Thursday 16 April 2015

The Basics Of Donor Cultivation Strategies

By Joanna Walsh


Non profit organizations are faced with the challenge of getting donors for sponsorship of their programs and projects for the cause they are supporting. With this, it is very important to nurture a relationship with donors so that fundraising will be successful. Somehow, this will rely on strategies, effective communication, consistency, and reputation.

Before proceeding, we define cultivation as a building of relationship for stewardship. This means that it includes donor cultivation strategies in order to proceed with the programs and projects. A non profit organization is not capable of generating its own funds. Hence, it needs the help of profit organizations like commercial companies.

Unicef and World Vision are some of the best examples of non profit organizations. They help people who are affected in calamities, war, victims of abuse, and a lot more. They are for the elimination of poverty, upholding the rights of individuals, the promotion of education, eradication of slavery, and other causes.

The very conventional way to collect donations is through communication processes. It is important that they set an appointment, sit down with the prospective donors, and present all the necessary details to them one by one. More so, it is important to invite them for a partnership which is more than just giving pledges on one particular occurrence but will ensure utmost support for future projects.

Companies are liable for their corporate responsibilities. One way to perform this is participating in charitable organizations. This is one of their ways to give back to the society and the environment that they coexist with. Hence, the nonprofit institutions are their channel in reaching out to the communities.

Other strategies in cultivation include the creation of promotional materials. They also need to immerse in the field or community they are planning to help and tell their stories with pictures and video presentations to the prospects. It is important that they will see what the situation is, how worse it has become, and how much help is needed. This is a strategy that targets the pathos or emotions.

This is also the awareness part where the facts of the cause are laid down the table. With awareness, they can be stirred to take action. And taking action not only means donating certain amounts of money but also, more importantly, selfless participation through the spirit of volunteerism.

How consistent an institution is will influence donors. If they see reports in the news, whether in television, print, or internet, some of them will call and communicate with the organization at their own will. They really want to be sure if their donations actually reach the end users. Furthermore, they want to be part of the advertising campaign as sponsors. This will add to brand recognition and customer trust.

Using the media, anything can be possible. Videos, articles, and awareness programs can be done through the internet to call for attention. This way, the public will be aware of what is going on. For most of the time, awareness and understanding of the situation will encourage help and action.




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