Creating and managing membership tiers can be a powerful tool for any membership organization. But when done wrong, it not only creates an administrative nightmare but also frustrates your members. In this blog, we’ll explore how to effectively implement membership tiers to avoid these pitfalls and why getting them right is crucial for your organization’s . . . read more
Most nonprofit organizations are looking for additional sources of income to help them fulfill their mission. Membership-based nonprofits such as trade associations, professional groups, chambers of commerce, and social clubs often overlook money-generating opportunities. Many features are available to them within their non profit membership software platform, often at no extra cost. You’ll appreciate this . . . read more
Putting together an email newsletter can feel like a big production. First there’s brainstorming the list of topics; then there’s gathering research, writing and then actually laying out the enewsletter in your email service provider. And don’t forget the proofing, rounds of revisions and testing to be sure the email looks good across many email . . . read more
Chambers of commerce have a variety of tools to choose from when building a chamber of commerce website. Some chamber platforms require chambers to use one of their website templates. Other chamber membership systems allow chambers to use a popular website builder like Squarespace, WordPress, Weebly, Wix or Duda. If you are looking to build a new chamber site or undertake a redesign it’s a good idea to examine your choices and limitations before proceeding.
Chamber management software is an essential tool for chambers that seek to streamline processes, increase retention, and boost productivity. MembershipWorks chamber software delivers these results at a lower cost and with better support options.
Membership sites are a great way to monetize your content, promote offerings to a loyal community and increase your revenue. There are also many challenges to handling memberships, the biggest of which is retaining members. Members are the lifeblood of your business, so you obviously want to keep them on for as long as possible. . . . read more
Photo by Vlad Deep. 12 Essential Nonprofit Trends to Watch in 2022 The unprecedented changes in the last two years have shifted the way we live, work and communicate. In a time of limited face-to-face interactions and physical events, digital technology became a saving grace for many nonprofits, ushering in new strategies for membership collaboration, . . . read more
Understanding the Basics of Capital Campaigns Embarking on a capital campaign is no easy feat, even for experienced fundraising professionals. Capital campaigns demand seamless communication, cooperation and event planning. So if you’re thinking of raising money for a project, it’s essential to understand how capital campaigns work. In this guide, you’ll learn all about the . . . read more
As a nonprofit staffer or executive, you know that keeping your finances in order is critical to your success. But what about your donors? Do they understand how their donations are being used? One way to ensure transparency and clarity for your donors is to provide receipts detailing their donations. In this article, we will . . . read more
Giving season is officially upon us. This is the time when donors feel most generous – an estimated 30% of giving happens in December alone! And because this time of the year is so lucrative, most non-profits will hold some version of a holiday fundraiser. With that being said, it can be difficult to make . . . read more
