Clairification

JULY 29, 2024

There’s a treasure trove of knowledge and research around major gift fundraising. What works well. What doesn’t work at all. What’s, at best, half-baked. It’s not rocket science. But there’s definitely art, and some science, involved. The gestalt way of thinking about the three secrets boils down to simply being: (1) SMART, (2) SYSTEMATIC and (3) PASSIONATE.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 29, 2024

Storytelling plays an integral role in fundraising success. But have you considered implementing storytelling into all aspects of your fundraising event? Join Carly Euler, Marketing Manager at MemoryFox , as she shares all the ways you can embrace nonprofit storytelling before, during, and after your event. Fundraising event season is upon us, and it’s likely that your organization is considering sharing an impact story during your event to help drive donations.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 29, 2024

Recruiting former grantees as board members has helped the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund better connect to communities and boost fundraising. By Jim Rendon Courtesy of Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund (SV2) Donors and board members from the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund visited the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Ala., on a trip to key sites in the Civil Rights Movement in the South.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2024

How far have we come in fundraising? After digging through documents from my 41-year career, here's how I've seen monthly giving change.

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This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 29, 2024

The donation will expand the STARS College Network, a nonprofit Byron and Tina Trott started last year to ensure students from low-population areas get the chance to attend a college of their choice. By Maria Di Mento University of Chicago Admissions The University of Chicago hosts a number of summer programs geared towards students from rural communities and small towns.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2024

DAFgiving360 reported significant increases in giving in fiscal year 2024, with its donors recommending more than $6.6 billion in grants.

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GrantNews

JULY 29, 2024

New Jersey, as one of the original 13 colonies, was the site of many battles during the Revolutionary War. In fact, one nickname for the state is, “Crossroads of the Revolution.” Not only was it in the ‘thick of it’ during the Revolutionary War, New Jersey continues to play a key role in high-tech industry, agriculture, and invention (Thomas Edison being part of that effort).

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DoJiggy

JULY 29, 2024

PPC, or pay-per-click advertising, is a powerful tool that charitable organizations can leverage to drive fundraising success. It allows them to target specific audiences, track performance metrics, and optimize campaigns for maximum impact. In fact, the most favorable return on investment (ROI) was $4.78 for each dollar spent on search ads. This article will explore some PPC tips for nonprofits to drive fundraising success and increase donations for your organization.

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Planned Giving

JULY 29, 2024

Probate often carries a reputation for being daunting and intricate. However, this essential procedure plays a critical role in ensuring that a loved one’s wishes are honored after they pass away. Gaining a clear understanding of probate can render the process more straightforward and manageable than it initially appears. What is Probate? Probate is the legal procedure where a court supervises the distribution of an individual’s estate after they die.

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Soapbox Exchange

JULY 29, 2024

Issue 209 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! Any of you planning on attending the 2024 Bridge Conference this week? If so, please let me know! I’ll be there tomorrow and Thursday and would love to say hi on behalf of all of Soapbox Engage! Keep scrolling for some excellent tips related to AI fundraising, donor thank you messages, and nonprofit boards. Enjoy!

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The Fundraising Coach

JULY 29, 2024

As an individual working at a K-12 school, you know just how valuable funding for your organization is. You’re probably tapping into all the fundraising sources you can, from soliciting online donations to hosting fun events to building relationships with major donors. While these are all valuable revenue streams, you may be overlooking others that are just as, if not more, impactful.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JULY 29, 2024

Recently, I was invited to give the keynote address at the AFP Advancement Northwest annual conference. The talk was called, The Future of Fundraising: Top Trends Impacting Nonprofit Leaders, Today and Tomorrow. In the talk, I shared stories and examples of how fundraising will change (as well as how it will remain the same) in […] The post Gaining Major Gift Momentum: The Future of Fundraising appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Double the Donation

JULY 29, 2024

In June 2024, Double the Donation organized the industry’s first-ever Matching Gift Idea Exchange. This was an opportunity for nonprofits, schools, and other groups to share their best matching gift materials and be inspired by their peers’ ideas as well. Why?

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