Email Marketing

If your nonprofit’s digital strategy ends at donor acquisition, you’re leaving money—and meaningful relationships—on the table. Retaining donors in digital channels isn’t just about sending another email or posting a thank-you on Instagram. It’s about using data, creative storytelling, and tech-enabled touchpoints to forge a lasting, emotional connection. In this post, we’ll cover practical digital donor retention best practices—plus innovative tactics you haven’t tried yet—to help you turn one-time givers into lifelong champions.

If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen wondering how to write a fundraising email that doesn’t feel stiff or robotic, you’re not alone. Asking someone for money—especially over email—can feel awkward. But with a little strategy, it becomes easier.