Blog

Build lifelong relationships

Latest stories from the world of
Alumni Relations & Fundraising

BLOG
Best practices

3 Strategies to Secure More Major Gifts for Your University

By

Sarah

|

July 26, 2024

Major gifts provide essential funding for many of your university’s most important initiatives. Discover three strategies for higher ed major gift fundraising.

Product

[New] Keep email lists and user-directory updated on their own with auto-pull sessions

By

Aparna

|

July 19, 2024

We are constantly adding new capabilities to our integration with Raiser’s Edge NXT to help you create delightful alumni experiences while minimizing the resources and time you spend collecting, cleaning, reporting, and updating data.

Best practices

3 Unique Storytelling Techniques for Alumni Outreach

By

Melissa

|

July 15, 2024

Keeping alumni engaged after graduation is crucial for growing your school’s legacy. Follow these tips to tell alumni/stories for fundraising success.

Best practices

Summer Engagement Strategies: Keeping Alumni Connected During the Off-Season

By

Manasa

|

June 27, 2024

Summer months also offer unique opportunities to innovate and implement strategies that keep alumni engaged and connected. Webinars and online workshops covering a variety of topics, from career development to personal growth, are also effective.

Best practices

How to Leverage Your Alumni Database to Drive Fundraising Success

By

Zo

|

June 26, 2024

Learn how your alumni database ensures fundraising success from prospect research and alumni segmentation all the way to measuring results and more.

Best practices

5 Great Ways to Elevate Your Next Homecoming Fundraiser

By

Roger Devine

|

June 26, 2024

A homecoming fundraiser allows you to engage your school's community and raise funds to promote academic excellence. Learn how to elevate your next fundraiser.

Best practices

Welcoming First-Time Donors: 4 Best Practices to Follow

By

Manasa

|

June 21, 2024

Learn how to welcome first-time donors for your cause and build lasting relationships from the start. Encourage ongoing engagement with these tips and tricks.

Best practices

Guide to Setting up a Mentorship Program

By

Manasa

|

May 30, 2024

A successful mentorship program requires a solid framework. Start by defining the roles and responsibilities of mentors, mentees, and program coordinators. Develop a structured plan that includes

Best practices

Supporting Young Alumni in Their Transition to the Workforce

By

Zo

|

May 30, 2024

For young alumni, it can be daunting to step into today's job market. Here are some ways you can help them as an institution.

Announcement

Almabase Recognized As The #1 Donor Management Software By G2 Crowd

By

Manasa

|

April 10, 2024

The G2 Spring 2024 badges are out and we cannot keep calm! We are officially crowned as the #1 Donor Management Software in the United States by G2!

Communication

Women’s History Month - Interview with Dr. Shalonda Martin

By

Manasa

|

March 22, 2024

Dr. Shalonda Martin is an ICF-trained coach, DEI, organizational, and leadership development professional with over two decades of experience.

Communication

Women’s History Month - Interview with Dr. Maria Gallo

By

Manasa

|

March 15, 2024

Dr. Maria Gallo has over two decades of experience working in various leadership roles in higher education and advancement. She has several peer-reviewed academic journal publications in alumni relationships and philanthropy.