Blackbaud

MARCH 10, 2025

This seamless flow of information is truly incredible, particularly when the data exchange is between finance and fundraising. Your supporters and stakeholders will appreciateand come to trustwhat they get out of your unified software ecosystem. The “machines” can finally “talk” to each other.

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Finance Fundraising Software Budget 93

Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Many organizations use CRMs to track donor information, but most are missing out on the benefits that come from integrating them with their other software. Once connected, information can update automatically everywhere, which means less re-keying or importing/exportingand fewer mistakes. Your whole team benefits, too.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

At some point, you will realize that more staff and more budget can take you only so far. This scalability is crucial for maintaining accurate and up-to-date information, which is essential for effective donor relationship management and communication. You can only realize your AI-informed future with the right data in place.

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CRM Readiness AI Management 105

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

As a new grant writer, I always put this information into an Excel spreadsheet. Today, I record this information in Salesforce. You can always take advantage of the funder information storage features of your grant research funding software.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This includes creating an annual operating budget , a document that breaks down your organization’s revenue, or the money you’ll bring in, and expenses, or the money going out to cover your costs, for each fiscal year. In this guide, we’ll walk through four essential steps to build an operating budget for your new nonprofit.

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Budget Strategic Plan Nonprofit Goals 108

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

QuickBooks is depreciating the tags functionality in their accounting software starting March 8. If your nonprofit has chosen to use the tagging feature in QuickBooks to help identify your restricted revenue, this means you will be juggling even more spreadsheets outside of your software. There is a better way.

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Software Nonprofit Finance Management 85

Candid

MAY 13, 2021

Manage budgets based on multiple projects. For instance, investing in an automated program, such as expense management software , can help you save time, yield better results, and increase efficiency. This post discusses the signs a nonprofit should consider expense management software. Managers need to approve them.

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Software Management Policy Policies 111

Blackbaud

APRIL 2, 2024

You will want to think ahead about being able to easily capture grant information, set up tasks and deadlines, and then run accurate reports at any time. With a fund accounting software system designed for nonprofits, you can fully track all your grants, especially restricted grants, in one place.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 3, 2025

However, having the right backend infrastructure helps you make informed decisions and streamline processes that benefit the organization in the long run. But how do you justify spending money on a budgeting tool instead of supplies for an after-school program? Be sure to clearly lay that out.

Finance 87

Finance Strategic Plan Proposal Goals 87

Greater Giving

JULY 24, 2023

If you’ve invested in software to simplify auction management, you’re already taking the right steps to maximize your fundraising event’s success! However, the IRS needs information about your nonprofit’s operations to ensure it maintains its eligibility for tax-exempt status. Staff information, like names and salaries.

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Software Fundraising Nonprofit Donation 97

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

That’s why thorough planning and budgeting are so important. Marketing Materials: Budget $500 to $1,500 for printed materials, social media ads, and outreach efforts. Technology and Software: Budget around $1,000 annually for basic tools (email, accounting software, website hosting).

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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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Budget Finance Calendar Software 92

GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

Unfeasible Budget: The higher the funding amount, the more stringent the rules. Writing Needs Improvement: If writing is not your thing, you might consider using a software program. These are typically things like a budget, a list of board members, and letters of support. In fact, you might even need a grant writer.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

An exception would be digital paid ad campaigns, where expenses run high based on the organization’s ad budget. Online Fundraising Tools and Software There are many tools available to make fundraising more effective and efficient for nonprofits. Consider the following resources to see what might be a good fit for your organization.

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Fundraising Nonprofit Media Donation 98

DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Increased Efficiency Using event management software can streamline tedious processes such as ticketing, sponsorship coordination, and communication with supporters. Real-Time Updates: Event software can send reminders to attendees or update them about schedule changes. Pricing models that suit your budget, such as our free option.

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Software Training Fundraising Goals 78

Blackbaud

MAY 3, 2024

Using technology to streamline even some processes can free up a tremendous amount of time, so you spend less time on manual reporting and tracking and more time analyzing and elevating actionable information that drives bottom-line financial impact. No more juggling multiple spreadsheets and wondering if everything was entered correctly.

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Funding Budget Software Grant 105

GiveSmart

APRIL 15, 2024

That’s where nonprofit software solutions come in. In this blog, we will explore why having an all-in-one software system benefits you as a nonprofit organization — and how it can be a game-changer. Discover the power of all-in-one software systems designed specifically for nonprofits.

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Software Management Fundraising Donation 92

Blackbaud

MARCH 21, 2024

Any major project—such as implementing new fund accounting software—needs a well-developed charter to keep stakeholders focused on the goals and desired outcome. Give your project an easily identifiable name, such as Fund Accounting Software Implementation. Are there budget requirements? What is a Project Charter?

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Software Funding Metrics Goals 111

Peak Proposals

APRIL 3, 2023

Grant proposals have at least two parts: the project narrative and the budget (aka cost proposal). There may not be a division of responsibilities between the cost and narrative proposals at a small nonprofit, leaving the project lead (or the grant writer) to both write the proposal narrative and prepare the budget.

