The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

In unsettled times, it’s tempting to focus on metrics: number of meetings, dollars raised, goals hit. In today’s landscape, with economic uncertainty causing some donors to hesitate or take more time for considering larger major gifts, building connection isn’t simply a “warm fuzzy.” In listening.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2025

We also have email, the internet, and social media, just to name a few. Its not only the volume of options, its also the content. And in our current climate of crisis and uncertainty, its information overload on steroids. How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? But in this deluge of information, they might miss your messages.

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The less focused your nonprofit is, the less likely you are to achieve your goals because the organization is spread too thin. They pick a goal, define strategies, and stay focused on the small handful of metrics that measure the execution of the strategy. Successful nonprofits try to solve one specific difficult problem.

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The Fundraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

One of the biggest challenges we face as major gift fundraisers is balancing two distinct ways of thinking: our internal, metrics-driven mindset versus the donor-focused approach that builds relationships. Dollars vs. Impact: Shift the Conversation to Outcomes The Fundraiser Mindset: "We need to close this $50,000 gift to hit our Q1 goal."

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Your website can be a great marketing tool, but it can also help your nonprofit raise funds. Learn how to encourage donations on your nonprofit website. However, one of its most important functions is as a tool for fundraising. If designed correctly, your website can be an unstoppable force in driving donations. Keep the form to one page.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Here’s what we suggest: We need to start rethinking annual giving metrics to create a new storyline about fundraising for higher education. Maybe we need to focus our attention on narrower metrics. News & World Report metric of alumni participation , the impact of this ranking indicator is going to show in our data for years.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 19, 2022

These key event metrics quantify the success of your events, and can show you how to improve them. Tracking these key event metrics can deliver critical insight into what you’re doing well, and where your events need improvement. So what are those metrics, and what data do you need to track to analyze them?

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

Just as a successful capital campaign follows defined steps and milestones, so does the work of a database manager—nitty-gritty, behind-the-scenes tasks to keep the campaign moving toward its goal. Gifts from prospects on the top of your giving pyramid are necessary to meet your campaign goal. Review reporting. Add data health tools.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 24, 2025

Mistake #6: Neglecting Data and Metrics Fail: Decisions are based on anecdotes rather than data-backed evidence. Track key metrics: Review donation retention rates, average gift size, cost per dollar raised, and lifetime donor value. We all make mistakes. Its a normal part of life, work, and fundraising.

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 2, 2025

Securing grant funding is a primary goal for many nonprofit organizations. Articulate clear interim and summative metrics to demonstrate the impact of your project. Does Your Mission Align with Funders Goals? Craft your proposal to align closely with the goals and priorities of the funding organization.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Its initial goal was to create a day dedicated to giving back, providing a stark contrast to the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Its initial goal was to create a day dedicated to giving back, providing a stark contrast to the consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. What is Giving Tuesday?

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

We’ve all received cringe-worthy fundraising messages that just don’t feel quite human. They’re vague, don’t explain the impact of the donation, and ask for an arbitrary amount of money. If an appeal feels like it was written by a robot, it likely was generated by AI.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Before you begin any project involving data analysis, start by clearly outlining your goal so you know which metrics to analyze. First, we’ll cover how to determine your goals for your monthly giving program. When laying out your goal, consider following the SMART model for goal setting. Determine your objectives.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

An organizational plan, the equivalent of a private-sector business plan, lays out a nonprofits mission, goals, programs, and strategies for raising and managing funds. Pick a big, hairy, audacious goal (BHAG) that is clear, measurable, and accountable. Clearly define the social problem the organization is working to solve.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

According to Salesforces Nonprofit Trend Report , digitally mature nonprofits are 4x more likely than their peers to achieve their mission goals. Our goal is to equip nonprofits with the tools and resources needed to become more effective and stable in the long term, he says. Seek out capacity-building opportunities.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

And once you’ve shared your report with stakeholders, be sure to track engagement metrics afterwards to see how well your report performed and in which ways it could be strengthened in the future. To get the attention of your donors and increase their engagement, you can make your impact report come to life.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 17, 2024

In a sprint to the finish, you need good energy in the form of clean, complete data, to get you to your goal. We sometimes forget that IT stands for Information Technology. But information is the fuel that drives any technology machine: it is what our devices collect, store, synthesize, and distribute. Why pay attention to data?

