Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Using Giving USA 2024 and IRS Statistics on Individual Tax Returns , I discovered a massive decline in individual donations that could have long-term consequences for fundraising. 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 Why Was 2021 a High Year for Fundraising? billion (inflation-adjusted).

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Fundraisers in 2023 are facing numerous headwinds. In 2022, everything changed. A Perfect Storm Due to a confluence of events, charitable giving fell 13% (adjusted for inflation) in 2022. As reported earlier by the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , the number of donors decreased almost 20% in the last 10 years.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 28, 2022

Besides fundraising, Nonprofits have other business challenges. Some years, that means accommodating rising expenses while trying to overcome budget shortfalls. This year, according to the 2022 Nonprofit Industry Pulse Survey, many nonprofits named staffing shortages as a top issue — and they’re not alone in this.

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Pamela Grow

APRIL 29, 2023

According to the latest data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , nonprofits continue to face a concerning decline in donors and donations. Their latest report showed the number of donors dropping by full 10% in 2022. Your overall focus in fundraising should always be general operating support. Prioritize monthly giving.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 9, 2022

Did you know that 84% of fundraising pledges are fulfilled and that the average mobile donation pledge for fundraising events is $167 ? These are only a few of the statistics that show how effective pledge fundraising can be for nonprofits. What is pledge fundraising? How can I use pledge fundraising in 2022?

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 13, 2024

According to new data from the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), males employed as fundraisers earned 10% more in salary, on average, than females even after factors such as organization size, taking time off for child rearing, education and experience were factored in. from $95,851 in 2022 to $96,621 in 2023.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 26, 2022

These fundraising articles are popular ones that our readers have loved and I wanted to gather them together for you in case you missed any of them earlier this year. So, we pack as much goodness as we can into our fundraising articles, bulleting out information so it’s easy to follow and easy to use.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 5, 2024

In 2022, based on 990 data–remember this is the most recent 990 data we can get– foundation giving was up compared to 2021 in terms of dollars but down significantly in terms of inflation (around 10% according to Giving USA 2023: The Annual Report on Philanthropy of the Year 2022 ). Did you miss part 1 and 2 ?

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar , it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan —and stick to it.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar, it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan—and stick to it.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

You worked hard to meet last year’s fundraising goals, and now you’re able to look ahead at a new year filled with new possibilities. To help start your year off strong, consider prioritizing these five fundraising ideas today. Sending custom receipts recapping donors’ 2022 gifts to make tax season easier.

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Candid

APRIL 19, 2022

They generously decided to make a $125,000 donation (representing approximately 20% of our yearly budget). While the pandemic presented LOHR with many challenges, it pushed us to revisit our fundraising strategy and create a new approach that we plan to adopt permanently. Lessons learned .

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CauseVox

JULY 11, 2022

Peer-to-peer fundraising is on the rise and it’s no wonder since they typically raise twice as much compared to other types of digital fundraising campaigns. And who better to get peer-to-peer fundraising tips from than a nonprofit professional? Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaign. Who Is Invest In Kids?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This funding can come in the form of donations, federal dollars, private funders, gifts, fundraising events, and grants. Instead, many organizations rely on grant dollars to fund a significant portion of their budget. Grant consultants tailor service packages to fit your organization’s needs and budget.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, a year-end fundraising goal and plan is important for nonprofits to take full advantage of donors’ kindness. But unfortunately, the average donor retention rate in 2022 was 42.6%, making it the lowest rate on record. But unfortunately, the average donor retention rate in 2022 was 42.6%, making it the lowest rate on record.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 20, 2022

Among other insights, Greater Giving’s annual The State of Nonprofit Fundraising report reveals that despite uncertainty, nonprofits are overcoming obstacles and feeling more confident going into 2022. The State of Nonprofit Fundraising 2021 revealed that more than 60% of nonprofits fell short of their fundraising goals in 2020.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Want to bring your fundraising to the next level? Here are 31 fun, unique fundraising ideas that will support your programs without exhausting your members. Not only do fundraisers help you continue making a difference in people’s lives, but they can also be a great opportunity to build a stronger community within your church.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

And as a nonprofit organization, the start of October also means you’re entering the last quarter of the year and the beginning of the year-end fundraising season. When you’re planning your end-of-year fundraising campaigns, you really won’t want to miss out on all the fun the holidays provide. Halloween Fundraising Ideas.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 12, 2022

As nonprofit fundraisers, we’re always thinking about our donors first. But donors aren’t the only people who make your fundraising events and campaigns successful, and they aren’t the only people whose needs you should be considering. Fundraising campaign promotion to their audience. ” tweet this. Gift match agreement.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Armando Ehrenzweig, Get in Motion’s Founder and CEO, attended a fundraising workshop last year presented by the Fundraising Academy for Grassroots Organizations and AcademyGO , a member of Candid’s Funding Information Network.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2024

Although all the numbers aren’t in yet, it’s on track to be on par with 2022 — perhaps worse. A Chronicle of Philanthropy survey last year found fundraisers were stressed over inflation, lack of staff, and declining donors. Nonprofits are still struggling to recover from 2022’s 10.5 percent drop in donations.

