The Nonprofit Podcast

Are you struggling to find new donors? Or ways to reach a new audience?

Spreading the word about your nonprofit isn't just a task—it's the heartbeat of your mission. Good digital marketing is key to letting people know what your cause is all about, great digital marketing consistently attracts new donors by leveraging tools, platforms, and tactics available to nonprofit fundraisers to maximum effect.

Today Jena dives into digital marketing for nonprofits with Chris Barlow, Founder and Director of Beeline, keeping it simple as they dip into deep marketing principles and the power of active listening to gain, and retain, new supporters.  

Discover how listening plays into developing a catalyzing digital marketing strategy, from search ads to emails, and how you can harness the immense impact of active listening and authentic messaging for your organization.


We have a wide range of resources to support your digital strategy development, including these e-book downloads from Beeline:

📚How to Use Digital Marketing to Find New Donors:

https://yourbeeline.com/finding-donors/ 

📚Ad Grants for Nonprofits:

https://yourbeeline.com/guide-to-ad-grants/ 

📚Corporate Partners Attraction Kit:

https://yourbeeline.com/attracting-corporate-partners/ 

The Nonprofit Blog has useful guides and resources to assist, including:

📑11 Proven Digital Fundraising Strategies & Best Practices for Nonprofits

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/digital-fundraising 

📑9 Must-Have Nonprofit Marketing Materials for 2024

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-marketing-materials 

📑40 Digital Marketing Terms Every Nonprofit Marketer Should Know

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/40-digital-marketing-terms-every-nonprofit-marketer-should-know 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

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The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: htt

Elevate Donor Retention with Experiential Fundraising

Ready to dive deep into experiential fundraising and its potential for redefining donor engagement and retention? Join Jena and Donorbox Fundraising Strategist, Brittan Stockert, to unpack the transformative power of creating memorable donor experiences. 

We explore the growing shift from traditional to experiential fundraising, understanding the changing donor landscape, and why making fundraising interesting is more crucial than ever. Learn how experiential fundraising builds authentic connections, transcends transactional interactions, and crafts experiences that resonate deeply with donors, ensuring their lasting loyalty.  Brittan shares insightful case studies, and explores how technology like Text-to-Give and Fundraising Goal-Meters can amplify your fundraising efforts. 

Whether you're grappling with declining donor engagement or looking for innovative ways to elevate your fundraising strategy, this episode is your guide to harnessing the power of experiential fundraising for enhanced donor retention and greater impact.


Don’t forget to access these resources to help you on your journey to change, including the excellent Nonprofit Blog with a variety of expert articles.  You can find this week’s inspirational (and practical) blog, and so much more, here:

📑Experiential Fundraising: What It Is & How to Use It

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/experiential-fundraising 

📑Donor Experience Brainstorming Worksheet

https://library.donorbox.org/donor-experience-brainstorming-worksheet/  

Plus we have a webinar to talk you through the full process of integrating experiential fundraising into your strategy, you can catch up with the recording on the Donorbox YouTube channel here:

🕸️Turn Donor Interactions to Impact with Experiential Fundraising: The Future of Nonprofit Fundraising (youtube.com) 

The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

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The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Looking to recruit inspired, game-changing staff, volunteers, or board members for your nonprofit? 

Dive into our latest episode where we explore the essence of true changemakers. Discover how to identify the transformative changes needed within your organization and learn the art of seeking out the right blend of skills and qualities that make a nonprofit professional truly stand out.

In this episode, Jena breaks down the traits that set these individuals apart and guides you through building an environment that not only attracts but also nurtures these pivotal players. From your existing team to new volunteers and the broader community, learn how to spot potential changemakers and empower them to catalyze growth and deliver meaningful impact in the community you're passionate about, including:

• Understanding the need for change in your nonprofit team
• Identifying key skills and qualities in potential changemakers
• Practical strategies for recruitment and fostering a supportive culture

Join us in redefining what it means to drive change and make a lasting difference.   Tune in, get inspired, and start transforming your team today! 

