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🚨ATTENTION NONPROFIT LEADERS 🚨 Are you interested in learning more about how to leverage the power of AI in your organization? Don't miss this webinar coming up on Thursday, August 8th at 2pm ET. Courtney Hodge from Microsoft for Nonprofits will explore effective prompt writing and how to use Copilot in your fundraising efforts. 📆 Date: Thursday, August 8th ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM EST 📌 Register here 👉 https://vrtuo.us/3LTebUZ #microsoft #ArtificialIntelligence #technology #nonprofit #philanthropy #fundraising #AIforGood

🚀NEW CASE STUDY: ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL🚀 Watch the video case study with Matt Price, Director of Customer Relationship Marketing at Arkansas Children's Hospital. Matt talks about how his organization switched to Virtuous and is transforming donor engagement. Virtuous Benefits: ✅ 360-Degree Donor View: Better donor segmentation and more personalized communication. ✅ Increased Efficiency: Streamlined processes and significant time savings. ✅ Enhanced Collaboration: Real-time data sharing, eliminating team silos. Results: 📈 Significant improvements in efficiency and engagement 📈 Real-time reporting and reduced administrative tasks 📈 Significant ROI within the first year post-implementation Read the full case study here 👉https://vrtuo.us/3X0qZzr Big thanks to Matt and team for your partnership. We’re excited help Arkansas Children's fulfill its mission. 💙 #nonprofit #healthcare #fundraising #philanthropy #customers #casestudy

🎉 **Introducing "Ask a Responsive Fundraiser" – Your Go-To Column for Fundraising Insights!** 🎉 Our expert Responsive Fundraiser, Carly Berna, Director of Product Marketing at Virtuous, is here to answer your burning questions! We’re launching our new advice column, Ask a Responsive Fundraiser. Think Dear Abby meets Genius Bar.  With her decade of experience in fundraising (including switching to Virtuous), Carly is ready to tackle your questions about managing files with automation, switching CRMs, and how data health affects fundraising. But Carly won’t be alone! We’ll feature advice from fundraisers in our network with different expertise and experiences. We’re here to support you through the challenges every fundraiser faces. Read more here 👉 https://vrtuo.us/4fuYQrm 🔍 Have a question for the Responsive Fundraiser? Drop it in the comments or send us a message. Check back every Thursday for more insights and expert advice on the Virtuous Blog. Here’s to making fundraising more efficient, impactful, and, most importantly, responsive! #ResponsiveFundraising #Nonprofit #NonprofitGrowth #Virtuous #Philanthropy #Fundraising

💡What's the 80/20 rule for nonprofits?💡 Our own Charlie Lewis had a great conversation with John Mark Vanderpool to discuss how fundraisers should make sure 80% of their messaging across channels is focused on the stories of how the nonprofit is making an impact in the world. What's the other 20%? Making the ask for money to help the nonprofit do that transformational work. Check out the Responsive Fundraising Playbook to learn more about effective tactics to increase giving to your nonprofit 👉https://vrtuo.us/3WFgAsy #nonprofit #philanthropy #fundraising #strategy

Carly Berna, Director of Product Marketing at Virtuous, knows a thing or two about CRM conversions. After a decade in the nonprofit sector, including leading marketing and development for a $30M organization, she learned some valuable lessons about switching CRMs. She shared her experience and what she learned in a blog post to fundraisers 👉 https://vrtuo.us/3ya6KWl Key Takeaways: 🔍 Reevaluate Ineffective Syncs: If your CRM struggles with data integration, it's time to consider a new solution. Don't waste years on unreliable systems. 🚫 Watch Out for Empty Promises: If your CRM’s roadmap isn’t delivering on its promises, it’s unlikely to evolve as needed. 🛠️ Seek Simplicity: A complex, hard-to-navigate CRM might signal it’s time for a more adaptable solution. 🔄 Be Prepared for Change: Transitioning to a new CRM can be challenging, but the rewards—streamlined operations, better data management, and enhanced fundraising—are worth the effort. Making the switch can transform your operations and amplify your impact. Don’t wait—embrace the change now! #Nonprofit #CRM #DigitalTransformation #Fundraising #Leadership #TechUpgrade #NonprofitCRM

📣ATTENTION NONPROFIT LEADERS 📣 How can you multiply your website traffic without spending a dime on ads? Join us today for this webinar where Eric Linssen, Director of the Community Boost Accelerator, will show you the three-step Google Ad Grant maximization process. This process works for all types of organizations. By the end of this presentation, you’ll have a proven playbook you can use to make it work for you. Register here 👉 https://vrtuo.us/3YHplUD #nonprofit #fundraising #philanthropy #website #googleads

