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“Quid pro quo” is Latin and means that something is given in exchange for something else. In consumer marketing, offering token items (often referred to as “premiums”) is frequently used to entice people to purchase a product or service. In fundraising, it can also be an effective technique to motivate donors. However, incorporating premiums into your appeals needs to be done in a way that not only incentivizes donors to take action but conveys a sense of philanthropic purpose and highlights gift impact. Register now for your entire team to learn how to incorporate premiums into your fundraising appeals in an appropriate and effective way. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/eVWBZZJ2 This webinar - and hundreds of other resources - are available FREE to AGN Members. #annualfund #annualgiving #fundraising #philanthropy #training

Today is #GivingTuesay — a day dedicated to drive a global movement of generosity. This GivingTuesday, Groundswell will waive its 1% donation disbursement fee through the end of 2023! That’s right, Groundswell is doubling down on the impact our community can create. Here’s how you can help be part of today’s movement: 🤝 Deepen Your Connection Engaging regularly not only supports these organizations but also deepens your understanding of their vital work. Consider setting up a recurring donation this GivingTuesday. 📆 Plan Your Impact GivingTuesday kicks off 2023’s holiday giving season, during which 50% of individual donations will be made across the US. Start planning today for the impact you want to have by the end of the year. 🎉 Celebrate Generosity Join the global conversation. Share your experience on social media with #GivingTuesday and tag us to be part of a worldwide movement of giving back. Let’s come together to make this GivingTuesday a remarkable day of giving back.

It's Giving Tuesday! Today isn't just any Tuesday – it's #GivingTuesday, a day dedicated to generosity, compassion, and making a positive impact. 🤝💖 At CharityAuctionsToday, we believe in the power of collective giving. We're not just a fundraising platform; we're a community of do-gooders, dream-chasers, and difference-makers. How you can help - Host a Virtual Auction: Turn your supporters into bidders, and let the excitement of the auction floor translate into real-world change. Create a Fundraising Campaign: Whether it's for a new project, a pressing cause, or ongoing support, our platform empowers you to tell your story and rally support. Engage Your Community: Leverage the power of social media and our easy-to-use tools to keep your community informed and engaged. 🙏 Let's make this Giving Tuesday a celebration of generosity, kindness, and the unstoppable force of positive change. #charity #nonprofit #nonprofitorganzation #GivingTuesday #PowerOfGiving #MakeADifference #CommunityForGood

When a potential donation falls through, it's critical to look beyond the surface reasons a donor might offer. Common explanations like "lack of funds," "too busy," or "not interested" often mask deeper issues. To truly understand why opportunities are missed, we must dig deeper and ask more probing questions. It might be a matter of trust. Did we respond quickly and accurately to their questions? Have we spent enough time establishing a relationship and working towards a common goal? Perhaps we haven't communicated in a way that resonates with their values and worldview. Or maybe it's about priorities. Have we taken the time to understand what the donor cares about and supports? Did we consider their current commitments and check if the timing was right for them? In cases where a partner or family member influences the donor's decisions, have we involved them in the process? Have we recognized their philanthropic interests and included them in discussions and acknowledgments? These insights are invaluable. By addressing these underlying concerns, we can turn lost opportunities into learning experiences and ultimately, successful engagements. Engaging in this reflective process is crucial for any fundraising team aiming to improve their approach. Do you and your team regularly evaluate missed donations to refine your fundraising strategies? #FundraisingInsights #DonorRelations #NonprofitFundraising #Philanthropy #CommunityEngagement

Inspiring your audience to get involved with your organization is important, but it’s easy to focus on direct asks and funding above all else. Yes, donations are the key to maintaining your ongoing efforts, but have you considered other ways for your audience to get involved outside of financial giving? Even more common today, you’ll find generations of younger audiences wanting to join in as a part of something meaningful to make a difference. Their alignment with your message is already there, so if their only way of involvement is through donations, you may be limiting valuable potential for your support. Here are just a few ways you can provide for your community to get involved, therefore taking unneeded stress and burden off the plate of your staff: ✨ Ask for volunteers to support with a specific need of a certain project (in-person OR virtually!) ✨ Setup opportunities for peer-to-peer fundraising to provide additional funding outside of regular giving ✨ Develop partnerships with likeminded nonprofits and social enterprise business models who could support through resources or give-back programs ✨ Invite your local community to attend an event that you’re hosting (or invite your global audience to join in virtually!) ✨ Create a social media engagement plan that allows advocates to easily share updates about your work with friends and family What are unique ways that you’ve opened the door to your community to engage with and support your mission? #inclusivitymatters #nonprofitfundraising #helpinghands #communitysupport #nonprofitlife #givingback #nonprofitorganization #givelocal #supportyourcommunity #buildingcommunity

