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As nonprofits work frantically on year-end campaigns, we've got 15 simple tips to help you make the most of a year-end text message campaign.
December 2, 2024
Where do you start with texting? It can be overwhelming. No worries. We can help: We’ve got a playbook to help you get started and get results.
November 12, 2024
With everything on your plate, you don’t have time to create graphics. So we did it for you. Social media graphics as part of our free playbook to get started.
October 26, 2024
You can maximize your year-end giving efforts with text messaging. Adding this highly effective channel to your marketing mix can increase your donations.
October 9, 2024
See how texting can work for you with weekly coaching tips via text message. Simple, practical, encouraging. Consider the possibilities for your nonprofit.
December 12, 2024
Free webinar with fundraising pro Claire Axelrad to talk about growing your audience and converting email subscribers to text message subscribers.
August 21, 2024
A marketing shift to mobile might help your food bank reach people where they're at, connect with people, and boost your fundraising efforts.
August 7, 2024
What do nonprofits do when economic uncertainty becomes certain? How do you weather hard times? It's simple: Monthly giving.
July 31, 2024
Text messaging is super effective. But how do you add one more thing to your plate? Simple: recycling. Repurpose your social media content as text messages.
July 19, 2024
As families prepare for back to school this fall, it’s an opportunity to use text to give to simplify the donation process and boost donations.
July 10, 2024
How can your nonprofit engage donors, volunteers, and supporters this fall? We'll explore back-to-school and fall themes you can use on mobile.
June 26, 2024
Text to give is a powerful way to boost donations. But what's next? That gift is the beginning of a relationship—you need to keep sending text messages.
July 3, 2024
It’s vital for a nonprofit hospital that doesn’t turn people away to tell their story. Join our free webinar with RWJBarnabas Health to see texting in action.
June 19, 2024
Don't just throw text to give against the wall and see what sticks. Think through a serious text-to-give strategy that can boost your fundraising efforts.
June 12, 2024
A new video fundraising tool with in-video donate buttons, no ads, and no distractions—it’s video that cares about your cause.
May 23, 2024
Crafting a seamless text to give experience requires mobile-friendly forms, UI/UX optimization, and trust-building elements for recurring donations.
June 5, 2024
Explore 25 innovative summer fundraising ideas and tap into mobile technology to easily engage donors and enhance giving experiences.
May 15, 2024
A strategic text to give keyword can boost your fundraising efforts. We'll explore tips, examples, and more for text message keywords.
May 22, 2024
“Great events are made better when they share a story and have impact,” says nonprofit event expert Samantha Swaim. Join our webinar to host effective events.
May 1, 2024
Data append is a digital marketing strategy to boost the quality of your existing data. We've got five ways it can help your nonprofit better engage people.
April 24, 2024
How do I get email subscribers to move over to our text message list? Just ask. But give a reason and repeat the ask. We've got a guide and templates to help.
May 8, 2024
“Text messaging is just another reminder to people that we're out here doing the work that we do," said Andrea Yeskey with Journey Home.
April 17, 2024
Express gratitude, boost donor retention, and stand out by creating a nonprofit thank you video. We've got tips for making a quick and inexpensive video.
April 10, 2024
Why do donors dry up and stop giving? We’ve got the data, plus tips on how to use text messaging to build relationships and encourage repeat donations.
April 3, 2024
Texting works best when it’s personal. So we explore how to use peer-to-peer (P2P) text messaging to send more effective and personalized messages.
March 27, 2024
If you start a campaign with a flurry of texts, then stop and do nothing for months, only to start up again—that's bad. We've seen delivery rates drop to 25%.
March 20, 2024
Text message marketing can be more than reminders, notifications, and donate links—you can tell a story. But how do you tell a story in a text? We've got tips.
March 13, 2024
Text messaging is a short medium. We explore how to write short, impactful text messages that will help your nonprofit connect with donors and supporters.
March 6, 2024
Signing up for text messages should be simple—you want to minimize friction. We’ve rolled out a new website subscription method that makes it super easy.
February 28, 2024
“The texting is incredible for us,” says Darryl Carnley with My360Project. “It's always an ROI." Our free webinar explores how text-to-donate can work for you.
February 15, 2024
Last year the average donation through text to give on the Rally platform was over $600. Whoa. That’s huge. How's it happen? Spoiler alert: Relationships.
February 21, 2024
We like to tout how text messaging is better than email (and it is), but rather than a competition, the two channels can work together.
February 7, 2024
Discover the impact of text messaging for nonprofits with 42 examples of messages you can send. Never wonder what to say again.