Don’t forget to access these resources to help you on your journey to change, including the excellent Nonprofit Blog with a variety of expert articles.  You can find this week’s inspirational (and practical) blog, and so much more, here:

📑How to Attract Changemakers to Your Nonprofit

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-changemakers 

📑Capacity Building – The Ultimate Guide for Nonprofit Growth

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/capacity-building 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Facing a nonprofit storytelling content dilemma? 

Sharing powerful stories to illustrate mission impact can present tricky ethical decision-making for nonprofits.  In this episode, we dive into finding the delicate balance between impact and integrity that allows us to tell stories that uplift rather than exploit while inspiring action from donors.

Join Cara and Carly Euler, Marketing Manager at Memory Fox, for 20 minutes of sound, easy-to-implement advice and best practice using the science of storytelling to ensure ethical, inclusive, and respectful storytelling is central to your organization. 

Producing ethical nonprofit stories is all about connecting with your community and building on the trust relationship you have created with them.  By leveraging the science of storytelling, you can transform your impact narrative while maintaining integrity and respect for the people you serve,  empowering their voices through inclusivity.  Prioritizing ethical storytelling safeguards your organization’s reputation and shows you care about making a positive impact. It’s not just about the community—it’s about your organization’s integrity. 

We have a wide range of resources to support you in your ethical storytelling journey.  Memory Fox has recently released a report that digs deep into how to promote equity and inclusion through storytelling, you can download it here:

🔖2023 Ethical Storytelling Report: https://www.memoryfox.io/ethical-storytelling/ 

💻Or catch up with their “Narratives With Integrity Series” December 2023 panel discussion here: https://www.memoryfox.io/ethical-storytelling-panel/ 
Don’t forget to sign up for the next panel discussion on March 13, 2024.

The Nonprofit Blog also has 2 excellent resources to assist:

📑The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling (30+ Tips)

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-storytelling-guide  

📑How Storytelling Increases Trust in Your Nonprofit

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-storytelling  

Plus you can access 3 Donorbox webinars featuring nonprofit storytelling to help build a strong, ethical foundation for your organization’s  program:

💻Donorbox Webinar 'Story Telling' to Build Your Nonprofit's Charisma and Impact | Donorbox 

Webinar  

💻Ask Us Anything  Ask Us Anything: Do Stories Really Raise More Year-End Funds?  

💻6 Types of Stories Nonprofits Should be Telling on Social Media | Donorbox Webinar

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2X8zfOixgg&list=PLKmtT4hz3Ih5tfxyDUW0jnpOfLPOStBpq&index=47   

Celebrating 100 Episodes of Actionable Nonprofit Learning!

🙌 Dive into our podcast journey as we celebrate a major milestone - 100 episodes of our top nonprofit inspiration, knowledge, tools, tips, and tactics! 🎉✨

Join the party as we unravel the treasure trove of nonprofit wisdom gained over 100 info-packed episodes. From life lessons to expert techniques for maximizing fundraising impact, we're sharing the top learnings that have shaped our podcasting journey with you - our community.  

To our incredible listeners, thank you for being our constant companions on this remarkable learning journey. Your support has been the heartbeat of our 100 episodes, and we couldn't have done it without you.

Hit play for a celebration filled with gratitude, insights, and a sprinkle of inspiration to get you behind the mic to share your organization’s unique experiences with your supporters.  Share in the magic as we commemorate this milestone achievement together! 🥳✨ 

You can find every episode on your preferred podcast platform, but don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

If you are considering taking a podcasting coaching course we recommend Podcast Performance Coach Tim Wohlberg, you can find him and his very useful 5-minute podcast here: 

💻https://podcastperformancecoach.com/ 

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com    

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO     

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Worried your leadership strategy may score an own goal?  

With these top 3 goal-setting tips and a range of practical advice on implementing them from Higol founder and CEO Teri Beckman, you can ensure your nonprofit is on track for serial, and serious, success in 2024.

