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Fundraising Weekly - May 14, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on May 14, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 198

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Does your organization use Microsoft Dynamics 365 as your CRM? Join us on May 29th for a webinar aimed at empowering nonprofit organizations to elevate their online fundraising efforts through the transformative power of AI and Microsoft Fundraising & Engagement. Whether you’re a seasoned fundraising professional or just starting your nonprofit journey, this event offers valuable insights to maximize your impact and drive meaningful change in this digital age! Register here!

Keep on scrolling for the best fundraising tips on sustainable events, data-driven marketing, and email lists!

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

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PUB Crawl - May 13, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on May 13, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers!

If you're attending Education Summit this week, I know you're in for an amazing experience! I'd be thrilled to hear about the highlights from your time there.

Keep scrolling for the freshest ideas, solutions, questions, and events from the 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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How to Plan a Sustainable Event: 8 Essential Best Practices

by Soapbox Engage on May 10, 2024

How to Plan a Sustainable Event: 8 Essential Best Practices

As an event planner, you've already got a lot of tasks on your to-do list. However, planning sustainable events does not only protect the planet, but it can also make your events easier to manage overall.

From reducing paper waste to recycling food containers to reusing items from past events, you can easily make your event more sustainable and better for the planet.

In this article, we’ll discuss some best practices for planning sustainable events while keeping your event goals real and attainable.

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Fundraising Weekly - May 7, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on May 07, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 197

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Yesterday, we sent out the May edition of our monthly Soapbox Engage newsletter. If you haven’t already subscribed, this is a great way to stay up-to-date on our latest product updates, upcoming community events and webinars, and an endless supply of nonprofit tech and fundraising knowledge on our blog. Subscribe here!

Scroll on down for the latest fundraising ideas and strategies relating to AI fundraising, donor acquisition, and nonprofit budgets!

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

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PUB Crawl - May 06, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on May 06, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers! And welcome to May!

We’re getting ready to send out our monthly Soapbox Engage newsletter. If you haven’t already subscribed, this is a great way to stay up-to-date on our latest product updates, upcoming community events and webinars, and an endless supply of nonprofit tech and fundraising knowledge on our blog. Subscribe here!

Scroll on down for the latest ideas, solutions, questions, and events from the 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 - April 30, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 30, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 196

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! It’s hard to believe it’s already time to say goodbye to April, but I’m ready to see what the next month has in store!

This Thursday, we’re going to take a look at the Soapbox Engage Shop app and how e-commerce can benefit your nonprofit by adding a new revenue stream. Whether you plan to sell merchandise, subscriptions, or memberships, the Shop app makes it easy. Plus, a recent release added support for selling digital products (think ebooks, online courses, content libraries…). Hope to see you there!

Scroll on down for your weekly dose of fundraising goodness!

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

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PUB Crawl - April 29, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 29, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers! I hope this weekend left you feeling refreshed and energized for a new week.

The theme of this week’s newsletter is Summer ’24! There are already so many great overviews and resources circulating for the Summer ’24 Release. A huge thank you to all the community members who are spreading the Salesforce love and knowledge. The Trailblazer Community wouldn’t be the same without you!

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 - April 23, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 23, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 195

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

It’s that time of the week once more! Time to level up on your fundraising skills and learn from industry experts. Want to improve your donor qualification process? Need to find ways to make your nonprofit standout in a world packed with information and causes? Or is it time to develop a strategy focused on Gen Z, the next generation of donors? Wherever you are in your nonprofit journey, the Fundraising Weekly has your back!

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

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PUB Crawl - April 22, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 22, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Greetings, Trailblazers! I hope this week is shaping up to be an excellent one!

I wanted to take a moment to encourage folks to follow @picnet on Twitter and Soapbox Engage on LinkedIn. In addition to curating the PUB Crawl, we like to stay on top of all things Salesforce and nonprofit tech and share important updates and resources on our social channels. You can even follow hashtags like #PUBCrawlNewsletter and #SalesforceNonprofit on Twitter to get notifications for topical posts!

Scroll on down for the latest ideas, solutions, questions, and events from the 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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5 Donor Qualification Best Practices for All Nonprofits

by Soapbox Engage on April 19, 2024

People shaking hands with the title of this article overlaid, “5 Donor Qualification Best Practices for All Nonprofits”

Identifying and building relationships with more mid-level and major donors over time helps ensure your organization can meet its fundraising goals and keep growing sustainably.

But you have to approach this kind of relationship-centric fundraising efficiently to preserve your nonprofit’s precious time and resources. That’s where donor qualification comes in.

This guide details five best practices to improve your nonprofit’s approach (or help you get started for the first time).

