by Suzanne Bakker | Jun 16, 2023 | donations, donor relations, storytelling | Fundraising
We know that stories are important in our communication with (potential) donors. And we know that not every story works for every donor. So what’s important in stories? Why a story? Quick recap why we want to share stories in combination with facts. Through stories we...
by Suzanne Bakker | Jun 8, 2023 | project plan, project proposal, storytelling | Fundraising
Someone asked a really great question: how can I present my project to a donor who is not nearby and cannot come and see what we do? I love the insight behind that question. The understanding that your donor needs to feel a connection to your project that’s not just...
by Suzanne Bakker | Jun 2, 2023 | funding, nonprofit management, project design, project grant, project proposal | Fundraising
Recently I wrote how crucial it is to make sure that the projects you develop are aligned with your vision, mission and value statement. Immediately, people asked me: “But what about the money?” Yes, I know all of us nonprofits need money. And you may think that means...
by Suzanne Bakker | Apr 14, 2023 | communication, donations, donor relations, SOPs, tools | Fundraising
If you’re looking to keep your donors happy with how you treat them, you need to have your systems in order. I mean, if you want to be sure you are sending your donors the updates they want to receive, and not messages that will annoy them, you need to keep track of a...
by Suzanne Bakker | Apr 10, 2023 | donations, nonprofit management, SOPs | Fundraising
Are you treating your private individual donors like kings and queens? Or are you making them feel neglected? Perhaps you are even annoying them? It sounds scary – but it might be happening unintentionally! So I invite you to take a moment to write down all the...
by Suzanne Bakker | Apr 3, 2023 | donations, nonprofit management, SOPs | Fundraising
One thing that puzzles me is why some nonprofits make it so hard for people to donate. Sit down for a moment and think about your own nonprofit practice. Key questions about your donation button Do you have a donate button on your website? Where on your website? What...