From goal-setting best practices on when to start, collaborate, and - critically - communicate with your staff, board, and partners, Teri talks us through building enhanced capacity with confidence to execute effectively. 

So, if greater accountability, transparency plus higher donor satisfaction and retention are on your 2024 To-Do list, tune in to Cara and Teri, and start setting the right goals to drive increased impact for your organization today.

Teri also shares a variety of resources that can be found here, to guide you through the Higol goal-setting exercises she shares:

• Planning Framework
• Guidance to use the Planning Framework
• Sample Agenda for Planning Framework Meeting
• 12 Week Year by Jim Moran
• Case Study - Rewriting the Rules:How Nonprofit CEOs can achieve extraordinary community involvement and impact supported by outstanding fundraising results.
• CEO Retreat in March

Head over to Higol to find out more about how Teri and her team can assist your nonprofit here: 

• https://higol.co/ 

Plus, we have a worksheet to help you get started available for download in the Donorbox Library, just follow the link here:
📄SMART Goal Setting Worksheet - Donorbox Library 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Are you concerned about your 2024 fundraising events strategy? Or how to keep your nonprofit messaging genuine and relevant in the era of AI? Do you worry about losing donors who might prefer different ways of giving? Take a breath and tune in! 

In this episode, we discuss 2024’s top 5 fundraising trends, from how AI can help (or hurt) your nonprofit marketing and what payment methods your donors will want, to the secret sauce that makes successful nonprofits stand out.  Jena and Lindsey delve into the top 5 fundraising trends for what looks to be a challenging year.  So buckle up for a thought-provoking conversation packed with actionable strategies to propel your nonprofit fundraising efforts to new heights!

Plus we have a bonanza of resources to help you, including the excellent Nonprofit Blog with a variety of excellent articles to keep you on track for success.  You can find this week’s lead article, and so much more, here:

📑Top 5 Fundraising Trends to Expect in 2024

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/fundraising-trends-2024 

📑AI for Nonprofits: How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Good

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/ai-for-nonprofits 

📑ChatGPT for Nonprofits: Maximizing Impact with the Power of AI

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/chatgpt-for-nonprofits 

📑 The Ultimate Guide to Accepting Crypto Donations

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/crypto-donations-101 

📑Donorbox & The Giving Block: Accept Crypto and Stock Donations with a Seamless 

Integration 

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/donorbox-the-giving-block-integration 

📑How to Accept Stock Donations | The Donorbox Guide

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/accept-stock-donations 

Don’t forget the great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tactics, available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download to never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Looking for simple steps to achieve your nonprofit goals and make a lasting impact?

Get ready to level up your mission management as we unravel the secrets of nonprofit management with Chris Lambert, CEO of Life Remodeled and author of "Next Level Nonprofit." 

Join Chris and Cara to unpack successful, engaged nonprofit leadership, emphasizing the importance of creating a shared vision and building trust within the organization.  Chris seamlessly blends business principles with the unique challenges of the nonprofit sector, providing a fresh perspective on effective organizational leadership.

Work through the transformative power of creating a shared vision, using actionable insights on aligning your team with a common purpose, fostering collaboration, and driving your mission forward with clarity and conviction to leave a lasting impact.

You can find out more about Chris’ journey with Life Remodeled, the growth of Next Level Nonprofit, and order a copy of his outcome changing book here: https://www.nlncoaching.org/ 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Join Jena as she explores the strategic facets of nonprofit tax receipts! She delves deep into positioning them not merely as a legal obligation but, more importantly, as a potent tool recognizing their value in fostering donor loyalty.

Refine your nonprofit strategy by fully leveraging the potential of seamless tax receipts. Jena provides insights into meeting legal standards and fundamental requirements for tax receipts, ensuring compliance in your nonprofit's documentation. Jena’s tips include maintaining accuracy with legal obligations while keeping the process simple, seamless, and strategic leaving donors smiling and primed to give again.

