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If you didn’t say “Thank You!”, did it really happen? This is the feeling your donor has without prompt acknowledgment. And THIS is where the Zion T.I.P.S Model comes into play. Timely Inspiring Personal Specific It’s the how, when, and why you communicate with your donors. We use this model in our 52-Week Smart plan every single week of the year.  The T.I.P.S Model is one of our foundational principles. The founding principle of every fundraising campaign or activity should be building relationships. You can build and steward relationships by incorporating these four values into your communication and thank-you process. These four values are present in any relationship we truly care about, so why would we not treat our donors as we want to be treated? We’ll break these down a little more over the next few weeks, so be on the lookout, and if you haven’t downloaded our FREE Foundational Principles of Sustainable Fundraising yet, click below to download. https://lnkd.in/gRcZ_6FG

🌟 Nurturing donor relationships is the key to sustainable fundraising success. Research shows that 70% of donors feel more connected and engaged when they receive regular updates about the impact of their support. 💡 Providing transparent, meaningful communication helps build trust and fosters long-term commitment to your cause. So prioritise keeping your donors in the loop and watch as their dedication to your mission grows stronger with every update. #DonorEngagement #ImpactfulUpdates #TransparentFundraising

What We Can No Longer Afford: To Engage In Unrealistic Fundraising Practices Given the steady decline in giving households and accelerating rates of donor attrition, organizations must be more mindful of unrealistic fundraising practices, particularly those that disappoint donors and erode their interest in giving. In this week's newsletter, I address the 11 most unrealistic practices and lay out more realistic and productive ways forward. Click here to subscribe to my free weekly newsletter: https://t.ly/bqoKF

The Mythical Donor is usually a one-of-a-kind donor who contributes a significant amount or percentage to your fundraising goals. There are many ways to succeed with a campaign, although experts seem to say to work on all areas rather than focus on one specific area/strategy. Everyone wants the mythical donor but not everyone is able to find them. Here is an image to represent the mythical donor.

Engaging Your Donors 🤝Tip of the day: Donors are more than just checkbooks. Engage them with stories of impact and watch your relationships blossom! #DonorLove #EngagementStrategy

Most of the time when I’m working with leaders and board members who are preparing to meet with a donor or prospective donor, their biggest question is “what should I say?” Here’s what I always tell them, and I wish more people knew: 🌟 When meeting with donors, don’t worry so much about what to say. Instead, focus on what you want to ask. 🌟 There’s a life story sitting right in front of you, and that story is central to why they care about your work. We have been taught that fundraising is about getting our message across, inspiring people with metrics, sharing compelling stories about our work, and crafting the perfect ask. But what if fundraising is actually more about listening generously to people. Read full article on Generous Listening and download my Generous Listening Guide >> https://lnkd.in/g9h3UXFU

Focusing your mission on specific, tangible projects or causes helps donors understand and recognize your organization’s impact more easily. Donors are more likely to give when they can see in specific terms how their contributions are helping. By highlighting specific initiatives or campaigns, you can attract more supporters and build long-lasting relationships with your donors.

Building and maintaining a strong donor base is crucial for your nonprofit’s success. To truly thrive, you need a strategic approach to both attract new supporters and keep them engaged. But, how do you attract and retain donors? 👉 Implement proven techniques to reach and resonate with potential supporters. 👉 Learn how to nurture relationships and keep your current donors engaged and invested. 👉 Use actionable insights to optimize your fundraising approach and drive sustained support. Using these methods, you’ll be able to enhance your fundraising efforts and achieve your goals. Check out our blog to learn more about how you can attract and retain donors! https://lnkd.in/emN_uJBR #donorretentiontips #donorretention

Clients often ask us “What do you think is going on with this donor? They won’t respond to my emails [or calls/outreach]!” While I don’t have mind-reading capabilities [yet!], my years in fundraising have given me a glimpse into what your donors may be trying to say when they aren’t responsive. In our recent blog post, I share some examples of what they may be thinking, and a few insights that may help you figure out how to re-engage them. Read more in the link below. https://lnkd.in/gC42K5QG

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