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[Podcast] Brad Davies on Utilizing Tech to Improve Fundraising Strategies

 

Utilizing Technology to Improve Fundraising Strategies

This week, Brad Davies, Fundraiser in Chief at Hatch Fundraising, joined Virtuous CEO Gabe Cooper on The Modern Nonprofit Fundraiser Podcast to discuss his experiences as a nonprofit executive, fundraising consultant and technology aficionado. They also discuss common challenges nonprofit fundraisers face and how technology can help overcome them.

Highlights from this episode:

  • How initial communications have significant impact on whether donors return, and what nonprofits can do to improve their first impressions and outreach.
  • Trends in donor retention, and how nonprofits can turn churn rates around.
  • The ingredients for a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
  • Ways to transition into a successful fundraiser in today’s digital era.
  • Key elements that drive online revenue, and improving the donor’s giving experience.

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Below are three ways we can help you begin your journey to building more personalized fundraising with responsive technology.

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From Database to Donation Engine: How to Use Your Nonprofit CRM As a Fundraising Machine

From Database to Donation Engine: How to Use Your Nonprofit CRM As a Fundraising Machine

Discover how to turn your CRM into a donor engagement and revenue growth engine. Learn from industry expert Andrew Olsen in this actionable webinar recap.
Old Ways Won’t Win New Donors: Exploring the Tactics + Tech to Thrive in a Digital-First World

Old Ways Won’t Win New Donors: Exploring the Tactics + Tech to Thrive in a Digital-First World

Learn how nonprofit organizations can thrive in a digital-first world by leveraging responsive fundraising technology to increase donor retention and engagement.
The Formula for Fundraising Success with Diana Hoyt

The Formula for Fundraising Success with Diana Hoyt

In this episode of The Responsive Lab, Virtuous co-hosts Carly Berna and Scott Holthaus talk with Diana Hoyt, founder of Formula for Fundraising.

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