Plus, The Nonprofit Blog has an excellent in-depth step-by-step resource to keep you on track.  You can find this and so much more here:
📑https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/send-year-end-tax-receipts-donors 

And for more detail be sure to check out this blog:

📑https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/charitable-donation-tax-forms 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Nonprofit burnout!! 😩  

Feeling the burn after a whirlwind Giving Season? You're not alone! 

Burnout is a common problem for nonprofit leaders and workers, especially at the end of the year. But you can beat it with some simple and effective steps. In this episode of The Nonprofit Podcast, Cara will show you how to recognize the signs of burnout, take charge of your well-being, and learn practical strategies to cope and thrive.

Plus, The Nonprofit Blog has an excellent in-depth article to help you understand why burnout happens, and provides ideas to manage it effectively:

📑Nonprofit Burnout: How to Recognize And Manage It 

        https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-burnout 

⚠️🗓️The Nonprofit Podcast is taking a break, returning on Thursday, January 11, 2024, so mark your calendars! 🗓️ 

We're enormously grateful for your unwavering support this year. Thank you for choosing us each week, we look forward to another year of fundraising together. Until next year, stay inspired! 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode: 

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Nonprofit Thank You Letters For Donations Are Important!

Knowing your loyal donors are there to support your mission can take a lot of pressure off making a meaningful impact by meeting your fundraising goals. But, you have to acknowledge your donors with sincere gratitude, and what better way than a well-crafted, personalized letter? 

A thank-you letter shows how your donor’s gift directly serves your mission and makes a difference in the lives of the people or causes you support. Join Cara to discover how to break your writer’s block, tap into your authentic passion for your cause, and inspire your donors to give, again and again.

We have a free Thank You Letter Template from our resource library that will ensure you hit the right ‘note’ from start to finish, download it today:

📄Write Impactful Thank Yous to Your Donors

https://library.donorbox.org/donor-thank-you-letters/ 

And of course, don’t forget our excellent Nonprofit Blog has comprehensive guides to set you up for fundraising success at any time of the year:

🧭How To Write A Thank-You Letter For Donations | A Nonprofit Guide:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/thank-you-letter-for-donations    

🧭20 “Thank You for Donation” Quotes to Convey Your Gratitude:

20 “Thank You for Donation” Quotes to Convey Your Gratitude (donorbox.org)    

 🧭Write the Perfect Thank-You after Meeting a Donor [+ Samples]:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/donor-meeting-thank-you    

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Year-end giving brings a surge in support for many nonprofits, but the real game-changer lies in strategically retaining these hard-won donors.

Join Cara and Jena for easily implemented pro tips on seamlessly transitioning first-time, seasonal donors into steadfast supporters for your cause.  From making them feel seen and heard - and appreciated - to educating them on your cause, impact, and future goals, we’ve excellent strategies to keep them engaged as you scale your organization in 2024.

In addition to Jena’s tips on stewardship, effective donor communication, and maximizing your Annual Report as a storytelling tool, we have a great Blog article on streamlining your year-end receipts to ease tax-return tensions:

🧾How To Send Year-End Tax Receipts to All Your Donors

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/send-year-end-tax-receipts-donors 

Plus more retention inspiration and guidance in our excellent Nonprofit Blog: 

🙏20 “Thank You for Donation” Quotes to Convey Your Gratitude

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/thank-you-for-donation-quotes?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep_76

🙏Donor Stewardship: Motivate Donors to Stay & Support

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/donor-stewardship?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep_76

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Dreading getting down to writing that Nonprofit Annual Report? Not sure how to get your donors engaged?  Struggling to share your nonprofit organization’s impact? 

Today Cara’s guest, Chad Barger, founder of Productive Fundraising, has answers that will help you achieve all of those tasks with less stress, and, in one powerful process!

