Greater Giving

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Harness today’s LARGEST donor demographic with these quick and effective micro-philanthropy strategies. More small donors than ever are getting involved in causes they care about by giving “micro-donations,” and successful fundraisers are jumping on it. What are “Micro-Donations,” and why should you care right now?

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GiveSmart

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Many people are inclined to feel the warm and fuzzy emotions that come with helping others and choose to make charitable donations during this time. One poll found that 70% of Americans find the holiday season the best time to give back to others, and 65% of respondents are making it a personal goal to donate more.

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Candid

JULY 22, 2021

Last month, philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced that she, in partnership with her husband Dan Jewett, donated another $2.74 i Although Scott discloses who receives donations, she does not say how much is awarded to each organization, so we do not yet have information about grant size distribution in this round of giving.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

If you’re looking for a cost-effective and efficient way to ask for donations from your donors and prospects, look no further than a fundraising email! With email, you can send numerous donation asks out with the click of a button. Take a look at these top six best practices for asking for donations with emails.

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Candid

OCTOBER 1, 2024

of individual donors—those giving more than $50,000 annually—are responsible for 45% of total donations. And to secure major donations and grants, fundraisers need to focus not only on donor demographics but also on the motivations behind major gifts. Similarly, the top 0.1%

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Online giving has been an important branch of fundraising for more than a decade now—but the pandemic has made the ability to accept donations digitally an absolute necessity. Donations made through online donation platforms climbed dramatically in 2020, even though the average amount of gifts has decreased.

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Sharpshooter Communications

OCTOBER 17, 2024

It includes 20 questions that, together, measure the organization’s readiness to seek grant funding. What are your current sources of funding? If you only have a few sources of funding, you may not be sustainable. If you only have a few sources of funding, you may not be sustainable. This one is easy. Same as above.

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CauseVox

JULY 13, 2021

You’ve probably heard of a donation pledge if you’ve been in fundraising for any amount of time. A donation pledge is when a supporter promises to give a certain amount of money in a set time frame. Why Ask For Donation Pledges? So what is the benefit of a pledge over a donation? Increase Gift Sizes. It’s All Automatic.

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GrantNews

MAY 7, 2024

Decreasing donations can critically impact the (continued) functioning of your organization. Stabilizing, if not increasing, your donation income would be the next step. Funding – Difficulty getting grants is also another reason nonprofits might want to change their brand. Revamping your message could be what is needed.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 2, 2024

Text-to-Donate As we approach the new year, it's the perfect time to strategize how your organization will achieve its goals. Embracing text-to-donate could be a game-changer for your fundraising efforts, helping you reach both new and existing supporters efficiently throughout the year.

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

With online and mobile platforms becoming integral to nonprofit donation processes, it’s only natural to consider taking payments via Venmo. With its user-friendly interface and social sharing features, Venmo has become popular among younger demographics for both personal and charitable transactions. How Does Venmo Support Nonprofits?

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 29, 2024

It’s an especially smart choice now as we begin to see “the Great Wealth Transfer” unfold, with shifting demographic trends resulting in large amounts of saved assets being disbursed to heirs and beneficiaries. Key types of non-cash gifts that should be on nonprofits’ radar include: Grants from donor-advised funds (DAFs).

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. How Do Organizations Collect Donations Online? And a well-designed donation page is key.

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DoJiggy

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Select the Toy Drive Location and Build a Donation Website Step 4. Make Donations Easy and Fun Step 7. What age groups or demographics will you serve? Will you collect online donations to purchase items and buy supplies? Consider taking the toy drive online by creating a simple online donation page with DoJiggy.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 19, 2024

You’re tirelessly working to grow your nonprofit’s impact, nurture your community, and raise funds—all while managing all the other day-to-day tasks. More engaged supporters More effective campaigns More funds raised all with less effort. Tailoring messages to these demographic segments helps guarantee relevance.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Offer recurring donation options. Reduce donation page abandonment. That’s because it’s less expensive to retain your supporters than to attain them, and as donors stay engaged with your organization, they’re more likely to increase their average donation amounts. Offer recurring donation options.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Know your target demographic. Before any appeal, ask yourself: What is your target demographic? If you have demographic data appended to your house file, you can use it to segment your best target audience for a given solicitation. A monetary donation is just one of many ways a person can support your cause. Young or old?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

By engaging your donors with tailored messaging, you’ll inspire your donors to retain their support and continue to donate to your mission. Donor segments allow you to craft messages based on your donors’ patterns of giving while creating opportunities to connect with your supporters outside of donations.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2024

Many nonprofit organizations implement donor-centric management into their organizations daily management routine to maximize donations. This builds trust and creates urgency among their supporters, in effect, increasing involvement and donations. For example, many nonprofits are providing transparent data showing real numbers.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2024

