Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

They’re vague, don’t explain the impact of the donation, and ask for an arbitrary amount of money. Real relationships: Making an ask for a donation immediately after meeting someone is like asking to borrow a car from someone you just met—there isn’t enough trust built to warrant the interaction. Train your AI tool.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

The numbers are down, but you’ve still got plenty of time to end the year ahead — far ahead — of your goals. This short training will show you exactly what you want to look at when segmenting your donor base for your EOY appeal. Go online and make a donation to your organization. Why end-of-year fundraising?

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., Offer NextGen donors volunteering opportunities as a gateway to donations Gen Z and Millennials’ charitable giving extends beyond financial donations, with 54% of survey respondents volunteering their time in the past year.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

An estimated $557 billion was donated by individuals, foundations, and corporations to charities in the United States in 2023. Regardless of where those funds came from, one thing is certain: not-for-profit (NFP) organizations must maintain the publics trust if they wish to continue receiving donations.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

For most of us, fundraising isn’t something that comes naturally, especially a straight request for donations. Nonprofits rely on donations and unless you are independently wealthy and able to self-fund your organization, you’ll need to share with folks a request for donations. Asking for money, can be uncomfortable, right?

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Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 12, 2024

It is best that donors see the impact, small as it may be, with each donation. Donor-Centric Management: Transformational Giving Nonprofit leaders who implement donor-centric management into their organization’s daily management are most likely to maximize donations. Diversify Your Funding Sources: Apply For Grants!

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Before diving into grant applications, take a step back and reassess your organization’s goals for 2025. Start planning now for a diverse funding strategy that includes individual donations, corporate partnerships, and earned income. This might mean training existing staff, or hiring a dedicated grant writer.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 28, 2025

Case in Point According to the 2023 M+RBenchmarks report, nonprofits that maintained consistent branding and simplified their donation pages saw marked improvements in conversion rates. Studies show that more than half of supporters want to know an organizations story before deciding whether to donate.

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The less focused your nonprofit is, the less likely you are to achieve your goals because the organization is spread too thin. They pick a goal, define strategies, and stay focused on the small handful of metrics that measure the execution of the strategy. The resulting confusion and paralysis can cause low conversion rates.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 18, 2016

That's why TechSoup has partnered with Idealware to offer a new online training series built just for nonprofits: Tactical Technology Planning. Note: you'll need to create an account on our training platform, even if you're already a TechSoup member. Practical, Tactical Training by and for Nonprofits. spanhidden.

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Planned Giving

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

By dedicating a robust budget to planned giving, youre not only preparing for an influx of future donations but also positioning your institution to benefit from the long-lasting impact of legacy relationships. millionroughly 7-12% of your goal. Meet specific short-term funding goals. Build Your Team Train your gift officers.

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The Almoner

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Many pastors have little if any formal training in fundraising. The pastors in the diocese show the videos, pass out the pamphlets, and talk about their goals for the annual appeal. These efforts help to inspire donations from local Catholics.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 26, 2023

But what about donating, you ask? Yes, especially donating. There’s been a huge influx of donors paying with ACH and Venmo for a few reasons: it’s fast, easy, and secure for donors, that’s why nonprofits using these payment methods are seeing higher average donation sizes. donation with Stripe or PayPal).

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Resources for Learning and Training about Animal Welfare There are many resources available for learning about animal welfare, including: Online Courses and Webinars : The Humane Society’s Animal Welfare Course and the ASPCA’s Animal Behavior and Welfare Course are comprehensive online courses on animal welfare and behavior.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The program is for technical assistance and training to address rural community water and wastewater problems. One of the three main priorities is clean water , with the goal of protecting and restoring the quality of freshwater, coastal, and nearby oceanic areas of the United States. Grants to Reduce Water Pollution in Rural Area s!

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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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Blue Avocado

MARCH 11, 2025

Our main goal for 2025 at the Shirley-Eustis House Association is to build a broader network of businesses, institutions, and well-connected individuals who know about us and what were doing. We are focused on slow and steady growth rather than rapid, erratic growth to meet our goals.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Fundraisers are vital to supporting school programs, but their impact can extend far beyond immediate monetary goals if post-event reviews are conducted effectively. These shouldinclude: Assessing overall success: Did the fundraiser meet its financial and non-financial goals? Why Conduct a Post-Fundraiser Review?

