Fundraisers – Don’t Panic!

Fundraisers – Don’t Panic!

The numbers are in from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project and there are concerning data points to be sure. Retention numbers are down again, new donor numbers are down, and the total number of donors has declined year over year by 10%.   But let’s dig a little...
7 Insights from the Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium

7 Insights from the Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium

I had the good fortune to attend the Nonprofit Fundraisers Symposium last month in Washington, DC. If I had one word to describe this conference, it would be “Wow!” Co-produced by the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (DMAW) and The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA),...
Designing with a DEI Lens: 6 Tips

Designing with a DEI Lens: 6 Tips

Impact was proud to be a sponsor and organizer of the recent DMAW Creative Day on May 5th. It was a full day with 10 speakers and tons of great content. Dian Holton from AARP shared insights on designing for the full and beautiful diversity of your readers. Here are...
Great Stories Start with Great Interviews

Great Stories Start with Great Interviews

People give to people. So your fundraising letters, newsletters, email campaigns and case statements should highlight PEOPLE in your organization. Tell me about the people served by your organization, or the staff person who has dedicated their life to this work, or...