Hands-On Fundraising

JANUARY 30, 2024

You can improve your fundraising letter today Here’s what I know about writing good fundraising letters: You can practice and study for years. And still, you feel like you’re only scratching the surface. There’s always something new because we’re always learning something new. So perfection will always be out of reach. But don’t let the […] The post Improve your fundraising letters fast appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.

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Wild Apricot

JANUARY 30, 2024

The moves management process is what guides your donors through the giving cycle. Learn the top moves and strategies to boost your next fundraising campaign.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 30, 2024

The federal mandate is vague, and some hospitals spend no money at all on charity care. By Jonathan Wynn and Daniel Skinner The federal mandate is vague, and some hospitals spend no money at all on charity care.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JANUARY 30, 2024

The post Learning from Grantee Feedback: Policy, Process, and Cultural Changes That Make a Difference appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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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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Blackbaud

JANUARY 30, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) fundraising may seem like no more than the newest philanthropy buzzword. In reality, many nonprofits like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have already been using AI solutions to streamline their workflows and increase efficiency, and AI usage will only grow moving forward. If your nonprofit is ready to dive deeper into the world of AI fundraising to boost donor engagement with your mission, this is the place to start!

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 30, 2024

Vanguard Charitable announced that its donors granted more than $2.6 billion in 2023 to nonprofits in need, a 39% increase over 2022.

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Professional Grant Writers

JANUARY 30, 2024

Grant writing is a crucial aspect of securing funding for your projects or nonprofit organization, but the process can be time-consuming and complex. The post Can I outsource grant writing? appeared first on Professional Grant Writer.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 30, 2024

How can nonprofits ensure they are managing their grant programs effectively? The answer can be found in these five strategies.

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Soapbox Exchange

JANUARY 30, 2024

In the nonprofit world, the average donor retention rate, or the percentage of donors who continue to give year after year, has been in a steady decline. According to AFP’s Fundraising Effectiveness Project , the average donor retention rate was 30.7% percent in the third quarter of 2023. For context, the average donor retention just three years earlier in 2020 was 43.6%.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 30, 2024

Blackbaud's board of directors authorized the repurchase of up to $500 million of the company's common stock.

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Library Grants

JANUARY 30, 2024

Deadlines: February 15, 2024 The Dollar General Literacy Foundation supports literacy initiatives that are helping individuals learn to read, prepare for the high school equivalency test, or learn English through the following grant programs: Adult Literacy Grants support organizations that provide direct services to adults in need of literacy assistance in one of the following areas: Adult Basic Education, GED or High School Equivalency Preparation, and/or English Language Acquisition.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

Three ways your CFO can help your nonprofit apply for grants. Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. Indeed, the grant writing team may not realize that, in particular, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has much to contribute to the success of the grant application and the administrative processes that follow.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 30, 2024

January is the month we observe National Braille Literacy. If you stop to think about it, sight is something most of us take for granted. But for those who have limited or no vision, it is vital that funding is available. In addition, tools, education, and awareness must be in place to allow progress to be made in the way of valuable assistance to those who are visually impaired.

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 30, 2024

Your healthcare facility works hard to give your patients the best care possible, so it’s only fair that you get some of that love and devotion in return — with fundraising! Healthcare fundraising is instrumental for securing the necessary staff, equipment, and facility renovations your organization needs to function at maximum capacity.

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Instrumentl

JANUARY 30, 2024

Stop wasting time on irrelevant grants! Discover the "5 Checks" Method to refine your grant application strategy. Regain control of your time and secure funding that truly fits your nonprofit.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Right Shoe Can Change Your Life, and So Can the Right Nonprofit Fundraising Software How It Had “Always Been Done.” When I started my nonprofit fundraising career a decade ago, all I knew were spreadsheets, paper bid sheets, and manually charging sales for each guest at a fundraising event. Truthfully, that was what I was taught, because that was how it had “always been done.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

Social Media and School Fundraising How Social Media Impacts Your School’s Fundraising Outcomes Social media fundraising is a new and popular fundraiser method for organizations. It’s time schools jump on the social media campaigning bandwagon. There is much to be earned here for minimal effort and minimal cost. Let’s learn more. Social Media Fundraising Statistics Social media giving statistics provide a clear insight into whether or not this type of fundraising works.

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 30, 2024

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a hot topic in the business world, especially when it comes to engaging employees.

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DoJiggy

JANUARY 30, 2024

Hosting a successful talent show fundraiser is an effective way to not only raise money for a good cause but also bring the community together in a fun and unique way. With a little bit of imagination and planning, you can create a memorable event that will be enjoyable and profitable, and leave a lasting impact. Simply follow our six easy steps that will help your group host a successful talent show fundraiser, along with some unique ideas to ensure your event is a hit.

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Library Grants

JANUARY 30, 2024

Deadline: Ongoing The Lisa Libraries donates new children's books and helps establish small libraries for organizations that work with kids in low-income or underserved areas. Founded in 1990, the Lisa Libraries was started by author Ann M. Martin and friends to honor and memorialize children's book editor Lisa Novak. Some of the libraries established have been at day-care centers, prison visiting areas for children of incarcerated parents, homeless shelters, battered women’s shelters, and after

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 30, 2024

Larger donations play important roles in fundraising success, especially since major gifts of more than $1,000 account for 85% of the average nonprofit’s revenue. The challenge here, though, is that many nonprofits don’t (or can’t) consistently pursue major gifts while juggling many other day-to-day needs and goals.

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Library Grants

JANUARY 30, 2024

Deadlines: Quarterly; the last day of each quarter T-Mobile Hometown Grants is a $25 million, five-year initiative to support the people and organizations who help small towns across America thrive and grow. Hometown Grants are given every quarter to up to 25 small towns with populations of less than 50,000. Apply for funding to support a community project of your choice, like revitalizing or repurposing a historic library, creating a downtown asset or destination, technology projects for the pu

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Library Grants

JANUARY 30, 2024

Deadlines: Annually, April 1 and October 1 The Pilcrow Foundation's mission is to provide new, quality, hardcover children's books to rural public libraries across the United States. The Children’s Book Project grants provide a 2-to-1 match to rural public libraries that contribute $200-$400 through local sponsors for the purchase of up to $1200 (retail value) of new, quality, hardcover children’s books.

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