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5 Revenue Streams to Strengthen Nonprofit Sustainability

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Diverse revenue streams provide a sustainable financial foundation for nonprofits. Explore revenue streams your nonprofit should pursue in this guide. Its important for you to diversify your revenue sources. This is especially important now because of the current chaos of eliminating (and then not eliminating, at least for now) federal grant funding.

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Post-Event Follow-Up to Foster Long-Term Donor Relationships

Pamela Grow

Nonprofit events are a powerful way to showcase your mission and raise critical funds. From the excitement of bidding in an auction to the inspiring stories shared on stage, these events are unforgettable experiences for your attendees. However, many organizations make the mistake of letting all that energy fizzle out when the event ends. Without a thoughtful follow-up strategy, the momentum youve worked so hard to build fades, leaving attendees and supporters with awkward silence.

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How Philanthropy Built, Lost, and Could Reclaim the A.I. Race

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Philanthropy helped build artificial intelligence as a nonprofit research field. But as costs soar and corporations take over, donors and grantees are struggling to stay relevant. By Sara Herschander Getty Images Philanthropy helped build artificial intelligence as a nonprofit research field. But as costs soar and corporations take over, donors and grantees are struggling to stay relevant.

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3 Ways to Improve Culture and Reduce Turnover at Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

While not all turnover can be prevented, here are three culture-building strategies that can help keep your nonprofit's employees happy.

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AI for Grant Writing: 20+ ChatGPT Prompts You Can Use

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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Wildfire Prevention: Environment and Conservation Support Grants

GrantNews

Wildfires, also known as bushfires or forest fires, play a natural role in ecosystem cycles. However, climate change is increasing the intensity and frequency of wildfires, amplifying their environmental impact. Understanding these effects is key to developing effective mitigation and adaptation strategies. Because of this, GrantWatch lists grants that help communities rebuild after a wildfire disaster and research wildfire prevention.

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How to Create a Donation Page for Free in 7 Steps 

CauseVox

A donation page is like your nonprofits digital giving hubits the place where supporters can easily contribute and feel connected to your mission. Having a dedicated donation page ensures that giving is simple, accessible, and distraction-free. In this article we will go through 7 easy steps on how to create a donation page for free, ways to optimize your page for conversions, and tips to promote your donation page to maximize contributions.

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Why you think that terrible AI-written fundraising appeal is great

Future Fundraising Now

An organization I worked with was decided to add a direct-mail appeal to their line-up. As is often the case in that situation, we had no data as to what the appeals topic, offer, or approach should be. We needed to try something new, which can be both risky and difficult. An enterprising member of the team thought theyd see what ChatGPT could do to get us going.

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Rethinking Scale: Community-Led Approaches to Strengthening Sustainability During Uncertain Times

Center for Effective Philanthropy

In times of increasing uncertainty, from shifting federal priorities to crises like the wildfires devastating Southern California, nonprofit organizations face growing challenges in sustaining their work and responding to the […] The post Rethinking Scale: Community-Led Approaches to Strengthening Sustainability During Uncertain Times appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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What are your nonprofit’s priorities and goals for 2025?

Blue Avocado

We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are your nonprofit’s priorities and goals for 2025?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: Prioritizing Collaboration and Sustainable Funding Arts and Culture Alpine County (ACAC), a local arts agency, has obtained small grants from the Alpine County Board of Supervisors and Live Healthy, an organization under the Alpine County umbrella.

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Thriving Together: How Funders Can Drive Sustainable Impact Through Grantee Well-Being

Blackbaud

Just as the roots of a tree nourish its branches, providing essential sustenance that allows it to grow and flourish, funders play a pivotal role in supporting nonprofit organizations. Without strong roots, a tree withers and fails to reach its potential. Similarly, without robust support from funders, many nonprofits would struggle to fulfill their missions and extend their positive impact on communities.

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Estate Planning for Cryptocurrency: How to Safeguard Your Digital Assets

Planned Giving

Cryptocurrency, despite its modern appeal, has been around for over a decade, with Bitcoin being the first to make its mark. In recent years, digital currencies have surged in popularity, becoming a significant financial frontier. From high-profile advertisements during major events to prominent sponsorships, cryptocurrency’s rise is unmistakable.

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Top 9 Nonprofit Fundraising Challenges in 2025

NonProfit PRO

Nonprofit fundraising is evolvingare you ready? Discover the top 9 challenges facing nonprofits in 2025 and how data-driven strategies can help you overcome them. Read now!

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Master the Paddle Raise to Drive Revenue at Your Next Auction

DoJiggy

A paddle raise, also known as a fund-a-need or direct ask , is a powerful tool to drive significant revenue at fundraising auctions or events. This moment in your event allows attendees to pledge financial support to your cause. When executed effectively, a paddle raise can evoke emotions, inspire generosity, and create a sense of community among donors.

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BryteBridge Acquires 501c3 Center, MoneyMinder, and Nonprofit Suite

NonProfit PRO

BryteBridge acquired 501c3 Center, MoneyMinder and Nonprofit Suite, reinforcing its goal to serve nonprofits throughout their lifecycles.

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Giving circles can strengthen collective action. Here’s how. 

Candid

As the philanthropic sector faces growing pushback against efforts to build more equitable communities, I regularly receive messages from giving circles seeking guidance on how to sustain and protect the progress weve made. From my vantage point at Philanthropy Together , a global initiative to scale and strengthen practices of collective giving, its clear more than ever, that we must unite and evolve our collective giving efforts.

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From Address to Donation Success!

NonProfit PRO

Did you know that when you verify an address, youre also verifying so much morelike names, contact information and location details like geocodes? This helps you more fully understand your donors and members, create more personalized and effective campaigns, reduce fraud, and make more informed decisions for your organization. Book a free, personalized demo to see what else address verification can do!

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Trump Orders a Review of Federal Support to 'Nongovernmental Organizations'

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

The memo has already drawn opposition and concerns about potential First Amendment conflicts. By Alex Daniels The White House The memo has already drawn opposition and concerns about potential First Amendment conflicts.

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