With the flurry and rush of Giving Tuesday behind us, it's so tempting to think the work of that campaign is over. But really, the most critical stage has just begun! While many people are motivated to give to campaigns and causes because of Giving Tuesday's momentum and social pressure, we all know that relationships and authentic connection to the cause are the roots of excellent donor retention.

Don't make the mistake of overlooking your Giving Tuesday donors. It really is possible to cultivate authentic relationships after they make their initial Giving Tuesday donation. Here are six practical steps you can take to boost the retention of Giving Tuesday donors.

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Today’s the day! Giving Tuesday is here and all of your hard work, tedious plans, and strategies are about to pay off. Though today may be the single most important calendar day for fundraisers, we know that it is only the beginning of the mad dash to the end of the year. Remember to slow down, connect with loved ones, and enjoy some delicious food when you can!

If you have a spare moment in your busy day, I hope you’ll check out some of these awesome blog articles and resources— the learning never stops! Wishing you all much fundraising success!

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Are you filling out your fall fundraising calendar and looking for something different to generate new excitement and enthusiasm from your supporters and donors? Or have you been tasked with growing your fundraising calendar by adding an autumn activity?

The fall is a great time for fundraising events, but it is essential to offer distinctive experiences to stand out from other fall activities and get onto your participant's calendars during such a busy season.

Whether you are looking to produce large events or to manage simpler, turnkey opportunities, you can switch up your fall fundraising with these unconventional ideas.

With nearly a third of all charitable giving coming in during the month of December, year-end giving is a critical time for most nonprofits for year-round financial stability. Year-end fundraising is probably one of the most demanding, exciting, exhausting, and engaging times of year for development professionals.

Add the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, and you've really got some added uncertainty this year! A practical year-end giving timeline can you stay organized, reduce stress, and improve your overall fundraising performance.

A successful year-end fundraising campaign takes months of planning and preparation. The great news is that it's never too late to create a timeline for your year-end fundraising. We'll help you get there!

Building and executing a successful fundraising campaign takes thought, strategy, and a lot of work. With Giving Tuesday and the year-end giving season fast approaching, now is the time to start putting together a top-notch Giving Tuesday website.

Whether you choose a simple landing page or a full-blown website, there are some practical things you can do to drive more visitors to your page and increase donations. This blog will help you build an effective Giving Tuesday landing page for your nonprofit.