Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries. Individual donations dropped by 2.4%, with their share of total giving slightly decreasing from 67.4% In contrast, the Giving USA Foundation’s annual report highlights that donations rose to $557.16

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Candid

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Does a nonprofit’s mission statement influence its fundraising efforts? New research conducted using data from Candid suggests that understanding this relationship can boost your nonprofit’s fundraising success. An effective nonprofit mission statement draws supporters and donors to an organization.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Organizations are always making miracles happen on tight budgets. So, it’s hard to imagine cutting additional costs at a nonprofit. The best leaders understand two things must happen to sustain a nonprofit: SAVING money and RAISING money. Afterall, nonprofit is your tax status, it shouldn’t be your business model.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 16, 2024

The trends suggest nonprofits would do well to offer a variety of program options to meet this evolving landscape of corporate giving, according to the 2024 State of Corporate Purpose report released recently by social impact software company Benevity in Calgary, Canada. The same is true of corporate-backed volunteer programs.

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MAY 18, 2021

The best gift a nonprofit organization can receive is unrestricted cash, but an inkind donation of something your organization needs and would have otherwise purchased is also a high-value gift. Basically, it’s a non-cash donation made to a nonprofit organization. There’s more to inkind donations than you might think.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Not all donations need to be monetary! By accepting in-kind donations, you can ask your donors to provide resources for your mission in ways that may be more accessible for some of your supporters. Despite not donating financially, in-kind donations can still qualify as a tax dedication, further benefiting your donors.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Managing your annual budget—and multiple budgets within it—is one of the most crucial components of running a nonprofit organization. Learn more about what a nonprofit fiscal year is and how you can arrange your budget to best meet your organization’s financial needs below. What is a Nonprofit Fiscal Year?

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Over the past five years, nonprofit arts organizations have maneuvered through pandemic shutdowns, evolving audience behaviors, and the relentless pressure of inflation. Much like individuals who find their monthly budgets don’t go as far when prices go up, organizations found that the same activities cost much more. months in 2019.

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Qgiv

MAY 15, 2023

Not everyone can be a math genius, but when you’re using a fundraising event budget template, you don’t have to be. Hosting an event requires your organization to do a lot of research and planning, but using a budgeting template can ease some of the stress of your staff.

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 22, 2023

According to the Nonprofit Times article : “More troubling is when these numbers are paired with earlier research from the Lilly School that showed just 5.4% As a sector, we have to change…” That’s why it is imperative nonprofit leaders learn how to talk to donors more effectively. Not because donors are better.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We often hear that many nonprofits with larger annual operating budgets do not have access to donations and discounts on TechSoup. We understand that even with a larger budget, all nonprofits need access to affordable technology solutions to meet their mission needs.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 24, 2024

Auctions are among the most engaging and lucrative fundraising events your nonprofit could host. Plus, they have the potential to raise thousands of dollars for your mission through winning bids on items, entry fees, and additional donations made during the event. Seeking out nonprofit discounts.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Volunteers sit outside grocery stores, ringing bells and encouraging shoppers to donate to their cause. With so many options for charitable giving, people want to know how they can donate wisely. In this blog, I will share how you can use your head and heart to inform your giving and to ensure your donations make a difference.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

Smart money moves are vital for nonprofits. But staying financially solid while also being nimble enough to handle surprises like recessions and weather events is hard even for the most seasoned nonprofit. Modern technology and clear rules are key to strong nonprofit financial management. What is Nonprofit Financial Management?

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Recurring donations are gifts to a nonprofit organization made by a donor on an ongoing basis, typically monthly. Nonprofit organizations benefit from recurring donations because they provide consistent revenue streams and help organizations maintain long-term relationships with supporters. And donors like it.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Thanking donors is crucial for securing gifts—especially for small nonprofits trying to build a support base. By Logan Foote Building relationships is crucial for nonprofits to grow their impact. For small nonprofits in particular, these relationships are critical to growing and scaling your work to drive additional impact.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

Your words matter when you’re trying to get people to donate. The right words are critical, especially when your goal is to get people to donate! Your request for support should connect with the passion your donor or prospect already has for the work your nonprofit does. If you inspire people, you’ll get a gift. Their name.

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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. Nonprofits struggled to acquire new donors as well. While major donors have kept donations rising or steady in the past, they also pulled back in the fourth quarter of 2022.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Here are three kinds of fundraising events that work for most nonprofits and how to choose the right one for you. You already know that every dollar counts in your nonprofit. So, what’s the RIGHT event for your nonprofit? BUT the flip side?

