The Nonprofit FAQ: Tactics: Direct Mail
Select an FAQ (10):
| Advice on choosing a way to handle an online (email) newsletter Advice on choosing a way to reach stakeholders online. |
| Can nonprofits use direct fax to fundraise? For some applications, broadcast fax can be a successful fundraising tool. But federal rules suggest unsolicited faxes may not be the best strategy. |
| Can we allow other organizations to use our nonprofit mailing permit? Only if the other organizations are also authorized to mail at nonprofit rates. |
| Can we get bulk mail at lower rates while our 501(c)(3) is pending? The Postal Service and the IRS have different rules and standards |
| Can we use free email to build online mailing lists? Possibly. This article has links to several services with thumbnail reviews of how they work. |
| How effective is a newsletter as a development tool? If used correctly, newsletters can be a valuable fundraising tool. |
| How should we handle bulk mailings? Strong recommendations to hire a mailing service |
| How should we use direct mail? Questions and answers on effective uses of direct mail. |
| Some Online Tips and Resources for Direct Mail Technical notes from all over. |
| What are Options for Nonprofit Mailing It's worth doing some research to save both time and money |