Ann Green's Nonprofit
APRIL 14, 2025
In an ideal world, a newsletter can be a great way to engage with your donors. In the real world, that doesnt often happen because most donor newsletters can be used as a cure for insomnia. Theyre too long and filled with boring articles that brag about how wonderful the organization is. A newsletter is a vital part of the ask, thank report, repeat formula and you cant just go on autopilot.
Clairification
APRIL 17, 2025
Today I want to remind you thatpart and parcel of your personal mission, as a philanthropy facilitator , is to bring supporters opportunities for meaning and purpose. Because when you help increase others sense of wellbeing, not only is the world a better place but these folks are more likely to demonstrate gratitude by giving of themselves. Meaning drives us to act with generosity and resolve.
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The Fundraiser Coach
APRIL 13, 2025
Welcome back to the B.R.I.D.G.E. series! If you missed the last posts, we began with Build Connection and Establish Rapport. Today, we step into the part many fundraisers both anticipate and avoid: Invitation to Action or the Ask. It’s time to Invite to Action Inviting isn’t demanding. It’s not persuading or convincing. It’s just that: an invitation.
Hands-On Fundraising
APRIL 15, 2025
Facts fail where stories sail. When I see what comes into my inbox or mailbox from nonprofits, the ones I shake my head at usually have something in common. They ask for a gift based on a list of statistics and accomplishments. And I understand the urge. You’re proud of the work you do. You’re […] The post How to raise more money? Less sell and more tell appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising.
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Joe Garecht Fundraising
APRIL 12, 2025
Yes, it does. To be honest, I was tempted to leave this article there. I thought it would be amusing but true. Cold major donor outreach does work. But of course, thats not the complete story. The full answer is: Yes, it does so long as you do it right. Lets take a look at cold major donor outreach and how you can use it effectively at your non-profit.
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The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 14, 2025
After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all races. By Alex Daniels Susan Walsh/AP After Edward Blum's complaint to the IRS about the Gates Foundation's "illegal" scholarship program for students of color, the Seattle philanthropy giant said it would change the scholarship's eligibility criteria to include all race
Blackbaud
APRIL 18, 2025
As a nonprofit digital strategist and technology coach, I think I have the best job in the world. I get to partner with nonprofit teams that are full of dedicated, smart, and hard-working people. Ive noticed, though, when it comes to effectively growing their communication and giving programs, many of these seasoned development pros are feeling a little stuck.
Tony Martignetti
APRIL 14, 2025
Lynn Bohart: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging Do your fundraising messages engage and connect with your donors and prospects? Or do they merely inform? Do you know how to craft an engaging story? And what makes stories so valuable anyway? Lynn Bohart answers all these questions and more, as she encourages you into persuasive writing and … Continue reading Nonprofit Radio for April 14, 2025: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging → Lynn Bohart: Your Improved Fundraising Messaging Do y
GrantNews
APRIL 18, 2025
What is the Donor Cycle and why should nonprofits care? The Donor Cycle (aka Donor Lifecycle) is a term used in reference to first-time donors (to a given cause). As nice as it is to receive a donation, the real work for a nonprofit is to KEEP that donor engaged and involved in order to see continued donations in the future. A nonprofit looking to make donors a part of their donor cycle has to do more than just write a thank you note.
Grant Writer Team
APRIL 17, 2025
Your Next Grant Starts with the Right Preparation Crafting a winning grant proposal takes effort, planning, and the right support. It is usually not for the faint of heart because it is not typically easy task. That is why GrantWriterTeam is here for you. Our professional grant writers provide the tools and confidence you need to successfully pursue funding opportunities that support your nonprofit mission.
Blackbaud
APRIL 16, 2025
For nonprofits, every dollar is mission-critical, and every decision impacts lives. The finance team shoulders immense responsibility to make sure funds are well-stewarded, often while being understaffed and under-resourced. Strong stewardship is not just about balancing the books, though. It’s about ensuring that financial operations are seamless, transparent, and trustworthy.
