Direct Mail Fundraising Strategy
7 Strategies to Maximize Direct Mail Fundraising
Direct mail fundraising is a great way to raise money for your cause. However, it can be difficult to know how to maximize your direct mail fundraising efforts. Here are 7 strategies to help you get the most out of your direct mail fundraising campaign.
25 “Wow” Moments for Donors
Discover 25 innovative ways to create unforgettable "wow" moments for your nonprofit's donors that deepen their connection and commitment to your cause. This article offers a variety of ideas to engage, inspire, and show appreciation to your supporters, ensuring they remain enthusiastic partners in your mission.
How to Craft a Compelling Thank You Letter (with Examples!)
Are you struggling to create a donor thank you letter that truly expresses your gratitude and makes your supporters feel appreciated? Crafting a compelling thank you letter is more challenging than it seems, but don't worry, we've got you covered. In this post, we'll share some tips and examples to help you write a thank you letter that leaves a lasting impact on your donors.
25 Innovative Fundraising Ideas
Are you looking for new and creative ways to fundraise for your nonprofit organization? In this article, we have compiled 25 innovative fundraising ideas that can help you engage donors, build community support, and raise critical funds for your cause.

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Most Recent Blog Posts
12 Tips for Finding Gen Z Donors
Gen Z represents a significant potential donor pool for non-profit organizations, but engaging this demographic requires a unique approach. In this article, we'll share 12 tips for finding more Gen Z donors, from leveraging social media to highlighting diversity and inclusivity.
20 Interview Questions (and Sample Answers!) for a Nonprofit Marketing Manager
Nonprofit organizations rely on marketing to raise awareness and funds for their missions. As a Nonprofit Marketing Manager, it's essential to have the right skills and experience to create effective campaigns that resonate with donors and supporters. In this post, we'll provide 20 interview questions that can help you identify a candidate who has the expertise and passion to lead your nonprofit marketing efforts to success.
Development Director Job Description
A Development Director plays a crucial role in the success of any nonprofit organization. As the driving force behind fundraising efforts, the Development Director is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program, ensuring the financial sustainability of the organization and the success of its programs and services.
How to Write an Email Promoting Planned Giving (with Examples!)
Email marketing is an important tool for nonprofits to engage with their supporters and encourage donations. In this post, we will provide practical tips and examples for crafting an effective email promoting planned giving, helping your organization to leave a lasting legacy.
10 Tips for Nonprofit Email Marketing on a Shoestring Budget
For nonprofits, email marketing is a powerful tool for creating awareness and increasing donations. However, with limited resources and tight budgets, it can be a challenge to create and execute a successful email campaign. In this article, we provide 10 tips to help nonprofits conduct effective email marketing on a shoestring budget, from personalization and social proof to email segmentation and A/B testing.
10 Tips for Building Nonprofit Email Lists and Growing Your Donor Base
Email marketing is one of the most effective ways for nonprofit organizations to connect with their audience, promote their mission, and raise funds. Building a strong email list is essential for nonprofits looking to expand their reach and impact, but it can be challenging to know where to start.
Most Recent Podcasts
Episode 37 – 5 Great Year-End Fundraising Campaigns
The holidays are on their way, and it's time to start thinking about the year end fundraising. Whether you want to increase your donations, get new donors involved or create some buzz around your organization with a campaign that will last until the end of the year, there are plenty of ideas that will work for you. Here are five great ones!
Episode 36 – 10 Tips for Successful Year End Fundraising
For many nonprofits, year end fundraising is crucial for success. As a fundraiser, this can also be a stressful time of year. In this episode, we explore ten tips to making your year end fundraising a success! Learn everything from planning to follow up.
Episode 35 – How Do We Communicate with Major Donors in a Time of Crisis?
As we work through this time of crisis, it's vital to be in constant communication with major and mid-level donors. But what do you communicate? Do you ask for money? How to build relationship?
Episode 34 – How Do We Use an Email Welcome Series to Reduce Donor Attrition?
In this episode of Nonprofit Answers, you will learn a four part email series that will help retain more donors and get that second gift.
Episode 33 – How Will the Election Season Impact Nonprofits?
The election season is upon us in the US. How will this impact fundraising? Explore how the election will impact your nonprofit and what you can do about it.
Episode 32 – Should We Move All of Our Communications to Digital?
Learn about which communications make sense for digital and how other channels still have a place in your communications plan in this episode of the Nonprofit Answers podcast.
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