Ann Green's Nonprofit

JANUARY 6, 2025

I always like to emphasize the importance of keeping in touch with your donors throughout the year. I hope thats a priority for you, too. Your donors want to hear from you and dont just want to be blasted with fundraising appeals. The good news is that better donor communication (thank yous and updates) can help you raise more money. This is especially important if youve fallen behind in your revenue goals.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 6, 2025

The power of business grants presents real opportunities for women entrepreneurs. With over 13 million female-led businesses in the U.S., accounting for about 42% of all businesses nationwide, that’s no small feat! For women entrepreneurs, securing start-up capital can be a real challenge. Many turn to grant funding to launch and expand their business ventures.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 6, 2025

Fundraisers need to keep key issues on their radar: potential changes to tax law, artificial intelligence, DAFs, and more. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Fundraisers need to keep key issues on their radar: potential changes to tax law, artificial intelligence, DAFs, and more.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 6, 2025

According to Satonya Fair, the President and CEO of PEAK Grantmaking , leading in philanthropy takes courage and a good pair of track shoes. Leading in a mission-oriented organization is difficult at any time. The problems you are trying to solve are complex and the potential organizations you can support are many. But modern grantmakersones intentionally incorporating both technology and community engagementalso must balance innovation with empathy.

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OneCause

JANUARY 6, 2025

Looking for an impactful event to raise money and engage donors effectively? Look no further than charity auctions. Learn all the essentials in this guide.

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Candid

JANUARY 6, 2025

What can we learn from last years largest gifts from individuals about the latest giving trends and what to expect in 2025? Candids Philanthropy News Digest and the Chronicle of Philanthropy covered 24 nine- and 10-figure gifts from U.S.-based donors in 2024, down just one from 2023. But the total dollar amount of those mega gifts fell more sharply, to about $4.35 billion from $5.4 billion.

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Future Fundraising Now

JANUARY 6, 2025

You might think were in big trouble by the headlines. Fundraising seems to be crashing from that point of view. But is it, really? Alan Clayton, in a post on LinkedIn , says a big no. But the more people believe its happening, the more it becomes true: … if all you see is the constant stream of fear filled headlines, you would believe the apocalypse is approaching.

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re:Charity

JANUARY 6, 2025

In the world of nonprofit fundraising,matching gift programsare a particularly invaluable tool for amplifying donations. But while many nonprofits are familiar with ongoing matching gift opportunities, theres another exclusive type. The post Exclusive Opportunities: One-Off Matching Gift Programs appeared first on re: charity.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JANUARY 6, 2025

Season 4, Episode 22 Join fundraising experts Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt as they unravel the essentials of capital campaigns, from small-scale projects to multimillion-dollar transformations. Discover why size doesnt define a campaign’s success, but its potential to catapult your organization forward does. Through relatable stories, expert insights, and practical tips, this episode explores how […] The post Podcast: Capital Campaign Clarity: Boosting Impact, Big or Small app

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Double the Donation

JANUARY 6, 2025

Matching gifts empower donors to make a larger impact on the causes they care about. However, theres a significant knowledge gap that often hinders organizations from reaching their fullest potential. In other words, donors dont know about their employers initiatives, so theyre not requesting their matches. The solution?

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 6, 2025

Planning for your beloved pets, those cherished companions who enrich our lives with their unwavering loyalty and affection, can be just as intricate as planning for human family members. A common question that arises is, “How can I ensure my pets are taken care of when I’m no longer able to?” The answer varies based on individual circumstances and preferences.

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Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 6, 2025

Being a successful fundraiser depends on much more than having relevant knowledge or credentials after your name. It requires personal drive and perseverance to reach the jobs objectives and a collaborative attitude toward your work, your colleagues, and the organization. Most of those skills come from experience from being in the trenches and honing your skills on the job.

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Elevate

JANUARY 6, 2025

Welcome back to our two-part blog series on Ethical Storytelling, which kicked off last fall with a blog providing an introduction to the topic. Whereas that article provided some background and definitions (the what and the why), this one delves more into the how of ethical storytelling by providing examples from two Elevate partners.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 6, 2025

A nonprofits annual fundraising campaign is essential for the health and sustainability of your nonprofits operations. Here are four strategies to plan your campaign with care.

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Capital Campaign Pro

JANUARY 6, 2025

If youre considering a capital campaign, youre probably already thinking about how a campaign consultant might fit into your future. You might have anxieties about the cost of a consultant and how to pay for it. You may also wonder what type of consultant you need and how to find the right partner. It can […] The post Capital Campaign Consultant Costs: An Essential Guide appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 6, 2025

The #1 choice for nonprofits No matter your size, Sage has a solution to help you unlock your potential. Find a data-driven financial management solution with industry-specific functionality for your nonprofit. Take advantage of best practices that have been developed based on our years of experience helping thousands of nonprofits thrive. Learn more today.

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Clairification

JANUARY 6, 2025

These are the best of times. These are the worst of times. However you see the present, rest assured others see it the opposite. How do you cope? How do you help others cope? How are you adapting, personally and professionally, to the times in which we live? It turns out the way you cope, particularly during times of stress, has a lot to do with your unique personality traits.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 6, 2025

The magic of a good book can shape a child’s world, sparking imagination and teaching lessons that last a lifetime. For Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch, the cause is professional and deeply personal. As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Libby is uniquely positioned to understand the profound impact of books that inspire imagination and teach life lessons.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 6, 2025

If youre a nonprofit fundraiser, you know that setting fundraising goals is both an art and a science. You want goals that are ambitious enough to inspire action but realistic enough to achieve. Striking that balance can feel like walking a tightrope. Sound familiar? For 2025, lets set goals that are not just numbers on a page but dynamic, purpose-driven targets that align with your mission and energize your team.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 6, 2025

TrueSense Marketing, the national direct response fundraising firm based in Warrendale, Pennsylvania, promoted executive vice presidents Marcy Auman and Shawn Reed to co-presidents. Founding President Steven Bushee is moving into the CEO role. This transition makes perfect sense now, said Bushe. It sets up TrueSense to ensure success for our nonprofit clients — which we have brought them for decades — for decades to come.

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