Want your organization’s name to show when you call donors, volunteers, or supporters? You’re not alone. Unfortunately, mobile carriers don’t always make this simple. Here are the best options to boost recognition and keep your calls and texts from being ignored.
Option 1: Register a Caller Name (CNAM)
We can register your number(s) in the national caller ID database through our upstream provider. This helps ensure your organization’s name shows up on landline caller ID.
Pros:
Works reliably on landlines and some VoIP phones
Builds trust when calling known supporters
Considerations:
Mobile phones usually do not display this name (they rely on contact lists or carrier apps)
Does not prevent spam labeling if your number is misused
Option 2: Share a Contact Card (vCard)
For mobile phones, the most reliable way to ensure your name appears is to get saved in a contact list.
That’s why we built the free Rally vCard Generator — purpose-built for nonprofits and mission-driven organizations. With it, you can create a professional, branded card that includes:
Your name or organization
Phone number(s) (including text-enabled lines)
Email and website
Logo or profile photo (optional)
Impact story + text-to-donate details
How it works:
Share your vCard by text, email, or QR code
With one tap, supporters save your info
Once saved, your name shows on calls and texts
Your messages are less likely to be flagged or ignored
⚠️ iOS 26 Update: Apple’s new message filtering makes saved contact info more important than ever. Sharing a vCard keeps your texts in the primary inbox, not spam or promotions.
👉 Create yours now: vcard.rallycorp.com
Option 3: Lead With Your Name in Texts
Another smart trick: start every text with your name or org. iPhones and many Android devices can detect names in recent messages and suggest them when you call.
For example:
“Hi Sarah, this is Jen from Hope Mission. Just following up…”
Later, the recipient might see:
“Maybe: Jen” or “Hope Mission?”
It’s not perfect, but it helps with recognition until your contact is saved.
How Rally Corp Can Help
We support you with:
CNAM registration for landlines
A free, branded vCard you can share instantly
Pre-call SMS or voicemail drops linking to your vCard
Pricing for CNAM varies by plan and number of lines, but most nonprofits invest a small setup fee plus a monthly per-line fee. The vCard generator is completely free.
Summary of Options
Method | Works on Landlines | Works on Mobiles | Best For |
CNAM (Caller Name) | ✅ Yes | ❌ Not reliably | Donor calls, legacy lines |
vCard (Contact Card) | N/A | ✅ Yes | Being saved as a known contact |
Name in Intro Text | N/A | ✅ Sometimes | Quick recognition after texting |
💙 Need help getting set up? Contact [email protected] or use the chat icon in the bottom-right corner of your screen. We’ll walk you through the best option for your goals.