NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 10, 2023

Written by: Michael Ash, Ma, CNP, PCM, PMP Reading Time: 5 minutes In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, nonprofit organizations face unprecedented challenges, from transitioning to remote work models to addressing economic hardships, new challenges in fundraising, and community struggles.

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Ann Green

MARCH 14, 2023

Donor retention continues to be a problem for nonprofit organizations. Many organizations spend a lot of time and energy on acquiring donors, concentrating more on volume, and don’t seem to be concerned that they’re churning through different donors year after year. Monthly donors have a much higher retention rate.

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Ann Green

JANUARY 26, 2022

If your organization doesn’t have a monthly/recurring giving program or it’s fairly small, now is a great time to start or grow your monthly giving. In this post, I’ll tell you why monthly giving is important for your nonprofit, how to start or grow your program, and how to nurture it going forward. It raises your retention rate, too.

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Ann Green

MARCH 23, 2022

Here are a few Casablanca quotes that can apply to nonprofit organizations. One of the most important words in nonprofit communication is you. There are a plethora of nonprofit organizations out there that your donors can choose from, but they chose yours. Nonprofits also have a passion for their work.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 24, 2023

Text-to-donate, also known as text-to-give, has risen in popularity among nonprofits—and for good reason. With the right text messaging provider, you can streamline the entire setup and execution process, giving your nonprofit more time to advance its mission and build strong donor relationships.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

The motivation that gets someone to take the first step to support an organization (donating or volunteering) is quite different from their motivation to continue to be engaged. We do not need any further proof of this than the lousy retention rates that nonprofit organizations suffer year after year.

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Ann Green

JANUARY 21, 2016

Now that you’ve sent your year-end appeal, take a look at your retention rate to see how well you did. A Guide to Donor Retention Poor retention rates are a chronic problem for nonprofit organizations, but it’s something you can fix. Reach out to your lapsed donors. How did you do? We can do better.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

JUNE 17, 2024

Although nonprofit jobs comprise about 10% of the American workforce, nonprofits are experiencing a workforce crisis. So how can nonprofits compete for top talent? Your nonprofit should emphasize the opportunity potential employees have to create impact in available roles. Sulzer, Inc.

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Ann Green

JANUARY 10, 2022

I’m sure your nonprofit continues to face challenges, but since the pandemic started many organizations were able to confront these challenges and make changes to the way they ran their programs and implemented their fundraising and communications. Nonprofit Development Plan | 3 Helpful Tips. A Guide to Donor Retention.

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Blue Avocado

APRIL 20, 2021

Originally enacted as part of the CARES Act in March 2020, and subsequently voted into law last December, the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) may now be claimed by eligible employers—and that includes tax-exempt nonprofit organizations—that previously received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Yet, nonprofit organizations fail to recognize that and send everyone the same messages. I often receive generic, one-size-fits-all communication from organizations that don’t acknowledge I’m a longtime donor or recognize that I’m a monthly donor. The retention rate for first-time donors is terrible.

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Top Nonprofits

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Picture this: You’re a mid-size nonprofit with a tight budget. You’re doing your best to engage your employees and compensate them for the value they bring to your organization, but many leave after working with you for only a short amount of time. FAQ #3: How do I know if my organization needs compensation consulting services?

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 5, 2024

In the diverse tapestry of nonprofit organizations, one challenge that often arises is the generational and knowledge divide among employees. With multi-generational staff and varying levels of experience, nonprofits must navigate these divides to foster collaboration, innovation, and shared success.

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Ann Green

JANUARY 4, 2024

I also hope 2023 was a successful year for your nonprofit organization. If you’re a small organization, you may not have much luck pulling off a huge gala. Make sure that donor relations and donor retention are part of your fundraising plan. Donor retention should be a priority. Happy New Year!

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Yet, nonprofit organizations fail to recognize that and send everyone the same letter. I often receive generic, one-size-fits-all communication from organizations that don’t acknowledge I’m a longtime donor or recognize that I’m a monthly donor. The retention rate for first-time donors is horrible.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JULY 2, 2024

Established nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing social issues, driving positive change, and enriching communities. However, even organizations with a long history of impact must continue to evolve, adapt, and innovate to remain effective and relevant in a rapidly changing world. Not sure where to even start?

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The Agitator

OCTOBER 10, 2013

There’s little doubt in my mind that, when it comes to ‘retention’, the powers-that-be in most organizations will view any serious efforts to improve donor loyalty and commitment (retention) as disruptive. All organisms contain antibodies — cells in their immune systems that identify, attack and neutralize foreign objects.

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Ann Green

JUNE 30, 2022

Many nonprofits raise the most money from individual giving. Monthly giving is doable for all sizes of nonprofit organizations, even small ones. It’s a great way to raise more money, as well as your donor retention rate. Retention rates for monthly donors are 90%, much better than other retention rates.

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Nonprofit Marketing Guide

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

We just received a keyword research report from the company who is helping us redesign our website and one of the search terms for our industry that stood out to me was “I hate working for a nonprofit.” It’s just a statement: I hate working for a nonprofit. ” It’s not even a search really. Be upfront.

