mstein636Oct 26, 20211 minNew California Law to Impact Nonprofit Online GivingA new law was recently passed in the California legislature, AB 488 (Irwin), which will provide important new protections for online...
Michael SteinOct 13, 20214 minThe Ultimate Last-Minute Year-End Checklist and Guide for NonprofitsUse this checklist to make sure that you haven’t missed or overlooked any key elements that will boost your campaign’s success.
Michael SteinOct 1, 20215 min10 Tips to Supercharge Your Year-End Online GivingAs your team begins planning its year-end fundraising campaigns, here are 10 online fundraising techniques to supercharge your efforts.
Michael SteinApr 29, 20215 minNonprofit Fundraising in the Age of COVIDOur situation in 2020 is complex as we cope with the triple challenge of the coronavirus, economic hardship, and high unemployment.
Michael SteinNov 17, 20205 min6 Tips to Make Your 2020 Giving Tuesday Campaign a SuccessThis has been a challenging year for many nonprofits in the midst of a global health emergency and economic fragility. This has impacted...
Michael SteinAug 28, 20205 minHow Nonprofits Can Improve Their Digital Engagement with TestingTesting is the best and most reliable way to improve a digital program.
Michael SteinAug 3, 20206 min6 Tips for Nonprofits to Improve Their Email Deliverability and Raise More Money OnlineWith fewer email messages getting into supporter inboxes these past few years, it reduces revenue for fundraising campaigns.
Michael SteinJun 15, 20202 min6 Best Practices for Engaging Your Donors Year-RoundBuilding strong relationships with your audiences requires a year-round plan so you can connect meaningfully & encourage deeper engagement.
Michael SteinJun 1, 20203 minHow to Build and Sustain a Successful Monthly Giving ProgramNonprofits can rely on monthly giving for consistent revenue to the organization.
Michael SteinOct 23, 20193 min9 Tips to Maximize Your Giving TuesdayGiving Tuesday is a unique opportunity for your organization to engage with your donors, supporters, and volunteers -- and raise money!
Michael SteinMay 20, 20194 minWhat I Learned About Digital Engagement from the 2019 M+R Benchmarks ReportEvery year, nonprofit consultants M+R release their annual Benchmarks report, which provides an overview of digital trends in the sector.
Michael SteinMay 14, 20183 min8 Digital Fundraising Trends in 2018Digital fundraising is constantly evolving, so it’s important to stay on top of emerging trends and take advantage of new tools.
Michael SteinMay 9, 20182 minUse An Email Welcome Series To Engage With New Online SupportersAn email welcome series is essential to making a good first impression with new subscribers on your email list.
Michael SteinFeb 9, 20182 min6 best practices for engaging your donors year-roundBuilding strong relationships with your various audiences requires a year-round communications plan.
Michael SteinDec 17, 20173 min10 tips to improve your donor newsletterEngaging with your donors is critical to your fundraising efforts, and your donor newsletter is a key tool on the path to success.
Michael SteinSep 17, 20173 min6 tips to improve your next fundraising campaign using digital storytellingIn the digital environment we can use storytelling in innovative ways to inspire supporters and donors — and raise more money.
Michael SteinJul 18, 20174 minGiving in the Age of TrumpLike many people, I was intrigued and delighted at the news of big giving surges that occurred in the wake of Trump’s victory.
Michael SteinMay 12, 20173 min7 best practices to engage and retain donors for nonprofitsMany express “fatigue” from the over-messaging or clumsy communications they receive from nonprofits they support.
Michael SteinMar 21, 20174 minHarness the latest giving trends for digital fundraising successThe digital landscape has become ground zero as a prime organizing and engagement channel.
Michael SteinSep 1, 20168 minThe Changing Landscape Of The Donor Management System MarketThe donor management system market looks vastly different than it did 15 years ago, with more options available.