Hands-On Fundraising

MAY 21, 2024

You’ve been working hard on that last campaign. And now, you have new gifts! After the celebration, you begin to wonder. How can you write a thank you that works? Where do you start? Here’s my quick thank you letter how-to First, a confession: I used to write rote, boring, perfunctory thank you letters. And […] The post How to write a thank you letter when you’re feeling stuck appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 21, 2024

Foundations that fund organizations focused on free speech and bridging ideological divides must ask themselves which ideas are worth defending. By Joel Simon Christopher Smith, Invision, AP Protestors gather outside the PEN America Literary Gala at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. Foundations that fund organizations focused on free speech and bridging ideological divides must ask themselves which ideas are worth defending.

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Grants Plus

MAY 21, 2024

In this robust but competitive grant seeking market, what will set some organizations apart? The answer lies not in the proposals themselves but in what precedes them: a thorough and thoughtful strategic plan. The post Successful Grant Seeking Starts with a Strategic Plan appeared first on Grants Plus.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 21, 2024

Ready to diagnose your nonprofit's digital health? Join The Human Stack's 'What the TECH!' webinar on June 12 to uncover the secrets of improving your tech game. Identify crucial gaps with our 6 digital health vitals by taking our renowned Digital Health Quiz. Get expert guidance on tackling the right problems. Plus, there are some bonus offers. Register today for a free tech boost!

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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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GrantNews

MAY 21, 2024

Bike safety awareness is needed now, more than ever. Why, you ask? The number of deaths from bicycle incidents increased 16% in 2020 and 44% in the last 10 years, from 873 in 2011 to 1,260 in 2020, according to Injury Facts. However, there are programs and services available to help those statistics improve. Organizations that offer bike safety awareness have been noted to make a sizable impact in their communities.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

MAY 21, 2024

An effective grants management team can serve as one proxy for the strength of relationships that a funder has with its grant partners.

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Future Fundraising Now

MAY 21, 2024

The good news: There are a ton of great tools that can help you make your digital content accessible and inclusive. The bad news: well-designed accessible content is still uncommon. Too many content creators just aren’t paying attention to this. That includes many nonprofits. Even those whose mission includes promoting accessibility! Here are some excellent tools to improve your fundraising.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 21, 2024

Fundraisers struggle to approach millennials for support. Here are some prevalent myths about this demographic I've seen in my work.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

MAY 21, 2024

Often, when I hear talk about funders and the ways they can achieve impact, the conversations tend to revolve around the same few groups: program staff, senior leadership, and boards. […] The post Prioritizing Grants Management: An Unsung Key to Effective Funding appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Greater Giving

MAY 21, 2024

Conquering Donation Procurement: Track, Thank, and Triumph at Your Next Fundraising Event As fundraising professionals, we know the magic of a well-stocked fundraising event. Fundraising procurement of donated items fuels excitement,drives bids, and ultimately, raises crucial funds for your cause. But managing those donations, from initial request to final bid sheet, can feel like a logistical nightmare.

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GiveSmart

MAY 21, 2024

Let’s talk tipping. Do you find yourself tipping more nowadays than ever before? From the dry cleaners to the florist to the local coffee shop, digital tipping is on the rise. But what about tipping on a free fundraising platform? Online fundraising platforms offer a valuable way for nonprofits to raise funds, with a few providing free fundraising technology.

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Blue Avocado

MAY 21, 2024

Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 11 am PT; 2 pm ET (60 min.) A free webinar for the nonprofit sector. Many nonprofits utilize a fiscal sponsor to provide them with fiduciary oversight, financial management, and other administrative services when they may not yet be recognized as tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Understanding the benefits and limitations of fiscal sponsorships is an important step towards deciding if this arrangement is appropriate for your nonprofit.

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Booster

MAY 21, 2024

You’ve wrapped up your fundraiser—nice work—and it was a huge success! Not only did you meet your fundraising goal, but you exceeded it! So what do you do with that fundraiser surplus ? From making improvements to your school to building up morale to just plain celebrating, there are so many ways your extra funds can have a positive impact on your school community.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

MAY 21, 2024

Effective Strategies for a Successful School Fundraising Event Blog Summary: Planning a successful school fundraising event involves more than just gathering donations. This comprehensive guide walks you through every step to ensure your fundraiser is a hit. This blog starts by defining SMART goals and forming a capable and enthusiastic committee. It then covers crucial aspects such as budgeting, choosing the right fundraiser, and effectively marketing your event.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

MAY 21, 2024

Often, when I hear talk about funders and the ways they can achieve impact, the conversations tend to revolve around the same few groups: program staff, senior leadership, and boards. […] The post Prioritizing Grants Management: An Unsung Key to Effective Funding appeared first on CEP (Alloy 2024).

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 21, 2024

Information about endowment holdings is hard to find, and universities may not always be free to divest them. By Todd L. Ely A University of Oregon protest against the Israel-Hamas war in April Information about endowments holdings is hard to find, and universities may not always be free to divest them.

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DoJiggy

MAY 21, 2024

PTAs, PTOs, and PACs Power School Fundraising Campaigns with DoJiggy Parent and teacher organizations play a pivotal role in supporting schools through various initiatives, with fundraising being a primary focus. Although similar in many respects, these groups, including the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA), Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), and Parent Advisory Councils (PAC), hold distinct identities and operational frameworks.

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