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The Power of Stories as Motivation for Giving and Understanding Donor Behaviour

The Power of Stories as Motivation for Giving and Understanding Donor Behaviour What do you think your donors would say if you asked them why they give to you? They’d probably answer how we’d expect them to: “I think the organization does great work in my community.” “They solve a problem I want to be…

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Strategies for Success: How to Cultivate Long-term Relationships with Potential Donors

Strategies for Success: How to Cultivate Long-term Relationships with Potential Donors As nonprofit organizations strive to create a lasting impact, cultivating long-term relationships with potential donors becomes a cornerstone of sustainable growth and success. There are deliberate strategies for nurturing these crucial connections and engaging potential donors in a meaningful and personalized manner. By understanding…

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Optimizing Efficiencies in Caging Firms

Optimizing Efficiencies in Caging Firms: Strategies for streamlined operations that lead to increased donor satisfaction. In an age where communication is primarily digital, physical mail might seem like a relic of the past. However, the reality is that mail still plays a crucial role in many aspects of our lives, from official documents to personal…

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Embracing Donor Wholeness: Bridging the Gap Between Online and Offline Giving

Embracing Donor Wholeness: Bridging the Gap Between Online and Offline Giving In the ever-evolving landscape of fundraising, it is critical to be aware of outdated paradigms. As Tom Peters famously champions, excellence isn’t just an aspiration; it’s a non-negotiable imperative. Nowhere is this truer than in Fundraising, where the convergence of online and offline giving…

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Networking Magic: YDMAW Events

Networking Magic: YDMAW Events Earlier this year I attended the YDMAW Speed Networking Event, a fun night full of connections and insights. From seasoned experts to new professionals, the room was alive with the eagerness of passionate direct marketers. The structured format ensured that every young professional interacted with each other, guided by prompts at…

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Do and Do Not: May the Fundraising Force be With You

Do and Do Not: Using the Force to Guide Your Nonprofit to Breakthrough Donor Results May the fundraising force be with you!   In a galaxy far, far away, the Jedi Masters have always known the power of embracing the force within and using it for the greater good. In the realm of nonprofit fundraising,…

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Behind the Direct Mail Curtain: Sausages, Beers, and the Magic of Production Day!

Behind the Direct Mail Curtain: Sausages, Beers, and the Magic of Production Day! We’ve all heard the idiom “how the sausage is made.” It usually refers to the practical, and often, unpleasant aspects of a process that are usually kept behind the scenes. When it comes to actual sausage… you’re right, I don’t want to…

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The Thing About Premiums – Part I

The Thing About Premiums – Part I What is it about premiums that seems to create such angst and disdain? I’ve seen articles that compare direct mail premiums to crack, that say they are ruining the relationship between non-profits and their donors, basically using unethical practices to trick or coerce donors out of their money.…

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Need new, great fundraising ideas?

Need new, great fundraising ideas? A recap of Really Great Fundraising Ideas – That I wasn’t part of creating! As fundraisers, we are constantly looking for new, impactful ways to boost program performance. We all want our programs to have the best chance at success, and that means testing new ideas. Through the Really Great…

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Delight Your Donors with Handcrafted Direct Mail

Delight Your Donors with Handcrafted Direct Mail When visiting my local McDonald’s I noticed their Café drink menu and decided to order an espresso drink. Americano was my choice and upon placing my order I was met with a confused look from behind the counter. The cashier wasn’t sure they could make that, so I…

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