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Fundraising Weekly - December 24, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 24, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 230

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Here we are in the final days of 2024! It’s been another incredible year of fundraising and change-making. Thank you for being a part of this community and for your commitment to bettering the word. I hope these final days of 2024 bring you rest and inspiration for the year to come. Onward!

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PUB Crawl - December 23, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 23, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

Whether you are hurriedly finishing up your final 2024 to do items or already lounging with family and loved ones on holiday vacation, I hope your week is off to a great start! It’s hard to believe we’re already at the end of 2024, but I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this community next year. For as much as everything is constantly changing and evolving in the landscape of Salesforce and nonprofit tech, it’s an honor to keep this newsletter going strong!

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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Fundraising Weekly - December 17, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 17, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 229

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

In just over two weeks, we will find ourselves in 2025! We can’t wait to see what another year has in store for this community. Remember to take time to rest and celebrate your successes before we head into another year of raising money to better our communities.

Scroll on down for some excellent fundraising tips related to social media, nonprofit websites, and direct mail fundraising.

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NPSP Day Philadelphia 2024: Insights and Tools for Nonprofit Excellence

by Soapbox Engage on December 16, 2024

A group of folks gathered around for a presentation at NPSP Day Philadelphia

Last week, the Salesforce nonprofit community came together in Philadelphia for the final NPSP Day of 2024 at Friends Center. Attendees spent the day diving into key topics like fundraising best practices, data hygiene, integrations, and reporting while sharing insights and lessons learned.

In the rapidly changing world of nonprofit technology, and with the introduction of the new Nonprofit Cloud, this event offered a crucial platform for nonprofit staff, consultants, and Salesforce admins to exchange ideas, tackle challenges, and foster a sense of community around the Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack.

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PUB Crawl - December 16, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 16, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

Believe it or not, we’re just over two weeks from the start of 2025! I’d love to hear if you have any personal or organizational resolutions for the coming year. And if you’ve been too busy to even THINK about life beyond 2024, don’t worry, you’ve got this. I’m cheering for you!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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Fundraising Weekly - December 10, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 10, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 228

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! We’re in the final stretch of 2023! Make sure you’re covered with our End-of-Year Fundraising Checklist.

As always, our goal is to equip you with invaluable tips and strategies to make your fundraising efforts not only impactful but also enjoyable. Scroll down to explore innovative ideas, proven techniques, and expert insights that will elevate your fundraising game and bring your initiatives to new heights this year and beyond.

You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!

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PUB Crawl - December 9, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 09, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

I hope you all had a delightful and restful holiday weekend. We’re diving into the final push for 2024! Later this week, I’ll be back on the east coast to facilitate NPSP Day Philadelphia along with Dean Graham. There’s still time to register— maybe I’ll see you there!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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4 Tips for Partnering with a Fundraising Strategy Consultant

by Soapbox Engage on December 08, 2024

The title of the post, “Tips for Partnering with a Fundraising Strategy Consultant”

With all the moving parts involved in planning, launching, and managing successful fundraising campaigns, new nonprofit leaders can easily get overwhelmed. You may stick to the same fundraising strategy your nonprofit has outgrown or struggle to determine how to improve.

If you’re ready to scale your organization’s fundraising but feel underequipped or unsure where to start, hiring a consultant could be the right next move. These experts have the tools, expertise, and bandwidth to help your organization improve its fundraising strategy and thrive long-term.

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Introducing the Pledge Payment Portal for the Salesforce NPSP

by Soapbox Engage on December 03, 2024

The title of the article, Introducing the Pledge Payment Portal for the Salesforce NPSP

We are thrilled to announce a game-changing feature for nonprofits using the Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP): the ability for donors to view pledges and make pledge payments through the Soapbox Engage Donations app with specific integration to the NPSP. This groundbreaking release makes Soapbox Engage the only product on the market that supports this functionality, marking a significant milestone in nonprofit fundraising technology.

As fundraising season is in full swing, this release equips nonprofits leveraging the Salesforce NPSP with an app to secure steady donor support while maximizing their fundraising potential. Keep reading to learn more about this game-changing release, and how pledge payments can help transform your nonprofit.

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Fundraising Weekly - December 3, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 03, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 227

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! More specifically, happy Giving Tuesday! Though today will be no small feat, it’s just the beginning of the year-end fundraising push. Remember to care for yourselves during this busy time!

As you’re running your year-end fundraising campaigns, keep donor followup and retention on your mind. Fostering relationships with donors is important not just for funding your mission, but for creating a community! Here are 6 practical strategies for donor retention after Giving Tuesday. Give them a look!

Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to volunteer engagement, Giving Tuesday, and email appeals. Enjoy!

