As you are preparing now to craft your very best annual appeal possible, blockbuster reviews a ‘best-of-the-best’ appeal it received this summer from Oregon Humane Society. You won’t believe how perfect it is so, watch now and borrow some fabulous tips!
Author: JoyOlson
Successful Fundraiser of 22 years; Pet owner and lover; triathlete and sportswoman; Gardner; Love to dance; Music a must; Workaholic
Keep Your New Donors With This New Donor Welcome Kit
As nonprofits, we know how many new donors and first time donors get away! We lose them folks, 70% never show up again! We need to welcome them with open arms immediately and turn them into interested, cared-for donors! Here are proven strategies and examples that work wonders!
Fundraising In Disaster Overload!! What to do now!
Fundraising In Disaster Overload!! What to do now!
9/27/17 Just read this local newspaper headline “Residents Worried For The World” and it immediately translated to my fundraising brain as “Our Donors Are Worried for The World Now More Than Ever”. It was a month yesterday (August 26th) that Hurricane Harvey struck Texas, then Irma hit Florida and now, a month later, Puerto Rico is experiencing a humanitarian disaster involving 3.4 million US citizens after being struck on Sept 20th by Hurricane Maria. We all realize, with heartbreaking reality, the lives of those who have been devastated by these disasters means many months of rebuilding and such true hardship. After all, we fundraisers are all motivated by doing good and supporting worthwhile causes, so how do we move ahead now, surrounded by such massive need and devastation, to think about our own mission and year-end fundraising? Here is some expert advice from 2 fundraising experts who have traveled this road and offer wonderful suggestions!
#GivingTuesday 2017 Success Plan
#GivingTuesday 2017 Success Plan
Many Development Peeps start their final fundraising blitz on #GivingTuesday! #GivingTuesday 2017 is on November 28th, only 70 days away, only 11 Tuesdays away! Time is of the essence to get prepared and here are some super ideas for your #GivingTuesday success!
https://thepowerofpurpose.com/10-crowdfunding-platforms-for-nonprofits/
https://www.charitycharge.com/crowdfunding-platforms-nonprofits-should-be-aware-of/
How Will Hurricanes Harvey & Irma Change Your Year-End Fundraising?
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How Will Hurricanes Harvey & Irma Change Your Year-End Fundraising?
We are devastated by the destruction and horrendous wake of loss for so many caused by Hurricanes Harvey & Irma. So many are giving and helping and we may all be wondering if these horrible natural disasters will affect our year-end giving! What can a Development Director do now that would be right to advocate for their mission yet taking note of what we all face now to rebuild in the U.S?
http://www.theagitator.net/
http://donortrends.com
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Reasons & Script Ideas for Winning Donor Calls
Why You Should Be Calling Your Donors
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Are the Smokin’ Hot ‘Dog Days of Summer’ wearing your fundraising momentum down to the nubs?
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BLOCKBUSTERS SUNDAY FUNDAY Facebook Live
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BLOCKBUSTERS SUNDAY FUNDAY
SUNDAY FUNDAY ON FACEBOOK LIVE WITH BLOCKBUSTER! We’re previewing upcoming Augusts broadcasts, the fundraising tips we’ll be bringing your way!
What Does Stock Market Record High Mean to Your Donor?
WHY YOU NEED TO ACT and REACH-OUT TO DONORS NOW!
With tax talk ramping up in Washington and a record-setting stock market, 2017 could be a good time for your donors to assess their personal financial and philanthropic goals to minimize their tax bill and maximize their charitable impact. Here are a few things to consider for your philanthropy in the second half of the year:
• If proposals to change the 100 year-old charitable tax deduction are enacted, donors charitable gifts may be more tax advantageous this year than in the future.
• There can be tax advantages to gifting appreciated securities and, more importantly, more funds available to donate to charity.
•many donors give impulsively throughout the year but now possibly could have the greatest charitable impact, to make fewer, larger gifts with causes that touch their heart.
Reel to Real! Live with Joy & Matteo at Blockbuster Production Meeting!
Reel to Real! Live with Joy & Matteo at Blockbuster Production Meeting!
Do You Know How to Improve Your Renewal Rate by 400% ??? 20 Questions
How many charities are your donors currently supporting? How quickly should you thank a new donor? Do you believe that thanking a new donor within 48 hours can equal a 400% improvement in renewal rates? But wait, should you include an “ask” in your thank you letter? And do sad or happy photos raise more money? Watch now and find out what you might not know as researched and believed to be true by the experts!!!
All this and more now! More info here: http://www.aherncomm.com/20-questions-free-downloadable-test-re-best-practices-donor-communications/ The Donation Communication Test by Tom Ahern
Bequests, Heroes & Donor Communication Control – 20 Questions
Have any idea where your next bequest will come from? Know how to market Bequests? Do you think Planned Gifts are killing bequests at non-profits? All this and more now! More info here: http://www.aherncomm.com/20-questions-free-downloadable-test-re-best-practices-donor-communications/