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Copywriter and blogger Jeff Brooks, a member of that Seattle firm at the time, recites the entire formula, then adds a few things he’s learned in the years since then. MORE
The post How to discover planned gifts using interns because you can’t afford a telemarketing firm appeared first on MarketSmart | . Make sure the intern cares about your mission. Have the intern view videos, read reports and talk to program staff (and beneficiaries) so they are familiar with stories about the impact your organization delivers. Pull a list of longtime loyal donors (over 60 is preferable). MORE
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A firm “No” is often followed by a better “Yes” than I’ve received before. This is going to sound a little bit weird but I like hearing “No” from my supporters. MORE
I really can’t say it any better than this ad thanks to LegacyVoice , a legacy administration and marketing firm based in the UK. Folks, it’s time to focus on where you’ll get the money to sustain your mission. It’s that simple. Leave your comments below. Kudos! MORE
Our clients get a growing number of DAF gifts each year because: We (my firm and they) remind their donors to disperse the money (i.e.- Al Cantor is great. He’s a tiger. He takes particular interest in what DAFs are (and are NOT) doing. MORE
Regardless of on which side of that debate you fall, I’d like to argue that the incentive structure for most F2F firms gives them incentives that are different from your nonprofit’s incentives. Let’s take a firm that charges an acquisition fee of $275 for a $25 monthly donor. MORE
Dittmar Design is a Northern Virginia-based marketing and communications firm. NPM360 partner, Dittmar Design, recently developed and launched a website for a Northern Virginia property management company, WJD Management. The client website is a mobile responsive design built on the WordPress content management system and uses the latest Genesis framework to drive it. MORE
My firm once used a vendor to help us. Ya don’t know what ya don’t know. He was a nice guy. But he delivered his work product at a certain pace— slow. One day, we found another vendor. His pricing was the same but he delivered his work product at a very different pace— fast. MORE
This is essential because it will help you stand firm later! Edit until you can say No clearly and concisely and firmly. If you expect powerful pushback, think even harder about how you stay firm. What would it look like for you to set a reasonable boundary and then let others deal with their own emotions when you stand firm? Last week I shared several ways in which nonprofit communications staff get treated like doormats. MORE
My firm once used a vendor to help us. Ya don’t know what ya don’t know. He was a nice guy. But he delivered his work product at a certain pace— slow. One day, we found another vendor. His pricing was the same but he delivered his work product at a very different pace— fast. MORE
Their paper, called “ A Supply-Side Explanation for the Use of Cause Marketing ” by Anil Arya and Brian Mittendorf, starts with the proposition that, “firm profits under simple(non-strategic) corporate philanthropy wherein the firm pledges a donation amount to charity. The paper then demonstrates that the firm can achieve the same donation level while also cutting supplier costs by tying donations to sales. MORE
This is Part 2 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. In my last post, “ How to Hire a Graphic Designer or Design Firm, Part 1: Where to Look ” I offered suggestions on where to turn to find designers to work with. MORE
I recently found a few articles I thought would be handy information for those of you who haven't firmed up your end-of-year campaigns. Most people hate that the end of the year holiday buying season seems to start earlier and earlier. But if you're a small business in the economic downturn OR a small nonprofit, you know that time is not on your side. Donor Engagement Throughout the Season. MORE
If you are used to a clear divide between a workday and personal time, it’s important that you continue to set your workday hours firmly and stick to them. MORE
This is Part 1 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. Either way, the time has come to find the right person or firm for the job. Julia Reich. MORE
Recently I was interviewed by a woman named Mazarine at Wild Woman Fundraising ! You can hear the interview here. Here’s one big point from the interview I figured you’d want to read (in case you don’t have time to listen to the whole thing). MORE
Insight is a leading venture capital and private equity firm focused on high-growth technology and software companies, with a 20+ year track record in partnering to scale businesses. EveryAction is a platform investment of the firm’s $6.3B MORE
Here’s a neat list from chiefmartec.com of 1,000 marketing technology firms serving the commercial space. In 2007, when I had the idea for MarketSmart, I wanted my firm to be on a list like this. MORE
I firmly believe "donor fatigue" is a cop out, not a reality. In this quick video, I tell you why. And I give you a free tool to fix your next fundraising letter. For more on this, check out: The free fundraising letter email course at" [link]. The new Fundraising 101 video class for board members and "accidental" fundraisers at: [link]. And the official site for The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference at: [link]. The post Donor Fatigue is a myth appeared first on FundraisingCoach.com. MORE
Client: Advanced Lifeline | Design Firm: Allegra-East. Client: Mom to Madre | Design Firm: 3 Bees. Client: Radius Disability Services | Design Firm: SASI Marketing. Design Firm: Guard Dog Brand Development. Julia Reich. MORE
Small nonprofit marketing firm (that’s us!) seeks WordPress expert or small firm for ongoing maintenance of two main (and a few mini-) websites and email client (Emma, for now), and for special development projects. MORE