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Ann Green

JANUARY 5, 2023

I’m sure your nonprofit continues to face challenges, but since the pandemic started many organizations were able to confront these challenges and make changes to the way they ran their programs and implemented their fundraising and communications. Make sure that donor relations and donor retention are part of your fundraising plan.

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Affnetz

APRIL 23, 2024

Nonprofit Donor Management Software | Top 10 Premium Solutions / By Bala Guntipalli Introduction: Buying nonprofit donor management software can be tough, but this blog helps you understand the criteria and sort through the top players in the market.

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Ann Green

MARCH 3, 2020

What nonprofit organizations should be saying is, “We’re lucky to have our donors.” Donor retention continues to be poor for first-time donors. 10 Donor Recognition Ideas for Nonprofits. And this includes all donors, even ones who give smaller gifts. Smaller gift donors often have the potential to give more.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

A Guide to Donor Retention. What is Donor Retention? If you’re a fundraiser or nonprofit development professional, you’ve likely heard the term “donor retention.” ” It’s one of the hottest topics of discussion in the nonprofit sector. But what is donor retention?

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Ann Green

JULY 2, 2024

Many nonprofits raise the most money from individual giving. Summer is usually a less busy time for nonprofits. Start or enhance your monthly giving program Monthly giving is doable for all sizes of nonprofit organizations, even small ones. It’s a great way to raise more money, as well as your donor retention rate.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

By creating donor retention strategies for retaining your past fundraisers and donors. For instance, if your nonprofit can retain just fifty percent of the donors from last year and they give the same amount this year, you’ll raise fifty percent of last year’s goal without recruiting any new donors. Luckily, you can change course.

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The Volunteer Hub

MARCH 7, 2022

With the value of a volunteer hour approaching $29 in 2022, now is the time to focus on retention and better utilize your existing volunteer contacts. It’s no secret that a dedicated group of volunteers is an important cornerstone of many nonprofit organization. The post Volunteer Retention: What Makes them Stay?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

The public counts on nonprofit organizations to champion important issues and bring about positive change. But a nonprofit organization’s yearly financial budget isn’t always enough for its goals. And because GoFundMe has a 0% platform fee , your organization will be able to keep more of the funds raised.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Yet, many nonprofit organizations fail to recognize that and send everyone the same messages. I often receive generic, one-size-fits-all communication from organizations that don’t acknowledge I’m a longtime donor or recognize that I’m a monthly donor. The retention rate for first-time donors is terrible.

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Ann Green

AUGUST 25, 2021

As summer wanes and we move toward fall, many nonprofit organizations are entering the busiest time of the year as they launch their year-end fundraising campaigns. I’m sure your nonprofit organization is still dealing with many challenges. Focus on retention. A Guide to Donor Retention. Don’t ignore them.

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Ann Green

MAY 6, 2021

Your nonprofit organization may have cut some expenses over the past year. When times are tough, some organizations, especially small ones with limited resources, veer towards trimming with the mindset “we can’t afford this.”. Nonprofit Software. But some organizations were never or rarely using it before the pandemic.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The ERC program has been amended several times and has officially concluded, but eligible nonprofit organizations are still eligible to file and benefit from this tax credit. The post Blue Avocado Presents: Does Your Nonprofit Qualify for the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)?

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 25, 2024

At the Nonprofit Leadership Center, we’re on a mission to develop and connect nonprofit leaders to strengthen organizations and our communities. However, recent research from the Florida Nonprofit Alliance and National Council of Nonprofits shows that our sector is experiencing a workforce shortage crisis.

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Ann Green

MAY 22, 2015

All nonprofits want to succeed and grow. You want more donors and more people to find out about your organization. Make retention and relationship building part of your fundraising plan. Most nonprofit organizations rely on fundraising for the bulk of their revenue. Give donors the personal touch.

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NonProfit Leadership Center

MARCH 8, 2023

And as the world continues to change, the Nonprofit Leadership Center does, too — always striving to be agile and responsive to the needs of our nonprofit community. The Nonprofit Leadership Center saw more people attend our professional development events and learning experiences than before the pandemic.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 22, 2019

I get appeals from nonprofit organizations I don’t already support and many of these are generic and impersonal. But what’s even more annoying is receiving generic appeals from organizations I do support. One of the biggest hurdles nonprofits face is ensuring first-time donors give a second time. This is annoying.

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The Charity CFO

MAY 22, 2024

Key Performance Indicators, or KPIs, are an essential part of any successful nonprofit. Choosing KPIs for your nonprofit doesn’t have to be complicated. Keep reading to learn more about some of the most common KPIs for nonprofit organizations and why you might want to use them.

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Donorbox Nonprofit

MARCH 6, 2024

Typically, only 40 of every 100 donors will give to your nonprofit again next year. A 40% retention rate is not sustainable for many nonprofit organizations, but what can you do about it? There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for new donor retention.

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