If you feel like you’re stuck in a rut with your appeals and you’re not sure how to make them better, this webinar was designed just for you. Kiersten Hill will talk about how fundraising has changed in recent years, steps you can take to modify your appeals for the better and creative ways to blow a breath of fresh air into appeals that feel very “been there, done that.” Plus, you’ll discover how to maximize your spend to get the most R for your I with your appeal strategy. You’l...| Firespring
Chances are, you’ve heard the acronym “SEO” (Search Engine Optimization). But learning what it means and how to do it well can feel nerve-racking. Here’s the thing about SEO : it’s not as scary as it sounds, and ignoring it means the people who need you might not find you. Let’s fix that. What is SEO? Think of SEO as making your website optimized for both people and search engines. When someone searches “animal rescue volunteers” or “food bank near me,” you want your nonpr...| Firespring
Let’s be real, constant event planning can be exhausting and drain your nonprofit’s resources. While nonprofits often rely on galas, auctions and other large events, these efforts may not be building long-term relationships. In fact, nonprofits retain only 19.4% of new donors each year, suggesting traditional approaches aren’t necessarily creating lasting connections. (Bloomerang). Event planning consumes resources and can burn out teams. If you’re looking for a better way, you...| Firespring
Stamp prices are increasing again, and we’re here to explain why it’s not the end of the world. Starting July 13, 2025, mailing a letter will cost $0.78, up from $0.73. That’s a 7.4% increase, part of the USPS’s 10-year “Delivering for America” plan to restore financial stability. Yes, it’s another price hike. No, it’s not a reason to panic or give up on your direct mail campaigns. In fact, this might be the time to double down on smarter mailing strategies. Bulk postage r...| Firespring
(May 8, 2025) LINCOLN, Neb. — Firespring, a marketing, technology and custom printing company, was proud to be honored with two 2025 Prism Awards by the Lincoln Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA Lincoln). Prism awards are bestowed for excellence in marketing in Lincoln and the surrounding communities. Firespring was recognized for its collaboration with the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Tobacco Free Nebraska (TFN) program and the Nebraska Tobacco Quitline...| Firespring
According to GoFundMe Pro (formerly Classy), LinkedIn is the highest converting social media channel for nonprofits, with a 30% conversion rate on mobile and 50% on desktop. Not only is the platform the highest converting, but LinkedIn for Nonprofits found that LinkedIn members are 56% more likely than the average person online to donate to nonprofits. If your nonprofit has not been taking advantage of everything LinkedIn offers, it’s not too late! LinkedIn is as relevant today as ever—an...| Firespring
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