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Study Social Media Analytics Monitor Analytics Diligently This means tracking your website and social media metrics like page views, click-through rates, and the time spent on various sections of your website and social media platforms. These metrics can unveil which stories or content pieces resonate most with your audience.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Here’s the deal: a well-planned year-end campaign isn’t just about hitting your goals. Start With a Clear Goal What do you want to accomplish before the year ends? What metrics will you track? Knowing your goals keeps your team focused and your message sharp. Share updates on how close you are to your year-end goal.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

While it is important that organizations identify the right potential funders , create a compelling needs section, write a persuasive program description , and incorporate the necessary metrics, there is another very important step that can often get overlooked. What attachments will we need? How do we prepare to apply? How do we get help?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Considering that most nonprofits seeking grant funding have limited budgets, it is vital to their fundraising goals to ensure that they are utilizing their resources as efficiently as possible to ensure their best possible chances of success. To begin, the Project Goals section lists the critical community needs the funder wants to address.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

” Monitor Performance Regularly: Track key metrics like CTR and conversion rates, making adjustments as needed to maintain compliance and optimize results. Its potential impact on the nonprofit world is enormous, but its still relatively unknown and underleveraged. Campaigns must maintain a minimum 5% click-through rate (CTR).

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Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Consider metrics such as the total funds you raised and the number of new donors you acquired. Set a goal and budget. Last year, in the U.S. billion to charitable causes. Promote your campaign.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This way, readers understand what youre fighting for and the goals you want to accomplish. According to the Global Trends in Giving report , 33% of nonprofit supporters in the United States and Canada say email is the communication tool that inspires them most to give. Explain your mission. How does it help them make a difference?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 14, 2025

For beginners, your success metrics and key performance indicators can provide essential direction. Each award category provides example proof points to guide you on metrics to share. Additionally, incorporating a tone of collaboration into your nomination helps us understand how teams worked together to achieve a project or goal.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Qualifying has one goal: to turn your pool of rage donors into a curated list of potential long-term supporters. The good news, however, is that research indicates giving overall remains steady in an election year, despite the volatility of the election cycle, so your organization has an opportunity to keep donors engaged with your mission.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

JULY 30, 2024

Consideration: The donor deepens their engagement by navigating to the nonprofit’s website and reading resources about its mission, programs, and goals. However, make sure you have the right tools and technology in place to capture these metrics. Charitable giving saw a 2.1% Perform a deep data analysis. Personalize communications.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

To be successful in securing grant funding, individuals must grasp the basic components involved in the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, application procedures, and evaluation metrics. Clear Objectives and Goals A successful grant proposal must articulate clear and concise objectives and goals.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

JULY 2, 2024

The midpoint of the year is always a good time to see if you’re meeting your fundraising and communications goals. You may need to make some changes to your fundraising plan and other goals. Look at metrics such as website visits and email open rates. Believe it or not, we’re halfway through 2024. Always have a plan.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 5, 2023

However, this results in low attendance numbers, causing you to miss the mark on your fundraising goal. Instead, construct a quality and intentional social media strategy that is tailored to your audience and supports your marketing goals. Let’s dig into the essentials.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

As we reflect on the past year, we naturally wonder about the trends 2025 will bring nonprofits. While it is no surprise that trends are leaning towards AI and tech tools, you may be surprised to see how nonprofits might use AI. For example, AI can help a team build new and creative ways to connect donors and ensure they feel appreciated.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 21, 2024

While it may help fundraisers hit their metric goals, it doesn’t align with how major donors think, feel or give. And that’s where a deeper, more thoughtful strategy comes into play.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2025

Getting Ready to Implement Moves Management Set Clear Goals Before implementing moves management, establish well-defined revenue targetsboth short-term and long-term. Moves management thrives when everyone understands the goals and commits to the necessary tasks, such as logging donor interactions or scheduling regular check-ins.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

As we have worked with nonprofits, some of those nonprofits love to delve into data and constantly adjust goals and metrics, and other nonprofits need more guidance about how to structure their goals to be data-driven. Read our article here about our 2023 successes.

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GiveSmart

MARCH 12, 2025

Examples of quantitative data include metrics such as donation amounts, number of donors, and page views. These data points are great for setting campaign goals and evaluating the success of your nonprofit at a high level. Thanks to modern technology and online fundraising, collecting data has become much easier and more accessible.

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Gail Perry Group

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Better relationship-building leads to deeper understanding of each donor's goals and opportunities for gift conversations. Are You Focusing on a Metric Like "Asks per Month?" We are all for setting clear metrics! However, some fundraisers will send proposals or make lukewarm Asks simply to hit the metric for the month.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Key practices include setting clear objectives, analyzing metrics, and celebrating successes to foster accountability andmorale. Fundraisers are vital to supporting school programs, but their impact can extend far beyond immediate monetary goals if post-event reviews are conducted effectively. Why Conduct a Post-Fundraiser Review?

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