Many nonprofit organizations implement donor-centric management into their organizations daily management routine to maximize donations. This builds trust and creates urgency among their supporters, in effect, increasing involvement and donations. Large donations are not only made by the big guys.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

AAER’s claim that it is discriminatory to address a funding gap for historically disadvantaged women of color ignores the history of our nation and seeks to restrict the Fearless Foundation’s right to pursue its mission. If AAER’s lawsuit were to succeed, however, it could restrict the causes that grantmakers and individuals can donate to.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 15, 2024

However, effective procurement requires a strategic approach so you can use your nonprofit’s resources wisely and maximize the amount of event funding you can put toward your mission. One critical success factor in planning an engaging auction is securing high-quality, unique items that appeal to your target audience.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This guide will show you how to create a year-end fundraising campaign that will effectively reach the hearts and wallets of donors during this spike in end-of-year donations. Millennials: Donors born between 1980 and 1996 are most likely to donate via mobile, watch campaign videos, and prefer to give via peer-to-peer fundraising.

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Candid

JANUARY 20, 2023

Become eligible for Apple Pay donations : If you are looking to give your supporters an additional way to donate to your mission, you are in luck. Earning your 2023 Candid Seals of Transparency is an essential first step to becoming eligible to use Apple Pay for accepting donations.

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Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Such meaningful relationships can expand nonprofits’ networks, ensure funding for critical initiatives, and strengthen bonds with longtime supporters. We started sharing the stories of the collective’s artisans, illustrating the direct impact of their donations. Engage in meaningful conversations and radical listening.

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amplifi

AUGUST 22, 2024

GivingTuesday is an incredible opportunity for your organization to rally support and raise vital funds. Whether it’s raising a specific amount of funds, gaining new volunteers, or just spreading awareness, having a clear objective will help guide your strategy. Guest blog by Megan Allison, Qgiv. Start planning early.

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GiveSmart

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Because your nonprofit relies on donations to operate, you can use marketing techniques to get your organization on the map and potentially gain more supporters. Increased awareness can lead to increased donations, helping you perform your most critical initiatives and missions. This produces positive publicity for both partners.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 26, 2024

A well-designed awareness campaign can bring attention to your nonprofit’s cause, educate the public about a significant issue, and drive more donations to fuel your mission. To bring in even more funds , you might ask a corporate partner to match any donations made to your campaign.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 8, 2024

If the donation process is confusing, even the most motivated donor might give up. A few features that can make a big difference include: Seamless Donation Flow: The donation process should be straightforward with minimal steps, reducing friction and allowing donors to complete their gifts quickly.

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Greater Giving

MAY 17, 2024

Whether you are focusing an entire event around wine, or looking to include a few fun wine-themed elements in your already successful fundraiser, there is an exact science to both creating the perfect bottle, and to using this expertly-crafted beverage to raise funds that support your mission. The style of the event depends on your goal.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 9, 2024

Leveraging online fundraising platforms streamlines the donation process, providing a seamless and secure experience for donors. A well-executed event not only raises funds but also strengthens the sense of community around your cause, and help you cultivate regular donors into major gift givers.

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The Fundraising Coach

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Each generation is as different as the next, meaning your organization requires a strategic fundraising approach to effectively engage with supporters from all demographics. This guide will explore the following tips to boost supporter engagement and fundraise more successfully across generations: Research your target demographics.

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Qgiv

MARCH 6, 2023

Read on to learn how to find prospective sponsors and how to score them effectively so you can pursue corporate donations with confidence. Being able to form meaningful relationships with these potential sponsors can mean a good source of funding for future fundraising events or even for your cause directly. If so, let them know that!

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 2, 2024

Thankfully, partners like Get Fully Funded and Auctria are here to demystify and destress the fundraising process. Get Fully Funded knows how to break down your big goals into small steps, making it easier to scale your fundraising successfully. Build trust with your supporters by sharing clear, easy to find information.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Hopefully, you can take these lessons to heart and have fewer bumps along the way to fund your nonprofit. According to the Charitable Giving USA 2024 report , donations in 2023 surpassed an estimated $557 billion. While that may sound like a lot, it still has not recovered to match inflation from donation highs in 2021.

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DoJiggy

JULY 2, 2024

A-thons are a popular and effective way to raise funds for various causes. Based on peer-to-peer fundraising , participants raise funds by asking friends and family to donate to an organization they care about. Read-a-thons Read-a-thons are perfect for promoting literacy and a love of reading while raising funds.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 25, 2024

If your nonprofit’s team is facing fundraising burnout , you’re likely looking for low-lift fundraising opportunities that don’t require as much time or effort to secure necessary funding. Endowments begin with a principal investment (typically a donation or fund transfer) which is meant to grow over time.

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