Soapbox Engage Blog

Issue 261

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! I hope your July is wrapping up nicely!

This Thursday, we’re going to take a look at the Soapbox Engage Shop app and how e-commerce can benefit your nonprofit by adding a new revenue stream. Whether you plan to sell merchandise, subscriptions, memberships, or digital products (think ebooks, online courses, etc.), the Shop app makes it easy. Join Successful Ecommerce with the Shop app to learn more!

Keep scrolling for great fundraising content related to data management, employee giving strategies, and fundraising KPIs. And have a wonderful week!

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Great Fundraising Posts

5 Data Management Best Practices to Apply At Your Nonprofit

Carl Diesing (Greater Giving)

Strong data management is a necessity for nonprofits juggling multiple programs, fundraisers, and outreach campaigns. Data should inform all of your nonprofit’s decisions, whether you’re determining which programs to focus on, how to scale your nonprofit, or which major giving prospects are the most promising. This blog post explores five data management best practices your nonprofit can implement to run more efficient fundraisers, launch more impactful programs, and cultivate stronger donor relationships.

Sample Fundraising Materials for Your Non-Profit

Joe Garecht (Garecht Fundraising Associates)

When you're sitting down to write a fundraising plan, a case for support, or a fundraising letter, it can be helpful to have a template on hand to guide your efforts. Having a sample document to look at can help you learn how to structure your materials and lend inspiration for your work. This blog post features some sample fundraising materials you can use as guides for your own fundraising efforts, free of charge.

Build a Longer Table

Samantha Swaim (The Better Fundraising Co.)

In times of uncertainty, the most powerful action nonprofits can take isn’t to retreat, it’s to gather. The organizations that will thrive in challenging times are those that have woven the strongest web of human connection around their purpose. Your most valuable asset is the community that believes in your mission. In this blog post, Samantha talks about how to build your organization’s community as a strategy for resilience.

The 10 Most Common Assumptions That Lead to Fundraising Struggles

Jim Langley (Market Smart)

If you’ve been fundraising for a long time, it may feel simple to rely on assumptions when building out your campaigns. But assumptions can never be the basis for your strategy. In this blog post, Jim identifies 10 common assumptions that may be limiting your fundraising success.

Employee Giving Strategies to Boost Year-End Impact

Grace Green (The ENGAGE Blog)

The end-of-year giving season is fast approaching and this marks a crucial time for fundraising. To maximize the full potential of this period, nonprofit organizations must explore innovative strategies to drive engagement, increase conversions, and amplify your overall impact. This guide will delve into actionable strategies to help organizations like yours elevate your fundraising with employee giving.

Fundraising KPIs: How to Pick the Right Ones Without Getting Overwhelmed

Vish Vass (GiveCentral)

Fundraising Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re tracking too many. The truth is, more data doesn’t mean more donations. You don’t need more metrics, you need the right ones. This blog post serves as a guide to help you choose, track, and utilize the most important fundraising KPIs, without getting overwhelmed by data.

How to Leverage the Power of Positive Donor Communications

re:charity (re:charity)

When trying to fundraise, some organizations may rely on fearmongering and guilt-tripping tactics when they desperately need donations. But those tactics are harmful to long-term success. The keys to getting donations are optimism, enthusiasm, and confidence. This blog post reviews the common pitfalls your nonprofit should avoid and the strategies you can use instead to inspire donors to take action.

Use This Tool for More Year-end Appeal Success

Laura Ingalls (Get Fully Funded)

If you’re soaking up the summer fun, year-end appeal time may feel like it's a lifetime away. But the most successful fundraisers know that a successful campaign requires prior planning, and that planning should start now. In this blog post, Laura talks about how a creative brief can be the key to year-end fundraising success.

Enhancing NGO Impact: The Benefits of Cross-Cultural Training

Martine Dadra (undertake)

In an increasingly globalized world, nonprofit organizations often operate across multiple cultural landscapes. Cross-cultural training is a crucial tool that aids these organizations in understanding diverse traditions and business practices. This blog post delves into the concept of cross-cultural training, highlighting its importance for nonprofits, the benefits it offers, and the challenges associated with its implementation.