So, three years ago I began testing data from every wealth screening firm I could find. Then I tested data straight from the humongous firms that most of the wealth screening companies use as the sources of their inputs. Then you’ll need to provide it to these firms over time. MORE
With so many firms and so many service packages, how can you tell which is the right choice for your nonprofit? A nonprofit consulting firm can assess your goals against your current fundraising practices to help you maximize your strengths and improve upon your weaknesses. MORE
The Institute, comprised of its member firms, strives to educate and engage members in the ethical delivery of counsel and related services to nonprofits through research, advocacy, and best practices. MORE
If a firm sells a custom made essay that is written in advance of the arrangement being placed, then a person will know it isn’t habit published. If you require advice about research paper, then you can not do better than trying it with all our online firm. MORE
I was thrilled to sit in on this session at the recent Communications Network conference , and even more pleased to see that participation was evenly split between communications consultants/firms and the foundation staff members who hire them. Consultant/Firm Bill of Rights. MORE
Here at EveryAction, we firmly believe immigrants help make America great. There are nearly 800,000 people protected under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). DACA paved the way for these children of immigrants to obtain work authorization and relief from deportation, enabling them to go on to universities and build careers and families. With the announcement of DACA’s repeal, the program has stopped accepting new applications. MORE
MarketSmart (software and services firm supporting nonprofit charities)- 96% (reported by me, Greg Warner). Fitness/health clubs – 72.4% ( reported in July of 2014 ). Software as a service (SaaS) – 46% annual churn leaving 56% of customers retained is considered BAD ! MORE
Prior to her current role, Rebecca spent several years at the public relations firm Weber Shandwick in both the Financial Services and Healthcare departments. Rebecca Lechner Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators! MORE
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An outside firm can use its experience in media relations to help you identify key messages and execute a campaign that will help explain your new plan to your target audiences. But how can you make sure you find a firm or individual who won’t waste your time or squander your money? MORE
RESEARCH: For years marketing, public relations and advertising firms have studied the effectiveness of all forms of advertising. CONCLUSION: This is the finding pops up in study after study - nothing can put your nonprofit mission in front of more people, more often, more positively and with less cost per impression, than high-quality imprinted products! [.]. Brand Management Brand Psychology Branding Product Impact Buying Branding Products Using Branding Products MORE
I recently attended The Data Warehousing Institute (TDWI) conference in Chicago and heard about the latest trends in the Business Intelligence biz. It was a terrific conference, with lots of new technology initiatives and plenty of BI vendors showing their latest offerings. One thing that really resonated with me is that the BI world seems to be very focused on larger companies that have robust IT departments with lots of money to spend on Business Intelligence. Lucky them! MORE
Option 1: Hold Firm and Power Through. If you hold firm and stick it out, as the person I spoke with today did, odds are good that you WILL make progress and see change. MORE
I happen to believe firmly in the power of digital tools to build movements. Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of articles, written by my fundraising heroes, that are a little bit grouchy on the subject of social media fundraising. MORE
” And that’s OK, as long as you are firm about that boundary. Under normal circumstances, communications directors need to collaborate with their coworkers and managers, and that’s even more true now. But collaboration is messy because people are messy! MORE
These seven takeaways were pointed out to me by my friend Bill Crou ch , CEO and Founder of BrightDot (one of the most innovative fundraising consulting firms I’ve ever seen). MORE
As a fundraiser, I know that it takes money to make money. However, I was appalled after reading “ The give and take for charity ” in today’s Los Angeles Times. MORE
based communications firm that publishes some of the most useful materials on nonprofit communications, has produced See, Say, Feel Do: Social Media Metrics That Matter. Fenton, a D.C.-based The guide is available as a free download. Measurement Nonprofit Resource Social Media measurement MORE
For some strange reason over several decades, too many planned giving marketing firms and too many nonprofit planned giving departments were filled with lawyers. How in the world did this happen? Why was it ever allowed? Who first accepted this? MORE
Hell has officially frozen over.Boston law firm Sherin & Lodgen announced on Friday, Nov. 15 that during 2009 it will discount 15 percent from its standard rates to clients housed in buildings which are existing or registered LEED certified.As MORE
That’s why today we’re excited to announce an investment from Insight Venture Partners, a leading growth capital firm focused on high-growth tech and software companies. I have great news to share. MORE
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FEBRUARY 27, 2019
An outside firm can use its experience in media relations to help you identify key messages and execute a campaign that will help explain your new plan to your target audiences. But how can you make sure you find a firm or individual who won’t waste your time or squander your money?