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Fundraising Weekly - April 16, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 16, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 194

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Have you thought about the ways nonprofit marketing is differentiated from for-profit marketing? Though there can be similarities, understanding the differences is crucial for creating an effective marketing strategy that earns your nonprofit new donors and creates strong, lasting supporter relationships. Learn 3 key ways nonprofit marketing is different from for-profit.

Scroll on down for more nonprofit marketing and fundraising tips!

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

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PUB Crawl - April 15, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 15, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Greetings, Trailblazers! I hope you're all having a splendid Monday. Last Thursday was an absolute blast at NPSP Day Minneapolis! These gatherings of curious, enthusiastic, and skilled Salesforce users truly energize me and keep me going through the week. Well, that, and a good cup of coffee, of course! A massive thank you to all who attended last week's event. And if you're eager to bring NPSP Day to your city, don't hesitate to reach out. Let's make more of these happen this year!

Scroll on down for the latest ideas, solutions, questions, and events from the 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 - April 9, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 09, 2024
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Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 193

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Did you manage to catch a glimpse of yesterday's eclipse? It was delightful to take a break during lunchtime and see so many neighbors gathered on their porches and rooftops, sporting eclipse glasses and gazing skyward. I hope you had some time to enjoy the astronomical event!

Keep scrolling for expert fundraising insight related to Gen Z donors, data security, and AI for fundraising.

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

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PUB Crawl - April 8, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 08, 2024
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PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers, and happy solar eclipse! Are any of you in the path of totality? If you’re going to take some time out of your work day to appreciate the astronomical event, remember to grab a pair of eclipse glasses!

In other news, it’s been another great week for PUB Crawl curation! Scroll on down for the latest from the 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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Introducting Soapbox Engage Advanced Fraud Protection

by Soapbox Engage on April 08, 2024

Introducting Soapbox Engage Advanced Fraud Protection

In the world of fundraising, safeguarding donor information is paramount. We understand the gravity of this responsibility, which is why we're thrilled to unveil the cutting-edge Soapbox Engage Advanced Fraud Protection. By integrating this innovative solution with the Soapbox Engage Donations app, you can fortify your transactions with unparalleled security measures.

View the full release announcement here.

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Fundraising Weekly - April 2, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 02, 2024
Tags:Fundraising Weekly, Ryan Ozimek

Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 192

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! And welcome to April!

Have you thought about the ways nonprofit marketing is differentiated from for-profit marketing? Though there can be similarities, understanding the differences is crucial for creating an effective marketing strategy that earns your nonprofit new donors and creates strong, lasting supporter relationships. Learn 3 key ways nonprofit marketing is different from for-profit.

Keep scrolling for expert fundraising insight related to donor loyalty, fundraising metrics, and outdoor fundraising events.

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

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PUB Crawl - April 1, 2024

by Ryan Ozimek on April 01, 2024
Tags:PUB Crawl, Ryan Ozimek

PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers! And Happy April! Don’t worry, no pranks in this newsletter. :)

I’m heading to Denver this week for the NAYDO conference on YMCA philanthropy! Excited to see a few of you there. If you’re in the Denver area, drop me a note— maybe we can catch one another!

Scroll on down for the latest from the Trailblazer Community. April is shaping up to be one busy month!

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 - Mar 26, 2024

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

Fundraising Weekly Newsletter

Issue 191

Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers!

Virtual events are a great way to make fundraising opportunities and nonprofit events more accessible for your community. Consider choosing an event software that integrates with virtual meeting platforms like Zoom. This week, we will show you how to make virtual events run seamlessly on both the front and backend. Join us on Thursday for Virtual Events and Attendance Tracking with Zoom and the Events app.

Scroll on down for some expert fundraising insight related to nonprofit boards, spring fundraising, and capital campaigns.

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

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PUB Crawl - Mar 25, 2024

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

PUB Crawl Newsletter

Happy Monday, Trailblazers!

I had a chance to visit some of the cherry blossoms in DC this weekend. It’s such a beautiful time of year here, and it always seems to vanish as quickly as it begins. I hope you find some time in your busy weeks to appreciate the small changes in your community!

Keep reading for some great events, ideas, and resources from the 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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Ending Strong: 5 Year-End Tips to Retain Nonprofit Members

by Soapbox Engage on March 19, 2024

Ending Strong: 5 Year-End Tips to Retain Nonprofit Members

For many nonprofits, having a robust membership program is key to thriving and fulfilling their mission. Though acquiring new members is essential, retaining existing members is vital to ensuring sustained growth and continued impact.

Year-end marks a pivotal moment when nonprofit members are particularly generous and eager to know how their contributions made an impact in their community. This period is an opportune moment to connect with members and strengthen existing bonds, ensuring their continued support in the coming year.

Here are five actionable tips to retain your nonprofit members and end the year on a strong note.

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