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Thanking your donors should be a priority for your nonprofit organization. Thanking your donors is not just something you do after you receive a donation and then do nothing for a while. Your donors have the option to give to countless nonprofit organizations, but they chose yours. Is that the case? It’s much more personal.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Did you know that Americans who include monetary charitable giving in their annual budget gave nearly seven times, on average, than those who do not budget at all? adults conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Vanguard Charitable, a nonprofit that administers donor-advised funds (DAFs).

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 30, 2023

To take advantage of this trend toward recurring giving, your nonprofit will need to look inward at its donor data. Under this framework, your nonprofit would create goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. In this case, you may aim to upgrade donors to a larger monthly donation.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Accounting can vary widely based on industry, and nonprofit accounting is one of the most unique approaches to the subject. Instead of focusing on generating a profit for the organization, the core of nonprofit accounting is accountability toward supporters and toward the mission.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 23, 2024

Donor fatigue is real, and it’s hurting lots of small nonprofits that are over asking their donors without balancing those asks with enough feel-good interactions. Regardless, it’s something to be concerned about BEFORE you see a decrease in your donations. Some experts say donor fatigue is a myth. I’ll show you. What is Donor Fatigue?

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The NonProfit Times

JUNE 13, 2024

Nonprofits face continual financial pressures around revenue streams, with 57% of financial managers saying they need somewhat or much more stable cash flow, and nearly 7 in 10 sharing that they need more revenue streams today than they did two years ago. Nonprofit employees spend, on average, 30% of their day managing data between systems.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. Obviously, donors want as much of their donation as possible to go to your programs, to help change lives. But you have to spend some money on running your nonprofit.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Almost all nonprofit professionals focus their efforts on growth in one way or another, and your team is likely no exception. After all, growth plays a key role in increasing your nonprofit’s impact. Offer recurring donation options. Reduce donation page abandonment. Focus on building relationships.

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Qgiv

MAY 6, 2021

More specifically, text-to-donate for small nonprofits can be extremely beneficial. Even without the resources of a larger organization, your organization can use a reliable text-to-donate tool to collect gifts, send quick communications, and provide convenience for donors. How Text Fundraising Can Be Used For Small Nonprofits?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 5, 2023

When set up right, your nonprofit accounting system will help you manage your nonprofit and streamline processes like budgeting, projecting cash flow, and even hiring. Most people who start or lead nonprofits aren’t numbers people. What a Nonprofit Accounting System IS What do I mean by “nonprofit accounting system?”

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Grant Writer Team

JULY 25, 2024

Many nonprofits partner up to step into success. After all, it’s why nonprofits exist, right? Starting a nonprofit signifies a decision to no longer sit idly by as problems persist. The nonprofits who set the pace are those who choose the right grant-writing partner. million nonprofits registered in the U.S.,

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Soapbox Exchange

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

If you're in search of an all-encompassing fundraising platform designed to streamline donor relationship management and facilitate donations for your nonprofit organization, you've likely encountered Classy. Fortunately, opting for a more cost-effective solution doesn't equate to compromising on functionality.

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Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Social media has changed the marketing world, and Facebook Ads for nonprofits are an easy tool to increase your organization’s presence online. To optimize your advertising budget, create a marketing strategy to establish the best time for your organization to use ads. What are the benefits of using Facebook Ads for nonprofits?

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 27, 2024

In the nonprofit sector, the focus often falls on fundraising efforts and donor engagement as the primary drivers of success. While these elements are undeniably critical, the backbone of any successful nonprofit organization is its operational efficiency. The Symbiotic Relationship Between Operations and Fundraising 1.

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

For many nonprofits, auctions can often feel taxing—without the right tools or practices in place, they can become burdensome—making it anything but sustainable for both your team and organization. Cater to different budgets: Not all attendees may have the financial means to bid on high-end items.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 18, 2022

Given the In difficult times, nonprofits provide life-changing support to people affected by financial hardship. substantial impact of nonprofit activity, many companies and people want to give back to their organization but don’t have the means to do so. The big question is, how much can your nonprofit spend on fundraising?

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Greater Giving

JULY 24, 2023

As a nonprofit leader, you know the impact of successful fundraising events on your organization’s work. However, the IRS needs information about your nonprofit’s operations to ensure it maintains its eligibility for tax-exempt status. Activity data As a tax-exempt organization, you technically won’t have to file a tax return.

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Planned Giving

JULY 11, 2024

If you’re arranging a planned gift for your favorite nonprofit, there’s an important step that you shouldn’t skip: Notifying the charity of your intentions. It turns out there are several: The nonprofit might not get the donation if it doesn’t know about it. Sometimes other heirs contest charitable donations.

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