Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As we look back on the past year, we would like to present the top 10 articles that captivated our readers’ attention and provided valuable insights and practical advice for our community. 8 Common Donation Page Mistakes (and Simple Solutions!) A poorly designed donation page will make you miss out on supporters’ donations.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

In effect, increasing volunteer involvement and donations. It is becoming easier and easier for anyone to create images, conduct research, write professional emails, create presentations and more. To illustrate, the Food Donation Improvement Act(FDIA) was signed into law, specifically, to improve food insecurity and reduce food waste.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

GivingTuesday presents an invaluable opportunity for nonprofits to capture the generosity of first-time, spontaneous givers. Understanding how these donors select organizations to give to and what encourages them to donate again can help you make the most of the surge of first-time givers attracted by your GivingTuesday efforts.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Ever wonder who donates to a specific organization? With just a little digging—using the tools and resources I will share in this blog—you will be able to get a picture of who donates to a particular nonprofit. The post Digging in: who donates to the nonprofits you care about? But don’t get discouraged. Have a question?

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

These requirements can present challenges for nonprofits that need more in-house expertise, support, or time to develop and manage campaigns that adhere to these standards. Driving Donations: Google Ads can direct potential donors to fundraising pages or showcase compelling stories that inspire generosity. Click here to give.”

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 4, 2024

In difficult circumstances, it’s helpful to return to the fundraising basics to ensure you’re making the most of tried and true strategies to boost your nonprofit’s donation revenue. This guide will review these tips for bringing in more donations: Prioritize building strong supporter relationships. Explain the impact of donations.

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NextAfter

JANUARY 13, 2023

But you wonder: why aren’t the likes, comments, and even clicks to your donation page not translating into more donations? Since 2017, mobile traffic has made up the majority of web traffic 1 , but only 28% of donations are made on mobile devices 2. Choosing your donation: gift arrays and frequency. You’re not alone.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 1, 2023

Allow them to Donate Now, Pay Later (DNPL). Our CEO gave an excellent presentation recently on the realities of next-gen giving and DNPL. Millennial and Gen Z donors want to give (or give more), but are often constrained by finances and other economic realities. The solution? We invite you to give a listen and keep B(eing) Generous!

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 12, 2024

While educators and administrators work to create inclusive and supportive environments for each student, funding still presents a large challenge. Individuals with Autism : Donations of safety items to individuals, first responders, police departments, and resource centers to increase the personal safety of individuals with autism.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

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 Donation Sources: Individuals: Donated $374.4 Corporations: Donated $36.55 Charitable giving in the U.S.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Your nonprofit donation page is a crucial tool for gaining and keeping new donors for your organization. Online donating is far and away donors’ favorite method, with 63% of donors saying they prefer to give online with a credit or debit card. Learn how to set up a donation page with our preferred solution, Qgiv by Bloomerang.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

Making donation appeals over the phone is an interesting middle ground between asking for donations in person and making appeals through more anonymous methods like email or on your website. This makes asking for donations over the phone somewhat tricky. Make the case during your donation request. Let’s get started!

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Double the Donation

APRIL 3, 2025

Matching gift programs present an incredible opportunity for nonprofits to maximize donations without asking donors for additional contributions. However, many organizations miss out on these funds simply because donors are unaware of their employer’s matching gift programs. Thats where well-crafted matching gift emails come in.

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Qgiv

APRIL 6, 2021

The internet — and even phones, to some extent — have produced a certain amount of anonymity when it comes to asking for donations and making contributions. However, sometimes you need to ask for donations in person at fundraising events or other functions. It can be a stressful and time-consuming endeavor.

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Pamela Grow

AUGUST 2, 2023

For anyone who is confused about exactly how to steward these delicate gifts, Little Green Light’s Virginia Davidson came to the rescue with this thoughtful presentation. View the presentation on Vimeo below and click here to download the slides. Additional Resources Remembering Michael | Do you have a plan for in-memoriam gifts?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 3, 2025

Use Positive Pay: This feature, offered by most banks, matches issued checks with those checks being presented for payment. Threat #4: Cash Theft With in-person events and volunteers, theft of petty cash or donations and register skimming are common issues for not-for-profits. If details dont match, the bank rejects the check.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Personally, I’m a big fan of asking those serving on the board of directors to not only donate first (which is a given) but to also volunteer with fundraising efforts. Corporate sponsors can provide financial support, in-kind donations, or even employee volunteers to help strengthen your campaign. First, analyze your donor base.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Donation request letters, whether sent via email or direct mail, are one of the most effective ways to reach donors and solicit gifts. However, its not enough to simply send the same appeal to your entire supporter base and ask them to donate. Well cover: What is a donation request letter? How do you write a fundraising letter?

