donor relations

More Half-Year Resolutions That Will Improve Your Fundraising

More Half-Year Resolutions That Will Improve Your Fundraising

Last year at this time we presented a few resolutions that one could adopt for the remaining six months of 2023 that would strengthen their charity’s fundraising efforts. Today we’re pleased to share with you another series of half-year resolutions that are certain will improve your fund development practices:

Begin Preparing For Your First Thanking Season Years In Advance

Begin Preparing For Your First Thanking Season Years In Advance

Although it may not occur for years, it is never too early for a charity to start planning the launch of the pinnacle of its donor relations system - The Thanking Season.

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #11

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #11

In this chapter of “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts”, we will look at a handful of ways how Mother’s Day can strengthen your charity’s fundraising capacity.

Too Shy To Say “Thank You”? Just Include It In Regular Conversation

Too Shy To Say “Thank You”? Just Include It In Regular Conversation

Do you feel awkward or uncomfortable thanking donors on behalf of your organization for their support? Simply include a “thank you” in conversations that you are already planning to have with donors. Here are three (3) types of conversations with donors where this tactic can be effectively employed.

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #3

FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts #3

Maintaining accurate and up-to-date donor records is an integral piece of every charity’s fund development infrastructure, and the third installment of “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts” speaks about its importance.

INTRODUCING OUR NEW WEEKLY FEATURE: FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts

INTRODUCING OUR NEW WEEKLY FEATURE: FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts

We are thrilled to introduce a catchy new weekly feature in our Sustainable Solutions Blog: “FUNDRAISING DOs & DON’Ts”. Each week, we will acquaint you with practices, methods and approaches that your charity, church, club or community group should absolutely embrace and avoid as a part of its fundraising plans. For our inaugural entry, we will discuss a pair of vital points regarding every charity’s donor relations strategies.

EFFECTIVE STEWARDSHIP STRATEGIES TAKE TIME TO DEVELOP – NEVER RUSH IT!

EFFECTIVE STEWARDSHIP STRATEGIES TAKE TIME TO DEVELOP – NEVER RUSH IT!

Establishing a robust donor stewardship strategy is a major part of a charity's sustainable fundraising plan and requires years to develop. However, rushing it can have devastating consequences for your organization's donor base.

Early Bird Registration For Our New Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp Opens January 22nd, 2023!

Early Bird Registration For Our New Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp Opens January 22nd, 2023!

We are thrilled to announce that Early Bird Registration for our Donor Stewardship Boot Camp opens January 22nd, 2023. Hope you can join us to discover the key to your organization’s future sustainability!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: OUR FIRST VIRTUAL DONOR STEWARDSHIP BOOT CAMP

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: OUR FIRST VIRTUAL DONOR STEWARDSHIP BOOT CAMP

We are excited to announce the launch of our Four-Day Virtual Donor Stewardship Boot Camp taking place from Tuesday, April 11th to Friday, April 14th, 2023. Registration will open very soon and we encourage you to visit our website often for updates. Join us to discover the key to fundraising sustainability!!

How Do You Properly Reconnect With Lapsed Supporters?

How Do You Properly Reconnect With Lapsed Supporters?

Regaining the support of a disenchanted lapsed donor who departed under unpleasant circumstances is never an easy task and is certainly not for the faint of heart. So how do you welcome unhappy former supporters back to the fold?

My Video Presentation For TechSoup Canada & NetSquared Toronto: "The Importance of a Fundraising CRM"

We are pleased to share the video of the presentation the I delivered with Syed Mudassir of Call Hub for TechSoup and NetSquared Toronto entitled “The Importance of a Fundraising CRM”.

Start This Year Of Promise Right By Thanking Some Of Your Supporters

Start This Year Of Promise Right By Thanking Some Of Your Supporters

Hit the ground running towards this promising year of rebirth by performing the simple task of thanking and engaging some of our generous and dedicated donors and volunteers.