5 key benefits of CRM for non-profits

A Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system can provide a whole host of benefits for your non-profit organisation. Regardless of your size, it can become a vital tool to build and improve your relationships with members, donors, and stakeholders.  

In this article we explore some of the key benefits a CRM system can bring to your non-profit organisation.   

1. Streamline processes

If adopted correctly, a CRM can allow you to streamline processes for your staff, freeing them from some manual tasks. Time intensive tasks such as searching for contact information or entering data can be removed from your administrative processes, meaning teams can spend more time connecting with your members, donors, and stakeholders. They are free to further the progress of your non-profit organisation and ultimately achieve your goals.  

2. Financial returns 

There is no denying implementing a CRM system is a significant investment for any non-profit but there is comfort in knowing that there are financial benefits to be reaped. As your processes become more streamlined, it frees time for your staff to gain increased value from your current audiences and to expand your reach to new audiences. More effective and efficient processes therefore can create an increased financial return, through improved recruitment and retention of members and supporters.  

3. Improving data consolidation

A CRM can improve data consolidation and access to data, which can have a whole host of knock-on benefits. These includes accurate and easy reporting, which can otherwise be a notable burden for staff, and improved access to the information which will allow you to make informed and timely decisions – based on data that can be trusted. 

4. Provide a personalised experience

With improved management of contact information, and data consolidation, all the information you have stored on individual contacts can be found and maintained in one place. A CRM provides you with a single member view enabling you to power up your marketing and communications. Through increased personalisation and tailored communication, you can expect to see benefits including better renewal rates, donations, and increased volunteer numbers.  

5. Integrating with other systems

A modern CRM system can support multiple functions, including contact and volunteer management, email marketing and payment processing, to name just a few! A lot of these activities may be delivered through separate systems, however a CRM can allow you to integrate these into one system. Not only does this mean you have fewer systems to manage, but it can also create a better experience for your audience, plus contributing to providing a single view of your audience.  

These are only some of benefits that can be gained from implementing a CRM, but these will of course be dependent on the technology you choose as well as your non-profit’s aims and challenges. If you would like to find out how we could support you in selecting and implementing a CRM platform, get in touch today.