Ron Cass

Storytelling: The Fundraiser’s Secret Weapon for Donor Retention

Donor Retention, Engaging Constituents / By

Today, the effectiveness of recurring giving programs will determine which nonprofits succeed and which ones will fail.   Donor retention has fallen to 41%, down from 50% just five years ago (Fundraising Effectiveness Survey Report).  When compared with the 94% customer retention that commercial business touts, its clear that nonprofits will need to analyze their …

Storytelling: The Fundraiser’s Secret Weapon for Donor Retention Read More »

American Alliance of Museums Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo 2013

News & Events / By

>Big River is looking forward to attending AAM Annual Meeting & MuseumExpo on May 19–22 in Baltimore, Maryland. With over 150 substantive program sessions,  dozens of thought leader presentations, and samples of the latest museum products, there will certainly be much to explore and discover (view event program). The Annual Meeting is the premier professional development …

American Alliance of Museums Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo 2013 Read More »

Highlights From the 2013 American Museum Membership Conference

News & Events / By

Big River was delighted to attend the 31st American Museum Membership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia to hear from leading membership managers across North America and beyond. These membership professionals provided multiple perspectives on the intricacies of the museum environment, identified emerging industry trends and shared case studies. Though there were numerous events taking place throughout the conference, …

Highlights From the 2013 American Museum Membership Conference Read More »

Museums Going Digital in 2013

Mobile Fundraising / By

Emerging technology creates opportunities for museums to connect with patrons on multiple levels. From digital marketing, enhanced visitor experiences to online fundraising, museums are integrating digital tools and technologies at a rapid rate. Museums are not only using social media to advertise events and exhibits, but are embracing the idea of inviting users to help them create online content. The …

Museums Going Digital in 2013 Read More »

Big River Secures $250,000 Seed Investment from JumpStart

News & Events / By

November 14, 2012 – Cleveland, OH – Big River, an online fundraising platform for nonprofit organizations, announced today it has received an investment commitment of $250,000 from JumpStart Inc.  Big River will use the funds for product development, marketing and sales efforts to expand beyond arts and cultural institutions. “Big River’s services help organizations capitalize …

Big River Secures $250,000 Seed Investment from JumpStart Read More »

August Napoli Praises Big River’s Value at the Cleveland Museum of Art

Testimonials / By

August Napoli of the Cleveland Museum of Art spoke with Cool Cleveland.com this week about their use of technology for fundraising.  Augie has worked with some of the largest non-profits in Northeast Ohio – Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Catholic Charities, CSU Foundation – and now serves as Deputy Director and Chief Advancement Officer of the Cleveland …

August Napoli Praises Big River’s Value at the Cleveland Museum of Art Read More »