It can feel like a Holy Grail of sorts, but it’s no legend. A successful monthly donor program is within the grasp of any nonprofit, as long as it is set up properly to avoid several common pitfalls.
How do I respond to a donor who says we mail them too much?
None of us enjoy receiving a negative call from a donor. But there are steps you can take that can prevent you from losing much-needed income.
The Latest in Donor Focus
As fundraisers, we celebrate the generosity of those who have continued to stand with us, and the new supporters who’ve just trusted us with a first-time gift. In this issue of Donor Focus you’ll find more helpful ways to care for those who stand with you in supporting your mission.
CEO Expectations of a Director of Development
Did you know the national average for a director of development’s tenure with a nonprofit is only 18 months? Why would such a critical hire have…
Welcome Rise Against Hunger!
We’re delighted to announce our partnership with Rise Against Hunger, an international hunger relief organization that distributes food and life-giving aid to the world’s most vulnerable. Serving people in 74 countries, Rise Against Hunger is headquartered in Raleigh, NC.
How to Maximize Your Annual Tax Statement Mailing
Before you know it, Christmas will be over for another year and New Year’s resolutions will be made, yet hopefully not broken. For those of us in direct response fundraising, this change of seasons means that it’s time to mail annual tax statements.
Learning Lessons From This Year—How analyzing your data can bring better results in 2019
As you close the books on 2018, now is the time to review your donor file trends and gather information you need to improve your fundraising in 2019.
Looking Ahead: Essential Components for Your Digital Donor Welcome Series—Strengthening the connection before you are forgotten
As you look ahead into the new year, it is important that you take a few minutes to review your process for engaging with supporters who have recently entrusted you with their email address.
How can I meet higher income expectations for next year?
As a fundraiser, have you ever wondered where income growth expectations come from? Over the past 35 years, I’ve often wondered if that number is driven by the costs to increase services to those being served, or just an arbitrary goal. But, as the person responsible for making it happen, you need a plan!
Do You Have the Right Strategies for the Season Ahead?
In this issue of Donor Focus, we’ll be addressing best practices for increasing your organization’s income in 2019; how to look ahead at the Essential Components for your Digital Welcome Series for newly acquired online donors. Together, we’ll see how to Learn Lessons from This Year in order to apply them to next year
