April 28, 2025
If you're trying to edit HTML in Luminate Online but find the platform keeps "correcting" your code, it's probably the WYSIWYG editor. Here’s how to turn it off in just a few clicks.
April 9, 2025
A/B testing is a game-changer for nonprofits looking to optimize their email campaigns. By experimenting with different elements—such as subject lines, calls-to-action (CTAs), and content—organizations can boost engagement, improve conversions, and maximize their outreach impact.
March 7, 2025
Ensuring your emails reach inboxes is crucial for engagement, donations, and campaign success. If your messages are flagged as spam or blocked, our email deliverability services in Blackbaud Luminate Online® can help optimize performance and improve results. Here is what our technical experts recommend:
February 11, 2025
In nonprofit fundraising, donors are at the heart of moving our work forward. Their support drives our progress and makes our mission possible. Showing appreciation is not just a courtesy — it’s a cornerstone of building pivotal relationships and a robust digital fundraising strategy. In nonprofit email strategy specifically, segmentation is key in building lasting connections, communicating more effectively, and strengthening your network to maximize impact.
February 5, 2025
Let’s be real—nobody loves seeing unsubscribe requests. But for nonprofits, it’s not all bad news. An unsubscribe page is actually a chance to show your supporters that you respect their preferences while keeping the door open for future engagement. Whether someone is overwhelmed with emails or just adjusting their involvement, how you handle their opt-out process can leave a lasting impression.
The good news? With a little thought and creativity, you can turn an unsubscribe into a moment of connection. From offering flexible email preferences to highlighting the impact of your work, this post will walk you through the steps to create an unsubscribe experience that feels good for everyone involved. Let’s get started!
January 3, 2025
2024 was an exciting year for fundraising professionals, with new challenges and opportunities reshaping how we connect with donors. Looking back at our most popular blog posts of the year, several themes emerge—security and compliance, donor-centric strategies, regulatory adaptation, and the growing influence of donor-advised funds. Let’s revisit our top 4 blog posts of 2024 and see what they reveal about the future of fundraising.
November 7, 2024
IThe FTC recently updated its longstanding Negative Option Rule, now called the Rule Concerning Recurring Subscriptions and Other Negative Option Programs, to strengthen protections for consumers. This update is designed to curb misleading enrollment and billing practices in subscription models. For nonprofits with monthly giving programs, these new regulations are a timely reminder to ensure donor experiences are transparent and cancellation processes are straightforward.
October 25, 2024
In the world of digital fundraising, things move especially fast. And a December Giving Tuesday means it’s going to be even faster. Although we have a few more days to prepare this year (which can make a big difference), once it’s here, it’s time to run! Here's what we're doing with our clients to prepare.
October 4, 2024
Giving Tuesday is a global day of giving inspired by generosity and gratitude. It’s an exciting day for nonprofits, which, in turn, makes it a super-saturated market for fundraising.
From increasing year-end donations to new donor acquisition, every organization will have their own goals for Giving Tuesday. Whatever they may be, there are some proven digital fundraising strategies that can improve engagement, drive traffic, and make your Giving Tuesday campaign stand out.
