How to Thank a Donor (and Increase Revenue), by Dan Remmenga of c3cultivation

From our 2025 True Charity Summit national conference ('Ascend'): a breakout session by Dan Remmenga of c3cultivation.We are thankful for every gift we receive—but do our donors know that? The most valuable donor is one you have ("one in the hand..."). However, the average donor retention rate for nonprofits is around 40–45% Acquiring new donors is costly and time-consuming, yet one out of every two new donors will walk out the door after just one year. The good news? It doesn't take much to go from average to great. In this session, we will cover simple and practical ways to ensure your donors know you appreciate them, leading to increased donor engagement, donor retention, and donations. Give thanks unto the Lord—and to your donors!This educational content is just the tip of the iceberg for practical resources available through the True Charity Network. Check out how it can help you learn, connect, and influence here.Already a member? Access all your benefits through the member portal.