Hands-On Fundraising

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Ah… your year-end fundraising appeal isn’t out yet. And maybe, just maybe, life got in the way, too. I’m trying not to panic about Christmas shopping myself. But if you haven’t sent your year-end appeal yet, maybe this will help. And if you have already mailed something, maybe this will help with those late December […] The post Your last-minute year-end appeal checklist appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Year-end fundraising is underway. I hope your campaign is going well so far. Perhaps you also participated in Giving Tuesday. The latter often brings in new donors and that’s never something you want to take for granted. These donors saw a need and found a connection to your cause. Or maybe they were drawn into whatever Giving Tuesday promotion you initiated, but I like to think they wanted to help you make a difference.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Concerns that recipients would experience negative consequences have turned out to be untrue. Instead, nonprofits report more financial stability and expanded programs. By Maria Di Mento Blue Star Families MacKenzie Scott gave $10 million last year to Blue Star Families, which is using the money to broaden programs to help military families, hire more staff, and invest in its future financial health.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander. Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The influential investor gave more than $500 million during his lifetime, primarily to build university student housing. By Maria Di Mento Johannes Eisele, AFP, Getty Images Charlie Munger donated at least $550 million to charity, much of it for university student housing and other building projects. The influential investor gave more than $500 million during his lifetime, primarily to build university student housing.

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Reputations matter. There are so many examples found all around us: You only get one chance to make a good first impression The 30-second pitch - a high-level overview to instantly communicate your organization's value “Who do you know that are subject matter experts in ?” People use these concepts to establish or build reputations and be known as the best in their field.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Networking for your business is powerful! Why? Because networking works! Successful professionals have utilized face-to-face networking tools like seminars and social events to share ideas and make new connections for centuries. These days, the business world is quickly changing. Yellow phonebooks being tossed on your doorstep is a thing of the past.

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Professional Grant Writers

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Too many new nonprofits look to hire a grant writer before they’re ready to write grants. Or they try to hire grant writers. The post What new charities need before hiring grant writers appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Celebrated on every first Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Giving Tuesday serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of supporting one another through random acts of kindness. Indeed, it all begins with that one seemingly insignificant gesture of goodwill; something so small that it hardly warrants a thought. However, from that tiny kernel grows something truly powerful.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The post Emerging Impacts: Going Deeper on the Effects of MacKenzie Scott’s Large, Unrestricted Gifts appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Unlike many cycles of nonprofit operations, grant reporting doesn’t really have a season; it’s all year long. Grant reporting also varies widely by funder. Some don’t require reporting at all; others ask for verbal reports in-person or over video call; some allow us to repurpose reports; and others require traditional and extensive reports in their own custom templates and timelines.

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Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Does your nonprofit consistently reach the same group? It may be time to consider expanding your marketing efforts to reach a wider audience. The post Five Signs Your Nonprofit is Ready to Reach a Bigger Community appeared first on Blue Avocado.

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Soapbox Exchange

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Well, Giving Tuesday is behind us! Or maybe that’s what you’re thinking. But actually, the most critical stage of the campaign has just begun. While many people are motivated to give to campaigns and causes because of Giving Tuesday's momentum and social pressure, we all know that relationships and authentic connection to the cause are the roots of excellent donor retention.

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DoJiggy

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Fundraising can be challenging at times. Yet, there’s a game that can bring people together to have fun while generating significant funds for nonprofits: Bingo! So, if your nonprofit is wondering how to organize a fun, memorable, and lucrative event, keep reading to learn more about bingo fundraisers. What We’ll Cover What is a Bingo Fundraiser?

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Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Reputations matter. There are so many examples found all around us: You only get one chance to make a good first impression The 30-second pitch - a high-level overview to instantly communicate your organization's value “Who do you know that are subject matter experts in.?” People use these concepts to establish or build reputations and be known as the best in their field.

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Double the Donation

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

As companies like yours strive to meet their sustainability goals, track their environmental impact, and demonstrate their commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR), the need for efficient and effective reporting software has never been more crucial. That’s where CSR reporting software comes in.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

How to Attract Donors to Your School Fundraising Campaign How To Find and Win Over Donors to Support Your School Raising funds for your school requires donors. To successfully fundraise, you’ll need to attract people to your cause and convince them to contribute with capital, gifts-in-kind, or volunteer hours. This article teaches you how to find donors for your school and win their support.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Nonprofits seek support in many ways. Money is just one of them. This article by Cara Dickerson, GiveSmart’s Vice President of Customer Success and Account Management, originally appeared in The Observer on November 28, 2023. It shares tips on the best ways to make an impact on Giving Tuesday as an individual. “Nonprofits seek support in many ways.

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