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Not Your Father's Charity

APRIL 27, 2022

Also, they won’t be successful at fundraising or recruiting new members. Therefore, when searching for a nonprofit board chair, the person has to have an adequate understanding of financial management and experience in overseeing budgets. © 2022 Not Your Father’s Charity & Wayne Elsey. All Rights Reserved.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Grant funding is an essential part of fundraising for nonprofit organizations. In fact, according to the 2022 Grant Professionals Association Salary Survey , grants account for 32% of total revenue for organizations on average. Read our article to learn more. This bill is too expensive for many nonprofits.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Hilary is the Digital Fundraising Manager at DNL OmniMedia. For over a decade, she’s brought fundraising strategy & technology together to create successful campaigns. Hilary specializes in technology audits, digital fundraising, and technology implementations.

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Critical Fundraising

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Each month, the Critical Fundraising blog presents a digest of the best fundraising-related blogs and articles from the previous month that have adopted a critical fundraising mode of thought. Inclusion in this digest does not indicate that Rogare agrees with any arguments presented, only that we thought they made a good case.

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Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2021

As COVID-19 continued to dominate world headlines in 2021, Candid’s blog readers looked to us for guidance on fundraising in a largely digital world, along with related news and trends in the social sector. Top fundraising trends to capitalize on in 2021. What do funders look for in grant proposal budgets? By Scott E.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

According to the latest M+R Benchmarks Study , monthly giving increased by 11% in 2022, making up 28% of all online revenue. Achievable: Assess your current resources such as staff, budget, and marketing channels to determine whether your goal is realistic. Time-Bound: Give your team a deadline.

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iGrantWriters

JANUARY 5, 2022

Abstracts/executive summaries may be submitted at any time for consideration before the closing date of this annual program statement on June 1, 2022. The abstracts/executive summaries will be reviewed in several rounds: received by February 15, 2022, received by April 1, 2022; received by May 1, 2022; and received by June 1, 2022.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

After many organizations received a fundraising boost during the pandemic, direct response professionals once again seem to be bracing for a decline. Even so, direct-response fundraising remains critically important—both as a source of sustainable annual revenue and as a funnel for the cultivation of higher-level donors.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Considering the twists that fundraising plans may have taken in 2023, it’s crucial to recalibrate for the upcoming year. As we embark on the fundraising journey in 2024, the significance of a well-structured nonprofit annual development plan cannot be overstated. What’s your plan for 2024?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

While goals are vital to success, SMART fundraising goals help make sure you’re setting goals that you just can’t miss. The reality is this: goals ARE vital to success —especially when fundraising for new nonprofits. Fundraising goals help a nonprofit fulfill its mission. That sounds good, right? Can’t miss” goals! Set a goal!

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Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. In 2022, foundation funding accounted for about $105.21 One of the first things you need to do, then, is to detail your expenses in a budget and determine what is eligible for grant funding. charitable giving.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 1, 2022

Many nonprofits are shifting their focus away from less reliable fundraising revenue sources and toward this new fundraising strategy. For more than two years now, it’s been a tough environment in which to meet nonprofit fundraising goals. Turning Away from Fickle Fundraising Revenue Sources.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

It’s no secret that the most effective fundraising strategies begin with understanding your target audience. This means that in 2022, this group ranges in age from 15-26. So, how do we refocus and tailor our fundraising to this new generation of savvy movers and shakers? However, Generation Z is still an audience to be explored.

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Candid

MAY 2, 2022

Fundraising: It was easy to encourage nonprofits to update their profile as a legitimate way to put their mission and work out there for funders and donors to see. . They shared quite a bit from Candid’s articles, social posts, and training. Throughout the campaign, they focused on a few key topics to make the case with their members: .

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CauseVox

JANUARY 2, 2025

From school fundraisers to upscale galas, hosting a raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. Benefits Of 50/50 Raffles A 50/50 raffle is one of the simplest fundraising ideas with a reliable and proven ROI. Who Should Hold A 50/50 Fundraising Raffle? What Is A 50/50 Raffle?

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 25, 2024

There are fundraisers to organize, services and subscriptions to sell, and donations to collect. foundations offering more than $105 billion in 2022. You need a solid business model and budgeting plan. Gather essential documents such as your IRS determination letter, financial statements, and organizational budget.

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