Nonprofit Technology

DonorPerfect’s nonprofit experts and industry partners provide useful technology tips, tools, how-tos and other resources that help organizations of all sizes unlock the power of nonprofit tech and improve their operations.

How to evaluate fundraising software

Get your nonprofit CRM evaluation checklist DOWNLOAD NOW What is the best fundraising software? Though recommendations from third parties may help you narrow down the wide selection of nonprofit CRMs available, only you and your team know what’s best for your organization. So before delving into features, ask yourself: How can fundraising software help you Read More »

How to Start a Monthly Giving Program in 5 Simple Steps

Six out of every ten donors will stop giving to your organization next year – but you can reverse that trend with the right fundraising strategy. Your existing donors actually have the most potential. They know you, they gave to you, and they most likely want to give more. It’s just a matter of retaining Read More »

Release Announcement: Stay on Top of Donor Outreach

To be a transformational fundraiser, focused on donor relationships and retention, you need to stay in touch with your donors. The new DonorPerfect Home Page compiles the tasks you’ve been assigned into a to-do list that you’ll see right when you log in. That way, you can always keep your donors at top of mind. Read More »

Ask a Donor – 5 Reasons Why a Donor Doesn’t Give After Their First Donation

Believe me when I say I’m a nice person. Pets instinctively like me. I over-tip at restaurants, and I don’t forget to tip hotel housekeepers. Sure, I suffer from the occasional road rage, but I keep my fingers on the steering wheel instead of out the window to avoid making unkind gestures. But I’m sorry, Read More »

Marketing Your Monthly Giving Program: 6 Tips for Increased Retention

Ongoing cultivation is crucial to any fundraising initiative and monthly giving is no different. Your recurring donors are genuinely happy to hear from your organization and enjoy seeing how their gifts have made a difference- no matter how small. That’s why marketing your monthly giving program is all about creating a story together. It’s important Read More »

8 Donor Outreach Ideas for Transformational Fundraisers

These days, people want to be a part of something bigger than themselves. How can you harness the power of this paradigm shift to strengthen your donor retention within your own donor community and get closer to your fundraising goals? It’s all about a shift of your own toward transformational fundraising. That means: Get an Read More »