Hands-On Fundraising
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Why is it so hard to say thank you? We spend a lot of time thinking about how to raise more money. We labor over the appeal: the language, the images, the right ask. And then, too often, we treat the thank you as an afterthought. It’s not that hard to write a good, emotional […] The post Why is it so damned hard to say thank you? appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 22, 2024
To create an equitable economy, grant makers should address the financial and training hurdles that cause so many entrepreneurs to fail. By Sandy Fernandez Courtesy of Sandy Fernandez The author’s uncle, and restaurant, La Gran Parada in Providence, R.I., are an all-too-rare small-business success story. To create an equitable economy, grant makers should address the financial and training hurdles that cause so many entrepreneurs to fail.
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GrantNews
OCTOBER 22, 2024
According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in three women and one in four men will experience physical violence from an intimate partner during their lifetime. These alarming statistics highlight the urgent need for action and the critical role nonprofits play in providing support. Many organizations rely on grants to offer essential services like emergency shelter, counseling, and legal assistance for survivors.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 22, 2024
FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. GrantAssistant’s full team, located in Washington, D.C. and Lahore, Pakistan, become part of FreeWill, whose employee footprint for the first time will span beyond the United States.
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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.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
OCTOBER 22, 2024
A new report from CEP looks at the grantee perceptions of “intermediary funders” — which it defines as a variety of “entities that are regrantors of philanthropic dollars.” It asks […] The post Centering the Grantee Experience: A Path to Differentiation for Intermediary Funds appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
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CauseVox
OCTOBER 22, 2024
T’was the night before GivingTuesday in the nonprofit sphere, When some organizations would try peer-to-peer. Their websites were built and their platforms were ready And fundraisers knew they must breathe slow and steady, But still in their minds there lingered some fright: “How do I know if I’m doing this right?” (Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore).
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 22, 2024
GoFundMe and Meta announced new sharing features intended to drive more donations to nonprofits. Through the collaboration, donors and nonprofits might be able to more easily share the causes they care about with their social networks. Nonprofits using GoFundMe’s software company, Classy, will have access to the enhanced sharing experience on Instagram.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 22, 2024
New tools from the giving platform will make it easier to circulate causes across online platforms in a push to cater toward younger generations. By James Pollard, Associated Press Peter Morgan, AP photo GoFundMe, already the largest crowdfunding site, with $30 billion generated since 2010, has recently moved to increase its influence in the philanthropic sector New tools from the giving platform will make it easier to circulate causes across online platforms in a push to cater toward younger ge
CauseVox
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Looking to crush your Year-End and GivingTuesday fundraising goals? With donations more competitive than ever, it’s time to ditch the cookie-cutter playbook and bring your A-game. In this webinar, we’ll show you how to use CauseVox’s cutting-edge tools to create standout campaigns that grab attention and drive donations. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to set up and fully customize donation pages that convert Amplifying your reach with peer-to-peer fundraising Using dynamic features like matching
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
OCTOBER 22, 2024
True Charity, a conservative-leaning group of more than 200 nonprofits and churches devoted to poverty reduction, requires recipients to stick to a detailed work and self-sufficiency plan. By Alex Daniels True Charity “Compassion was compelling us, but it was resulting in a form of charity that was not very effective,” says James Whitford, founder of True Charity.
Library Grants
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Deadlines: Submit your Intent to Apply by January 23, 2025; final applications due by January 30, 2025 The National Endowment for the Arts Big Read is a program that awards grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to support community reading programs designed around a single NEA Big Read book. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in partnership with Arts Midwest , the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of ourselves and our neighbors through the power of a shared reading
Future Fundraising Now
OCTOBER 22, 2024
A ten-week series on things you should know about fundraising. You are not your donor. The most common cause of unsuccessful fundraising is “FFY” — Fundraising From Yourself. When nonprofit insiders assume this: If a message appeals to me, it will work for donors. It’s a big mistake. Because you are so different from your donor — everything from your demographics to your level of knowledge, to your depth of engagement, to you level of attention.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Imagine someone wants to donate a huge gift, but you’re not entirely sure how to accept it. Here's how a gift acceptance policy can help.