January 31, 2024
When bad things happen, nonprofits swing into action providing help in a crisis. But does your nonprofit have the infrastructure in place to respond quickly?
January 24, 2024
Donor retention is critical to effective fundraising. We explore five ways to reach out to past donors and bring them back, plus tips and strategies to help.
January 10, 2024
A free webinar exploring how to use the power of memories to re-engage lapsed donors. It's low-hanging fruit that can boost your donations.
January 3, 2024
“If we have a cool video of the new helipad at one of the hospitals, we blast that link out via text message to all our donor lists." -Stacy Buono
December 13, 2023
With a coming $59 trillion transfer of wealth, the nonprofit world is about to see a seismic generational shift. Do you know how to reach the next generation?
November 8, 2023
In today's busy world, it's crucial to get people to act. Too often they scroll on by and don't come back. Rally’s workflow functionality can get them to act.
November 1, 2023
Texting is a powerful way to connect, but sometimes you need the immediacy of a voice call. Rally makes that kind of personal connection simple and easy.
October 25, 2023
We love seeing nonprofits nimbly react and maximize their impact. That’s HEADstrong Foundation. Our upcoming webinar explores their approach.
October 18, 2023
Texting works best when it's personal. So make sure your texting service allows peer-to-peer text messaging: You want to respond to replies.
October 11, 2023
Text messaging is an extremely effective way to build relationships and connect with supporters. It’s perfect for nonprofits. So let's dispel the myths.
October 4, 2023
Explore the impact of mobile fundraising strategies—see how mobile devices have changed the game and why mobile first strategies are crucial to boost donations.
September 20, 2023
“I got into fundraising and development work because I want to help others … Just seeing that genuine happiness makes my day.” -Breeana Gumpert
September 6, 2023
New carrier regulations that will have a major impact on SMS deliverability go into effect on Sept. 1, 2023. Join our webinar to be sure you're in compliance.
August 31, 2023
Ready to launch a text message campaign? You better start now. Setting up your text messaging campaign can take six weeks or more.
August 30, 2023
Ringless voicemail drops are a powerful way to connect. Want to see it in action? Here are five examples of nonprofits using Rally's ringless voicemail.
September 8, 2023
“Rally was instrumental in converting our donorship to digital and online donation. That was a big thing for us.” -Richard Clark
August 22, 2023
If you're going to use SMS text messaging for a marketing campaign, you need to actually reply. Rally makes replies simple.
August 23, 2023
A lot of nonprofits rely on a single annual fundraiser. They ramp their communication up and down, going quiet for much of the year. But that's a bad idea.
August 9, 2023
Nonprofit marketing is hard work. So take a step back and learn from the pros. We're giving away VIP access and doing a session on supercharging text messaging.
August 2, 2023
Our free webinar with Special Olympics VA gets into the nitty gritty of how a nonprofit makes text messaging work for them.
July 26, 2023
Rally founder James Martin is joining NXUnite for an upcoming webinar panel to help you make the most of your fundraising efforts and maximize every event.
July 20, 2023
Overnight success is overrated. You're more likely to break through with a coherent message, consistent communication, and human connection.
July 19, 2023
“We wanted to bump that attendee number up without sending way too many emails.” - Maria Sadusky
July 12, 2023
Rally founder James Martin is joining Nonprofit Library for a free webinar on how human-centered text messaging can help your nonprofit break through.
July 11, 2023
We've all been there: Your new marketing strategy is all queued up and your mouse hovers over that ‘send’ button. Then fear kicks in. Here's how to overcome it.
July 5, 2023
Rally founder James Martin is joining a panel to discuss fundraising events in a free webinar brought to you by GolfStatus.
June 28, 2023
Use mobile marketing before, during, and after your next fundraising event to boost engagement and donations. It's a better way to promote a fundraiser.
June 21, 2023
Rally Insights helps you know your audience better. Here are five ways to put that detailed demographic data to work on your next campaign.
June 14, 2023
Many nonprofits struggle with how to write texts because they’re not sure what to say. We can help. We've got tips and pre-written templates that make it easy.
May 24, 2023
“All of our donors and volunteers that are close to us, they're totally in favor of texting.” -Marisa Tucker-Alleyne
June 7, 2023
Many nonprofits have passive onlookers on social media, followers they have not yet activated. So how do you convert those social media likes to your list?
May 17, 2023
“I like getting text messages from other nonprofits that show the impact of what my donation is doing” -Christina Holman
May 10, 2023
Rally has a new fundraising thermometer to boost engagement for your next fundraiser, whether it's a live event or an ongoing campaign.
May 3, 2023
Too often nonprofits make decisions for their donors. They don’t test, try, or ask—they just say no. Too often they’re wrong. And they miss out.
