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Improving Donor Retention with AI-Powered Insights

Donor retention is a critical aspect of nonprofit fundraising, as retaining existing supporters is often more cost-effective than acquiring new ones. By leveraging AI tools like ChatGPT, nonprofits can enhance their donor retention strategies with more personalized communication, predictive analytics, and strategic follow-up actions. Here’s how

Let Nostalgia Do The Heavy Lifting

Technically, I’m a Xennial—too old to be a Millennial, but too young to be Gen-X. I’m your target audience these days, and nothing hits quite like a dose of nostalgia. If I were to share this picture on Facebook (yes, Facebook is still my preferred social

The Rise of Millennials: Why Nonprofits Should Embrace Their Influence and How to Connect with Them

Over the past decade, millennials (born between 1981 and 1996) have become the largest living generation, surpassing baby boomers in sheer numbers. As they settle into adulthood, their influence on industries, markets, and philanthropy is expanding rapidly. Nonprofits, like businesses, must recognize this generational shift and

7 Creative Programs and Events for Nonprofits to Hold That Appeal to Millennials

Millennials are a unique generation known for their passion, values-driven approach, and desire for experiences over material things. When planning events and programs, nonprofits need to appeal to this generation’s sense of purpose and creativity. Here are seven innovative and creative programs that nonprofits can use

6 Creative Tips for Better Reaching Millennials in Nonprofit Marketing

Millennials are now the largest living generation, and nonprofits that want to thrive need to rethink how they engage this audience. With their values-driven approach to life and a deep connection to digital culture, reaching millennials requires authenticity, creativity, and an understanding of what resonates with

5 Tips for Fundraising to Millennials: Engaging the Next Generation of Donors

Millennials are now a key demographic for nonprofits, and their unique values and habits require fresh approaches to fundraising. Born between 1981 and 1996, millennials are tech-savvy, socially conscious, and prioritize experiences over material goods. If you want to effectively engage this generation and inspire them

10 Creative Ways to Make the High Holy Days More Inviting for Millennials

As the High Holy Days quickly approach, synagogues have a unique opportunity to engage millennials—the largest living generation and a key demographic for the future of Jewish communities. Millennials are looking for meaningful, authentic experiences, and synagogues that can tap into these values will not only

Connect with a Story

If you have a pre-teen, you’re likely familiar with Dav Pilkey, the author of the wildly successful Captain Underpants and Dog Man series. Unlike most authors who use the inside flap of the book jacket to boast about their accomplishments, Dav takes a different approach. He

Why Your Donors’ Stories Matter in Fundraising Strategy

Fundraising is the lifeblood of any nonprofit organization, but success in this critical area isn’t just about asking for money—it’s about building relationships. And the foundation of any strong relationship is understanding. For nonprofits, this means truly understanding the stories, motivations, and passions of their donors.

The Power of Stories in Shaping Successful Nonprofit Programming

Imagine planning an event for your community—a large celebration with keynote speakers, a raffle, and food from some local restaurants. You think you’ve planned everything perfectly: the venue is great, the date is set, and the agenda is full. But as the event nears, ticket sales