Thank-yous are vital to nonprofit marketing. A generic form letter doesn’t get the job done. But there are guidelines you can follow to craft a powerful thank-you message for different occasions and types of donations. What’s inside How to write the perfect donor thank-you email Make ...
Saying “thank you” is an essential part of any healthy, meaningful relationship. Whether you’re thanking a friend for doing you a favor or expressing appreciation for a gift you received, it’s important to acknowledge people for the impact they’ve made on your life. The same goes for ...
Picture this. You spend Giving Tuesday volunteering a few hours for your favorite cause. Maybe you sort donations at the local women’s shelter or break a sweat clearing trails for your neighborhood nature preserve. You go home feeling grateful for the opportunity to give back. But then, you ...
When you’re responsible for “doing it all” in a one-person marketing and development department, how do you set up the systems tp ensure thatevery donorfeels appreciated…and continues to give? “I’ve been sending them donations for two years…and never received a thank you – let alon...
Sadly it was the standard thank you letter. You know. The kind that begins:“Dear Ms. Grow (makes me feel like my grandmother): Thank you for supporting XYZ with your gift of $XX. We are delighted to welcome you to our esteemed group of friends and supporters. We look forward … We...
Choose between a thank you letter or thank you email As you prepare to write your Giving Tuesday thank you notes, it’s important to pick the right format. Thank you letters can feel more personal and offer a physical reminder of your appreciation. But you’ll need to pay for stationary ...