Getting Attention
JANUARY 22, 2013
Small nonprofit marketing firm (that’s us!) seeks WordPress expert or small firm for ongoing maintenance of two main (and a few mini-) websites and email client (Emma, for now), and for special development projects.
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Getting Attention
OCTOBER 4, 2011
I was thrilled to sit in on this session at the recent Communications Network conference , and even more pleased to see that participation was evenly split between communications consultants/firms and the foundation staff members who hire them. Consultant/Firm Bill of Rights.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2011
This is Part 1 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. Either way, the time has come to find the right person or firm for the job. Julia Reich.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
NOVEMBER 2, 2011
This is Part 2 in a series of posts that Julia Reich will share with us about how to hire a graphic designer or design firm. In my last post, “ How to Hire a Graphic Designer or Design Firm, Part 1: Where to Look ” I offered suggestions on where to turn to find designers to work with.
iMarketSmart
MARCH 31, 2017
The post How to discover planned gifts using interns because you can’t afford a telemarketing firm appeared first on MarketSmart | . Make sure the intern cares about your mission. Have the intern view videos, read reports and talk to program staff (and beneficiaries) so they are familiar with stories about the impact your organization delivers. Pull a list of longtime loyal donors (over 60 is preferable).
The Agitator
JULY 11, 2018
Regardless of on which side of that debate you fall, I’d like to argue that the incentive structure for most F2F firms gives them incentives that are different from your nonprofit’s incentives. Let’s take a firm that charges an acquisition fee of $275 for a $25 monthly donor.
JCA Insights
JANUARY 31, 2011
I recently attended The Data Warehousing Institute (TDWI) conference in Chicago and heard about the latest trends in the Business Intelligence biz. It was a terrific conference, with lots of new technology initiatives and plenty of BI vendors showing their latest offerings. One thing that really resonated with me is that the BI world seems to be very focused on larger companies that have robust IT departments with lots of money to spend on Business Intelligence. Lucky them!
Cause Related Marketing
NOVEMBER 21, 2008
Hell has officially frozen over.Boston law firm Sherin & Lodgen announced on Friday, Nov. 15 that during 2009 it will discount 15 percent from its standard rates to clients housed in buildings which are existing or registered LEED certified.As
Fundraising Breakthroughs
JULY 6, 2008
As a fundraiser, I know that it takes money to make money. However, I was appalled after reading “ The give and take for charity ” in today’s Los Angeles Times.
iMarketSmart
JULY 27, 2016
Recently I was interviewed by a woman named Mazarine at Wild Woman Fundraising ! You can hear the interview here. Here’s one big point from the interview I figured you’d want to read (in case you don’t have time to listen to the whole thing).
iMarketSmart
JUNE 21, 2017
Fundraising Lead Generation strategy capital campaign consultant capital campaign consulting firms capital campaign plan charity blog nonprofit operations advice nonprofit tips reasons to hire a fundraising consultantLarge amounts of money are at stake. This might be the largest amount of money your organization will ever raise. Getting an experienced consultant onboard will increase your chances of success exponentially. Time is of the essence.
