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    RE: Direct mail appeal writing

    By: Cyprus Van Inwegen , 2 hours ago
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    Chiming in to second what Sarah said about including a QR code, AND a highly visible website URL that is easy to type - like "Visit website.org/Give". Our direct mail campaigns have resulted in a huge amount of online giving.  You could also try a postcard! ...

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    RE: Have you hired a lobbyist?

    By: Carol Carbary , 6 hours ago
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    Hello, Apologies for being late in responding. I've been in fundraising for more than 25 years and for the first time, starting working with a lobbyist in November 2022. I'd be more than happy to chat with you. Carol Carbary, ACFRE 216-849-7068 ...

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    RE: Switching Online Giving Processor

    By: Erica Waasdorp , 7 hours ago
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    hi, absolutely, that makes a lot of sense.. especially because you position it to make the donor's life easier. great approach.  cheers, erica ------------------------------ Erica Waasdorp Consultant/Principal A Direct Solution Marstons Mills(508) ...

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    RE: A nonprofit that matches it's own gifts?

    By: Anonymous Member , 7 hours ago
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    This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous We found this resource when we were researching "matching gifts." https://perlmanandperlman.com/donor-match-making-legal-considerations-matching-gift-campaigns/

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    Grant writer recommendation?

    By: Beth Rudich , 7 hours ago
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    I am interested in hiring an experienced grant writing consultant who can research new grant opportunities, and then help us with the grant writing, and reporting.  PT, consultant, would be best!  All suggestions welcome. ------------------------------ ...

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    RE: Indigenous, groups. Fundraising.

    By: RoxAnne Darling , 7 hours ago
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    Thank you so much for this valuable insight. I will follow up on you suggestion. Happy Friday Nia':wen Thank you RoxAnne Darling Community Engagement Officer 613-390-0385 www.ginawaydaganuc.ca Sign up for ...

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