Candid

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In February 2023, we officially launched Demographics via Candid , an initiative that empowers nonprofits to share their demographic data one time, through the Candid profile, where it can be accessed and reused by funders and other stakeholders across the field.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

What Types of Fundraisers are Most Popular Among Schools Blog Summary: This blog explores popular fundraising options, including catalog fundraisers, online storefronts, direct sales campaigns, and seasonal themes, each offering unique advantages for engaging supporters and meeting financial goals.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

On February 14, Candid launched Demographics via Candid, a campaign through which we partner with organizations across the social sector to encourage demographic data sharing. In line with that goal, Candid recently made refinements to the way we collect data about race and ethnicity. What’s changed?

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Blackbaud

MARCH 11, 2025

Ill also provide useful tips for launching and promoting your unique P2P challenge, everything from enabling solo DIY fundraisers to achieve their sometimes zany personal goals to making sure your app makes donating easy for their supporters. However, we do know that donor demographics and fundraising methods are always changing.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This way, readers understand what youre fighting for and the goals you want to accomplish. Be as specific as possible, including details like dates, fundraising goals, and the impact donors will make if they give]. If you have the means, would you be willing to donate [specific amount] to help us reach that goal?

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 15, 2024

It’s about relationships, expertise and shared goals. We’re approaching a significant shift in donor demographics with Generation X entering their 60s and Baby Boomers turning 80. The post Strengthening Social Impact: Actionable Insights from The Generosity Commission Report first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog.

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Candid

APRIL 25, 2023

The stakes are high, but there’s good news: EGA has leveraged the vast reach of Candid’s demographic data to help unlock critical insights for equity in environmental philanthropy. The largest environmental nonprofits are slower to diversify their leadership demographics compared to large nonprofits in general.

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2024

When the Supreme Court gutted race-conscious admissions last summer and the American Alliance for Equal Rights followed with a lawsuit against the Fearless Fund, some in the philanthropic sector feared that demographic data had become a potential liability. Listening and addressing barriers But now, I’m not worried.

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Candid

JUNE 28, 2023

In this blog, we will share his insights on how this initiative is growing support for groups that have historically lacked access to funding. According to Dosunmu, philanthropic funding often perpetuates existing racial disparities — even amongst institutions with stated values and goals to support racial justice.

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DoJiggy

MARCH 25, 2025

This blog is written for businesses considering corporate golf sponsorship opportunities. How to Choose the Right Sponsorship Opportunity Sponsors should consider their marketing goals and objectives when selecting a sponsorship opportunity. Create a free account and see how we can help your organization smash your fundraising goals!

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Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Pivoting to find a better way In the leadup to launching Demographics via Candid this year, the request came in for a fully baked, pre-launch toolkit. Take the time to clarify your goals, potential audiences, and basic messaging first. The post Turning the comms toolkit upside down appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 23, 2025

The type of grant reviews your funding organization uses will depend on the number of applications you receive, your technology, and the goals of your grant program. This includes validating IRS status, checking for required attachments, and ensuring the information provided aligns with your programs goals.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

This blog will explore key strategies and tips to enhance your grant writing skills, helping your organization to secure the funding it deserves. Pay close attention to the types of projects they have supported in the past and the specific demographics they target.

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Blackbaud

JULY 22, 2024

Or you may have a strong slate of programs reaching several demographics, but if a weather event canceled programs for an extended period, how would you make up for the lost revenue? Is it important to identify other grants to replace them or would it be better to adjust your annual fundraising campaign with higher goals?

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek. A brief description of the project, including your goals and objectives. The post How to write a winning grant proposal appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 26, 2024

You can then set up a meeting with your prospective partner to discuss their values, audience demographic, and whether they’re a good fit for your organization (and vice versa). The key is to think through how your corporate partner can amplify your awareness campaign while your nonprofit helps them achieve their goals, too.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Despite fundraising reluctance—for some board members, it’s an outright refusal—you can put a strategy in place to help your board members become the best fundraisers they can be and, in the process, make great strides in meeting your mission goals. It should contain clear expectations, realistic action steps, and attainable goals.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 18, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore the significance of advancing equity in philanthropic grantmaking and discuss actionable steps that donors, organizations, and social changemakers can take to make a meaningful impact. This means moving away from rigid funding structures and timelines toward more agile and responsive approaches.

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Greater Giving

JULY 5, 2024

Assemble your event planning team and ask yourselves the following questions: What common demographic characteristics do potential attendees have? Event Goals and Objectives Next, consider your event goals and objectives. Your event can cover one or more of these goals. appeared first on Greater Giving Blog.

