Higher-Powered SMS Marketing for Nonprofits
Nonprofits pour their heart and soul into creating positive change, so we’re driven to provide tools that amplify their impact, engage supporters, and help them achieve their goals.
Building Nonprofit Connections Through SMS Marketing for 20+ Years
Connecting with supporters, volunteers, and donors in today’s fast-paced world can be challenging for nonprofits. That’s where SMS marketing comes in. With its unparalleled reach and instant engagement, SMS marketing for nonprofits is a game-changer. Whether raising funds, mobilizing volunteers, or reminding your audience about upcoming events, a texting service for nonprofits provides a reliable and budget-friendly way to deliver your message.
Looking to amplify your nonprofit’s impact?
Schedule your free demo today and discover how Powered By Text can transform your communication efforts.
Reach More People
A Direct Line
to Your Donors
Cut through the noise and speak straight to donors' hearts with an instant text message. Since 90% of messages are read within 3 minutes of arrival, SMS ensures your mission updates, impact stories, and giving opportunities land exactly when supporters are ready to act. Rather than getting lost in crowded inboxes and social media feeds, your message will reach more people, transforming occasional gifts into ongoing support and one-time donors into lifelong partnerships.
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Text messages are opened by 99% of supporters—and 90% are read within three minutes of arrival.
(Forbes)
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Non-profits raise an average of $5 for every $1 they invest in SMS fundraising. That's 5x ROI.
(WPFunnels)
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Text messaging already accounts for 4.50% of total online revenue across leading non-profits.
(MissionWired)
We understand the challenges nonprofits face every day.
Volunteer
Shortages
Inconsistent
Donations
Communication
Overload
Donor
Disconnection
Capacity
Limitations
Every nonprofit hits familiar roadblocks—sporadic giving, donor burnout, and communication overload. Powered By Text turns those challenges into measurable gains through purpose-built SMS, short codes, and hands-on strategy.
We’ve Helped Hundreds of Nonprofits Build Impactful Connections with their Audience
Dedicated Strategists
Our strategists make all the difference 
Our strategists are seasoned nonprofit leaders with decades of experience. They will be your guide as your non-profit begins using texting to connect with your donors, expand your reach, and transform people’s lives.
- Deeper connections with your partners
- Increase recurring donations
- Boost event registration and attendance
- Experience the support you need with regular strategy meetings for the life of your account.
- Add a dedicated texting strategy expert to your team at a fraction of a cost.
Discover Our Blueprint
Two Decades of Development
Create Powerful Connections
Why Nonprofits Need SMS Marketing
Texting isn’t just convenient; it’s the preferred communication channel for millions. With nonprofits often operating on limited budgets and resources, SMS becomes a highly effective solution for engaging supporters and boosting donations.
Key Benefits of SMS Marketing
High Engagement:
- SMS messages have a remarkable 98% open rate, with most read within 3 minutes.
- Compare this to the typical 20% open rate of emails, and the difference is clear
Cost-Effective Communication:
- Bulk SMS delivers high-impact mass messaging at a fraction of the cost of direct mail or phone campaigns.
Real-Time Outreach:
- Mobilize volunteers or send last-minute donation appeals more quickly than via email or social media.
Grow Your Network
Key Features of Our SMS Marketing Platform
Powered By Text delivers a robust platform designed to help nonprofits maximize their impact. With tools explicitly tailored for nonprofit texting, we ensure every campaign is simple, effective, and result-driven.
Mass Texting & Segmentation
- Send messages to thousands or target specific groups (e.g., donors, volunteers) with personalized content.
Two-Way Messaging
- Build stronger connections with your supporters through interactive, two-way text messaging.
Multimedia Messaging (MMS)
- Send images, videos, or GIFs to share moving testimonials, event recaps, or donation appeals.
Analytics & Reporting
- Track real-time performance of your campaigns, like open rates and click-through rates, to refine your strategy.
Powerful Partnership
How Our SMS Solution Empowers Your Nonprofit
Unlike other platforms, Powered By Text is built specifically for purpose-driven organizations:
Personalized, Expert Support:
- We are more than a texting provider. We’re a partner. We care about more than your texting success, we care about your mission. With decades of experience in the industry, we provide every client partner with an industry expert who knows what it’s like to be in your shoes. They help you from sign-up to account launch and beyond for the life of the account.
Comprehensive Features:
- Unlimited groups, unlimited keywords, multimedia campaigns featuring pictures and videos, and detailed analytics are included in every nonprofit texting service plan.
Affordable & Reliable:
- Powered By Text offers a variety of plans for organizations of all sizes, ensuring you’ll find a plan that fits your needs.
With Powered By Text, you’re not just getting a platform—you’re gaining a partner dedicated to your nonprofit’s success. Trust us to help you simplify communication, increase donor engagement, and achieve your mission more effectively.
Increase Revenue
WayFM
Kaylee Farrar, Sr. Manager of Digital Content at WayFM, shared the eye-popping results of using the revenue-boosting and group strategies from the PBT blueprint.
“The Powered By Text strategies helped us create a new donation stream that resulted in $30 raised for every $1 we spent.”
Kaylee FarrarHope Media Group
Our Partners’ Success Tells the Story
Donation Appeals Via Text
Text-to-donate campaigns make giving easy with clickable links. Perfect for urgent fundraisers or giving days. When it comes to radio, fundraising is a crucial part of their communication strategy, fueling their mission. Partners Hope Media Group and others consistently achieve a huge return on investment (ROI) when communicating with their listeners via text.
Fundraising Campaigns
With the use of our software and solutions, we have seen our partners create massive ROI. Partners like Operation Smile and Hope Children’s Home have seen a donation return of 5X+ in response to their SMS campaigns. But more than that, they have turned one-time donors into recurring donors, grown their contact lists, and made massive impact they’re seeking.
Event Reminders and Volunteer Coordination
Powered By Text partner Samaritan’s Purse has a significant need to recruit volunteers, and with the use of our tailored strategy combined with SMS campaigns, they have seen great results recruiting volunteers for their many events.
FAQs About SMS Marketing for Nonprofits
Have questions about how SMS marketing can benefit your nonprofit? We’ve compiled some of the most common inquiries to give you all the answers you need to get started:
What is SMS marketing for nonprofits, and how does it work?
It’s a simple way to connect with supporters through text messages. You can send donation appeals, event reminders, or updates directly to their phones, ensuring high visibility and engagement.
Does texting really help to boost fundraising?
Yes! Many nonprofits report significant increases in donations through text-to-donate campaigns, thanks to the immediacy and high open rates of SMS.
Is it expensive to send mass texts?
Luckily, at Powered By Text, we offer a variety of pricing plans that can fit any organization’s size. Bulk SMS options are budget-friendly, making it possible to send thousands of messages without straining your resources. The good news? The return on your investment in texting has been shown to pay for the pricing plan and more!
Are there any regulations or best practices we should follow?
Yes, you’ll need to comply with laws like the TCPA, which requires recipients to opt in. Don’t worry—our team will guide you through compliance best practices, and we have built-in compliance safety measures into our software, protecting your organization from legal violations.
Can I also send images or videos through text?
Absolutely. With our MMS feature, you can include multimedia in your messages to make them more engaging.
How can my charity create a contact list for text messages?
It’s easy! Use sign-up forms on your website, at events, or through social media to collect opt-ins. Remember, first-party consent is essential to comply with industry rules and regulations.
Get Started and Power Up Your Conversations Today
Schedule your free review of your communication strategy today with our SMS experts to see how our SMS marketing platform can transform your organization’s efforts. Together, we’ll help you create powerful connections that drive real impact.
