Founded in 1976, Carl Bloom Associates is a full-service direct marketing agency. Our mission is to help organizations build their base of donors and consumers by conducting practical research and developing sound strategies and creative approaches to seamlessly integrate traditional direct mail techniques with the latest cutting-edge digital media. We work to understand what makes your organization unique and what motivates your audience, and then utilize the strategies that work best for them. This, above all, informs our work and leads to success.
What We Do
CBA knows that certain fundamental strategies allow for the most effective donor response and customer action – but we also know that every client is different, and there is no “one size fits all.” That’s why we utilize a diversified approach based on in-depth research and best practices, but customized for each organization’s brand, goals and unique audience.
Online
We blend Facebook ads, Google Ad Grants, Google Search and Video ads, YouTube ads, and more to drive the right traffic to your website. The result – greater response and revenue.
Our coordinated, mobile-friendly email campaigns reach your audiences with effective messaging, providing them an easy way to make a transaction.
Direct Mail
With over 40 years of experience providing effective direct mail solutions, we are known as true industry experts – knowledge and experience you can trust.
Creative
Our creative – direct mail, email & online – is specifically tailored for you. We produce copy and design that moves your audience to act.
Production
Efficiency, accuracy and timeliness – what it takes to produce such large volume for a wide range of organizations. CBA gets the job done right and on time.
Insight
Our research, analysis and reporting provides a wealth of information and guidance. Together, we’ll map a course to growth and success.
Who We Help
Since 1976, CBA has helped over 100 organizations – both nonprofits and for-profits – effectively reach and generate support from their donors and consumers. Our diverse set of clients benefits from our expertise in both digital and offline direct marketing campaigns. They count on us to help them thrive … and we deliver.
Blog Posts
How to Recession-Proof Your Nonprofit
Four critical steps your organization can take now to fare better during change It’s the word of the moment—recession. Recessions are a normal part of the economy, and while we can’t predict whether a recession will hit in one year or five years, it’s best to...
Survey Illuminates Generational Differences in Values Motivating Donors
Original article published on Current. A recent survey of public media members found a clear marker that defines their giving habits and perceptions of public media’s value. The age of 58 — and whether a member is older or younger — is the generational divide between...
Five Ways to Boost Donor Retention
As fundraisers, it’s all too common to put a lot of resources into acquiring new donors. While new donor acquisition is vital to the growth of an organization, how you treat those donors once you have them has an impact on keeping fundraising income steady and on the...
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