Greater Giving
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Boosting Auction Revenue: High-Yield Charity Auction Packages for Your Fundraising Event When planning a fundraising auction, the right charity auction packages can significantly boost your revenue, attract more bids, and create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Explore what makes an item “high-yield,” how to identify potential high-yield items, and get tips for procuring and maximizing the value of each item in your auction.
Center for Major Gifts
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Speed reading is a valuable technique that can make your life easier. This is especially true if you’re a student, professor, or works in a field that requires a lot of reading and reviewing. These techniques effectively reduce the time it takes you to read material : 1. Organize your material: The most important step is to organize your material in the order in which it will be read.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2024
CrowdChange is an innovative fundraising platform designed to help nonprofits raise more through online events and campaigns. With seamless payment integration, including Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) options, CrowdChange simplifies fundraising while boosting donor impact. The 2024 DAF Fundraising Report revealed that DAF donations increase gift size by 96%, making them a powerful funding source.
Big Fundraising Ideas
OCTOBER 22, 2024
7 Ways Your School Can Leverage Grants for Success Applying for grants is an intimidating process for many schools. You’ll need to create proposals, submit data, and juggle proposals to convince grantmakers that your organization deserves their funding. However, despite the complexity, grants are well worth pursuing-they provide an invaluable funding source your school can greatly benefit from.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Can you relate? Do you. 1) Love nonprofit work but no longer love what you do. 2) Feel like you’ve reached your personal and professional growth limit. 3) Feel tired of the direct report lifestyle and want to be your own boss. 4) Crave more flexibility to spend time with family and friends. 5) Know you have valuable skills and deserve to be paid what you’re worth.
Grants Plus
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Embracing these 7 steps isn't just about fulfilling obligations; it's about ensuring that every awarded grant amplifies the impact you make in the world. The post From Award to Impact: 7 Essential Steps for Effective Grant Management appeared first on Grants Plus.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2024
2023 was a year of economic uncertainty, and nonprofits faced unprecedented challenges. How did they adapt and what can we learn from their experiences? NonProfit PRO is proud to present the inaugural "2024 Nonprofit Fundraising Study," providing key insights into how organizations weathered the storm and what this means for the future of fundraising.
Double the Donation
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Double the Donation is excited to announce an expanded partnership with Bonterra as matching gift functionality is now available on Bonterra’s Fundraising Essentials, Built on Network For Good. This integration makes it easier for nonprofit organizations to effectively identify matching gift eligible donors and raise more for their mission.
DoJiggy
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Golf tournament flyers help organizations spread the word about charity golf tournaments. Good visibility raises participation and sponsorships, bringing in more funds for your charitable cause. Our golf tournament flyer templates were created to assist organizations in easily and effectively marketing their tournaments. Just sit back and let us print your custom golf flyers and posters, or use our free templates for DIY options.
Fluxx
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Federal grantmaking is a significant function of the various government agencies that are obligated to distribute funds to public entities, private organizations, and other qualified recipients. It is an extremely organized process to ensure that the investment of public money results in maximum efficiency in order to promote different socio-scientific and complementary educational objectives.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Foundation Source acquired Vennfi, the financial technology company powering Charityvest, a donor-advised fund sponsor.
Candid
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The Community-Centric Fundraising (CCF) movement was founded by and centers BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) communities worldwide. It is a gathering of knowledge about interacting with supporters in ways that honor their personhood with dignity and promote BIPOC communities’ well-being. What is Community-Centric Fundraising? Historically, fundraising has been grounded in a competitive environment that creates a mindset of scarcity and cutthroat nonprofit survival.
GrantNews
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Have you ever heard of a Donor-Advised Fund? A donor-advised fund is basically a fund where the funders pre-determine how the funds (or types of funds) are dedicated or “earmarked.” Imagine, for a moment, that you’re the donor. It’s like having your own personal giving account, but with the flexibility to support the causes you care about.
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