Direct Response Fundraising Donor focused communication begins with understanding with whom you’re communicating and their interests and desires. Instead of meeting donors where they are, these organizations are trying to drive donor and constituent behavior... 10 Jan 2017 The Hunt for Donor Focused Communication Donor focused communication begins with understanding with whom you’re communicating and their interests and desires. Instead of meeting donors where… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising 2016 Value Proposition Index Study just released by Douglas Shaw & Associates and NextAfter answers this age-old question through qualitative and... 09 Aug 2016 Answering the Eternal Question: Why? 2016 Value Proposition Index Study just released by Douglas Shaw & Associates and NextAfter answers this age-old question through qualitative… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising Many nonprofits don’t clearly define their value proposition in interactions with potential donors – which negatively impacts donations and donor relationships. 08 Aug 2016 Value Propositions in Fundraising: New Study Shows Nonprofit Organizations Can Fall Short in Making the Case to Donate Many nonprofits don’t clearly define their value proposition in interactions with potential donors – which negatively impacts donations and donor… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising When working in ministry (and in particular, ministry fundraising) – there’s one golden rule: keep requests for prayer separate from... 05 May 2016 Breaking the Rules When working in ministry (and in particular, ministry fundraising) – there’s one golden rule: keep requests for prayer separate from… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising While teaching in the temple, Jesus is addressing the crowd gathered around Him. Some are asking questions to learn from Him, others are... 12 Apr 2016 Donor Acquisition: When the “Widow’s Mite” Hurts Your Ministry While teaching in the temple, Jesus is addressing the crowd gathered around Him. Some are asking questions to learn from… Doug Shaw
Direct Response Fundraising This week, Facebook unveiled a new set of resources for nonprofits and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), good for both the newbie and... 25 Feb 2016 The New Face of Facebook for Nonprofits This week, Facebook unveiled a new set of resources for nonprofits and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), good for both the newbie… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising A new year always sparks new optimism, and many of us welcomed 2016 with lofty goals. Eating less and exercising more are generally good things... 07 Jan 2016 Development Office Resolutions: Making 2016 Your Best Fundraising Year A new year always sparks new optimism, and many of us welcomed 2016 with lofty goals. Eating less and exercising… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising Welcome to 2017! A new year bringing opportunities to do things differently. Even small changes can impact the success of your fundraising... 05 Jan 2016 Making 2017 Your Best Fundraising Year Ever Welcome to 2017! A new year bringing opportunities to do things differently. Even small changes can impact the success of… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), in their 2015 Fundraising Effectiveness survey, cites donor attrition at a staggering 54.3%. Across... 19 Nov 2015 Enhancing Donor Retention through Listening and Thanking Donors this Christmas The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), in their 2015 Fundraising Effectiveness survey, cites donor attrition at a staggering 54.3%. Across… Douglas Shaw & Associates
Direct Response Fundraising The media loves a good charitable works story during the Christmas season. With cameras and microphones pointed in the direction of many... 05 Nov 2015 Making the Most of Media Opportunities for Your Ministry The media loves a good charitable works story during the Christmas season. With cameras and microphones pointed in the direction… Douglas Shaw & Associates
