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How to Create an Engaging Nonprofit Impact Report

Ann Green's Nonprofit

Is your nonprofit still producing one of those multi-page annual reports? If so, why? Anything thats more than four pages is too long. Besides that, theyre often boring, they focus too much on the organization and not on the donors, they require a lot of time and effort from staff, and theres no guarantee donors will even look at them. Now you have a dilemma.

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4 Nonprofit Strategies to Build Donor Trust & Lasting Relationships

Clairification

Trust is Built By What You Do In my last article, I wrote about why establishing and building trust should be part of your nonprofit and personal mission. Because trust is the foundation of all lasting relationships. If you dont build trust, or if you somehow manage to destroy it, youre going to lose your donor. It’s an uphill battle, requiring a proactive approach.

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Integrating Peer-to-Peer Fundraising with Annual Campaigns

Hands-On Fundraising

If youre looking for a compelling fundraising campaign idea to supplement your nonprofits annual fundraising efforts, look no further than peer-to-peer fundraising. What makes peer-to-peer fundraising such a great strategy to support annual fundraising campaigns? This fundraising style allows your nonprofit to: Lets explore five strategies your nonprofit can use to integrate peer-to-peer fundraising into […] The post Integrating Peer-to-Peer Fundraising with Annual Campaigns appeared first

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Grants to Support and Elevate Minority Business Owners

GrantNews

Minority Business Owners continue to shape the American economy with resilience, innovation, and ambition. Yet, despite their contributions, they often encounter barriers to success, from limited access to capital to systemic challenges in securing resources. The good news? Support is available to help level the playing field. Many foundations and corporations recognize these disparities and step up to provide funding, mentorship, and entrepreneurial programs tailored to minority business owners

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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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The Only Nonprofit Accounting eBook You Need

NonProfit PRO

Download this comprehensive resource for the latest best practices for budgeting, closing books, audits, reporting, managing payroll, compliance, and much more.

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The Nonprofit’s Guide to Donor Wealth Screening

Wild Apricot

Donor wealth screening can help nonprofits identify high-value donors, personalize fundraising efforts, and maximize giving potential. We'll share tools and best practices to boost your fundraising.

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How Candid’s AI can uncover new funding opportunities

Candid

Candid has a wealth of data and insights on decades worth of foundation grants. Every day, nonprofit fundraisers use our in-depth data to identify prospective funders to approach and requests for proposals (RFPs) to apply for. Now were introducing AI tools to recommend new funders and funding opportunities personalized to your needs, eliminating work that might have taken hours and surfacing opportunities fundraisers might not have discovered on their own to help fundraisers find what they need

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Nonprofits Grants Provide Access to Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

GrantNews

Nonprofits providing physical therapy and rehabilitation offer hope and healing to individuals recovering from injury, surgery, or chronic conditions. These organizations coordinate care within their communities and ensure that everyone receives the care they deserve. This includes athletes striving to get back on the field, seniors aiming to maintain their independence, children with chronic illnesses, and adults overcoming medical challenges like strokes, joint replacements, or chronic pain.

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Polarization's Chilling Effect on Advocacy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds. By Heather MacIndoe, Lewis Faulk, and Mirae Kim Groups are shying from lobbying and policy work, fearing donor blow back and government retribution, a survey finds.

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What’s the Cost Behind Starting a Nonprofit Organization in 2025?

Grant Writer Team

Staring a nonprofit organization can be a fulfilling endeavor that leads to an exciting journey, and ultimately, to a rewarding future. However, the decision comes with important financial considerations. The money involved with establishing a nonprofit varies based on factors like location, structure, and the scope of your mission. Understanding the costs id key to setting a strong foundation for your organization.

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Why Your Nonprofit Should Hire an Interim Leader After an Executive Director Departs

NonProfit PRO

If your nonprofit finds itself without a leader and a succession plan, interim leadership might offer a temporary solution. Here's how.

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Farm to Table – Agriculture Grants Vital to Maintain the Food Chain

GrantNews

Agriculture grants are vital to maintaining a healthy, sustainable food chain. From farm to table, these grants provide essential support to farmers and agricultural businesses, ensuring that fresh, local produce continues to reach our communities. When people think about farming, they often imagine milking cows, gathering eggs, and harvesting fields of corn and wheat.

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5 Things We Just Learned About MacKenzie Scott's Giving

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

A study by the Center for Effective Philanthropy reveals the profound impact of MacKenzie Scott's unrestricted grants on hundreds of nonprofits. By Sara Herschander Goodwill Industries of East Texas, Inc. Goodwill Industries of East Texas has doubled in size thanks to funding from MacKenzie Scott. A study by the Center for Effective Philanthropy reveals the profound impact of MacKenzie Scott's unrestricted grants on hundreds of nonprofits.

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How to Get Approval to Use Tech for Your Next Event

DoJiggy

Organizing an event, whether its a charity gala or a school carnival , involves juggling multiple moving parts. Managing all the elements manually can be overwhelming. Fortunately, incorporating technology into your event planning process can significantly boost efficiency and revenue. Platforms like DoJiggy offer powerful tools designed to streamline event management, making it easier for organizations to achieve their goals.

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Use Your Nonprofit’s Stats to Improve Fundraising Outcomes

NonProfit PRO

Here's a look at one of the many metrics you can and should regularly review to evaluate your fundraising efforts.

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Nonprofit Grants Advancing Women’s Health and Menopause Research

GrantNews

Menopause has been historically misrepresented and misunderstood. To illustrate, during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, women experiencing symptoms of menopause were often labeled as mentally unstable. Menopause was considered simply a sign of aging rather than a biological transition. Not until the early 1900s did we learn that hormones play a role in menopause.