CauseVox
APRIL 18, 2025
It’s 2025, and we’re fully living in a subscription culture. Everything from our favorite tunes on Spotify to our weekly meal kits is just part of how we live nowsimple, straightforward, and automatic. This model of convenience and consistency isn’t just limited to consumer goods; its actually been part of nonprofit fundraising for decades in the form of monthly giving, and it fits right into this subscription culture.
GrantNews
APRIL 16, 2025
If your nonprofit struggles with donor retention, you are not alone. However, funding is vital for nonprofits to make a real-world impact. Above all, donor-centric management is an effective and cost-efficient way to increase nonprofits’ donor retention. In truth, nonprofits prioritizing donor retention often see success. However, it is best to diversify your funding source and also apply for grant funding support regularly.
Center for Effective Philanthropy
APRIL 17, 2025
Individualism. Competition. Risk aversion. Short-termism. Scarcity. Presumed expertise. Many of the norms by which philanthropy operates perpetuate the very narratives our sector seeks to change. In this series on the CEP […] The post Positioning and Repositioning: What if What We Inherited Doesnt Have to Be the Legacy We Leave? appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
Blackbaud
APRIL 14, 2025
The Blackbaud Impact Awards shine a spotlight on organizations and individuals who are moving the needle and achieving remarkable outcomes that make a difference. A strong award nomination is your opportunity to tell your story and showcase your impact. If you’re considering nominating your organization, an inspiring leader, or a rising star for one of our awards this year, we’ve compiled some tips to help you craft a standout nomination and give your nominee the best possible chance
amplifi
APRIL 17, 2025
Guest blog by Viken Mikaelian, PlannedGiving.com Planned giving can get complicated, but promoting it shouldnt be. Whether youre trying to reach high-net-worth donors or just getting your nonprofits planned giving program off the ground, these ten strategies will help you cut through the noise, attract the right prospects, andmost importantlybring in those gifts. 1.
GrantNews
APRIL 17, 2025
Teachers: Looking for Grants to support your work? It’s common knowledge that teachers regularly dig into their own pockets to cover classroom essentials. They need to decorate learning spaces and stock up on basic supplies like paper, pencils, tissues, and cleaning supplies. These expenses often come out of personal savings. For now, the federal government offers a $300 tax deduction to help with these costs.
Think and Ink Grants
APRIL 16, 2025
Over the weekend, while many Americans were cheering on their kids at soccer games or tuning into their favorite sports teams, something major happened in the world of federal fundingquietly and without much public fanfare. DOGE, the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, officially took control of Grants.gov, the main platform for applying to federal grants.
Blackbaud
APRIL 14, 2025
Philanthropy is known for stretched dollars and thin margins so one more meal can be served and one more person can get support. As funders, youve probably worked with nonprofit organizations with staff nearing burnout, sending reports when they are supposed to be on vacation and completing applications when most people would be asleep. While part of that dedication is inherent to the work they do and the communities they serve, there are ways that you as a funder can use your grants management
Community Boost
APRIL 17, 2025
Having a clear mission is great but it’s people who make the impact happen. Community engagement is how a nonprofit can grow, rally support, and create lasting change. And its not just about fundraising, its about building real relationships and inspiring people to take action. When nonprofits do engagement right, they build trust and garner support well beyond a single donation.
GrantNews
APRIL 18, 2025
Imagine a computer that thinks more like the human brain; learning, adapting, and processing complex information with lightning speed and minimal energy. Welcome to the emerging world of Brain-Inspired Computing (BIC). Scientists and engineers are just beginning to understand how biological brains, especially the human brain, manage to operate with such efficiency and intelligence , all while using a fraction of the energy required by today’s supercomputers.
Future Fundraising Now
APRIL 16, 2025
I just read this on a marketing blog: Millennials are looking for experiences that are unique, creative, and edgy. That is a useless and silly assertion. It might be true of some millennials. There might be research showing its a trait more common among millennials than others. But as a blanket assertion, its not only unprovable, it is almost certainly untrue.
