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Reason |
Organizational Impact |
|---|---|
Legal & Regulatory Compliance |
Ensures compliance with state solicitation law, IRS reporting, and audit requirements |
Donor Data Quality & Integrity |
Prevents data loss, ensures single-source-of-truth records, and maintains data hygiene |
Stewardship & Donor Engagement |
Enables prompt acknowledgements, thank-you letters, and tailored stewardship campaigns |
Geographic & Portfolio Assignments |
Allows segmentation, portfolio manager assignment, and major gift prospecting based on region |
Address Validation & Mail Deliverability |
Reduces undeliverable mail, cuts waste, and supports accurate communications |
Fundraising Planning & Segmentation |
Powers precise direct mail and multi-channel appeals, events, and campaign analytics |
Tax Receipts & Regulatory Documentation |
Ensures IRS-compliant acknowledgements, especially for gifts over $250 or in-kind donations |
Donor Privacy & Trust |
Upholds privacy preferences through opt-out/opt-in framework and secure handling |
International & Special Case Handling |
Enables global stewardship and compliance with international address requirements |
CRM Configuration Flexibility |
Supports customized data model, aligns with organizational policies, and delivers a tailored UX |
For each of these reasons, failure to collect an accurate, validated address at the point of donation introduces inefficiencies, compliance risk, lost income, and missed opportunities for donor engagement.