Chad is passionate about the untapped potential of nonprofit annual reports, recognizing they are potent tools to inspire and retain supporters when used to their full potential.  Discover strategies for designing reports that donors genuinely want to read, and how to transform information into engaging content that resonates and inspires generosity.

To keep your Annual Reporting execution going for a great start to 2024, we are following up the podcast with a FREE webinar with Chad, digging deeper into the benefits and bottom line boosts a strong annual report delivers!  

Join us on Wednesday, December 13 at 1 pm ET, for an hour-long session, where Chad will demystify the process of crafting a nonprofit annual report including:

• The Evolution of Annual Reports - changes and timeless strategies that build a strong foundation.
• Real-Life Examples - discover what's working now and apply these insights to elevate your annual report.
• How to Craft Irresistible Reports - transform information into engaging content strategies for reports donors want to read.
• ‍Practical Templates - take home ready-to-use best practice templates and samples.

Register now to secure your seat: https://webinars.donorbox.org/w/nonprofit-annual-reports 

Don’t forget our excellent Nonprofit Blog has comprehensive guides to set you up for fundraising success at any time of the year:

🧭Step By Step Guide To Writing An Effective Nonprofit Annual Report:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/step-by-step-annual-report   

🧭Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Annual Report | Tips & Best Practices:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-annual-report-tips    

 🧭Donorbox Introduces Powerful & Time-Saving Donor Reporting Templates:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/donor-reporting-templates   

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

Didn’t plan in time, and missed out on Giving Tuesday?  Don’t panic, we’ve got you! 

With our top tips to optimize Giving Season fundraising, there's still time to make a big impact on your year-end goals.

With 31 days to go, Giving Season is packed with goodwill and seasonal generosity (accounting for about 20% of annual donations), and we have tips to make the most of every fundraising opportunity.

Cara and Jena tackle 6 tactics, tools, and strategies to get you started.  Beginning with a donation page audit checklist, digging into the ‘reach’ advantages of Crowdfunding and Peer-to-Peer campaigns, before setting out the timing and touchpoints that underpin all successful fundraising campaigns.  

We have a great big  bag of seasonal resources to support you through December, and into 2024, starting with our recommended past-podcast episodes:

📻Ep 80: Master Year-End Giving: Tips, Tactics, and Tools:https://www.buzzsprout.com/634618/episodes/13586546 

📻Ep 30: Make The Strategic Software Solution Decision This Giving Season

https://www.buzzsprout.com/634618/episodes/11313714 

Plus 4 helpful videos from our extensive library of fundraising tutorials, webinars, and ‘How To’ demos:

📺Set Up an Effective Crowdfunding Campaign for Giving Tuesday & Year-End Fundraisinghttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUGp6vySE2A&pp=ygUVZG9ub3Jib3ggY3Jvd2RmdW5kaW5n

📺All You Must Know About Nonprofit Crowdfunding

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCqHZqyP9tw&pp=ygUVZG9ub3Jib3ggY3Jvd2RmdW5kaW5n 

📺#1 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Platform for Nonprofits (Step-by-Step)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6xdNmCztqM&pp=ygUVZG9ub3Jib3ggcGVlci10by1wZWVy  

📺2023's Most Successful Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Ideas

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nny-f358lg&pp=ygUVZG9ub3Jib3ggcGVlci10by1wZWVy 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

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And of course, don’t forget our excellent Nonprofit Blog has comprehensive guides to set you up for fundraising success at any time of the year:

🧭Getting You Ready for Giving Season [With a 3-Step Roadmap]:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-season  

🧭6 Helpful Tips for Nonprofit Giving Season:

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/fundraising-season   

 🧭How to Write a Powerful Year-End Giving Letter (with Samples):

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/year-end-giving-letter

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃  In the spirit of the season, Cara is joined by 3 special guests from Global Sojourns Giving Circle, who put gratitude at the top of their list today, and every day!

