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The Persuasion Pyramid
Why do REAL people write REAL cheques to REAL causes? After years of testing, we cracked it. The framework behind every appeal that works.
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What Charities Can Teach Political Campaigns About Donors
Six charity best practices that every political campaign should know before fundraising – and how you can use them.
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The 6-Step Narrative Ladder Your Campaign Needs
The Narrative Ladder is a 6-step framework for writing advocacy campaigns that turn supporters into action. Here's how each step works.
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WHY SUMMER IS THE WORST TIME TO STOP FUNDRAISING
Don't stop your fundraising campaigns in the summer - The Bowie Group lays out the testing framework to keep your fundraising campaigns moving through the summer towards Q4.
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From the Drawing Board to the NICU
We stood in a NICU and saw the equipment our fundraising helped fund. Here's why seeing the impact firsthand makes us better at what we do.
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Authenticity in Direct Response Fundraising: Why Real Beats Perfect
The psychology behind Authenticity in Direct Response Fundraising and why your fundraising appeals need to feel real, not polished.
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Personalization – Your Secret Weapon in Direct Response Fundraising
The full playbook for donor engagement: understanding the psychology behind making every donor feel like you're speaking directly to them.
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The Bowie Group Victorious – Wins 4 Reed Awards
The Bowie Group wins 4 Reed Awards for excellence in direct mail and online campaigns. Award-winning strategies for results-driven organizations.
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The Psychology of Urgency: How Deadlines Increase Fundraising Donations
Why do deadlines increase fundraising donations? The psychology of urgency, FOMO, and loss aversion - and how to use them in your campaigns.
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The Bowie Group Nominated for 11 Reed Awards
Recognition for best-in-class direct mail, digital fundraising, and more. We have some exciting news to share. The Bowie Group has been nominated for 11 Reed Awards by Campaigns & Elections – one of the most prestigious recognition programs in the political consulting industry. From "Firm of the Year" to "Best Canadian Online Fundraising," these nominations span the full range of what we do – direct mail, digital strategy, persuasion and fundraising that moves people to acti
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Click-Through Rates Increased by 31% With One Simple Change
An informative case study on what works in email fundraising Email marketing delivers one of the highest returns on investment in fundraising – but only if people actually click. That's where your call to action comes in. When someone opens your email, they shouldn't be confused about what to do next. A clear, compelling CTA – whether it's a button or a text link – is what turns readers into donors. Buttons vs Links: Which is the most effective CTA? It's a fair question. Butt
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The Most Misleading Metric in Fundraising
Cost to raise a dollar” is one of the most overhyped, overused, and misunderstood metrics in all of fundraising.
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Is Print Marketing Dead? Not According to Amazon
Amazon understands that the tangible connection offered by direct mail creates a unique and lasting impression.
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Why Direct Mail Fundraising Continues to Flourish in the US, Canada, and Beyond!
Here’s a secret we don’t want our friendly competitors in the digital space to realize: direct mail fundraising is not just surviving, it’s flourishing.
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The Pen and the Processor: How AI Complements, Not Replaces, Copywriters
Here's why AI won't replace direct response copywriters, but rather, help them excel in their craft.
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The Art of the Afterthought
If you’ve ever gotten to the end and asked yourself “do I really need a postscript?” or “now, what the heck do I do for a P.S. line?” then this post is for you.
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You Mail Your Donors How Often?!
Are you nervous about the number of emails or direct mail appeals you send to your donors?
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