How to Expand Your Donor Base (The RIGHT Way)

Key Takeaways:

  • Demonstrate Impact:

    • Use storytelling to showcase tangible outcomes and maintain transparency with regular updates via newsletters, social media, and email campaigns.

  • Diversify Fundraising Channels:

    • Reach new communities by leveraging online platforms, social media, and in-person networking events to engage diverse demographics and generations.

  • Relationship Building:

    • Personalize donor communication, utilize segmentation, and invite prospects to learn about your projects to foster trust and commitment.

  • Stewardship and Recognition:

    • Implement donor appreciation programs, offer public recognition, and showcase how generosity impacts the community to retain donors and attract new supporters through word-of-mouth.

Marti Barrow, CFRE | Vice President of Client Services

Certified Fundraising Executive. 16 years experience as a professional fundraiser. Specializing in healthcare nonprofits. Bachelor’s Degree the University of Hawaii. Manages all in-person/virtual educational programming. Association of Fundraising Professionals Member.

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