Mail may be stalled, but donor giving doesn’t have to be

Category: Solutions Strategies

Canada post strike, face-to-face fundraising

With the Canada Post strike underway, nonprofits that count on direct mail are feeling the impact. Campaigns are on hold, and even a short break in the mail can slow down new donor sign-ups, delay revenue, and put extra strain on programs that can’t afford to lose momentum.

But while the mail may be stalled, donor giving doesn’t have to be.

Face-to-face is strike-proof

Face-to-face fundraising continues without disruption, reaching supporters where they are – in communities across Canada. Conversations at the door or at private sites are immediate, personal, and proven to convert at higher rates than most other channels.

When direct mail halts, face-to-face keeps programs moving forward.

  • Reliable donor acquisition without delivery delays
  • Scalable campaigns that can be launched quickly across regions
  • Conversations that build trust and long-term donor relationships

Capacity to step in

We’ve heard from nonprofit partners who are pivoting their investment to face-to-face to ensure they don’t fall short during this strike period. Our teams know how to adapt quickly, and we’re ready to help campaigns connect with donors right away, not weeks down the line. 

Over the years, we’ve worked alongside charities through all kinds of challenges, always coming back to the same truth: nothing replaces real human connection.

That’s exactly what happened in our work with Plan International Canada and BC Cancer Foundation. Both campaigns showed how face-to-face fundraising can spark thousands of genuine conversations and build long-term donor support that sustains missions well beyond the first gift.

The mission can’t wait

A postal strike might slow down the mail, but it doesn’t make the work any less urgent. Donors still want to give when they feel connected, and face-to-face fundraising makes sure those conversations don’t stop.

If your direct mail program is stalled, let’s talk about how face-to-face can keep your mission moving -> https://globalfacesdirect.com/contact/