Upcoming + Previously Recorded Webinars 2023 (Schedule)
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If you have any questions about this event, please contact hello@newsmatch.org for further assistance.
There are no upcoming webinars. Check back in 2024!
Donor Wealth Screening: Everything You Need to Know
January 18, 2023
Now that year-end fundraising is over, learn how you can screen supporters to determine who may have the potential to become major donors. Join INN’s Network of Philanthropy Director, Stephanie Schenkel, on Jan. 18 at 1 p.m. ET for a webinar to learn about INN’s wealth screening service, which is free for your first 1,000 donor names
Boost Your Fundraising Efforts: Engaging and Cultivating Major Donors
March 22, 2023
According to the 2022 INN Index, major donors made up the largest portion of individual giving dollars to nonprofit news. Whether you're looking to engage potential major donors for the first time or expand your cultivation efforts, hear from INN's Director of Network Philanthropy, Stephanie Schenkel and NewsMatch Program Manager Meta Stange to learn best practices for identifying and cultivating major donors for your organization and how major donors can enhance your fundraising campaigns like NewsMatch. In addition, Jenny Wellman, Executive Director of Gig Harbor Now and Chelsea Brown, Development Director of Outlier Media will join the conversation to share more information about their strategies for approaching and cultivating major donors.
Building a Winning Development Team for Your News Organization
April 20, 2023
Establishing a strong development team is a key component to helping your organization build the infrastructure to raise revenue. This webinar will help you to identify where your organization is in the process and help you navigate development staff recruitment, hiring and retention.
NewsMatch 2022 Campaign Recap
May 24, 2023
The NewsMatch team shares an overview of NewsMatch 2022 performance highlights, key trends and needs in the field of nonprofit news, and our vision for NewsMatch 2023.
How to use a summer campaign to test strategies for year-end campaigns
NewsMatch 101: Everything you need to know
July 12, 2023
New to NewsMatch? This kick-off session provides a high-level overview of how NewsMatch works. Hear answers to commonly asked questions and learn about helpful resources to help you get the ball rolling.
Focus your fundraising with goal-setting
July 19, 2023
Set goals that are relevant to your organization, and then stay focused on them. In this session, Will Warren, project manager at News Revenue Hub, shares methods for setting goals and a framework for making sure that the projects you undertake support your goals.
Choosing the right donation platform for your organization
Supercharge your fundraising efforts by optimizing your website and newsletters
Local Match Community Calls
INN newsrooms share how they secured matches for their year-end campaign and used them to bolster individual giving.
These sessions are for you if your newsroom is just starting to explore securing your own matches and has:
- An existing donor base to scan for prospects
- Existing relationships with a foundation or business that you can explore
Not ready to take this step yet? That’s ok! Consider using NewsMatch as an opportunity to build your base to power next year’s campaign effort.
Securing Community Matches: Local Newsrooms
September 13, 2023
Panelists include Shane Pekny, Grant Writer and Development Consultant and Flatwater Free Press and Elizabeth McNamara, Editor of East Greenwich News.
Securing Community Matches: National, Global, Single-Subject Newsrooms
September 28, 2023
Panelists include Christine Hanna, Executive Director of YES! Magazine, and Dan Weissmann, Creator and Host of An Arm and a Leg.
Making the most of key fundraising days
September 20, 2023
Make the most of key fundraising days during NewsMatch 2023. In this session, News Revenue Hub Project Manager Ashley Webster shares strategies for maximizing donations and engagement on key giving days like Giving Tuesday. You'll learn best practices for planning campaigns around national, regional and community fundraising days.
How to utilize the NewsMatch 2023 Campaign Toolkit
October 5, 2023 | 2 - 3 p.m. ET
The NewsMatch Campaign Toolkit is a library of materials that can be used to run your campaign. It includes a series of emails, a suggested timeline, graphics and social media assets — all united by the common thread of this year’s campaign theme. During this webinar, the News Revenue Hub team will show you how to navigate this year’s toolkit and provide guidance on how to utilize the components while you run your campaign.
Utilizing Mailchimp during your year-end fundraising campaign
October 11, 2023 | 3 - 4 p.m.
We've heard a lot of questions about MailChimp and we're here to answer them! Join News Revenue Hub's Abbey Gingras for a conversation about Mailchimp best practices, including basic Mailchimp navigation, time saving tips, setting up A/B tests, segmenting your audience, analyzing data, and more.
NewsMatch: Ask us anything!
October 25, 2023 | 3 - 4 p.m. ET
With NewsMatch right around the corner, bring your questions to the NewsMatch team and your fellow INN members to gain last-minute insight and inspiration.