EveryAction
JUNE 6, 2019
Insight is a leading venture capital and private equity firm focused on high-growth technology and software companies, with a 20+ year track record in partnering to scale businesses. EveryAction is a platform investment of the firm’s $6.3B
iMarketSmart
APRIL 24, 2014
Here’s a neat list from chiefmartec.com of 1,000 marketing technology firms serving the commercial space. In 2007, when I had the idea for MarketSmart, I wanted my firm to be on a list like this.
EveryAction
MAY 8, 2019
Insight is a leading venture capital and private equity firm focused on high-growth technology and software companies, with a 20+ year track record in partnering to scale businesses. EveryAction is a platform investment of the firm’s $6.3B
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2019
This is essential because it will help you stand firm later! Edit until you can say No clearly and concisely and firmly. If you expect powerful pushback, think even harder about how you stay firm. What would it look like for you to set a reasonable boundary and then let others deal with their own emotions when you stand firm? Last week I shared several ways in which nonprofit communications staff get treated like doormats.
Social Media Bird Brain
NOVEMBER 3, 2015
I recently found a few articles I thought would be handy information for those of you who haven't firmed up your end-of-year campaigns. Most people hate that the end of the year holiday buying season seems to start earlier and earlier. But if you're a small business in the economic downturn OR a small nonprofit, you know that time is not on your side. Donor Engagement Throughout the Season.
EveryAction
AUGUST 21, 2018
That’s why today we’re excited to announce an investment from Insight Venture Partners, a leading growth capital firm focused on high-growth tech and software companies. I have great news to share.
NonProfit Branding
JANUARY 7, 2014
RESEARCH: For years marketing, public relations and advertising firms have studied the effectiveness of all forms of advertising. CONCLUSION: This is the finding pops up in study after study - nothing can put your nonprofit mission in front of more people, more often, more positively and with less cost per impression, than high-quality imprinted products! [.]. Brand Management Brand Psychology Branding Product Impact Buying Branding Products Using Branding Products
iMarketSmart
AUGUST 19, 2016
I really can’t say it any better than this ad thanks to LegacyVoice , a legacy administration and marketing firm based in the UK. Folks, it’s time to focus on where you’ll get the money to sustain your mission. It’s that simple. Leave your comments below. Kudos!
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
MAY 10, 2018
Option 1: Hold Firm and Power Through. If you hold firm and stick it out, as the person I spoke with today did, odds are good that you WILL make progress and see change.
Non Profit Marketing 360
MARCH 4, 2012
based communications firm that publishes some of the most useful materials on nonprofit communications, has produced See, Say, Feel Do: Social Media Metrics That Matter. Fenton, a D.C.-based The guide is available as a free download. Measurement Nonprofit Resource Social Media measurement
iMarketSmart
JUNE 1, 2020
These seven takeaways were pointed out to me by my friend Bill Crou ch , CEO and Founder of BrightDot (one of the most innovative fundraising consulting firms I’ve ever seen).
EveryAction
SEPTEMBER 11, 2017
Here at EveryAction, we firmly believe immigrants help make America great. There are nearly 800,000 people protected under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). DACA paved the way for these children of immigrants to obtain work authorization and relief from deportation, enabling them to go on to universities and build careers and families. With the announcement of DACA’s repeal, the program has stopped accepting new applications.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JUNE 11, 2020
” And that’s OK, as long as you are firm about that boundary. Under normal circumstances, communications directors need to collaborate with their coworkers and managers, and that’s even more true now. But collaboration is messy because people are messy!
iMarketSmart
OCTOBER 15, 2019
The Institute, comprised of its member firms, strives to educate and engage members in the ethical delivery of counsel and related services to nonprofits through research, advocacy, and best practices.
Public Sector Marketing 2.0
MARCH 30, 2020
If you are used to a clear divide between a workday and personal time, it’s important that you continue to set your workday hours firmly and stick to them.
iMarketSmart
DECEMBER 3, 2014
For some strange reason over several decades, too many planned giving marketing firms and too many nonprofit planned giving departments were filled with lawyers. How in the world did this happen? Why was it ever allowed? Who first accepted this?