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7 Ways to Secure Corporate Partnerships — and Make the Most of Them

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Corporate-giving strategists share what works in closing the deal on grants and other valuable types of support from companies. By M.J. Prest and Jie Jenny Zou Getty Images Corporate-giving strategists share what works in closing the deal on grants and other valuable types of support from companies.

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Introducing ‘Transformative Gifts’ — A Closer Look at What Big Gifts Mean for Nonprofits  

Center for Effective Philanthropy

I was left in awe. I didnt know what to say except thank you. Our core values were repeated back to us as we were given this gift and investment. […] The post Introducing Transformative Gifts A Closer Look at What Big Gifts Mean for Nonprofits appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Funraise Achieves PCI Level 1 Compliance to Support Nonprofit Sector Security

NonProfit PRO

Funraise achieved PCI Level 1 compliance, which reinforces its commitment to protecting donor data and financial transactions for nonprofits.

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The Best Charity Golf Outing Games

GiveSmart

Charity golf outings are a popular fundraiser for many nonprofits and associations. With interest in golf increasing by 30% since 2016bringing the number of participants to 123 million annually the annual golf outing has become a must-have event for many organizations looking to engage their supporters. In many ways, charity golf outings are a go-to for nonprofits.

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To Help Small Businesses Recover From the L.A. Fires, Invest in Community Lenders

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Nonprofit lenders often deploy funds faster than the government but need more capital to meet demand. By Joyce Klein and Amy Hereford Etienne Laurent, AP A local hair salon burns while the Palisades Fire sweeps through in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles. Nonprofit lenders often deploy funds faster than the government but need more capital to meet demand.

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After Three Years of Study, the Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scott’s Big Gifts are Clear  

Center for Effective Philanthropy

Big, unrestricted gifts have a transformative effect on nonprofits that receive them. They can lead to greater financial strength and documented program results. They can also lead to increased confidence […] The post After Three Years of Study, the Transformative Effect of MacKenzie Scotts Big Gifts are Clear appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.

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Report Shows Gap Between Donor Expectations and Nonprofit Actions

NonProfit PRO

Bloomerang released a report exploring the challenges and opportunities nonprofits face, the future of donor retention and more.

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What Is the Shelf Life of a Capital Campaign Feasibility Study?

Capital Campaign Pro

A capital campaign feasibility study is one of the most critical preparatory steps in launching a successful fundraising effort. Its where you test your plans, confirm your fundraising potential, and gather important feedback from key stakeholders. But what happens if your study ends and time passes without a campaign getting underway? How long can you […] The post What Is the Shelf Life of a Capital Campaign Feasibility Study?

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Meaningful Donor Conversations in Uncertain Times

Gail Perry Group

[link] Yes, its a difficult time. Especially for organizations that receive significant government funding. With federal funding cuts happening across the board with little to no notice or planning, many nonprofit leaders are feeling blindsided. Many organizations are in crisis. We agree, this is certainly a crisis, and you can use that word! Today, Kathryn Gamble and I are sharing our best advice about reaching out to donors what to say and how to say it.

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5 powerful ways to keep your donors with you

Future Fundraising Now

Keep your donors! Its the top job in fundraising. The longer they stay with you, the more valuable to are. And the best way to keep your donors is to give them a good experience. Here, from the Boomerang Blog, are some of the things you can do that will measurably improve donor retention, at Stewardship Tactics That Are Sure To Keep Donors Tied To Your Cause : Say thank you immediately.

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5 Mistakes to Avoid in Building Your Grants Program

NonProfit PRO

In my experience, too many nonprofits take shortcuts in building or growing their grants programs. Here are five key mistakes to avoid.

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Understanding Corporate Philanthropy

Fluxx

Learn what corporate philanthropy is, how it benefits businesses and communities, and how Fluxx helps streamline corporate giving programs.

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Mellon Foundation Commits $35 Million for Jazz Preservation Efforts

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

By M.J. Prest NativRoots Collective Akua Dixon, 76, from Westchester, N.Y., is a string specialist who blazed new trails in classical and jazz worlds. Plus, the College of William & Mary received $50 million to back scholarships for students at its Batten School of Coastal and Marine Sciences, and Arnold Ventures awarded $35.6 million to the North Carolina Community College System.

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How many appeals should you send? [PODCAST]

Future Fundraising Now

How much fundraising is too much? How much is too little? Theres no single right answer to these questions, but we can help you move toward whats best for your organization. If you increase your number of appeals, you will see more net revenue, and improved donor retention. Really! Embrace this truth, and throw off your limited-revenue shackles. It works.

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Surviving the Government Funding Shortfall

NonProfit PRO

With the U.S. government proposing major funding reductions for nonprofits, the time to act is now. Relying on grants and federal dollars is no longer a guaranteebut those who pivot fast can turn this crisis into an opportunity. This session will equip nonprofits with bold, actionable strategies to replace lost revenue, build stronger donor pipelines, and ensure financial sustainability.

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What AI Means for Nonprofits in 2025: Insights from the AI Benchmark Report

Tech Soup

Whether its automating administrative tasks, personalizing donor outreach, or boosting fundraising efforts, artificial intelligence is becoming a game-changer for mission-driven organizations. But where do nonprofits stand today in adopting AI? And how can your organization use these tools to grow its impact? The 2025 AI Benchmark Report a collaboration between TechSoup and Tapp Network dives into these questions and more.

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Fundraising Weekly - February 18, 2025

Soapbox Exchange

Issue 238 Happy Tuesday, Fundraisers! In times of uncertainty, advocacy is more important than ever. Whether your organization is new to advocacy or already active, now is the time to mobilize your supporters. Join us this Thursday to discover how the Soapbox Engage Actions app can amplify your voice and ensure your constituents are heard. As you navigate these challenges, weve gathered expert insights to help you adapt and thrive.