The main areas of fundraising
CDE project 3 appendix 3: sample questions
by The Commission on the Donor Experience
A quick Google search will bring up many sample questionnaires, but for ease we have included a couple here.
Read moreCDE project 3 appendix 2: frequently asked questions
by The Commission on the Donor Experience
In our research (see Appendix 4), several people mentioned barriers to measuring how their donors feel. This section lists the most common of these and gives our advice.
Read moreCDE project 7 summary: companies

by The Commission on the Donor Experience
This project will consider all aspects of the evolving field of corporate partnerships from the perspective of the donor - including directors, senior managers, selection panels and staff to identify ways of enhancing the experience to the benefit of all involved.
Read moreCDE project 5 summary: the supporter’s journey

by The Commission on the Donor Experience
This project will define the process and seek to be helpful to fundraisers wishing to offer their donors a truly satisfying, rewarding long-term experience.
Read moreCDE project 11c digital section 2 part 3: putting the principles and actions into practise

by The Commission on the Donor Experience
Marketing consent - Email marketing - Mobile-oriented design and browser adaptation - Search Engine Optimisation - How donations are accepted
Read moreCDE project 11c digital section 2 part 2: putting the principles and actions into practise
by The Commission on the Donor Experience
Usability - General website usability - Accessibility - Language use - Storytelling - Storytelling and conversations
Read moreCDE project 11c digital section 2 part 1: putting the principles and actions into practise

by The Commission on the Donor Experience
Technological innovation and its use for charity - Understand and design based on donor preferences - Online Journeys
Read moreCDE project 11c summary: digital

by The Commission on the Donor Experience
This guidance is intended to help fundraisers, supporter engagement staff and the organisation you work for to design better online supporter experiences that engage and delight them.
Read moreHow thank-you letters can help you achieve your major giving potential

by Ikhlaq Hussain
Ikhlaq Hussain shares his expert advice on how to write considerate, effective thank-you letters for major donors that are more likely to lead to further donations.
Read moreBritish Heart Foundation ‘Gift of Hope’ and ‘Give in Celebration’

by Joe Burnett
Find out how the British Heart Foundation completely reinvented their strategy for in memory giving. How? By providing a more involving experience for donors and making great use of new technology. A wonderful lesson for all fundraisers
Read morePennies, the digital charity box

by Joe Saxton
Taking advantage of the boom in contactless payments, Pennies allows donors to contribute quickly and without any hassle.
Read moreSt Michael’s Hospital Foundation: Living in a multi-generational world

by SOFII
St Michael's Hospital and Foundation's Urban Angel magazine is one of the best charity magazines in Canada, going from strength to strength. We take a look at its most successful yet, the Fall 2016 edition.
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