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30-Day Fundraising Challenge: Power Questions for Donors 🚀 Did you know this is the BUSIEST time of year for nonprofits? Between Giving Tuesday and New Year’s Day, organizations like Aish Global raise an unprecedented percentage of their annual budget. It’s an exhilarating yet intense season, filled with reconnecting with our incredible supporters and encouraging that one final gift to help change lives. I love fundraising—it’s my passion. But even the most enthusiastic fundraisers like me can feel the season's weight. To stay sharp and inspired, I take intentional breaks. Not long ones—just enough time to recharge and return to the phones with renewed energy and focus. Starting tomorrow, I invite YOU to join me in my 30-Day Fundraising Challenge. Each day, I’ll share one powerful question I ask donors to deepen relationships and inspire impactful giving. Alongside each question, I’ll explain—in just 60 seconds or less—why it works and how you can use it too. These “one-minute breaks” are my way of staying motivated while sharing something valuable with you, my peers in the nonprofit world. I hope that these tips will enrich your donor relationships and help you make an even greater impact. Follow along as we explore 30 Power Questions to Ask Your Donors—and let’s create meaningful connections that change the world. Check back tomorrow for the first question. Let’s do this together! 💪🌍

Nonprofit fundraising is tough, especially online. Engaging donors, optimizing the giving experience, and finding time to keep up with new strategies can feel overwhelming. That’s where the Social Profit Stack by Kelly Morris comes in. When you subscribe, you’ll get a curated mix of insights and ideas delivered straight to your inbox to make fundraising easier and more effective: ✨ One actionable tip you can apply immediately to elevate your online fundraising ✨ Three carefully selected links with expert advice on donor engagement, improving the online giving experience, and driving results SUBSCRIBE FREE: https://lnkd.in/gCXZbCNn Think of it as your weekly dose of inspiration to help you connect with donors in meaningful ways, improve their experience, and maximize your fundraising potential—all without adding more to your plate. If you’re ready to save time while seeing better results, subscribe now and start getting the tools and strategies you need to make every donor interaction count. Let’s work smarter and make your mission shine online! SIGN UP: https://lnkd.in/gCXZbCNn

Not to alarm you, but Giving Tuesday (and end-of-year giving season) is only 84 days away. Don't stress, though - there's still plenty of time to make sure your year end push is tuned-up and ready to go.   In our newest blog, our team put together some old standards mixed in with some new thoughts on end-of-year campaign management.   Here's what you will get from this blog: - What your nonprofit needs to keep in mind before, during, and after Giving Tuesday and end-of-year giving campaigns. - Key digital fundraising resources that will keep your campaigns moving forward. - Get your wheels spinning on what next steps are for your new donors post-giving season. ⛏ Explore the guide today - link is in the comments ⛏

It’s no secret that the last three months of the year are make-or-break for nonprofits. If you haven’t started planning yet, don’t panic! There’s still time to get your strategy in shape and finish the year strong. 💪 Here are some top tips from nonprofits that are already smashing their goals: 1️⃣ Make It Personal: Tailor your messages to your sustaining donors. Show them the impact of their regular gifts and why their continued support is crucial. 2️⃣ Send a ‘It’s Not Too Late’ Reminder: Mid-December is perfect for a holiday greeting or a “happy new year” message. Segment your audience and include a subtle call to action for first-time donations. 3️⃣ Empower Your Advocates: Send engagement-focused emails to your key supporters. Sometimes, a hard ask isn’t necessary — just get them involved! 4️⃣ Switch It Up: Change the format of your emails. Try a postcard-style email with a strong image and punchy copy to keep things fresh and engaging. These are just a few tips to get you started - we have three more. Want more insights to supercharge your year-end campaign? Click here and get ready to make this your best year yet: https://lnkd.in/eAtyPcwn

Here at Funraise, we love intelligent reporting, and when it gives us insights into fundraising, we love it even more. Virtuous just released their Nonprofit Benchmarks Report, focusing on 7 metrics that drive resiliency and growth. Two of the most exciting to us are metrics 1 and 4: Donor Retention and Recurring Programs. It's no surprise that increasing donor retention or moving yearly donors to a monthly gift schedule can have drastic (positive) effects on your nonprofit's revenue, but Virtuous' growth examples really bring home the message. Take a look at the report: metrics that matter, excellent examples, and tactics to try! https://vrtuo.us/3TLBFzN

