The Agitator

SEPTEMBER 26, 2012

Our August post on Catch & Release Fishing focused — yet again — on the burning need to get serious about retention. Acquisition is just one part of a complex financial construct that enables charities most efficiently to raise the money they need. And they could get very much better at retention. But it isn’t.

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Non-Profits Retention Construction Recruitment 77

Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Encourage open discussions, constructive feedback, shared decision-making, and collective celebrations to build strong relationships and mutual trust. High retention rates indicate that your recruitment process is effective at identifying individuals committed to serving on the board long-term. Foster a collaborative culture.

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Recruitment Race and Ethnicity Collaborations Retention 105

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

OCTOBER 10, 2020

Meeting deadlines is crucial if you are to succeed as a freelancer and for client retention. Most freelancers take breaks and log into social media, and find they have whiled the day away doing nothing constructive. The freedom of not having a boss breathing down your neck as a freelancer tends to throw most freelancers into confusion.

Nonprofit governance and management 98

Nonprofit governance and management Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Construction 98

Nonprofit Marketing Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Think about the difference between a handmade construction paper Valentine vs. a preprinted stack of cards. 6 Keys to Donor Retention. Your donor appreciation efforts don’t have to be expensive or flashy, but they need to be genuine. This means connecting with your donors on a personal level. Which one feels more sincere?

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Construction Retention Communication Fundraising 67

Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

That’s because all nonprofits have similar goals, including connecting with more donors, boosting their donor retention rates, and developing strategic, sustainable partnerships with other organizations. Donor stewardship helps you boost your donor retention rate , helping you earn much more over time. Major gifts. Average gift size.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

If staff interact more with AI tools than with one another to complete tasks, it reduces the well-documented benefits of informal conversations of building an effective workplace culture, onboarding new staff, and improving staff retention. Putting humans first There is an alternative approach: a human-first AI adoption strategy.

Production 98

Production Construction Psychology Technology 98

NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 9, 2018

That way, you can gain constructive criticism and learn how your organization can improve. Even the small stuff can make a big difference with donor retention. Between asks, it’s always a good idea to encourage your donors to participate in a feedback survey. Zoho Survey. AllCounted. SurveyHero.

Construction 66

Construction Retention Communication Fundraising 66

Fundraising Coach

MARCH 29, 2013

So tell them you have something to show them (an annual report, blueprints of construction, a video thank you from families helped). If you really need to meet with them, then this phone call is 100% about setting up the appointment. They’ll let you know if it’s not a good time.

Construction 97

Construction Recruitment Management Fundraising 97

The Agitator

AUGUST 30, 2010

It just means slowing down enough to confirm the testing construct and agree on what shall be tested. Tags: Don't Miss these Posts database marketing direct marketing donor retention fundraising loyalty marketing metrics nonprofit management nonprofits online fundraising.

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Marketing Marketing Construction Retention 60

The Agitator

MAY 8, 2011

What are the improvements in average gift and retention rates that show up in the direct mail or online channel? Under Construction” — Technically and Creatively. How many missionaries or recruiters do you win when your organization is always in your supporters’ pockets and purses?

Non-Profits 79

Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Construction 79

Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

Craft personalized thank-you messages and updates to strengthen relationships with donors and enhance donor retention. The capital reserve stays in place after construction and is restricted to building maintenance. Retention has always been a challenge for nonprofits, especially when it comes to top fundraising talent.

Fundraising 98

Fundraising Fundraising Finance Public and Nonprofit Management 98

The Agitator

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

This feedback will be combined with a creative and carefully constructed, even tailor-made, thank-you policy that constantly reminds donors of what a great thing they are doing from their point of view. Tags: You Deserve a Raise charities direct mail donor retention fundraising nonprofit management nonprofits.

Fundraising 63

Fundraising Fundraising Construction Nonprofits 63

Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 8, 2024

It’s well-known in the nonprofit world that the second gift, sometimes even referred to as “the golden gift,” is when donor retention rates start to rise. Fundraising Letter’s guide to volunteer appreciation points out that many donor retention strategies also apply to volunteer retention.

Retention 59

Retention Construction Energy Communication 59

NonProfit Hub

JUNE 13, 2019

Each of these will help to create constructive conversations in the future to lead towards campaign discussions, while showing that you value their interest in your cause. Nod along and make eye contact when they’re talking. Ask clarifying follow-up questions and remember specific details of the conversation to bring up later.