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Candid

JANUARY 20, 2023

Branding: logo, tagline, website, and social media account handles Gold  Capabilities—share your organization’s financials and provide key demographic information that today’s funders seek. Platinum  Impact—showcase your nonprofit’s mission-driven goals and impress donors with the difference you’re making. 

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Qgiv

APRIL 19, 2023

This blog post will cover how to create your event communication plan. What are their demographics? Based on those demographics, what is the best way to reach out? It details which channels each demographic likes to use for communication. What is an event communication plan? That’s why knowing your audience is key.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Candid is also encouraging nonprofits to share their organizational leadership’s demographic makeup , so that funders who center equity in their grantmaking can more easily discover organizations that align with that strategy. The post Removing cost as a barrier to nonprofit training appeared first on Candid Blog.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 24, 2024

It outlines how your organization’s data should be managed responsibly, securely, and aligned with your overall goals. Make sure all the information in your system supports critical decision-making or strategic goals. The goal is to be very transparent. Why is Data Governance Important for Grantmakers? If it doesn’t, delete it.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 22, 2025

Beyond Fundraising: Building Community Through SchoolEvents Blog Summary: School fundraising is more than just collecting donations-its an opportunity to bring together students, parents, teachers, and local businesses to create lasting memories and a sense of belonging. But fundraising isnt just about meeting monetary goals.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Particularly, as many foundations have bolstered their efforts to collect demographic data from grantees, have changes in how we collect that data helped address inequitable funding practices and bring about systems transformation? In 2015, we began asking all grantseekers to provide demographic data. At the W.K.

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Greater Giving

MAY 17, 2024

The style of the event depends on your goal. Some fun event themes/ideas include: Host an Intimate Tasting Event Partner with a local winemaker(s) or retail shops to host an intimate tasting event for your top supporters, or as an avenue to reach a new demographic. Are you hoping to develop a new audience? Timing is everything!

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Candid

APRIL 11, 2023

Corporate sponsorship is a mutually beneficial relationship wherein a company offers direct financial support, in-kind donations , or skilled volunteer services to support a nonprofit in meeting its fundraising event goals. In this agreement, be sure to align on the following: Goals. A summary of your fundraising event needs.

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amplifi

AUGUST 22, 2024

Guest blog by Megan Allison, Qgiv. Creating a successful GivingTuesday campaign starts with clear goals. Once you have your goals, you can start deciding the type of content you want to promote for GivingTuesday. Begin by setting your goals and outlining the key messages you want to convey. Use storytelling techniques.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Facebook allows you to target specific demographics for a minimum of one dollar a day. A strategy will keep you on top of your marketing goals and tell you when to post your social media content for the highest impact. Clearly establishing your objectives will help you fine tune your ad’s details to meet your campaign’s goals.

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Candid

MAY 9, 2024

To help close this racial wealth gap, my organization, Living Cities, has made increasing homeownership across demographic groups a top priority. The goal is always for these nonprofits—run by and for community members—to become self-sufficient, relying on fees paid by residents, such as rent or fees on the use of land.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 15, 2023

Additionally, utilizing the segmentation capabilities offered by a comprehensive text messaging platform allows you to tailor your appeals based on supporters’ interests, demographics, or giving history. In fact, studies show that text messages have a 99% open rate and 90% read rate within just three minutes of sending.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 26, 2023

The more money you can raise, the better your chances are at achieving your organization’s goals. It helps build a strong base of supporters who will help you achieve your goals. Define Your Mission Identify Key Stakeholders Create a plan that aligns with your mission and goals. Why is it important for your nonprofit?

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Though both of these demographics have smaller cash reserves than typical nonprofit donors in the past, they’re also more generous than any generation before them. Tell your visitor who you are, what you’re raising money for, and the goal you hope to achieve. TIP: Tangible goals sell better.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 30, 2021

Based on the results of their research, they are creating new, innovative methods to present their nonprofits to the public and elevate their fundraising goals to new heights. This can be very effective if fundraising is more effectively executed with strategies aimed at specific demographics. appeared first on Greater Giving Blog.

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Candid

APRIL 24, 2024

Each organization represented an active participant in our growing community of nearly 150 Demographics via Candid partners who have joined us to create more efficient, equitable, and effective grantmaking processes. Demographics via Candid also provided the company with reliable data sources to support deeper analysis.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

How to Secure Sponsorships for Your School Fundraisers Blog Summary: School fundraisers are crucial for enhancing educational experiences. Below are key steps to establish a strong foundation: Define Your Fundraising Goal Clarity is everything. The more organized you are, the better your chances of making a successful case for support.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

These divisions create data silos that can cause roadblocks within your organization, resulting in unnecessary friction between teams, unmet campaign goals, and staff inefficiency. According to NPOInfo , effective donor data management keeps track of metrics like giving habits, contact information, demographics, and nonprofit interactions.

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