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. 💖 For the past 11 years, hundreds of millions of people around the world have been inspired to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Giving Tuesday serves as a gentle reminder that amidst the shopping sprees and bargain hunts, there exists an extraordinary opportunity to give back and make a positive difference in the world. Whether it's a small act of kindness or a grand philanthropic gesture, the power of giving lies in its ability to create a ripple effect of positive change. Every contribution, no matter how modest, has the potential to transform lives, uplift communities, and build a brighter future for all. Whether you choose to donate to a favorite cause, volunteer your time, or simply spread awareness about a charitable organization, there are countless ways to partake in Giving Tuesday. The beauty lies in the diversity of contributions – financial support, acts of service, or even lending a compassionate ear to someone in need. Learn more by visiting https://lnkd.in/ebtf7mK #GivingTuesday #Generosity #MakeADifference #Community #UnityPowersService

87% of consumers in the U.S. say they would purchase a product because a company supported a cause they cared about. If your business is ready to give back to your community, DonationMatch is here to help! Our goal is to maximize the ROI of your in-kind donations so your business thrives and can give back even more year after year. Our systematic solution automatically handles time-consuming administrative tasks like verifying exempt status and good standing, asking how donations will be used, collecting relevant demographics of events, e-delivery fulfillment, and recordkeeping. Accept any number of charitable donation requests and increase marketing exposure to your target audience in minutes, not hours! See how we can help facilitate your community giving and make giving back simpler for you and your company >> https://lnkd.in/gzEmctKb #DonationMatch #SocialImpact #CorporateSocialResponsibility #GivingBackMatters

"I've never told anyone this before." If you're working in major gifts and you've never heard this, you might need to alter your approach. Many of you reading this will be able to recall several times a donor has told you something like "I've never told anyone this before" or "I don't know why I'm sharing this with you." This happens frequently to successful major gift fundraisers because if we're doing our jobs well, we're creating spaces where people can share. It's rare that people get asked thoughtful questions about their life, childhood, values, and dreams. When we ask good questions as major gift fundraisers, we're of course learning pertinent information about the donor, but more importantly, we're showing them that we're truly interested in them. If you want to be great at major gifts, become really curious about the people you're meeting with. Hearing people's stories has always been my favorite part of fundraising. Do you find this to be true, or do you prefer to WOW them with how awesome your case for support is? #OneVisitAway #nonprofits #MajorGiftMillions #philanthropy

Mark your calendars - I’ll be speaking on all things DAFs and Chariot with Engaging Networks on Thursday! 🗓️ This session at 1pm ET, Thursday June 27 is open to the public - You do not need to be a current Engaging Networks customer to join 🤗 I’m finalizing the materials now and some of the key items we’ll be discussing are: ➡️ Why have DAFs surged to be 20% of philanthropy in recent years? ➡️ How does the psychology of DAF usage changes with a DAF payment option available? ➡️ When does it benefit a nonprofit for their supporters to open a DAF? At the end we’ll also review a demo of DAFpay with Engaging Networks fundraising tools and answer some FAQs about the integration ✅ Link to register below - Hope to see many of you there! 💙 #nonprofit #fundraising #philanthropy 

For many of us, we may not think of the "why" behind our generosity. For example, when the offering plate is passed, we may place a few dollar bills in and not reflect further on our actions. We are disconnected not only from the causes we are supporting but also from those in our community. This is why true generosity starts with causes over dollars. It starts with seeing the needs of others and championing those causes with your church and community. True generosity is more than the checks we write, it includes being generous with our time and our energy as well. So how can we reconnect with the needs in our communities? One of the best ways to connect to causes you care about is by joining a giving circle! A giving circle is a group of people who gather together to pool their financial resources and multiply the charitable effect they can have. Learn how a giving circle like One Hundred Roses can help you make a difference in your community: https://lnkd.in/gxpRbFBW #givingcircle #blogs #community