Gail Perry Group
APRIL 17, 2025
Is your team gearing up for an important capital campaign? Dreaming of expanding your impact and transforming your missions reach? Before you dive in, you need to do your market research: ask the right people the right questions. And, you probably need a trusted third party to do it. Thats where a consultant-led feasibility study comes in. Far more than a checkbox or a fundraising formality, a feasibility study is a smart, strategic investment that can set the stage for successor save you from c
HSF House
APRIL 17, 2025
Over the summer, I will be conducting a creative research project that investigates my identity as a Colombian American through three large-scale mixed media paintings. My primary inspiration in creating these works is the concept of hybridity as a bridge between the natural and cultural realms. With a definition originating in biology, hybridity has historically referenced the crossing of two unlike species to create a unique offspring.
The Grantsmanship Center
APRIL 16, 2025
Category: Proposal Writing and Grantseeking In an earlier blog, I discussed how to strengthen your proposal by adding context to the Problem Discussion with descriptive detail. Part Two is about giving the reader a sense of place to add meaning to the proposal. The reader of your proposal may not live in the samearea of the state as you, or even in the same part of the country.
Get Fully Funded
APRIL 17, 2025
In many ways, fundraising is like a big sports game. It takes a full roster of staff members, donors, and volunteers to secure a winyour fundraising goalfor your team. As you compete for donors attention, youre up against barriers that prevent them from donating, like a lack of awareness or engagement. In the end, success is defined by how well you and your team work together to achieve your shared goal.
Future Fundraising Now
APRIL 15, 2025
From The Agitator, a detailed and transformational list of things nonprofits should be doing in these hard times: DONT EAT THE SEED CORN: A Checklist for Fundraisers in Tough Times. Do Not Cut Acquisition or Retention Spending. Chances are, someone in your organization will want to make these cuts! It looks painless. But it will strangle your future — both the immediate and long-term.
HSF House
APRIL 17, 2025
Hello everyone! My name is Hayley Schermer, and I am a junior at Florida State University. I am a cell and molecular neuroscience major on the pre-health track with hopes of attending medical school after I finish my undergraduate career. My research partner, Ella Vizzini, and I have recently been given the great privilege of conducting research on menopause through the IDEA Grant Program and the Dezso and Fanny Julius Scholars Fund.
Planned Giving
APRIL 17, 2025
From 26 years in business, Ive heard every excuse, myth, and magic-bullet theory fundraising has to offer. Heres the list. Brace yourselfor better yet, dont. It wont help. Delusion No. 1 Planned Giving? Were not ready for that. You’re ready for bake sales and spaghetti dinners, but not free money that takes a signature and a lawyer? Okay. Delusion No. 2 We just need a good gala.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
APRIL 14, 2025
The donation from James and Patricia Anderson will back engineering programs and help recruit more faculty and Ph.D. students to the universitys engineering school. By Maria Di Mento Wayne State University James and Patricia Anderson gave Wayne State University $50 million to support programs in the College of Engineering, which will be renamed for them.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 17, 2025
Ditch the cookie-cutter thank-you. Todays donors expect moreand deserve it. Learn how to deliver powerful, personalized stewardship that speaks directly to each type of donor. Backed by psychology and real-world success, this session will show you how to use gratitude strategically to boost retention, increase giving, and create lasting impact. If you want donors to feel seen, valued, and inspiredthis is your must-attend session.
HSF House
APRIL 16, 2025
Hello everyone! My name is Audrey Lendvay, and I am a second year studio art student at Florida State University, and I now have the exciting honor to introduce you all to my upcoming IDEA Grant research for summer 2024. Audrey Lendvay, Studio Art major My project takes a particular interest in the ways in which we participate in physical and virtual spaces, and with how virtual worlds might be capable of connecting participants to their own lives and enriching their own sense of place and mindf
Candid
APRIL 16, 2025
The two largest donor-advised fund (DAF) sponsors in the United States, Fidelity Charitable and DAFGiving360 (formerly Schwab Charitable), both reported 25% year-over-year growth in grant dollars in 2024. As the use of DAFs continues to expand, nonprofits are increasingly asking: How can we get DAF sponsors to recommend our organization to their DAF donors?
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