Tips and examples for planned and major giving
Now more than ever, good writing matters for nonprofits. Not only do emails drive more than 16% of online donations, but fundraisers have also had to be extra conscientious of messaging while dealing with a global pandemic, turbulent election cycle, and an uncertain economy.
The current moment has compelled nonprofits to alter their traditional donor communication strategies — especially when discussing planned or major giving. Successful organizations have crafted messaging that is sensitive, considerate, and extremely effective at engaging supporters. With only 8 seconds to capture a person's attention with an email, your writing is put to the test from the first glance.
To help you write more effectively, we've created a guide with our top writing tips as well as example emails from successful nonprofits.
What's inside:
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Why email writing matters for fundraising
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10 writing tips for effective emails
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9 email examples & why they work