Future Fundraising Now

MARCH 3, 2025

Here are the 5 most-read Future Fundraising Now blog posts of the month of February: 207 ways to write better fundraising 8 steps to success for fundraisers How many appeals should you send?

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Nonprofit organizations have been experiencing significant labor shortages for years. But recently, increased demand for services and fewer people interested in joining nonprofits has made the situation worse. Many organizations are finding it difficult to fill roles, especially in the finance department.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

AUGUST 15, 2024

Among the findings of Center for Effective Philanthropy’s State of Nonprofits 2024: What Funders Need to Know, was a striking statistic: 95 percent of nonprofit leaders who responded to CEP’s survey […] The post Burnout and Well-Being in Grantee Organizations: A CEP Blog Series appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy. (..)

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Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In September 2024, Candid and ABFE published two fact sheets about Black nonprofit leadership : Key Facts about Nonprofits with Majority Black Leadership and Key Facts about Nonprofits with Black CEOs. Invest in early to mid-career staff: Create leadership development programs for staff other than the executive staff.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 15, 2024

For many nonprofits, a live or silent auction is the pinnacle of their fundraising event calendar. However, the types of items that are best secured via nonprofit discounts or on consignment will often be your biggest-ticket auction prizes, so make sure you have room in your event budget for those purchases.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

Understanding these projected trends will help nonprofits stay ahead of the curve and optimize their funding strategies. In this blog post, well explore the key grant writing trends anticipated for 2025, including technological advancements, shifting priorities, and emerging best practices. Increased Use of Data Analytics 1.1

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Clairification

MAY 18, 2023

This blew my mind: Seth Godin wrote people are really making good use of the free AI on his blog – and so far, it’s pretty trustworthy. It then gave me links to five blog posts if I wanted to know what Seth actually said. I gave it a try, and these were the results. I asked “How do you choose a good vacation spot?”

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, we will cover online fundraising methods, tools, and some quick tips to get your nonprofit started! Read Blackbaud’s recent report from The Resilient Nonprofit that highlights fundraising giving trends and outcomes. Recurring donations can provide nonprofits with steady income, improving long-term financial stability.

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Clairification

MARCH 23, 2023

The Clairity Click-it exists to bring you a range of voices from across the nonprofit world so you can resource, learn and digest at your own pace, and come up with new and better ways to do your job of changing the world. Seth Godin wants to help you too! I am deeply appreciative for your support!

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

When you work for a nonprofit organization, you dont hope for a period of unexpected demand or income fluctuations. Operating reserves provide a financial cushion to help nonprofit organizations weather economic uncertainty and make stronger strategic decisions. Still not sure if an operating reserve is right for your nonprofit?

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Clairification

JUNE 29, 2023

For a modest $100/year you get all my new blog articles, monthly tips (July’s are now live!), Clairity Click-it, Your Nonprofit Ticket to… The post Fireworks Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources appeared first on Clairification. I’ll be back in your in-box before you can miss me!

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CharityHowTo

JANUARY 23, 2025

Face-to-face solicitations remain one of the most effective ways to cultivate relationships and secure significant gifts for nonprofits. Drawing from Brian Sabers webinar, The Awesome Ask, this blog dives into proven strategies for making meaningful one-on-one asks that drive results.

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Clairification

APRIL 20, 2023

Thank you for doing your vital work, and making our world a better place, Claire claire@clairification.com P.S. Please consider getting access to all my blog articles, monthly tips, webinars, podcasts, bonuses and other content via enrollment in ‘Clairification School.’ I am deeply appreciative for your support!

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 23, 2024

When your nonprofit is just getting started, your budget for an accounting system is likely very close to $0. Those low-cost tools can be a great way to launch and gain momentum, but there comes a point for every nonprofit when the time it takes to manage your fund accounting workarounds outweighs the cost of upgrading your system.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

Nonprofit organizations are often challenged with the daunting task of delivering significant impacts with limited resources. The Google Ad Grants program, which started in 2003, is a transformative tool that offers nonprofits worldwide $10,000 per month for free to promote their missions and connect with target audiences.

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Wild Apricot

AUGUST 27, 2024

Discover effective donor retention strategies for nonprofits with our comprehensive blog. Learn how to build lasting relationships, increase donor loyalty and enhance your fundraising efforts through proven techniques and expert insights.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Purpose-built for fundraising : Is the CRM youre considering designed with nonprofits in mind? Im a huge fan of online nonprofit communities and software review sites , as well as local communities such as Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) chapters. The post Is It Time for Your Nonprofit or School to Make a CRM Change?

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Clairification

JUNE 1, 2023

For a modest $100/year you get all my new blog articles, monthly tips, bonus tips, templates and worksheets, course and product discounts, and access to archived posts, webinars, and podcasts. I am deeply appreciative for your support! [If If the enrollment fee is a hardship, please email me and we’ll work it out.]

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Let’s dive into what Giving Tuesday is, its history, and how nonprofits can leverage this day to kickstart year-round fundraising efforts. For nonprofits, Giving Tuesday is more than just a single day of fundraising; it’s a launchpad for ongoing efforts throughout the year. What is Giving Tuesday? How Does Giving Tuesday Work?

