2020 Round-up: The Top 5 Lessons for Canadian Nonprofits and Charities
A round-up of valuable lessons learned from Blackbaud Canada's 2020 thought leadership events for nonprofits and charities.
Stories of Resilience: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
As the global COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, social good organizations are working creatively to navigate the new landscape. In this series, the Blackbaud Institute shares stories of organizations that are focusing on resilience, weathering these many changes while still positioning themselves for future growth. For more insight including quarterly giving performance updates, visit the Blackbaud Institute Index.
3 Higher Ed Themes Emerging During COVID-19
As higher ed institutions continue to learn how to navigate today’s shifting landscape, here are three themes emerging throughout the global COVID-19 crisis.
From Coast to Coast: How Healthcare Organizations are Handling the Outpouring of Support and In-Kind Gifts
The concept of time for those of us staying at home who aren’t in direct services has radically changed. Now that we have collectively downshifted into the new (temporary) normal, learn how healthcare organizations around the country are managing it.
4 Tips for Connecting with Supporters Who Are Parents Right Now
Ideas for how social good organizations can connect with supporters and prospective donors who are parents.
It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye: Mighty Citizen’s Experience Running an Email Re-Engagement Campaign
If your nonprofit is experiencing below-average open and click-through rates on emails, it's time to run an email re-engagement campaign. Learn how with these tips.
The Three Major Components of a Successful Annual Giving Campaign
Consider these three opportunities to help you meet your goal, maximize exposure, and generate success: fundraising appeals, events, and stewardship.
From an Event Manager | Focus on the End Goal: Donor Engagement + Retention
Stewardship tactics to ensure your events pay off in the long run in the form of long-term relationships and stronger communication between your org and your supporters.
Finding the Usual Suspects in your Database
Steward all levels of donors, but don't neglect the very valuable group of individuals that are waiting for a reason to give.
How to Grow Offline Support by Executing Stronger Online Strategies
With proper planning and execution, a stronger online fundraising and marketing strategy can grow all avenues of offline support.