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Understanding this purpose can guide the grant writing process, ensuring that proposals align with the funder’s goals. Impact of Grants on Students Grants also play a significant role in education by providing students with financial assistance to pursue their academic goals. Evaluation Plan Methods to measure project success.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Start with five to eight fundraising ambassadors with a goal of understanding them and how they can best engage in ways that will make them feel great while raising money for your organization. Just asking ambassadors to spread the word and “help us reach our fundraising goal” won’t lead anywhere. and achieve their goals.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Tailored Requirements Many local grant programs have specific criteria that align with regional priorities, making it easier for organizations to find funding that aligns with their goals. Increased Visibility Securing local grants can enhance the credibility of a non-profit, attracting further donations and support from the community.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Our virtual volunteering offerings also include Donate Your Brain , a microvolunteering initiative. That means there's no application to fill out, no interview, no training, no long-term commitment. In our Donate Your Brain initiative, volunteers choose how and when to participate whenever they want to. Simple, right?

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Donation amounts and interests : Financial contributions and areas of interest that help tailor fundraising campaigns. Donation frequency : Information on how often a donor contributes, which can be used to predict future donations. Credit card data : Financial details used for processing donations.

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Double the Donation

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Here at Double the Donation , we’ve compiled a number of tips and tricks to effectively communicate with your donors about matching gifts and raise more in phonathon revenue overall. Set nightly/weekly fundraising goals. Train callers on matching gifts. Statement of purpose: Why is your organization asking for donations?

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GiveSmart

MAY 17, 2024

With $126 as the average donation to a GiveSmart-powered P2P campaign, this strategy should be a part of your annual fundraising plans. Grace Green, Senior Partnership Specialist at Double the Donation Don’t overlook the power of matching gifts when organizing a P2P fundraising campaign.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

For many nonprofits, 29% of annual donations happen between #GivingTuesday (November 30 this year) and December 31, and a shocking 11% of annual donations were reported to come in during the last three days of the year. There is still time to get your organization ready with a few easy steps. . Don’t forget to extend gratitude.

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Utilizing the 990 Search Feature at GrantWatch allows grant-seekers to gain insight to a grant-maker’s donation trends. Most grant-seekers are nonprofits which manage programs providing healthy food, education, mental health support, legal counseling, medical research, work training, youth programs, and access to women’s health.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 25, 2023

And, with donations declining across the board for the first time in five years, organizations need to pay attention to the concerns of their donors now more than ever. Online donation pages: Promoting your online giving page during events makes it easy for any attendee to donate from home.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 18, 2022

Moreover, it’s incredibly frustrating for your nonprofit if you’re in danger of not reaching your fundraising goals , and there are people willing and ready to help who cannot contribute financially. How can nonprofits solve this dilemma and reap more benefits from all of their constituents to meet revenue goals?

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GrantNews

AUGUST 27, 2024

Effective workplace mentorships improve employee morale, enhance work training, and more. A mentor supports their mentee by assisting them with challenges they face in the workplace and provides a learning space for them to enrich their future career goals. So why not give it a try?

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

GivingTuesday should be part of a year-round fundraising plan: Try focusing on an untapped group of potential donors or a specific program or project; offer multiple entry points and options for engagement, beyond financial contributions; and promote a monthly giving program that makes it easy for people to set up recurring donations.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Youll find practical tips on planning, organizing, and engaging the community, all designed to help your school meet its goals while keeping the excitement high. On the one hand, you want to spark enthusiasm, creativity, and community spirit; on the other, you have financial goals and deadlines to meet.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Obviously, donors want as much of their donation as possible to go to your programs, to help change lives. The training. If you are just starting out, you may have to build up to that goal. But your goal should be to spend appropriately on fundraising so you can bring in the money you need to fully fund your programs.

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GrantNews

JUNE 5, 2024

Some nursing options only require short-term training that allows you to enter the workforce quickly. With goals of improving human health and increasing efficiency in healthcare systems, nurses lead as change agents. The goal is to then utilize this broader understanding in the treatment of rare diseases. Over 100 specialties.

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Qgiv

MARCH 17, 2022

Who they are: United Against Poverty Orlando’s mission is to serve those in poverty by providing crisis care, case management, transformative education, food and household subsidy, employment training and placement, personal empowerment training and active referrals to other collaborative social service providers.

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The Fundraising Coach

MAY 13, 2021

If your organization is planning an upcoming text-to-donate campaign, there are a few best practices to implement now to create a standardized, effective approach for all future mobile giving efforts. Nonprofits need powerful virtual fundraising tools to meet current and future fundraising goals. Market Your Campaign Effectively.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Set a Goal. STEP 1: SET A GOAL Planning a fundraiser without a goal is like trying to drive to a new destination without directions. How in the world are you going to be successful if you have no goal? To set a goal for your fundraiser, you need to look at a couple of things. Second, make your goal SMART.

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