Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
This is a blog post by Amy Eisenstein, ACFRE, and Andrea Kihlstedt, co-founders of the Capital Campaign Toolkit. Are you worried that if you ask for big campaign gifts, donors won’t give smaller amounts towards your annual appeals? Having nightmares.
Get Fully Funded
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Raising money for your small nonprofit is stressful during the holidays, and practicing personal gratitude can pull you through. There are year-end fundraisers and volunteer appreciation events to attend, donors to thank, holiday cards to get in the mail, and last-minute appeals to send out. Your programs may also rev up during the holidays, providing meals and gifts, keeping homeless people warm, or preparing for an influx of post-holiday pets needing homes.
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NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Donors want to know that their giving made a difference. That one question alone captures a huge problem in fundraising – a problem you can address in your major gift program.
OneCause
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
As we move into the era of mass vaccination and the economy is opening up more and more, it’s time to reflect on the old adage: “Every cloud has a silver lining.”. What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities?
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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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Wild Apricot
NOVEMBER 26, 2021
One of the best things you can offer to your association members is the opportunity to network. After all, they join your association in order to grow professionally and advance in their careers. What better way to do that than to meet people who work.
Grants & Fundraising Brief brings together the best content for grants & fundraising professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
We've seen many organizations that have been challenged by knowing the real nature of their business. Challenges like this stem from thinking the tangible thing we do is more important than the meaning people get from what we do. For nonprofits, this can manifest when we do these three things.
Bonterra
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Relationships are built on trust, and when people trust your message, they’re more likely to engage with your nonprofit. You build trust when people feel a connection to your message, and when they understand the work that you do helps accomplish their own goals. Personalizing your messages is a key tenet of proper donor management and an important function for every organization to master.
CauseVox
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
What Is A Fundraising Appeal? A year-end fundraising appeal is the persuasive content a nonprofit organization uses to ask for financial support for at the end of the year (aka during the height of the giving season). The appeal you craft will be the backbone of your year-end campaign strategy, and it will inform all aspects of messaging over the course of that campaign.
Tech Soup
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Year-end tax statements provide donors with a convenient summary of their charitable contributions. They also offer your organization an additional opportunity to express its appreciation. We know how busy fundraisers are at the end of the year, so we've put together these simple guidelines for you. And to make things even simpler, we included an example to help you create effective year-end tax statements.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Your board is at the root of everything you do – they are true leaders and advisors of your organization, mission and values. But how do they truly become your best advocates?
Selfish Giving
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. ?? I'm very thankful that YOU read my newsletter every week. ?? Second, watch this video ??from creative agency Public for Meals on Wheels America. It will definitely warm your heart ?? and might just encourage you to 'Give a Little Bit' over the holiday. Finally, I want to use this week to answer some of the frequently asked questions I get from readers.
CauseVox
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
You know the drill everyone: it’s time to rev those fundraising machines for the lucrative end-of-year donor cycle. It’s the holiday season and people are in good spirits and wanting to give out of sheer generosity or to offset their annual taxes and the most savvy nonprofits stand to gain the most by capitalizing on online giving trends. It’s never been easier to raise money online because people are getting more accustomed to giving that way, one silver lining of the pandemic that saw online r
Tech Soup
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
In this blog post, we'll walk through six simple steps to consider when developing a content strategy and calendar at your nonprofit. When people research a cause they are interested in, the two main channels they use are Internet searches and social media. These areas are great opportunities for content marketing, and learning how to harness them is essential to your nonprofit's growth.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
We are blessed to work in a complex profession that collectively strives to promote philanthropy. I hope the spirit of Giving Tuesday resonates each day of the year. What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Who They Are. The LeaderShop is a youth development focused organization whose mission is to empower youth to become community-minded individuals through diverse programs that foster confidence, knowledge, and leadership. The LeaderShop is guided by their core values and they aspire to build a growing network of energized youth that are engaged in their community.
CauseVox
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
You know the drill everyone: it’s time to rev those fundraising machines for the year-end! It’s the holiday season — people are in good spirits and wanting to give out of sheer generosity or to offset their annual taxes and the most savvy nonprofits stand to gain the most by capitalizing on online giving trends. It’s never been easier to raise money online because people are getting more accustomed to giving that way: one silver lining of the pandemic that nonprofits a 32% increase in online rev
Selfish Giving
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
First, I want to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. ?? I'm very thankful that YOU read my newsletter every week. ?? Second, watch this video ??from creative agency Public for Meals on Wheels America. It will definitely warm your heart ?? and might just encourage you to 'Give a Little Bit' over the holiday. Finally, I want to use this week to answer some of the frequently asked questions I get from readers.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Whether you want to call it social proof, a testimonial — it doesn’t really matter. Donor’s love hearing from other donors. It helps give them that "extra" little push or nudge if you will. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Your donors are key to your success as a nonprofit. They help you work toward achieving your mission thanks to their giving. Now is the perfect time to thank them for all they’ve done to support you and those you serve. Read on for our tips on how to show some donor appreciation this holiday season. Send donors a note of thanks. Most donors expect to be thanked when they give to your nonprofit.
Greater Giving
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
Any nonprofit, no matter how small, can land donations on Giving Tuesday by visualizing the perfect donor and making a powerful, inspiring first impression. Each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving, nonprofits around the world use the #GivingTuesday hashtag to tell their stories online in the hope of reaching new, passionate donors. Those donors are out there, and they’re waiting to give!
Candid
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Your website’s visual elements define your organization, helping to draw visitors in and explain your nonprofit’s mission before they read a single word. This is why a strong visual brand matters: the first images visitors see shape their impression of your organization and can determine if they continue interacting with your content. . However, just because a visual is bold and eye-catching doesn’t mean it’s right for your nonprofit.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
Download the Comprehensive Guide to Nonprofit Salaries in Canada and the United States. This report will show you what fair, market wages look like in 2022, including how each role should be paid, how to structure job descriptions, as well as what trends are shaping the industry. Download the guide.
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 22, 2021
This week, we’re grateful for clients like you and for our awesome team, who continue to deliver a great product and amazing customer support. Happy Thanksgiving! Features and Enhancements. First up, we’ve removed the “Package Name” label from receipts with the %PackageName% tag. Now you’ll just see the name of the package to keep your receipts cleaner and clearer.
NonProfit PRO
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Ready for your budget to be on track for 2022? To help you launch a new successful fiscal year, we’ve crafted a checklist of recommended actions –your prescription for budget success. Download this valuable calendar to guide you with key tactical insight on budget creation and budget review for every quarter.
Qgiv
NOVEMBER 23, 2021
From the time we added this topic to our content calendar to the time of publishing, COVID-19 case numbers began to steadily increase as the holidays approached, which gave us a clear answer to the question in this blog’s title: Yes. Virtual fundraising is still needed. Even when case numbers are dropping, it’s important to remember the unpredictability of variants and the uptick in case numbers when there are holidays during which friends and family come together.
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