{"id":26340,"date":"2026-05-29T12:02:01","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T12:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.donorperfect.com\/integrations\/?p=26340"},"modified":"2026-05-29T12:02:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T12:02:19","slug":"constant-contact-sms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.donorperfect.com\/integrations\/email-marketing\/constant-contact-sms\/","title":{"rendered":"Constant Contact SMS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Overview<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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Every DonorPerfect plan includes Constant Contact\u2019s suite of email and digital marketing tools\u2014and customers can take their donor outreach even further by adding SMS to their bundle.<\/p>\n

Constant Contact\u2019s SMS marketing provides nonprofits with a simple, affordable way to reach supporters wherever and whenever they are. Boost traffic to your online donation form, share real-time campaign updates, manage event reminders, and show donors the impact of their gift\u2014plus, easily test and track performance to see what resonates most.<\/p>\n

Add SMS to your plan and enjoy open rates as high as 98%.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Benefits<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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  • Segment your contact lists for targeted, personalized outreach<\/li>\n
  • Write, edit, and preview text messages in one place<\/li>\n
  • Increase traffic to your online donation form<\/li>\n
  • Automate your multichannel campaigns with scheduled messages<\/li>\n
  • Keep campaign momentum high with real-time progress updates<\/li>\n
  • Share gratitude the moment a donor makes a gift<\/li>\n
  • Track which donors click through and give<\/li>\n
  • Ensure compliance and deliverability with a local 10-digit phone number (10DLC)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Features<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n
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    Built-in segmentation and automation<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Smart text editor and AI writing assistant<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Text to Join<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Customizable landing pages<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    SMS campaign tracking and reporting<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    10DLC for trust and compliance<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t
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    1. What is SMS marketing for nonprofits?<\/h3>
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    SMS marketing allows nonprofits to send text messages directly to supporters\u2019 mobile phones. Organizations use nonprofit text messaging to communicate quickly, increase donor engagement, and drive action during fundraising campaigns and events.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Nonprofits commonly use SMS for:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Fundraising campaign reminders<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Event registration and attendance updates<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Volunteer recruitment messages<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Emergency or urgent campaign alerts<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Recurring giving reminders<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Donor thank-you messages<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Peer-to-peer fundraising outreach<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Because text messages are typically opened promptly, SMS can help nonprofits connect with supporters in real time.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      2. What are the benefits of text messaging for nonprofits?<\/h3>
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      SMS fundraising enables nonprofits to complement email and social media outreach with faster, more direct communication. Text fundraising works especially well for time-sensitive campaigns and high-engagement donor communications.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Benefits of nonprofit SMS marketing include:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Driving traffic to online donation forms<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Sharing campaign progress updates in real time<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Sending personalized reminders and follow-ups<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Increasing event participation and attendance<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Reaching supporters on their preferred devices<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Supporting multichannel fundraising campaigns<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Many nonprofits use SMS alongside email marketing to create a more connected donor experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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        3. How does Constant Contact SMS marketing work with DonorPerfect?<\/h3>
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        DonorPerfect customers in the United States can add SMS marketing to their Constant Contact digital marketing plan to create and manage text campaigns alongside email outreach. This add-on helps nonprofits engage supporters across multiple communication channels while keeping outreach simple and organized.<\/span><\/p>\n

        With Constant Contact SMS marketing, nonprofits can:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Send text campaigns to segmented supporter lists<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Promote online giving campaigns and events<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Schedule messages in advance<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Track clicks and engagement<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Coordinate email and SMS outreach together<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Manage communications from one platform<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          4. What is the difference between SMS and MMS messaging?<\/h3>
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          SMS stands for Short Message Service and refers to standard text-only messages. MMS stands for Multimedia Messaging Service and allows organizations to send images, graphics, GIFs, or other media alongside text.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Text-only content<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Shorter: 160 characters per message<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Delivery requires cellular connection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            • Text and multimedia content<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Longer: 1,600 characters per message<\/span><\/li>\n
            • Delivery requires data connection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Constant Contact offers SMS only at this time.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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              5. What is 10DLC and why does it matter for nonprofit text messaging?<\/h3>
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              10DLC stands for 10-digit long code messaging. It is a carrier-approved messaging system designed to help organizations send compliant, trustworthy text messages at scale.<\/span><\/p>\n

              For nonprofits, 10DLC helps:<\/span><\/p>\n

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              • Improve message deliverability<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Reduce spam filtering<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Build supporter trust<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Support compliance with carrier and TCPA regulations<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Create a more reliable donor communication experience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                6. Why should nonprofits add SMS marketing to their fundraising strategy?<\/h3>
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                SMS marketing helps nonprofits reach supporters quickly and effectively. With open rates as high as 98%, text messaging can help organizations increase visibility and encourage faster action during fundraising campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n

                Text messaging for nonprofits can support:<\/span><\/p>\n

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                • Higher engagement during campaigns<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Faster donor responses<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Increased online donation traffic<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Better event attendance<\/span><\/li>\n
                • More personalized supporter communication<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Stronger multichannel fundraising strategies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  For many nonprofits, SMS works best when paired with email marketing and online donation forms as part of a connected fundraising system.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  7. How much does Constant Contact SMS marketing cost?<\/h3>
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                  U.S. nonprofits using DonorPerfect can add SMS marketing to their Constant Contact plan for as little as $29 USD\/month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

                  Contact our team for pricing and to start connecting with more supporters today.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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