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Issue 227 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! More specifically, happy Giving Tuesday! Though today will be no small feat, it’s just the beginning of the year-end fundraising push. Remember to care for yourselves during this busy time! As you’re running your year-end fundraising campaigns, keep donor followup and retention on your mind. Fostering relationships with donors is important not just for funding your mission, but for creating a community! Here are 6 practical strategies for donor retention after Giving Tuesday. Give them a look! Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to volunteer engagement, Giving Tuesday, and email appeals. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 226 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! We’re in the final stretch of 2024! Make sure you’re covered with our End-of-Year Fundraising Checklist. As always, our goal is to equip you with invaluable tips and strategies to make your fundraising efforts not only impactful but also enjoyable. Scroll down to explore innovative ideas, proven techniques, and expert insights that will elevate your fundraising game and bring your initiatives to new heights this year and beyond. You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 225 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Asking for donations isn’t easy— especially when so many important causes are depending on generous donors and the giving season. Instead of worrying if your organization will get lost in the crowd, focus your energy on finding the right words. The more personal, the better! Whether you're crafting an email ask, social media post, or event invitation, your wording impacts the outcome. Check out this free 15 page guide to learn about five easy ways to boost your wording when asking for donations! Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to major donors, nonprofit storytelling, and automated fundraising emails. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 224 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Have you taken a look at our Year-End Fundraising Checklist yet? It’s time to position your nonprofit for end-of-year success. Since the vast majority of nonprofit donations come in the final months of the year, giving season can be a lot of pressure. We’re here with tips and tricks to alleviate that stress! You got this! Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to text-to-give, Giving Tuesday, and nonprofit grants. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 223 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! November is here and we are just weeks away from the busiest part of the fundraising year. Take a deep breath, you got this! To keep yourself on track, you can check out these top 10 tips for holiday fundraising success. And remember, we have a free resource to help you make the most of online fundraising year-round, not just during the “giving season.” You can download the Definitive Guide to Online Fundraising at any time. You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 222 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! It’s hard to believe that November is almost upon us, which means we’re just over a month out from Giving Tuesday. Roughly 30% of all annual charitable giving happens in December, with around 10% occurring in the last three days alone. Take advantage of peak fundraising season and download this year-end fundraising checklist to keep yourself on track! Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to multichannel fundraising, donation asks, and nonprofit stories. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 221 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Is your organization ready for Giving Tuesday? Check out this post, 8 Website Updates to Boost Your Giving Tuesday Campaign, to learn what changes you can make to your nonprofit’s website to get the most out of your Giving Tuesday campaign! From calls-to-action, to recurring giving upsells, to newsletter opt-ins, there are many ways to stay connected and engaged with your donors beyond Giving Tuesday. Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to year-end fundraising, marketing on a budget, and donor segmentation. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 219 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! Wondering what should be on your year-end fundraising checklist? Our free guide will take you through all the giving season best practices, like setting clear giving goals, establishing a fundraising calendar, optimizing your donation pages, building a P2P campaign, and more. Get the End-of-Year Fundraising Checklist today! Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas relating to capital campaigns, social media, and donor thank you’s. You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 218 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! You’ve made it to October! Do you have any special fall fundraising campaigns or events planned? Here are some of our fall fundraising ideas, but we’re always open to expanding our blog posts to capture new ideas. Feel free to respond to this email if you have one you want to share! Scroll on down for some excellent fundraising tips related to DAFs, audience segmentation, and auction revenue. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 217 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! Hard to believe we’re nearing the final quarter of the year. Remember to take time to care for yourself this busy fundraising season! In this week’s edition, discover how to create a sustainable operating budget, humanize your data, and secure donor trust. Plus, we’re sharing must-know strategies for the fall giving season! Whether it’s improving your donor data security or fine-tuning your fundraising stories, these articles offer actionable insights for your nonprofit’s success! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 216 Happy Tuesday, fundraisers! Here’s a pro-tip for the week. As you prepare for Giving Tuesday, consider creating a dedicated Giving Tuesday donation page. This allows you to adjust the wording/design to best appeal to online donors. It also simplifies tracking the results of your Giving Tuesday campaign, since the majority of your donations will flow through that page. Learn more about affordable fundraising tools for building donation pages. Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to nonprofit marketing, online advocacy, and grant applications. You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 214 Happy Tuesday, and welcome to the first September 2024 edition of the Fundraising Weekly! That’s right, year-end fundraising prep is upon us and you can expect the rest of the year to be a blur from here. But take a deep breath! This community has your back. Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to text-to-give, gala fundraisers, and capital campaigns! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 213 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! How’s August wrapping up for you? Have you taken the time to review your fundraising strategies? Sometimes it’s helpful to go back to the basics. Online fundraising has many facets and dynamics. Effective online fundraising can be broken down into three components: storytelling, relationships, and optimization. This Definitive Guide to Online Fundraising has all the tips, insights, and strategies you need to incorporate each of these components into your online fundraising strategy. Bookmark it for regular reference and make sure it stays handy year-round. Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to matching gifts, the giving season, and nonprofit databases! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 211 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! It’s mid August, and before we know it, September will be here! It’s time to start thinking about year-end fundraising prep. It’s true that nearly a third of all giving occurs in the final month of the year, which can feel like a lot of pressure. I dug up a helpful blog post that’s all about building a successful year-end fundraising campaign. Hopefully staying ahead in your planning will alleviate some of that pressure! Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to donor segmentation, capital campaigns, and major gifts! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 210 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! I had such a wonderful time at the Bridge Conference last week— it was great to see so much knowledge sharing between fundraising, marketing, and nonprofit professionals. At Soapbox Engage, we’re feeling revitalized and ready to continue serving nonprofits through the technology sector! What conferences are you looking forward to attending this Fall? I’d love to hear what’s on the horizon for you! Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to donor acquisition, capital campaigns, and auction items! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 209 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Any of you planning on attending the 2024 Bridge Conference this week? If so, please let me know! I’ll be there tomorrow and Thursday and would love to say hi on behalf of all of Soapbox Engage! Keep scrolling for some excellent tips related to AI fundraising, donor thank you messages, and nonprofit boards. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 208 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Have you evaluated your process for acquiring donors lately? Prospecting, or the process of identifying and learning about donors with a high likelihood of giving major gifts, is a crucial part of fundraising. But once you’ve done the research, what’s next? Learn what steps to take in this guide. Keep scrolling for some excellent tips related to nonprofit culture, donor qualification, and mid-level giving. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 207 It's a great day to brush up on your fundraising strategies! Check out these incredible tips, ranging from donor identification to fundraising software trends. Craving some content that you haven't seen yet? You can always reply directly to this email with your requests!You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 206 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! In a slower season for fundraising, it’s a good idea to evaluate all your tools. How can you set your team up for success come fall? Social media is an essential tool for nonprofit marketing, considering over 70% of individuals in the US use some form of social media. Check out this post to learn how you can leverage social media for fundraising! Keep scrolling for some excellent tips related to giving trends, nonprofit marketing, and annual fundraising plans. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!
Issue 205 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! We made it to July! Let’s celebrate with some summer fundraising ideas! While summer is not commonly thought of as a banner fundraising season, we’ve rounded up some tips and tricks to get people to show out to your nonprofit events. From petting zoos, to bake sales, to outdoor concerts, here are some ideas to get your community in the giving spirit. Keep scrolling for some excellent fundraising tips related to capital campaigns, AI fundraising, and brand strategy. Enjoy! You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today! |
