The Ghosts of Christmas Fundraisers Past
Fundraising ideas
Once upon a time, a fundraiser dozed in front of a fire when she was startled awake by a booming voice. “I AM THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISERS PAST,” it said. Surprised and… Read More
Mission: Possible—Turn One-Time Donors into Recurring Donors
Donor acquisition and retention
Good morning, fundraisers! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves the cultivation of an important group of people designated “one-time holiday donors.” You may select any of these methods to encourage one-time donors… Read More
Qgiv Announces Record-Breaking Giving Tuesday, More Than Doubling Last Year’s Results
Bloomerang Fundraising in the news
December 1st was our biggest Giving Tuesday to date! Qgiv clients raised millions on Giving Tuesday 2020, with a 108% increase in dollars raised on the Qgiv platform and a 100% increase in the total… Read More
Hybrid Events | A Guide for Nonprofits
Fundraising events
Hybrid events describe an experience composed of both in-person and virtual elements. This could be an event that occurs face-to-face for one part and online for another part. Or it can be a regular in-person… Read More
Donor Relations: 4 Tips to Get on Your Donors’ Nice List
Donor acquisition and retention
Your nonprofit has done a lot of great work this year to make the world a better place. That puts you on Qgiv’s nice list! But how are your donors feeling? If your donor relations… Read More
12 Best Practices for Matching Gifts in Higher Education
Education
Teddy Callow, Vice President of HEPdata, has led fundraising strategies for thousands of higher education and nonprofit institutions around data, fundraising technology, and matching gifts/corporate giving. As we head into the sunset for 2020,… Read More
Bright Idea: Use Video Testimonials In Appeals
Fundraising ideas
Who They Are Pilgrim Pines Camp and Retreat Center is a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to providing fantastic programs for campers of all ages. What They Did Pilgrim Pines held a phonathon combining text fundraising… Read More
Creative Ways to Thank Your Donors
Donor acquisition and retention
Fundraisers, ‘tis the season to show gratitude to those who support you. Send your volunteers a card, thank your staff, but most importantly, find ways to show your donors you appreciate them. There are many… Read More
Okay, Fundraisers—Let’s Huddle Up (Figuratively, Of Course)
Fundraising ideas
It’s here (well, almost). Giving Tuesday! It’s pep talk time. You’ve prepared for this. You’re ready. You’ve put together the stories, the images, the emails, the social media posts. All your hard work is paying… Read More