Tomorrow is one of my FAVORITE days of the year: GivingTuesday! 🥳 If you're a nonprofit, you are well aware of what tomorrow brings. And hopefully you're as excited as I am! Be sure to seize the day: 1. Have an active campaign to promote 2. Get the word out that you ARE fundraising on this day of generosity 3. Make it easy to give 💰 Not all nonprofits want to participate in Giving Tuesday, or think the hype isn’t worth it. I've heard from many organizations that say there's too much competition and that they'll be overlooked. Or they question how much support can REALLY come in on just one day, so assume the effort isn't worth their time. To these organizations I'd like to say – let's reconsider. As a donor, I get frustrated when a nonprofit I love doesn't participate. I joyfully want to support them on a day that celebrates giving back. If they don't ask for donations (and make it easy to give) it's a real bummer, and that donation may go to a different organization instead. And with my fundraiser hat on, I'm disheartened that they missed out on a such a great opportunity to connect with their community. Whether you're launching a specific Giving Tuesday campaign, or promoting an EOY campaign, be sure to participate and get the word out to your supporters! Have an easy, virtual way for them to give, and make that link impossible to miss. And of course share, share, share. If you need a little extra help, Givebutter has an incredible Giving Tuesday toolkit filled with hot tips and great resources. It's not too late! ✨ https://lnkd.in/gUCwXw35 And if you want to start planning ahead for next year's Giving Tuesday (or better yet, your entire annual giving strategy), Honey and Ginger, LLC is here for you. I'd love to connect! 🧡 https://lnkd.in/gMeYv-Xs

✨ 3 Things to do NOW to Guarantee Year-End Success with Sandy Rees Get Fully Funded - Nonprofit Fundraising Solutions 📅 Wed, Jul 31st, 2024 2:00 PM (EDT) 👉 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eaWDTzWY Summer is the PERFECT time to start working on Fall and Year-End Fundraising. You see, what you do NOW has a huge impact on holiday donations. In short, if you want big year-end fundraising results, there are things you must do now to pave the way. In this webinar, you'll learn 3 practical steps you must now take to get donors ready, even if you've let things slide for the past few months. You'll learn: How to warm up your donors and even uncover a matching gift prospect for your Year-End or Giving Tuesday campaign. How to map out when you'll ask and how much to ask for so you can stop shooting from the hip and instead work from a plan with full confidence that donors will give. What a great example of a Fall Ask looks like and what makes it great, including the strategy behind it. Auctria Webinars are always free and open to public! 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eaWDTzWY

🌱 Unlock the Power of Recurring Giving for Sustainable Impact! 🌱 It's finally here! Classy's recurring giving playbook! Thank you to the many people internally and in our sector that gave their time, expertise, and experiences to bring this to life. As we know, recurring giving isn't just a donation strategy—it’s a way to build a community around your mission while creating a predictable revenue stream that fuels long-term growth. 💪 With supporters giving regularly, your nonprofit can plan ahead with confidence, sustain its mission, and drive real impact. This ongoing support isn’t just beneficial for your organization; it’s also a powerful way for donors to feel connected to the cause they care about. Key takeaways from Classy’s Recurring Giving Playbook: 🌟 Recurring donors are 440% more valuable than one-time givers. 🌟 Predictable revenue allows you to fund your mission sustainably. 🌟 Engaging donors over time drives retention and builds loyalty. 🌟 Offering flexible giving options—monthly, quarterly, or annually—meets donors where they are. A well-structured recurring giving program creates a community of supporters that champion your cause. Ready to scale your impact? Check out the playbook and leverage these learnings in your recurring giving program that sustains both your mission and your community. 🌍 Get your copy here: https://lnkd.in/gDGCUDkx #RecurringGiving #Nonprofits #Sustainability #Community #Impact

After the excitement of Giving Tuesday, it seems like a good time to reflect on the deeper lessons that come from a collective day of generosity—and how it connects to the ongoing work nonprofits do year-round. Giving Tuesday shines a light on the power of community. Just as donors, volunteers, and supporters came together to give in meaningful ways, nonprofits thrive when they foster strong, collaborative relationships with their communities. It's these connections that fuel long-term success and sustainable impact. In a world where challenges—be it financial, logistical, or organizational—are inevitable, the ability of nonprofits to pivot, adapt, and continue their mission is truly inspiring. Giving Tuesday serves as an example of and reminder of the incredible impact that can happen when communities come together to support those who serve them. With Giving Tuesday behind us, now is a great time to think about how to build on that momentum for the months ahead. What strategies will ensure your nonprofit continues to grow, engage your supporters, and drive change in 2024? Reach out if you’d like to discuss how strategic planning can help your organization make the most of these valuable lessons and set a clear, impactful course for the future. #NonprofitLeadership #StrategicPlanning #GivingTuesday #CommunityImpact #NonprofitGrowth #LeadershipLessons

Some say:   “Always send long, detailed emails—they build connection.” While others argue: “Keep your emails short and to the point—donors are busy!” No wonder you’re feeling stuck! 😖 So how do you know which email fundraising advice will make a difference? Well, it depends… 👉 On your donors and what they respond to  👉 On the specific goal of your email campaign   👉 On the timing and context of your message Instead of bouncing between conflicting advice, focus on what truly resonates with YOUR supporters. Keep that in mind before following one-size-fits-all nonprofit email tips. 💙📧 I write impactful emails that raise more money for nonprofits. Did you know I have a weekly newsletter? Subscribe for more insights: https://lnkd.in/gTb9j5jW #emailfundraising #nonprofitstrategy #emailcommunication #nonprofitmarketing #nonprofitfundraising #nonprofitadvice #donorengagement #nonprofitleadership