Non Profit Marketing 360
FEBRUARY 2, 2012
Copywriter and blogger Jeff Brooks, a member of that Seattle firm at the time, recites the entire formula, then adds a few things he’s learned in the years since then.
Non Profit Marketing 360
MARCH 7, 2013
Dittmar Design is a Northern Virginia-based marketing and communications firm. NPM360 partner, Dittmar Design, recently developed and launched a website for a Northern Virginia property management company, WJD Management. The client website is a mobile responsive design built on the WordPress content management system and uses the latest Genesis framework to drive it.
A Small Change
MARCH 2, 2015
A firm “No” is often followed by a better “Yes” than I’ve received before. This is going to sound a little bit weird but I like hearing “No” from my supporters.
SocialButterfly
MAY 22, 2018
If a firm sells a custom made essay that is written in advance of the arrangement being placed, then a person will know it isn’t habit published. If you require advice about research paper, then you can not do better than trying it with all our online firm.
Fundraising Coach
AUGUST 3, 2017
With so many firms and so many service packages, how can you tell which is the right choice for your nonprofit? A nonprofit consulting firm can assess your goals against your current fundraising practices to help you maximize your strengths and improve upon your weaknesses.
iMarketSmart
APRIL 15, 2015
My firm once used a vendor to help us. Ya don’t know what ya don’t know. He was a nice guy. But he delivered his work product at a certain pace— slow. One day, we found another vendor. His pricing was the same but he delivered his work product at a very different pace— fast.
iMarketSmart
MAY 29, 2019
So, three years ago I began testing data from every wealth screening firm I could find. Then I tested data straight from the humongous firms that most of the wealth screening companies use as the sources of their inputs. Then you’ll need to provide it to these firms over time.
Fundraising Coach
MAY 20, 2015
I firmly believe "donor fatigue" is a cop out, not a reality. In this quick video, I tell you why. And I give you a free tool to fix your next fundraising letter. For more on this, check out: The free fundraising letter email course at" [link]. The new Fundraising 101 video class for board members and "accidental" fundraisers at: [link]. And the official site for The Nonprofit Storytelling Conference at: [link]. The post Donor Fatigue is a myth appeared first on FundraisingCoach.com.
Cause Related Marketing
JUNE 19, 2013
Their paper, called “ A Supply-Side Explanation for the Use of Cause Marketing ” by Anil Arya and Brian Mittendorf, starts with the proposition that, “firm profits under simple(non-strategic) corporate philanthropy wherein the firm pledges a donation amount to charity. The paper then demonstrates that the firm can achieve the same donation level while also cutting supplier costs by tying donations to sales.
iMarketSmart
APRIL 15, 2015
My firm once used a vendor to help us. Ya don’t know what ya don’t know. He was a nice guy. But he delivered his work product at a certain pace— slow. One day, we found another vendor. His pricing was the same but he delivered his work product at a very different pace— fast.
iMarketSmart
NOVEMBER 18, 2015
MarketSmart (software and services firm supporting nonprofit charities)- 96% (reported by me, Greg Warner). Fitness/health clubs – 72.4% ( reported in July of 2014 ). Software as a service (SaaS) – 46% annual churn leaving 56% of customers retained is considered BAD !
J Campbell Social Marketing
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
I happen to believe firmly in the power of digital tools to build movements. Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of articles, written by my fundraising heroes, that are a little bit grouchy on the subject of social media fundraising.
iMarketSmart
MARCH 25, 2016
Our clients get a growing number of DAF gifts each year because: We (my firm and they) remind their donors to disperse the money (i.e.- Al Cantor is great. He’s a tiger. He takes particular interest in what DAFs are (and are NOT) doing.
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
JUNE 3, 2019
Prior to her current role, Rebecca spent several years at the public relations firm Weber Shandwick in both the Financial Services and Healthcare departments. Rebecca Lechner Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the “Day in the Life” of nonprofit communicators!
Kivi's Nonprofit Communications Blog
FEBRUARY 2, 2012
Client: Advanced Lifeline | Design Firm: Allegra-East. Client: Mom to Madre | Design Firm: 3 Bees. Client: Radius Disability Services | Design Firm: SASI Marketing. Design Firm: Guard Dog Brand Development. Julia Reich.
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