We first met founder Priscilla Plummer and mentor Gloria Mubita just over a year ago, when we explored how the GSGC operating model aligned with their mission. They empower young women and girls in Southern Africa who lack access to education or emotional services by partnering with local mentors and changemakers. These dedicated mentors provide guidance, leadership training, health education, and academic support with the aim of breaking the cycle of poverty, driven by the vision: Everyone Deserves the Opportunity to Live a Life of Dignity!

Already making great inroads by 2022, the organization has flourished in the last year. Expanding services to include boys and young men has been culturally challenging, but mentor Nyika Muyambo’s successful strategy is evident in the boy’s clubs’ long wait lists. Together, Gloria and Nyika have stepped up their outreach game by starting a podcast, GSGC Talk Radio, which reaches a much wider audience. They ensure that as many young people and mentors as possible benefit from the support the clubs have to offer. You can listen to them here:  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gsgivingcircle 

Find out more and support them here: https://www.gsgivingcircle.org/ 

To see the impact this remarkable organization has made in the communities it works with, follow the link to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XQkZ_gEa3Y&pp=ygUNZG9ub3Jib2MgZ3NnYw%3D%3D 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

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The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Do you want to make the most of your year-end email campaign and boost your fundraising results?

Email campaigns are a key element of successful year-end appeals.  So why aren’t they working for you?  Join Cara and Kara Schmid for a 20-minute best-practice deep dive into planning email campaigns with maximum impact, and minimum stress!

Email marketing is a key tool for engaging and retaining your donors. It allows you to show your impact, express your gratitude, and inspire action.  From personalization to engaging content targeting the right donor segment at strategic points throughout Giving Season, Kara shares top tips and tactics that deliver results.  

And if you are unsure your appeal strategy will make this your best Giving Season to date, don’t worry – we have you covered!  Download our  Giving Tuesday Appeals for examples of email and social media appeals, which you can adapt to use all year round to help drive more donations.  

Download them here:  https://library.donorbox.org/giving-tuesday-appeals/ 

We also have 2 comprehensive blogs to help get the fundamentals in place for your campaign in The Nonprofit Blog, be sure to explore all we have to offer while you are there:

 📔Getting You Ready for Giving Season [With a 3-Step Roadmap]

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-season     

📕Email Marketing for Nonprofits: An Essential Guide

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/email-marketing-for-nonprofits 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/   

It's all aboard for the ‘Big Ask’ as Giving Season kicks in, but is your Nonprofit Board pulling its weight?  

Cara is joined by frontline fundraiser and coach, Adam Morgan, who shares key insights into catalyzing and maximizing the impact, information, and inspiration we expect from these key nonprofit team members.

Dig into the benefits of effective and ethical Board Outreach, from networking and lead lists to managing low-performing board members, and ensure you leverage every possible ‘Ask’ opportunity this Giving Season.

Adam has helped found several small nonprofits in Delaware and currently serves as the immediate past president of the Spur Impact Association, which raised over $2.6M in 24 hours for nonprofits in Delaware. He has been a manager and has led major gifts programs for the American Cancer Society, Freedom Alliance, and The Salvation Army.  You can find out more about Adam or contact him here:  https://getfullyfunded.com/fundraising-coaching/ 

We have 3 comprehensive blogs to help you develop a great Nonprofit Board in The Nonprofit Blog, be sure to explore while you are there:

 📔The Guide to Onboarding New Board Members [+Sample Orientation Packet Structure]

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/onboarding-board-members    

📕10 Key Responsibilities of Nonprofit Board Members

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/nonprofit-board-responsibilities 

📘How to Find Nonprofit Board Members | Insights & Tips

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/how-to-find-nonprofit-board-members 

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/    

Planned Giving shouldn’t be mysterious!

Despite many nonprofits having everything a planned giving program takes, they’re not making use of a game-changing source of income.  Are you one of them?

