Profitable Fundraising for Non-Profits: The Complete Guide

Direct mail remains the dominant fundraising outreach channel for many organizations of all types and sizes. Even as online channels continue to grow, mail is one of the best ways to acquire, upgrade and retain donors and members.

In this guide we cover:

  • 3 reasons why direct mail works for non-profits
  • How non-profits use direct mail
  • 9 profitable fundraising strategies

 

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