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amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

And this presents a unique opportunity to use the biggest day in fundraising to kick off your year-end fundraising push. So, remind your supporters there is still time to make a donation that will count toward their 2024 deductions. You can also set limits by matching donations dollar for dollar up to a certain amount.

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Clairification

APRIL 24, 2023

I’ve been getting nervous emails from colleagues who attended the 2023 AFP ICON conference in New Orleans, all bemoaning the fact not just donors but also donations are down. You see, information was presented from the full 2022 Fundraising Effectiveness Project report, and the results were sadder than usual. The opposite, in fact.

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 21, 2025

Network with local freelance photographers who connect with your mission and see if theyre willing to donate some of their time and talent for your highest bidder. 1 Fan Basket $ Sports teams from high schools to colleges and professional teams are often willing to donate merchandise to create a basket for your auction.

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Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

A nonprofit’s website established credibility, helps improve its reach, increase donations, and amplify its impact. Users visit a nonprofit’s website to learn their mission, donate to the cause, and/or to learn the virtual volunteering opportunities are offered. However, a website is more than just a digital space.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Leverage these cost-effective strategies to shape your website into a powerful marketing tool: Create event and campaign landing pages: Dedicated landing pages can help you dive deep into the details of your upcoming events and spotlight why it’s worth your audience’s time to register, donate, or take another relevant action.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The Skills and People Needed to Launch a Fundraising Program If you’re new to fundraising, don’t worry—many of the skills needed to succeed are likely already present within your organization. Online giving : Add donation forms to your website, allowing you to build revenue with multiple payment options and fee-free giving.

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Planned Giving

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Donor stories can inspire more donations and support, as can mission stories and stories about those you serve. And the numbers were staggering: It had nearly double the amount of donations than the data-driven appeal! The story is focused on presenting facts, rather than opinions or sales pitches. Today’s donors are savvy.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Improving your online donation experience will increase donations and allow you to do more great work year-round. Online donations are a great way to establish a year-round stream of revenue, so not all of your annual fundraising relies on a month or two of excited giving. Suggest Online Donation Giving Amounts.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Myth #3: I’ll fund my nonprofit with corporate donations! Corporate donations require relationships that take time to cultivate. This is how you get donations. RIGHT TIME) If you do these 3 parts right, your donors will be happy to give (DONATION). Every time. RIGHT MESSAGE) Finally, you ask for their support.

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Candid

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Well-intended, ultra-high net worth (UHNW) individuals are donating large sums of money to fund solutions for some of society’s most challenging problems. Step outside the health conference echo chamber Attend and present at conferences and meetings where the interests of megadonors intersect with those of the nonprofit (e.g.,

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Double the Donation

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Use our free matching gift marketing plan presentation template to get started. Revamp your organization's matching gift strategy!

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

JoAnn Strommen, South Dakota Mines Center for Alumni Relations & Advancement Don’t Ask for Donations at Every Alumni Event “Holding alumni events where we are not soliciting money has helped with engagement as well as our alumni donation participation rates.”—

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Digital Fundraising: Incorporate online auctions , merchandise sales, and virtual donation requests. Step 2: Build a Business Case Compile a document or presentation that outlines the case for adopting new tech. Online Donations: Accept and track contributions with ease.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Building a culture of giving is paramount, and one way to achieve this is by providing donors with opportunities to honor someone special through a tribute donation. Encouraging tribute donations on Giving Tuesday and through the giving season isn’t just a good idea; it’s a game-changing strategy.

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The frame we teach the nonprofits we work with is this: “Run toward words that differentiate you from the crowd—words that present you as an organization that is transparent and accountable.” We seek investments, not for a financial return but for a clear and measurable social outcome.”

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Audiences can be categorized into different segments based on their demographic information and donation behavior. When telling stories and presenting data, use digital tools like videos, interactive charts, photo carousels, and scrolling text to capture your audience’s attention.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 20, 2025

Participants receive funding, mentorship, vendor perks, and will attend a reception to present their companies. Women-Led and Black-Led Startups : Opportunity for women and black-led startups to participate in an accelerator program.

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DoJiggy

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

By making donating as simple as a single touch or scan, digital wallets are transforming the way we support the causes that matter most to us. This technology not only simplifies donations but also enhances security and convenience, making it easier for supporters to contribute to their favorite causes. What is a Digital Wallet?

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Highlight how donations can make a difference during this season of giving. Utilize Matching Gifts Leverage matching gift opportunities to amplify donations: Partner with Major Donors : Secure commitments from major donors or corporate partners to match donations made during December. Leverage the Holiday Spirit 1.1

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