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The Analog Charm of Broadcast Voice Messages: Thank-You Edition
There are few better moments to reach out and thank your donors than the beginning and end of the year. After a busy season of giving touchpoints in December with Giving Tuesday, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s Eve, it’s no surprise that some charities see a third or more of their annual revenue arrive in December…
What Makes a Giving Tuesday Campaign Break Through?
Giving Tuesday has become a mainstay of the Canadian fundraising calendar – and although many organizations take part, the real opportunity lies in turning one big day into lasting donor relationships. This year, we sat down with our partners at the Greater Vancouver Food Bank (GVFB) and Generosity X to unpack what made GVFB’s 2024…
Lessons from the Last Postal Strike – and How to Be Ready for the Next One
With Canada once again facing the possibility of a postal strike, fundraisers are rightfully concerned about maintaining donation flow and supporter engagement. In December 2024, many charities had to quickly adapt their year-end fundraising plans in response to widespread postal service disruptions. In February, Stratcom and our friends at ST hosted a webinar: “Lessons from…
Four Tips for Successful Year-End Fundraising Texts
Year-end is a crucial time for fundraising. Many donors have the habit of waiting until December to finalize their giving decisions – some motivated by the season’s feelings of giving and generosity, others by the December 31 tax deadline. However, this busy time also means competing for donors’ attention amidst holiday shopping, gatherings, cooking, and…
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