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PUB Crawl - December 2, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on December 02, 2024
Tags:PUB Crawl, Ryan Ozimek

PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

I hope you all had a delightful and restful holiday weekend. We’re diving into the final push for 2024! Later this week, I’ll be back on the east coast to facilitate NPSP Day Philadelphia along with Dean Graham. There’s still time to register— maybe I’ll see you there!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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NPSP Day Washington DC 2024: Insights and Highlights for Nonprofits

by Soapbox Engage on December 01, 2024

A group of folks gathered around for a presentation at NPSP Day DC

Last week, NPSP Day made its way back to Washington DC, bringing together nonprofit professionals for a day of collaboration, skill-building, and problem-solving at Soapbox Engage’s headquarters. Attendees explored how to harness the Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack (NPSP), to drive greater impact for their organizations.

In a fast-evolving nonprofit tech landscape, and with the advent of the new Nonprofit Cloud, this gathering provided a vital space for nonprofit staff, consultants, and Salesforce admins to share ideas, solve challenges, and build community.

Here’s a recap of some key takeaways and standout moments from different breakout sessions that occurred throughout the day!

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Fundraising Weekly - November 26, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 26, 2024
Tags:Fundraising Weekly, Ryan Ozimek

Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 226

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

We’re in the final stretch of 2024! Make sure you’re covered with our End-of-Year Fundraising Checklist.

As always, our goal is to equip you with invaluable tips and strategies to make your fundraising efforts not only impactful but also enjoyable. Scroll down to explore innovative ideas, proven techniques, and expert insights that will elevate your fundraising game and bring your initiatives to new heights this year and beyond.

You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!

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PUB Crawl - November 25, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 25, 2024
Tags:PUB Crawl, Ryan Ozimek

PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

Last Thursday, I had a delightful time facilitating NPSP Day in Washington DC! We had 30 folks join us from the DMV and beyond for a full day of NPSP learning and strategizing. I’m feeling even deeper gratitude for this community after such a generous and productive day. Be on the lookout for a recap from the event! In the meantime, be sure to read our recap from NPSP Day New York if you haven’t already! And there’s still time to join us in Philly next week!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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6 Social Media Best Practices for Engaging More Volunteers

by Addison Waters on November 20, 2024
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6 Social Media Best Practices for Engaging More Volunteers

Social media is one of the most widely used modern communication channels, and your organization may already use several social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. As a volunteer coordinator, you can use social media for a strategic purpose: volunteer recruitment and engagement.

If your nonprofit struggles to recruit volunteers, you’re not alone. Double the Donation’s volunteer statistics report states that over 60% of nonprofits consider volunteer recruitment to be “a big problem.”

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Fundraising Weekly - November 19, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 19, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 225

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Asking for donations isn’t easy— especially when so many important causes are depending on generous donors and the giving season. Instead of worrying if your organization will get lost in the crowd, focus your energy on finding the right words. The more personal, the better! Whether you're crafting an email ask, social media post, or event invitation, your wording impacts the outcome. Check out this free 15 page guide to learn about five easy ways to boost your wording when asking for donations!

Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to major donors, nonprofit storytelling, and automated fundraising emails. Enjoy!

You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!

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PUB Crawl - November 18, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 18, 2024

PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers!

I’m getting ready to pack my bags because NPSP Day Washington DC is nearly upon us! We’re able to accommodate last minute registrations, so if you’re in the DMV (or feel like making a trip :)), don’t hesitate to join the fun or reach out with any questions. Looking forward to seeing some of you on Thursday!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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NPSP Day New York 2024: Highlights, Insights, and Tools for Nonprofit Success

by Soapbox Engage on November 15, 2024

A group of folks gathered around a table at NPSP Day New York

NPSP Day made its way back to New York City earlier this month, bringing together Salesforce nonprofit professionals for a day of collaboration, skill-building, and problem-solving at The Center. Attendees shared valuable insights, discussed innovative tools, and explored strategies to maximize the impact of mission-based organizations using Salesforce.

The purpose of an NPSP Day is for nonprofit staff, consultants, and Salesforce admin to come together to share knowledge, pose questions, and solve problems to benefit the nonprofit and education sectors' use of the Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack. With the arrival of the new Nonprofit Cloud in an already rapidly shifting nonprofit tech landscape, spaces to gather and strategize as a community are more important than ever.

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Fundraising Weekly - November 12, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 12, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 224

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Have you taken a look at our Year-End Fundraising Checklist yet? It’s time to position your nonprofit for end-of-year success. Since the vast majority of nonprofit donations come in the final months of the year, giving season can be a lot of pressure. We’re here with tips and tricks to alleviate that stress! You got this!

Scroll on down for more great fundraising content relating to text-to-give, Giving Tuesday, and nonprofit grants. Enjoy!

You can receive the Fundraising Weekly newsletter each Tuesday by subscribing today!

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PUB Crawl - November 11, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on November 11, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

I hope your week is off to a great start! I had an incredible time facilitating NPSP Day New York along with Dan Flanigan last week. Be sure to stay tuned for a recap of this excellent day of networking, knowledge sharing, and strategizing around the NPSP. In the meantime, consider joining us in DC or Philly in the coming weeks!

Scroll on down for the latest solutions, ideas, and questions from the Salesforce Trailblazer community.

Don't forget, you can have the goodness of the PUB Crawl delivered into your inbox each Monday morning by subscribing today!

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