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Happie Pingol
Community Manager
Mar 26, 2026 5:25 PM UTC

How do I create a Direct Mail Acquisition Plan?

Overview 

Creating a Direct Mail Acquisition Plan helps you organize your acquisition efforts and track their effectiveness. 

Step 1: Start a new plan 

  1. Open "Direct Response Plans" from the Sidebar OR select "View All" on the Direct Response section of the Fundraising Management dashboard 

  1. Select "Create A Plan" at the top of your list page 

  1. Choose "Direct Mail - Acquisition Plan" 

Step 2: Enter plan details 

  1. Add preliminary details about your plan 

  1. Enter budget and projection information that will help track ROI 

  1. Click "Continue" 

Step 3: Add vendor information 

  1. Enter vendor details 

  1. Include mailing and list instructions 

  1. Click "Continue" 

Step 4: Build your audience 

  1. Add or import segment details (see "How do I build audience segments for acquisition plans?") 

  1. Complete the "Extras (Optional)" section if needed 

  1. Review your plan 

Step 5: Finalize your plan 

  1. Change the Status to "Ready to Approve" or "Approved" 

  1. Select "Export & Complete" to finalize your plan 

  1. Retrieve your plan from "My Export Files" on your Main Menu 

 

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