🚀 **Data Quality: Why It Matters and What to Do About It** 📊 In 2016, poor-quality data was costing US businesses an eye-watering $3.1 trillion annually. As our reliance on data and technology has grown, that figure is likely even higher today. In his thought-provoking guest blog post, T. Clay Buck, CFRE explores why data quality is a strategic imperative, not just a technical detail. For nonprofits, the impact is profound. Hubspot reveals that email marketing databases degrade by up to 25% each year. With people frequently changing contact details and data entry errors occurring, our databases are at constant risk of becoming outdated or inaccurate. Here’s why high-quality data is crucial: 🔹 Effective Donor Communication: Ensures your messages reach the right people at the right time. 🔹 Informed Decision-Making: Enables reliable strategy and reporting. 🔹 Enhanced Donor Relationships: Allows for personalized communication and stronger connections. 🔹 Operational Efficiency: Reduces time and effort spent correcting data issues. To tackle these challenges, T. Clay Buck suggests several key steps: 💡 **Steps to Improve Data Quality**: 1️⃣ Conduct Regular Data Audits 2️⃣ Standardize Data Entry 3️⃣ Validate Your Data 4️⃣ Update Records Routinely 5️⃣ De-duplicate Your Database 6️⃣ Cleanse Data Effectively 7️⃣ Maintain Consistency Investing in data quality isn’t just a best practice—it’s essential for driving your mission forward. Cleaner data translates into more effective campaigns, better donor retention, and a greater overall impact. A big thank you to T. Clay Buck, CFRE for shedding light on these crucial insights. Let’s prioritize data quality and ensure our missions thrive. 💪📈 Read more on the Virtuous blog: https://vrtuo.us/3yhzQTy #DataQuality #Nonprofit #Fundraising #DataManagement #DonorRelations #DataHygiene #NonprofitSuccess

🔥 That's a wrap on the 2024 Virtuous User Summit 🔥 We're still buzzing from the incredible energy and insights from the event! Thank you to all the amazing nonprofit leaders and tech partners who joined us. 🌟 Highlights from the summit: 🧭 Product Roadmap: Our CEO Gabe Cooper shared some of the exciting upgrades and innovations coming over the next twelve months. 🎙️ Inspiring Keynotes: Thought leaders shared groundbreaking ideas on the future of nonprofit technology. 🛠️ Hands-On Workshops: Participants engaged in interactive sessions on automation, AI adoption, digital transformation, and leveraging tech for impact. 🤝 Networking Opportunities: Connections were made, ideas were exchanged, and collaborations were sparked. 🎉 A huge shoutout to everyone who contributed to making this event a success. Your passion and dedication to driving positive change are truly inspiring. ☀️ 🌵 Special thanks to our sponsors - Microsoft, Feathr, Barker & Scott, DonorSearch, Venn Technology, Fundraise Up, OneCause, Rooted Software, Cedarstone, Classy, AmPhil, AQ2 Embrace, Dunham+Company. Let’s continue to innovate and transform the nonprofit sector together! Missed the summit this year? Stay tuned for updates about the 2025 User Summit coming soon. #nonprofits #philanthropy #virtuous #UserSummit #fundraising #NonprofitTech #Innovation

🇨🇦 ATTENTION CANADIAN NONPROFITS 🇨🇦 Trust is the foundation of strong donor relationships. For Canadian nonprofits, adhering to CRA gift guidelines is essential. Understanding these regulations can be complex, but Virtuous makes it simple! 🌟 Key CRA Guidelines: ☑️ Receipts: Not always required, but crucial for tax credits. ☑️ Format: Must include essential info like charity name, address, and CRA number. ☑️ Corrections: Issue replacements with original serial numbers. Virtuous helps you stay compliant, streamline receipts, and manage donor data effectively. 🛠️✨ Why Choose Virtuous? 📄 Effortless Receipting: Automate and customize receipts. 💸 International Payments: Seamless donation processing worldwide. 💱 Multi-Currency Support: Track gifts across 155+ currencies. Let Virtuous handle compliance so you can focus on your mission! 🚀 Sargent Solutions Inc. is one of our partners dedicated to helping nonprofits with software integration, prospect management, and gift processing. They are experts in Canadian compliance and serve clients across North America. 🌎 Read our blog to learn more details about CRA guidelines. 👉https://vrtuo.us/4d5olxa #Nonprofits #CRACompliance #DonorManagement #VirtuousCRM #SargentSolutions

🚀 Case Study Spotlight: Jewish Voice Ministries International (JVMI) Boosts Lapsed Donor ROI by 6x with Virtuous 🚀 We’re thrilled to share the incredible success story of Jewish Voice Ministries International (JVMI) and how they leveraged Virtuous' open API integration to achieve a whopping 684% ROI by re-engaging lapsed donors! 🔍 The Challenge: JVMI faced the daunting task of re-engaging lapsed donors, increasing retention rates, and scaling personalized outreach efforts. They needed a robust CRM solution that could integrate seamlessly with their existing tech stack and automate their outreach processes. 💡 The Solution: Using Virtuous’ open API, JVMI created custom automation workflows, easing the administrative burden and ensuring personal touchpoints. This strategic approach allowed JVMI to: ☑️ Automate 130 to 200 daily contact touchpoints ☑️ Deliver a personalized communication cadence, including voicemails and emails ☑️ Run a multichannel fundraising campaign to reactivate donors 📈 The Results: 684% direct response ROI 1,000% ROI including subsequent giving 40,500 communications sent in 9 months 🏆 The Virtuous Difference: JVMI's success story underscores the power of Virtuous’ automation capabilities and integration flexibility, enabling nonprofits to scale their campaigns and achieve remarkable results with minimal manual effort. Learn more about how JVMI revolutionized their donor re-engagement strategy and achieved unparalleled ROI 👉 https://vrtuo.us/3YdXMSq #Nonprofit #Fundraising #CRM #MarketingAutomation #Virtuous #DonorEngagement #NonprofitSuccess