Newsletter guides
Plain-English help for people who send a newsletter but aren't marketers. Also see the Mailchimp pricing calculator and MailWild pricing.
Free newsletter templates
Free Google Docs newsletter templateA free newsletter template you can open in Google Docs, with steps to fill it in, add photos and send it. Or have MailWild write and send it for you.Canva newsletter template: a free layout recipeA free Canva newsletter layout with exact sizes, fonts and colors, plus steps to build it in Canva and send it. Or let MailWild write and send it.Free monthly newsletter template, with example copyA free monthly newsletter template with example copy for every section, as a Word and Google Docs file. Or let MailWild write next month's issue for you.Free weekly newsletter templateA free weekly newsletter template: a three-minute format with example copy, as a Word and Google Docs file. Or let MailWild write each week's issue.Company newsletter template for employeesA free company and employee newsletter template with example copy: a leader's note, wins, dates, new teammates and shout-outs. Word and Google Docs.Free classroom newsletter template for teachersA free classroom newsletter template for teachers, with example copy for families: what we're learning, dates, reminders and helpers needed.Free Outlook newsletter templateA free newsletter template you can paste into Outlook and save as an Outlook template, with steps for new Outlook, Outlook on the web and classic Outlook.Free Microsoft Word newsletter templateA free Microsoft Word newsletter template (.docx) with steps to fill it in, save it as your own Word template, and send it. Plus 12 more by audience.Free Gmail newsletter templateA free newsletter template you can paste into Gmail and save as a Gmail template, with steps to turn on templates, add photos and send to a group.Free quarterly newsletter templateA free quarterly newsletter template with example copy: a note to start, the quarter in numbers, the big story, what's next and one way to help.Free preschool newsletter templateA free preschool and daycare newsletter template with example copy: this month's theme, skills, dates, what to send, helpers and birthdays.Free church newsletter templateA free church newsletter template with example copy: a word from the pastor, service times, events, ministry spotlight, prayer requests and giving.Free HOA newsletter templateA free HOA newsletter template with example copy: key dates, board decisions, community notices, dues and how to reach the board. Word and Google Docs.Free PTA newsletter templateA free PTA newsletter template with example copy: the big event, volunteers needed, dates, where PTA money went and how to join. Word and Google Docs.Free club newsletter templateA free club newsletter template with example copy: the main change, club news, member of the month, calendar and a note from the board.Free nonprofit newsletter templateA free nonprofit newsletter template with example copy: thank you first, impact numbers, one story, what's next and one clear ask. Word and Google Docs.Free real estate newsletter template for agentsA free real estate newsletter template for agents: a personal hello, local market numbers, a featured listing, a tip, local events and one ask.Free restaurant newsletter templateA free restaurant newsletter template with example copy: this week's specials with prices, events, hours and holidays, and a booking button.
Newsletters for your organization
Email newsletter software for churchesSimple email newsletter software for church offices and volunteers. Replace BCC Gmail and printed bulletins. $9 a month for up to 500 people.HOA newsletter and email softwareSimple email software for HOA boards. Stop emailing homeowners from personal accounts: unsubscribe links, a sent record and a clean look. From $9 a month.PTA and school newsletter emailSend your PTA or school newsletter as a real email, not a flyer in a backpack. Photos, sign-up buttons, phone-friendly. $9 a month for up to 500 families.Newsletter software for clubs and associationsSimple newsletter software for garden clubs, sports leagues, alumni groups and hobby clubs. A real email, not a PDF. $9 a month for up to 500 members.Email newsletter software for small nonprofitsSimple newsletter software for small nonprofits run by volunteers and tiny staffs: donor updates, impact stories and year-end appeals.Email newsletters for restaurantsHow to run a restaurant email newsletter: what to send (specials, events, seasonal menus, holiday hours), collecting emails with permission, how often.Email newsletters for real estate agentsHow agents can send a monthly market update to past clients and their sphere: what to include, importing from your CRM, and keeping it personal.Newsletter software for small businessSimple newsletter software for shops, service businesses and local trades. Draft from your notes and photos, send from your domain, pay by list size.
How-to guides and ideas
Church newsletter ideas for every season35 church newsletter ideas for Advent, Lent, Easter, summer and stewardship season, plus standing sections and a way to fill each issue in 20 minutes.HOA newsletter ideas for every seasonHOA newsletter ideas boards can use: board updates, dues reminders, pool season, trash schedules, architectural requests, safety and new neighbors.PTA newsletter ideas for the whole school yearPTA newsletter ideas month by month: back-to-school, volunteer sign-ups, fundraisers, Teacher Appreciation Week, field trips, spirit days and end of year.Nonprofit newsletter ideas that get readNonprofit newsletter ideas: impact stories, volunteer spotlights, by-the-numbers updates, behind the scenes, events, year-end appeals and thank-yous.Small business newsletter ideas customers actually openSmall business newsletter ideas customers open: new products, behind the scenes, customer stories, how-tos, seasonal offers, staff picks and FAQs.How to start an email newsletterA plain-English guide to starting an email newsletter for a small business, church, club or nonprofit: your list, your tool, your first issue.How often should you send a newsletter?Monthly is the right default for most small businesses, churches, clubs and nonprofits. When to send more or less, and why consistency wins.Email newsletter rules for small organizations (CAN-SPAM basics)Email newsletter rules for small organizations in plain English: what CAN-SPAM requires, what counts as commercial email, and Canada and EU basics.How to write a newsletter people actually readHow to write a newsletter people read: a subject line that says what's inside, the most important item first, short sections, one ask. With examples.How to make a mailing list in GmailStep by step: make a mailing list in Gmail with a Google Contacts label, import contacts from a spreadsheet, and email the group. Plus Gmail's limits.How to make a mailing list in OutlookStep by step: make a contact list in new Outlook and Outlook on the web, or a contact group in classic Outlook, import a spreadsheet, and email it.
Switching from Mailchimp or Constant Contact
A simpler, cheaper Mailchimp alternativeA simple Mailchimp alternative for small businesses and organizations: 25% cheaper than Mailchimp Essentials, and unsubscribed contacts are never billed.A simpler Constant Contact alternativeMailWild is a simple Constant Contact alternative: 25% cheaper than Constant Contact Lite, no price cliff at 501 contacts, and no call to cancel.How to export your contacts and cancel MailchimpStep by step: export your contacts from Mailchimp, what the zip contains, moving them to another tool, and how to downgrade or cancel Mailchimp safely.How to move your contacts off Constant ContactHow to export your contacts from Constant Contact with their lists, tags and email status, bring them into MailWild, and cancel Constant Contact.Does Mailchimp charge for unsubscribed contacts?Yes. Mailchimp counts unsubscribed and non-subscribed contacts toward your plan. How archiving lowers the bill, the tradeoffs, and the alternatives.Mailchimp's 2026 price increase: what changed and what to doMailchimp cut its free plan to 250 contacts in February 2026 and raised legacy plan prices in April. What it costs now and what your options are.Constant Contact pricing explainedConstant Contact Lite and Standard prices at common list sizes, what each plan includes, the jump at 501 contacts, and how it compares with MailWild.