Storytelling is part of our evolution. Taking the reader on a journey, so they can be part of a person’s struggle and happy ending, can work wonders for non-profits!
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The Science Behind Good Storytelling
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3586 days ago
Clever Tactics for Gaining Monthly Donors
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3590 days ago
The true value of monthly donors is undisputed. Securing just 30 monthly donors at $20 per month may generate only a monthly revenue stream of $600, but over the next 12 months their contributions will add up to $7,200. And time, effort and expenses are saved because there is no need to keep sendin
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What You Don’t Want to Miss in Your Communications Strategy
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3595 days ago
Today, we live in a world filled with marketing clutter. In the 1970s, marketing professionals said we were exposed to approximately 500 ads per day. Those experts say that today we are seeing at least 5,000 ads per day, a ten-fold increase. Marketers are constantly working to break through the noi
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A Brilliant Holiday Fundraising Letter that Generated 875% ROI
Posted by sumac under MarketingFrom http://sumac.com 3644 days ago
This holiday appeal was created by The Good Neighbour’s Club and the results were amazing! We hope it will inspire you to think outside the box this year.
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Tips for Creating a Great Non-profit Website
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3656 days ago
While social media and apps are great, don’t forget about your website! Recently, Nancy Schwartz wrote about how your non-profit’s killer app is actually your website. Here are some tips to make sure your website is working for you...
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6 Email Marketing Tips for the Holidays
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3658 days ago
For many nonprofits, the holidays are when they receive the bulk of their donations for the year, and email marketing is one of the main drivers of giving. So, to help you excel at fundraising this holiday season, here are some tips for email marketing:
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Non-profit Strategic Partnership: the Sharing Economy
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3673 days ago
When planning media campaigns, fundraising events and volunteer initiatives, you should consider tapping into the power of the “sharing economy” through your strategic partnerships.
The sharing economy partners unexpected entities based on needs and surplus. Shared values and communities are tra Read More
The sharing economy partners unexpected entities based on needs and surplus. Shared values and communities are tra Read More
Survey Says Most Non-profits Don’t Know Their Donors
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3677 days ago
I recently read that most charities really don’t know much about their donors. Many are guilty of a very serious blunder: they only talk to their donors when they need money. They treat donors like ATM machines.
Imagine if the only time you spoke to your neighbour was when you needed to borrow s Read More
Imagine if the only time you spoke to your neighbour was when you needed to borrow s Read More
Toronto Summer Music Receives Award for Excellence in Fundraising, Credits Sumac With Helping
Posted by sumac under ManagementFrom http://sumac.com 3681 days ago
In less than 4 years, TSM's donation program grew 240%, cumulatively raising $190,000! They credit their success to their implementation of Sumac Fundraising Software.
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Learn how to better plan, promote, and follow-up on peer-to-peer events to make them more successful.
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