Lightning Fast Grant Writing
NOVEMBER 23, 2023
We want to take a moment to let you know how thankful we are to have customers like you. We wish you and your family the best this Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season. Feel free to contact us anytime you have grant writing questions or concerns. Sincerely, John & Trish Drew Lightning Fast Grant Writing john.drew@lightningfastgrantwriting.
Clairification
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
This year Giving Tuesday is November 28 th. So, soon. If you’ve not done so already, now is a good time to think about whether or not you want to jump on the bandwagon and, if so, how. There is more than one way to slice this particular piece of pie. And, really, that’s what Giving Tuesday is – just one piece of your total annual fundraising strategy.
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RBW Strategy
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
RBW Strategy and MyFedTrainer: Strengthening Grants Support for Public-Serving Organizations For over a decade, RBW Strategy (RBW) has been a trusted partner for public-serving organizations of all sizes, providing invaluable…
Ann Green's Nonprofit
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Year-end fundraising coincides with the gratitude season, which includes Thanksgiving in the U.S. and the December holidays. This is appropriate since thanking your donors is part of the fundraising equation, even though many nonprofits don’t seem to realize this. Now is a great opportunity to show some gratitude to your donors. You could hold a thankathon , especially if you haven’t launched your appeal yet.
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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.
Hands-On Fundraising
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
So everybody’s got an opinion about your fundraising appeal… I do lots of copywriting. Case statements, email appeals, and especially mail fundraising appeals. I love it. It’s one of my favorite things to do. But over the years, I’ve also noticed I get the same questions. You too? Maybe I can help you head a few […] The post They challenge your fundraising appeal.
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Lightning Fast Grant Writing
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
For better or worse, the last two weeks of December are the worst possible time for fundraising activities. The problem is that your donors – individual, corporate, or foundation – are too busy during the holidays to worry about the needs of your charity. Nevertheless, you can make the best use of those last two weeks if you turn your attention to internal projects that otherwise might be neglected due to the business of the year.
Clairification
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
You asked a bunch of folks to give a year ago. Some did. You thanked them. Once. Maybe twice. Now you want to ask them to give again this year. What’s wrong with this picture? Too often nonprofits ask once; then assume folks who’ve made the decision to give will continue to do so. This is similar to retailers thinking once someone has bought from them they’ll automatically do so again.
RBW Strategy
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Embracing Gratitude: A Journey of Appreciation At RBW Strategy, we often find ourselves immersed in the world of data, strategy, and consulting, working diligently to help our clients achieve their…
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
A movement to end solitary confinement is gaining momentum, but criminal justice donors feel their money is better spent elsewhere. That’s a mistake. By Johnny Perez Getty Images A movement to end solitary confinement is gaining momentum, but criminal justice donors feel their money is better spent elsewhere. That’s a mistake.
Hands-On Fundraising
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Ah… your year-end fundraising appeal isn’t out yet. And maybe, just maybe, life got in the way, too. I’m trying not to panic about Christmas shopping myself. But if you haven’t sent your year-end appeal yet, maybe this will help. And if you have already mailed something, maybe this will help with those late December […] The post Your last-minute year-end appeal checklist appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Looking for the best community service ideas for your club? Check out these 42 ideas and examples for all seasons, volunteer ages and types of event.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
As digital marketing grew from its nascency to sheer dominance over the past quarter century in relation to overall marketing spend, its century-old cousin, direct mail, was all but declared dead and supposedly relegated to the annals of history.
Clairification
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Let’s begin with this week’s bit of wisdom… “Let us conceive of gratitude in its largest, most beautiful sense, that if we receive any kindness we are debtor, not merely to one man, but to the whole world. As we are each day indebted to thousands for the comforts, joys, consolations, and blessings of life, let us realize that it is only by kindness to all that we can begin to repay the debt to one, begin to make gratitude the atmosphere of all our living and a constant expression in outward acts
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 2, 2023
Fundraisers like you have a lot of work to do to make the world a better place, so any time you can save on administrative tasks is incredibly valuable. Fundraising automation saves your nonprofit valuable time and resources by streamlining time-consuming tasks, so you can devote more to time advancing your mission and raising more money. Learn more about the perks of fundraising automation and how to automate some of your processes at your nonprofit: What is fundraising automation?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has named Maribel Perez Wadsworth to be its next president, making the Cuban-American news veteran the foundation's first woman leader. By Alex Daniels Gesi Schilling Longtime Gannett executive Maribel Perez Wadsworth will be the next president of the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. The John S. and James L.