Construction 70

Construction Values Foundations Activism 70

The Agitator

FEBRUARY 14, 2010

Lots of very constructive responses to our question of last week: Are Annual Reports Dinosaurs? Tags: Don't Miss these Posts accountability branding charities communications donor retention fundraising loyalty major donors nonprofit management nonprofits transparency. And it looks like we have a hung jury!

Public and Nonprofit Management 66

Public and Nonprofit Management Communication Construction Management 66

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

APRIL 30, 2022

The aforementioned aspects are critical in developing a logo that not only serves to construct your brand’s brand style but also assists you in running a successful business. A well-designed logo may increase income (indirectly), boost customer retention, and help people to trust you as a respectable company.

Production 69

Production Construction Psychology Associations 69

NonProfit Hub

JULY 27, 2018

While it may be a lost cause with this specific person, their advice and constructive criticism could make a difference in your future asks. Before you go, you may also want to politely ask the prospect if there’s anything you could have done differently that would have changed their mind. Stay positive.

Construction 59

Construction Nonprofits Retention 59

MNA Association

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Is the feedback constructive, and does it lead to personal and professional growth? Employee Engagement and Retention : Are our employees engaged and committed to our mission? Performance Management : How are our employees’ performances evaluated ? Are they burned out and in need of support?

Non-Profits 52

Non-Profits Recruitment Construction Nonprofits 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

JUNE 3, 2023

Behavioral targeting constructs an end-to-end user journey and a pipeline to bring initial exposure to a desired product or service, where an interested viewer is likely to click through. Brands utilize behavioral targeting in this fashion to align with their desired clients’ browsing and purchasing habits.

Advertising 52

Advertising Construction Finance Production 52

Nonprofit Marketing Insights by GlobalOwls

MAY 5, 2024

Another important statistic reveals that effective onboarding increases employee productivity and retention by 60% and 52% , respectively. You can take this feedback constructively and refine the content accordingly. Surveys also prove helpful in evaluating clarity and identifying areas for improvement. Let’s get started!

Production 52

Production Construction Poverty Values 52

GiveGab

AUGUST 3, 2022

For example, you might create more kid-friendly events based on your percentage of supporters with children or boost volunteer retention by incorporating more disability accommodations into your program. By contrast, a well-constructed, convenient waiver will definitely make a positive impression.

Food 52

Food Children Activism Construction 52

The Agitator

MARCH 27, 2018

Not the politics of the NRA – the construction of identity. And, if they are donating to one of your news stories, you also know the types of content and interactions they are more likely to react to in the future. And, once someone has donated, there’s still value in providing media to them. Look at the case study of the NRA.

Law 40

Law Construction Medical Energy 40

NonProfit Quarterly

MAY 17, 2023

But compared to renewable energy, little is being invested in the industries—like advanced wood products , biomass power (with environmental justice safeguards), or rural housing construction—needed to drive climate-friendly economic investment in the rural West. This funding primarily consists of $1.8

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Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Environmental 118

NonProfit Quarterly

MARCH 29, 2023

As such, businesses can play a major role in responding constructively to the US’ increasing mental health challenges. According to Murthy, “when the mental health of workers suffers, so does workplace productivity, creativity, and retention.” The demand for such shifts is obvious.

Health 122

Health Culture Non-Profits Psychology 122

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 2, 2024

Reality 2: Commitments for this work were likely more performative than constructive. However, it does evince a willingness for opponents of race-conscious practices to begin moving the needle in other contexts when it comes to DEI workplace initiatives, including hiring and retention.

Universities 52

Universities Law Foundations Nonprofits 52

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

These businesses, which span the state, include bakeries, construction companies, landscaping businesses, design firms, and companies in many other sectors. The state is already home to more than 100 worker-owned cooperatives and over 750 companies with employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

Public and Social Policy 142

Public and Social Policy Law Poverty Healthcare 142

NonProfit Quarterly

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If we value experience, emotional maturity, and diversity, we must get serious about staff retention—developing the systems, practices, and culture that create workplaces where people stay and thrive long term. Postmodern philosophies have broad value in helping us perceive and challenge grand narratives and socially constructed hierarchies.

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