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Budget Grant Grants Proposal 69

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Budgeting and Financials 5.1 Challenge Creating a detailed and accurate budget that aligns with the grant’s requirements can be complex. Misalignment or errors in the budget can jeopardize your proposal. Misalignment or errors in the budget can jeopardize your proposal. Meeting Deadlines 6.1 Meeting Deadlines 6.1

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Notable Corporate Grant Examples Open Source Projects : Grants to software developers and companies for open-source projects and applications. Government grants come from tax revenues and budget allocations. Upgrade to a MemberPlus+ subscription to view the full grant details, including eligibility criteria and application information.

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Funding Grant Grants Government 93

Greater Giving

JANUARY 12, 2023

That’s why having a good grasp of your Event Budget and ROI (Return on Investment) matters so much for your fundraiser. Event Budget Basics. In the event budgeting process, it’s easy to get caught up in the idea that everything needs to be perfect and extravagant. Use Your Event Budget for ROI measures.

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Budget Goals Fundraising Donation 75

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 30, 2024

For instance, the corporate profit-and-loss statement isnt the same as our nonprofit budget-to-actuals report, and it falls short of providing the information necessary to effectively assess whether we need to course correct throughout the year.

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Metrics Finance Management Goals 111

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Network with other organizations and professionals in the field to access insider information about upcoming grants. Budget Details how funding should be allocated. Budget A detailed account of the financial resources needed, including direct and indirect costs. For further details, visit our article on how to apply for a grant.

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Grant Writing Grant Grants Indirect Cost 52

Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

In a perfect world, your budget will always be balanced. This will help you make informed decisions and optimize your resource allocation. How to do it Pull a list of your income sources from your accounting system or fundraising software. Use fund accounting software that can handle multiple funds and sub-funds.

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Management Policy Policies Budget 98

Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2024

Whether you’re interested in learning about responsible AI, cybersecurity, APIs , staff empowerment, or something specific about Blackbaud software , we’ve got a session for you. But what if your budget doesn’t match the magnitude of the risks? Yet humans need information for audits, budgeting, and reconciliation.

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AI Software Budget Conference 105

Blackbaud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Your food bank needs accounting software that can help you manage a variety of funding sources while also helping you make strategic, data-driven decisions based on inventory and forecasted community demand. Tracking one grant award outside of your accounting software is not ideal, but manageable. It’s several.

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Funding Award Budget Pass-Through 98

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Also, DNL OmniMedias nonprofit digital strategy guide recommends regularly auditing your organizations fundraising tech stack to ensure you arent paying subscription costs for software you dont use or that has overlapping functionalities with your other tools (e.g., Visualize your actual financial data and compare it to your budget.

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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. The sole purpose of a Donor Management system is to track donors, track your communication with donors, and track donation information. I promise you will.

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IT Budget Nonprofit Software 98

Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The planning document that serves as the backbone for financial sustainability—and by extension, successful growth—is your nonprofit’s annual operating budget. To help you get started with nonprofit budgeting , this guide will outline three essential steps for creating a sustainable operating budget: 1.

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Budget Nonprofit Utilities Funding 52

Tech Soup

MARCH 9, 2015

Nonprofits are mission-focused, usually run on a tight budget, and therefore sometimes hesitant about purchasing expensive software. Given recent technological advances, however, software advances may no longer be out of reach for nonprofits. Will it enable growth and productivity, or will it be a thorn in your side?

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Software Contract Contracts Nonprofit 63

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

If hearing about nonprofit budgets makes you cringe a little ( or a lot ), keep reading. In 2024, the grant landscape for nonprofits has evolved significantly, emphasizing the need for meticulous financial planning and transparent budgeting to meet funder expectations. We’ve got you.

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Budget Grant Writing AI Utilities 52

Bonterra

JUNE 25, 2024

Medical grants software Medical grants software Bonterra's grantmaking software makes it faster and easier for you to process approvals for medical education, research grants, and expanded access programs. Speed up the application review, approval, and drug shipment process for program administrators.

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Software Grant Grants Grant Management Software 52

Tech Soup

OCTOBER 14, 2015

In this second installment of the series, we are going to delve deeper and showcase key antivirus software to protect your nonprofit and show how to avoid harmful malware. The second class of malware is known as spyware and refers to programs that collect information about what you do on your computer. What Is Antivirus Software?

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Software Nonprofit Publishing Budget 66

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

Event Management Software can simplify ticketing, registrations, and event promotion. Here are some tips to keep your finances organized: Set a Budget Determine the costs of your event, including venue, marketing, supplies, and any other expenses. A clear budget prevents overspending and ensures profitability.

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Fundraising Donation Management Goals 52

Ann Green's Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

While boosting the quality of donors’ experiences can be easier said than done, making a small change like switching to digital waiver software can have significant, unexpected impacts. For example, you’ll have access to information like the donor’s birthdate, which tells you which generation they belong to.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Churches that invest in research and development for new programswhether in youth ministry, senior outreach, or interfaith dialogueoften rely on grants to test new ideas without overextending their regular budgets. These sessions can provide up-to-date information on available grants, the application process, and common pitfalls to avoid.

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