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One Thank You at a Time

It’s only two words, two syllables, and takes less than a second to say, but it comes with a deeper meaning and heartfelt expression of gratitude. It doesn’t take much to say it, but the value it brings is worth so much more.

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Not "Either/Or" but "Both/And"

Like SAFE, you probably have your own collection of stories to tell. As SAFE has shown, their ability to have each donor engagement lead directly...

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Modernize Donor Giving Experiences to Increase Conversion Rates

The future of giving is a world where online donation is easy. If your storefront is old and run-down, it may be repelling the very donors you want...

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The Future of Giving Starts with iDonate

The future of giving starts with iDonate’s Connected Giving platform.

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Brand Consistency

When a brand is consistent in how it looks; the message it conveys; how it makes people feel; and what it delivers day in and day out; people know...

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Make the Most of Corporate Matching Gifts

iDonate utilizes the great work of Double the Donation for the corporate matching gifts option on our giving forms. Their technology allows your...

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What Does Being Donor Centric Mean? How to Maximize Online Donations

Donor centricity is the principle that is first in line for building a Connected Giving experience. Your end goal is to increase online donations....

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Be Intentional With Your Audience For Better Retention

In recent years, technology — and more specifically, the internet — has helped savvy online businesses make money from low-demand items. One of the...

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Best Ways to Increase Donor Advocacy for Ukraine

As we have seen recently, the need for worldwide communication and aid is at an all-time high. The tragic events we are seeing in Ukraine has spurred...

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6 Corporate Matching Gift Stats to Know + Their Impact on Fundraising

Growing your nonprofit’s funds is a vital component of running a successful, sustainable, and impactful organization. But what if we told you that...

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Types of Grants for Nonprofits: Which One Is Right for You

If you’re thinking about applying for a grant for your nonprofit, learning about which type of grant is the right one is a big step.

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Grants for Nonprofits: What Are They and How to Get One

The demand for funding resources will continue to grow the larger your nonprofit gets. As it does, finding additional streams of funding beyond your...

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Common Thread: A Legacy of Service

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Common Thread: A Legacy of Service

Welcome to another edition of Connected Giving. We love showcasing the incredible work of our customers and we’re excited about the response this...

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Financial Sustainability: How To Keep Your Funds Growing

For any business or individual that gets into investments, one piece of advice is to diversify your funds.

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Why You Should Accept Noncash Donations

If you haven’t dipped your organization’s toes into the noncash waters, or if you’re already promoting noncash donations but you’re bone dry when it...

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Year-End Fundraising is Done — Now What?

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Year-End Fundraising is Done — Now What?

The preparation and execution of year-end fundraising efforts can be exhausting. Direct mail, email, social media campaigns, events, etc. — each...

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Do Finance Right

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Do Finance Right

Beyond your mission statement and the events you hold in your community, finance is the hidden part of every nonprofit. It’s the component that not...

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The Power of a Story

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The Power of a Story

Sometimes all it takes is a simple message. Hearing stories of a nonprofit’s success is a key step in the process of moving a potential donor to an...

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Start with the donor, not the database.

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Start With the Donor, Not the Database

The future of giving starts with connecting your fundraising strategies where it matters most—within the systems that are donor-facing.

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Clear & Proactive

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Clear & Proactive

Connected Giving orgs are transparent about the good they’re doing and proactively answer questions before they are asked, engendering donor trust.

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The Secrets of Digital Leaders

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The Secrets of Digital Leaders

Phil Meyers has more than 40 years of experience in the tech sector creating, launching, and leading tech companies that introduced breakthrough...

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