Hands-On Fundraising
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
“Yay Us!” Be honest… is that what your donor communications read like? First, I want you to know that I’m pulling for you. And if you’re lucky enough to work for a nonprofit whose work you absolutely love and believe in, I’m thrilled for you. Seriously. Not everyone is so fortunate. But you know your […] The post Are you caught up in “Yay Us” fundraising?
Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
The most effective way to get new members is by asking your current members to refer a friend. Here's how to take advantage of this by setting up a member referral program.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
Desperation is never a good look. It is especially ill-advised when fundraising to support a nonprofit mission. Here are several good reasons why nonprofits should ditch appeals that employ a piteous or apologetic tone and focus instead on storytelling and making a solid case for a mission-focused need.
Veritus Group
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
If you're not carefully managing it, it's likely that your donor pipeline has a clog at a certain giving level where donors are getting stuck. The post The Satisfaction of Unclogging a Drain and What That Has to Do with Your Donor Pipeline appeared first on Veritus Group.
GiveSmart
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
GiveSmart has been recognized by the 2023 TrustRadius Awards as a Best of product in the Feature Set , Relationship , and Value for Price categories. The TrustRadius Best of Awards is a leading award program spotlighting the best in B2B technology products. The awards recognize the most highly rated digital platforms and tools as chosen by the businesses and professionals who use them, empowering customers’ voices and centering users’ experiences.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Matching gifts, social-media appeals, and collaborations with other groups are some of the strategies nonprofits are using to connect with donors. By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress Matching gifts, social-media appeals, and collaborations with other groups are some of the strategies nonprofits are using to connect with donors.
Fundraising HayDay
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Season 1 of Fundraising HayDay was launched in November 2018. This month (November 2023) marks our 5-year anniversary. We are celebrating with memories and guests who love and support the show. Season 1 of Fundraising HayDay was launched in November 2018. This month (November 2023) marks our 5-year anniversary. We are celebrating with memories and guests who love and support the show.
GrantNews
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
With the overwhelming volume of information available on the Internet, it can be challenging for nonprofits and businesses to sort through what is real and what is fake. Especially when it comes to searching for grants. Being taken advantage of on the internet or through social media is a common occurrence. No one wants to fall prey to these schemes, so the question remains — how do you know whether or not a grant is legitimate?
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Direct response fundraising has built up a lot of lore over the years. Let’s take a look at dispelling three of the most pernicious misconceptions that can destroy fundraising results.
Veritus Group
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Here are three donor caseload management strategies to help focus your efforts on where you can make the biggest impact at year-end. The post 3 Tips for Unlocking Year-End Success appeared first on Veritus Group.
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
In today’s competitive marketplace, it’s more important than ever for nonprofits to have a strong brand. A well-crafted branding strategy can help you stand out from the crowd, attract donors and volunteers, and make a lasting impact on your community. But what exactly is a nonprofit branding strategy? And why is it so important? What is a nonprofit branding strategy?
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
By Drew Lindsay Scott G Winterton, The Deseret News, AP Protesters from Patriots Prepared and Black Lives Matter debate at a march in Salt Lake City, Utah, in July 2020. Many Americans see foundations as key to brokering peace and forging partnerships between opposing sides.
Blackbaud
NOVEMBER 8, 2023
In the words of the great 80s hairband Poison, every rose has its thorn. Grant funding looks beautiful in your income statement, but if you’re not careful, the reporting requirements can be prickly. In our webinar with Rachel Werner and James Spencer from RBW Strategy, they covered steps to help nonprofits that receive—or are looking to start receiving—government grant funding.
GrantNews
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
What is it that draws us together to form communities? It’s a longing for fellowship; a desire to belong to something greater than ourselves. In a community, we find strength in diversity, support in unity, and solace in the understanding that we are not alone. Ideally, it’s the space we create to nurture our connections and lift each other higher.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Over the past 20 years, a lot has changed in the nonprofit sector, and with major giving in particular. Here are five ways major giving and the sector in general have changed, and what nonprofit professionals should keep in mind as they work toward their organizations’ missions.
Veritus Group
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Asking boldly helps your organization address the problem it seeks to solve while honoring donors. Here's how to feel more confident in your asking. The post Why Asking Boldly Hardly Ever Happens appeared first on Veritus Group.
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
Nothing makes a donor feel recognized and appreciated quite like personalized communication from your organization. It’s a great way to signal to your supporters that they’re so much more than just the financial support they provide for your cause. But the more donors your nonprofit recruits, the more challenging it can be to provide those individualized connections.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
The number of donors who gave declined by 10 percent compared with last year. By Emily Haynes and Rasheeda Childress United Way Bay Area BMO Financial Group volunteers put together more than 1,000 personal-care kits on GivingTuesday at United Way Bay Area. The number of donors who gave declined by 10 percent compared with last year.
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