Monthly Archives: January 2007

Use Quotations in Your Fundraising Appeal Letters to Inspire and Motivate Your Donors.

Next time you write a letter to a donor but can’t think of the best way to express yourself, let someone else do it for you. Someone like Mother Theresa. Mark Twain. Rosa Parks. Ernest Hemmingway. —————————————————————- Receive a free … Continue reading

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Why New Non-profits Shouldn’t Use Direct Mail to Raise Start-up Capital.

Be warned. If you’re starting a non-profit and don’t have $100,000 in the bank, don’t use direct mail. You literally cannot afford to use direct mail to raise funds right now. —————————————————————- Receive a free fundraising tip like this each … Continue reading

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In Direct Mail Donor Acquisition, What You Win Them With Is What You Win Them To.

Want to learn a vital lesson in donor retention? Here’s a tactic from Sunday School to avoid. —————————————————————- Receive a free fundraising tip like this each week by email. Sign up for Raiser Sharpe Tips here Browse Alan’s books, handbooks … Continue reading

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