A Compliance Notice from the 501 Commons Human Resources Program

Fundraising is key to furthering your nonprofit’s mission and amplifying your impact. Since the communication channels you use greatly affect the way donors engage with your organization, it’s essential to focus on the channels they use frequently—such as text messaging.

All nonprofit marketers tackle this question daily. Marketing campaigns can vary greatly between nonprofits based on their specific donor base, but the common thread tying them all together? Bridging the emotional gap between your audience and your mission, which requires deep emotional intelligence (EQ).

Written by Vonnita Jones

At 501 Commons, we understand the critical role of efficient communication in today’s digital nonprofit landscape. That’s why we advocate for the integration of Teams Phones—a dynamic solution offering comprehensive communication capabilities within Microsoft Teams.

Competitive compensation packages help you lead a more successful nonprofit hiring process. Attractive compensation offerings appeal to prospective employees in the recruitment phase and can pave the way for long-term employee retention.

In 2023, the average first-time donor retention rate was 19.63%. This means that for every 100 new donors nonprofits recruited, less than 20 of them returned to make a second contribution.

Your nonprofit’s brand makes it stand out from the crowd, communicates its mission more effectively, and inspires support for its efforts. When supporters can immediately recognize your organization’s brand, it builds confidence that leads to stronger relationships and increased engagement. But to experience these benefits, it’s critical to maintain consistency in your branding.

When you are preparing your next budget, consider all the time you spend worrying about administrative tasks that you don’t feel confident your organization has the expertise to do efficiently and correctly.

Are you making the most of your fundraising software?

Does your staff team know how to spot the difference between a legitimate email requesting payment for an invoice and a phishing scam that's meant to steal funds or data from you?

Think about all the digital tools that make your nonprofit’s work possible—from your website and constituent relationship management (CRM) software to the platforms you use to communicate with donors and run fundraisers.

Whether you’re still tracking constituent data in disconnected (and unsecured!) Excel spreadsheets or if you feel like your database needs a “deep clean,” we’re here to help!

Planning a successful event can be challenging. Your nonprofit has many balls to juggle and to-do lists to complete for everything to run smoothly. However, one detail that you should not overlook is accessibility.

As a nonprofit leader, you’ve spent significant time and energy planning for your organization’s long-term growth. To put those plans into action and maximize your impact, it’s crucial to prioritize your nonprofit’s financial future, too.