned Gifts

by Claire Shinn | Jul 17, 2018 | Donor Retention, Fundraising | 0

Chances are, you probably aren’t putting enough emphasis into your planned giving strategy. Let’s look at how you can ramp up your efforts.

How to Communicate With Your Constituency

by Spencer Creal | Jun 5, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured | 1

Communication is key. It unlocks every door, behind which are donor and staff retention, increased fundraising, engaged volunteers and so much more.

3 Major Takeaways from CrowdRise’s Data Report

by Hannah Trull | May 15, 2018 | Donor Retention, Fundraising | 0

In a new data report from CrowdRise, we can make three big conclusions about participation in social media fundraising and what that means for fundraisers.

The 7 Deadly Sins of Asking for Donations

by Hannah Trull | May 11, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured, Fundraising | 0

As long as you avoid these common mistakes, your fundraising efforts will be just fine—even if your palms are still a little sweaty.

Step Away From the Plaque (And Get to Know Your Donors)

by Lindsay Saunders | Feb 26, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured, Nonprofit Marketing | 1

We need to stop spending energy brainstorming what stewardship initiatives donors might like, and first take the time to learn what each of them loves.

The Importance of the Thank You: Creating an Attitude of Gratitude

by Guest Writer | Feb 12, 2018 | Donor Retention, Featured | 3

Developing a donor-centric gift acknowledgment policy is key to ensuring our donors feel appreciated and our board members are excited about fundraising.