April 28, 2023
“We’re just trying to get more creative with how we’re putting text campaign info out there.” -Alexxa Gagner
April 26, 2023
Don’t put all your marketing eggs in someone else’s basket. Like social media, where they can change the rules. You need to invest in platforms you control.
April 19, 2023
Mobile marketing is huge—but there's a generational gap. It can be hard to convince nonprofit leadership. We can help with downloads and pre-written letters.
April 12, 2023
5 steps to creating a mobile marketing strategy. Because mobile is more than texting. But don't worry—mobile doesn't mean starting over from scratch.
April 5, 2023
Our webinar will explore AI tools and see them in action, then talk about impact for nonprofits and see how Rally is already using AI to make your life easier.
March 22, 2023
“There’s so much noise in the email world; we needed a way to cut through.” -Aliza Tekavec
March 20, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI): revolutionary or robot uprising? AI could change how your nonprofit communicates. We explore how, including ways Rally uses AI.
March 16, 2023
Let’s look at the cost of free on nonprofit marketing budgets and why it can be smarter to pay for the right tool than try to save money with a free tool.
March 8, 2023
More than just another tool, mobile should be a strategy: Use mobile to play a long game of donor retention and reduce friction when it comes to acquisition.
March 1, 2023
“We try to be on the cutting edge. We are small, but we want to be agile and really be able to communicate with our supporters wherever they are." -Jeff Baxter
February 21, 2023
Multimedia messaging service (MMS) can make texting even more powerful with images and video. But you need the right file size and dimensions.
February 22, 2023
In today’s busy world, you need to reach people multiple times with the same message to get through. Our free webinar can help with multi-channel marketing.
February 16, 2023
There's a new way for your supporters to hear your voice: ringless voicemail. It's a simple way you can send a voicemail just like a text message.
February 8, 2023
James Martin talks about the power of story, making content shareable, and getting people to respond in the moment on the Nonprofit Marketing Unplugged podcast.
February 1, 2023
Let’s dive into some of the rationale that might be holding your nonprofit back from what can be an incredibly effective channel—text messaging.
January 25, 2023
Nonprofit resources are limited and you need to make the most of them. This session will help you coordinate your efforts on email, mobile, and social media.
January 20, 2023
“Rally has made an incredible impact in our communication techniques and our bottom line in a short period of time." -Andrew Arroyo, Chairman and CEO
November 2, 2022
“Rally is doing what no one else does, and their partnership with us is developing into what may become our primary sustainable competitive advantage.”
November 1, 2022
It’s a three-day, virtual conference with more than 60 nonprofit professionals sharing practical strategies. It’s your chance to innovate. And it’s free.
January 11, 2023
We have a list of nearly 70 nonprofit conferences in 2023. Find an event to help your nonprofit organization and boost the bar for 2023.
We explore how your nonprofit can focus your efforts, cut back on the distractions, and make it work with the resources you have.
December 28, 2022
Our elders taught us to say please and thank you, but gratitude is about more than mere manners for a nonprofit organization.
December 21, 2022
A viral loop is a new feature from Rally that makes it easy to empower your supporters to share your message. It can save time and be more authentic.
December 7, 2022
The average person scrolls through 300 feet of mobile content every day. So how do you break through? Be human.
January 4, 2023
An excellent balance to all those year-end fundraising requests is a heartfelt thank you. We’ll show you how to create a simple and compelling thank you video.
November 16, 2022
Unsolicited texts aren't just annoying, they're breaking the law. So we dive into the legal aspects of texting and how Rally makes compliance easy.
October 26, 2022
We can help you survive the whirlwind of year-end fundraising with some ready-made text messages. Join us for this quick, 25-minute webinar.
October 19, 2022
It’s great to see organizations embrace texting—but that doesn’t always mean they’re doing it right. Sometimes it can go very wrong. Let's help you avoid that.
October 12, 2022
It's easy to use Rally's simple 24365 short code to ask for donations, share more info, connect with supporters, and more. But what does that look like?
October 5, 2022
You’re in a busy season, so we’re narrowing our focus to a tight, 25-minute webinar to cover five quick suggestions to help you boost your year-end donations.
September 21, 2022
A QR code can simply load a website. But it can also do more. You can capture someone’s contact info for easy follow up before you send them to that website.
September 28, 2022
We’ve got a seven-step strategy to help you make the most of end-of-the-year giving and texting so you can fuel your nonprofit.
September 7, 2022
Getting people to donate to your nonprofit can be a challenge, so the easier you make it, the better. Here are seven examples of how texting makes it easier.
September 14, 2022
