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There's is another reward for May 31st, are you going to win this one? https://lnkd.in/duMg53kA If you are interested in the May 31st reward, make sure you read the rules and our policies; new rules apply: https://lnkd.in/dXm_BgV7 Learn more about the Top Donor Reward Program 'TDRP' on Giveyourbit: https://lnkd.in/dfya3yba

Extending a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who made a year-end gift for climate solutions! EESI has top ratings from Charity Navigator, Candid, and GreatNonprofits, so you know that your gift will be used effectively. Those who gave during the year-end campaign enabled us to unlock $10,000 in matching gifts. Individual donors provide a quarter of the resources EESI needs to keep advancing climate solutions. Our plans for 2024 include: ✔ All-new briefings that will cover topics like the Fifth National Climate Assessment, advanced weather forecasting, budget and appropriations, federal funding for climate research and development, and more ✔ Updated fact sheets on climate jobs, fossil fuel subsidies, Farm Bill proposals, and funding levels for key federal agencies—which will also be complemented by timely, relevant articles about how climate solutions are delivering economic and environmental benefits ✔ Refreshed topic and program design pages published online as part of the Beneficial Electrification Toolkit, which rural electric cooperatives have come to rely on And it's still a great time to advance climate solutions! Give at the link in our bio today: eesi.org/donate #ClimateAction #ClimateSolutions #Nonprofit #BeTheChange #FourStarCharity

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With Giving Tuesday and year-end giving coming up, it's so important to be prepared to steward all of your new and returning donors well. This blog post from Virtuous covers 5 practical things you can do today to improve your donor stewardship practices. https://lnkd.in/euJi2H7c

5️⃣ Together, we helped federal policymakers put climate science into action … in the US, and beyond. Woodwell Climate’s Dr. Marcia Macedo and collaborators, including Dr. Ane Alencar of partner organization IPAM Amazônia, convened a multi-day workshop in Brazil that produced a policy brief on forest degradation. They then organized experts to submit public comments on Brazil’s updated policy for controlling Amazon deforestation, which for the first time also addresses forest degradation. 🎁 This impact was possible with your support. Want to propel more impact in 2024? Check out https://lnkd.in/gqPbdvjT to learn how. #ClimateChange #ClimateSolutions #ClimateImpact #ClimateResearch #Nonprofit #Donation (📸 : Marcia Macedo)

If you are planning to enhance your stewardship efforts, or looking to strengthen an already solid donor relations program, this webinar will provide the 5 Essential Tips you will want to implement. Jan. 17 https://buff.ly/3uhlIrh

🏝 What does it take to transform contaminated sites into productive reuse in the Caribbean? 💸 💸 is a good place to start! If you are a local agency or nonprofit in the USVI who would like to inventory, prioritize, assess, and/or clean up polluted sites, join us for this webinar to find out how to successfully apply for EPA Brownfields grants. Register here: bit.ly/3rfM6k5

There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to stewarding donors. As communities continue to become more diverse, our communications and engagement should follow. For more great advice on stewarding diverse groups, check out Rochelle's article from @CharityVillage "Stats, Stewardship and the Modern Donor" https://lnkd.in/gY4NWk2Y

Consider how to engage donors, not just during the capital campaign itself, but before and after too. Here are 6 effective ways to do that.  http://mvnt.us/m1883296 

Spot on. The mindset is often "direct response isn't fancy enough" or "there are too many touchpoints." A few thoughts: 1. The volume of direct response does not need to be the same for mid-level and majors. But why spend time reinventing a whole new donor journey when you can augment the personal touchpoints with already-existing material? 2. It provides different perspectives. Your donors may only have a relationship with the CEO and/or the giving officer who manages their relationship. Direct response can familiarize your donors with other voices and programs, deepening their commitment to the org. 3. Direct response isn't fancy — but it can be. Adding a business card and a handwritten note to a compelling impact story can make the difference when it comes time to send your next proposal. _____ Want to talk direct response? Need help with fundraising? Got an idea but don't know how to execute it? I'm always happy to chat. You can reach me at hayden@whittiermail.com.