Join Cara and Tony Martignetti, host of Nonprofit Radio and Planned Giving strategist, as they tackle the what, why, who, and when of creating a planned giving program for nonprofits and their donors.  From the basic concepts and types of planned gifts to the many, sometimes surprising, benefits Tony shares his expertise.  Yes, including tackling the uncomfortable conversations that deter so many fundraisers from maximizing the full potential of planned giving.

Tony is a renowned planned giving consultant, leadership coach, and podcast host, with over 20 years of experience helping organizations and individuals achieve their fundraising and leadership goals.  You can find out more about Tony’s Planned Giving Accelerator course, or catch his Nonprofit Radio podcast here: https://tonymartignetti.com/ 

We also have an excellent blog to get you on the path to a successful planned giving program in our comprehensive Nonprofit Blog, be sure to explore while you are there:

 📔Why You Should Add Planned Giving to Your Fundraising Strategy

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/planned-giving   

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/

Blank mind, blank screen, and your appeal has to go out today?  

If your powers of persuasion disappear the second you sit down to draft your year-end appeal, take 10 minutes to break the block and get the job done right.

Cara shares 3 keys to unlocking powerful, personalized appeals that reach the hearts and minds of your donors.  Tweak your appeal letter writing with these three tips to create appeal letters that overwhelm your donors’ emotions and not your creativity!

Use Cara’s promo code ‘PODCAST’ to sign up for the Donorbox Academy “30 Days to Your Year-End Campaign” Masterclass at 20% off here Donorbox Academy and banish appeal anxiety this Giving Season.  

We also have some actionable resources you can access immediately to get you on the right path in our comprehensive Nonprofit Blog, be sure to explore while you are there:

 📔5 Must-Dos for Engaging Fundraising Appeal Letters [+ Samples]

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/fundraising-appeal-letters  

📨How to Devise the Perfect End-of-Year Appeal (Free Samples)

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/end-of-year-appeal 

🗓️2023 Giving Tuesday Calendar (Downloadable)

https://library.donorbox.org/2023-giving-tuesday-calendar/ 

💻And for more information and easy reference to creating every element of a Giving Tuesday campaign, The Complete Giving Tuesday Toolkit for Nonprofits 2023 is an essential resource: 

ttps://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-tuesday-toolkit  

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

🖥️The Nonprofit Podcast 🎙️🎙️ - YouTube  

The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org/

A good tool improves the way you work. A great tool improves the way you think! 

This 20-minute in-depth dive into everything a powerful online Giving Season toolkit needs, from strategies and software to top-performing techniques, sets you up for success this Giving Season.

Join Cara and Jena for expert advice on building a campaign anchored in four foundational fundraising methods: Peer-to-Peer, Crowdfunding, Text-to-Give, and Membership Programs. You’ll learn how to use proven strategies to maximize your outcomes, with inside-track insights into optimizing every tool available to your organization.

The best investment is in the tools of one's own trade.  ;) 

In addition, we have three free resources to help you track your planning to hit each campaign milestone without unnecessary stress:

📔Your Ultimate Guide to Giving Tuesday

https://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/guide-giving-tuesday 

🗓️2023 Giving Tuesday Calendar (Downloadable)

https://library.donorbox.org/2023-giving-tuesday-calendar/ 

💻And for more information and easy reference to creating every element of a Giving Tuesday campaign, The Complete Giving Tuesday Toolkit for Nonprofits 2023 is an essential resource: 

ttps://donorbox.org/nonprofit-blog/giving-tuesday-toolkit  

Don’t forget that The Nonprofit Podcast, plus great tutorials, advice from industry experts, tips, and tricks, is available on the Donorbox YouTube channel, subscribe today and never miss an episode:

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The Nonprofit Podcast is available every Thursday on all your favorite podcast platforms, so follow, rate, and download so you never miss an episode:

🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-important-podcast/id1483848924 

🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fj1bk0PHws7kn6CMwzhLQ 

🎙️ Buzzsprout: https://thenonprofitpodcast.buzzsprout.com   

🎙️ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3oppTeO    

Find out more at: https://donorbox.org