This is a critical step in maintaining accurate donor communications. Members with active recurring pledges should be excluded from reminder notices, and donor communication preferences, including requests not to receive reminders, must be respected to ensure a positive donor experience.

This option is definitely needed as I create pledge reminders based on this flag in my query. Some donors don't want to be reminded, but most do and our fundraisers are very appreciative of the reminders I create. This also helps me as the data admin to pay attention to pledges and get updates from the fundraisers on those who may be falling behind in their payment schedule.