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Join us for our upcoming webinar, Year-End Best Practices Every Nonprofit Should Know. During the planning phase, nonprofits should segment their donors based on their communication preferences and how they prefer to give. Empower supporters to raise donations from friends and family.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As a nonprofit finance professional, you want all your data to be accurate. Keep reading for actionable tips to improve your allocation processes and avoid issues common to managing your nonprofit payroll and time tracking for grant reporting. Maintaining compliance can protect existing funding, as well.

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Clairification

MAY 30, 2024

For a modest $100/year you get all my new blog articles, monthly tips, bonus tips, templates and worksheets, course and product discounts, and access to archived posts, webinars, and podcasts. Clairity Click-it, Your Nonprofit Ticket to… The post Bustin’ Out Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources appeared first on Clairification.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 20, 2025

In a Q&A conversation with consultant and nonprofit CFO Andrew Horrow , many people asked about ways to understand cash flow when funding sources were fluctuating. Here are a few of his suggestions for tracking and managing your cash flow, along with strategies to help your nonprofit stay flexible during times of financial uncertainty.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

But as a nonprofit professional, you dont have to feel this fear regarding your organizations audits! Audits are actually essential to build a strong managerial and financial foundation for your nonprofit. In this guide, youll learn four key things you need to understand about audits as a nonprofit professional. Lets dive in!

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Clairification

APRIL 6, 2023

The Clairity Click-it exists to bring you a range of borrowed wisdom from across the nonprofit world so you can resource, learn and digest at your own pace, and come up with new and better ways to adapt to changing circumstances and do your job of changing the world. I am deeply appreciative for your support!

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Clairification

AUGUST 8, 2024

I publish the Clairity Click-it to offer all kinds of resources for all kinds of nonprofit consumers. For a modest $100/year donation you get all my new blog articles, exclusive monthly tips, bonus e-guides, templates and worksheets, course and product discounts, and access to archived posts, webinars, and podcasts.

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Clairification

MAY 4, 2023

— Seth Godin What a great philosophy to apply to nonprofit fundraising: Look out the window, not in the mirror. Clairity Click-it, Your Nonprofit Ticket to… The post “For Them” Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources appeared first on Clairification. Lead from empathy, love and gratitude.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 16, 2025

For nonprofits, every dollar is mission-critical, and every decision impacts lives. When I meet with nonprofits about their struggles, the majority of these problems can be traced back to the way their accounting system was set up. For nonprofits, their duties involve more than just basic bookkeeping.

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Hands-On Fundraising

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

One of the biggest benefits of working at a nonprofit is knowing you’re making a difference. Your employees may feel […] The post 5 Tips To Foster a Positive Work Environment for Nonprofits appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 23, 2023

Your nonprofit organization needs to share stories using all these forms. Use them in your appeals, thank you letters, newsletters, updates, impact (annual) reports, website, blog, and other types of social media. You can tell a story with words, pictures, and videos. I prefer written stories, but others are drawn to videos.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A stellar website is essential for your nonprofit. A website serves as your digital headquarters and the foundation of your nonprofit’s online presence. A nonprofit’s website established credibility, helps improve its reach, increase donations, and amplify its impact. 5 Reasons fora StellarNonprofit Website 1.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 28, 2025

Does your nonprofits brand ever feel like its missing that one puzzle piecesomething that, once found, could amplify your mission from a quiet whisper to a confident rallying cry? In our ever-crowded nonprofit landscape, having a strong brand is more than just looking the partits a strategic advantage.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Is your nonprofit or school getting the most from its fundraising CRM? How Nonprofits and Schools Can Use CRM Integration When your CRM is integrated with the other tools your organization uses, information flows automatically between them and can facilitate more automation and more concise, rapid reporting.

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Clairification

DECEMBER 28, 2023

As I wrote in this week’s blog post on Clairification: Don’t Blow Your Post-Holiday Opportunity to Thank Your Nonprofit Supporters. Clairity Click-it, Your Nonprofit Ticket to… The post New Year Clairity Click-it: Nonprofit Links + Free Resources appeared first on Clairification.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 27, 2025

Building a strong online presence is one of the most exciting and impactful ways to amplify your nonprofits reach. Plus, digital marketing is a cost-effective way to reach a wide audience with minimal overhead , making it accessible for nonprofits of all sizes. This will ensure search engines like Google easily find your site.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 3, 2025

In the nonprofit sector, both time and money are always limited so you have to strike the right balance between mission-oriented activities and backend operations. Some nonprofits had to drive printed checks around town collecting signatures, while others had already transitioned most of their vendors to electronic and automatic payments.

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Clairification

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

For a modest $100/year donation you get all my new blog articles, exclusive monthly tips, bonus e-guides, templates and worksheets, course and product discounts, and access to archived posts, webinars, and podcasts. I am deeply appreciative for your support! [If If the enrollment fee is a hardship, please email me and we’ll work it out.]

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