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The Ultimate Guide to Nonprofit Advertising

Wild Apricot

Advertising for your nonprofit doesn't have to be expensive. This guide will cover the basics of advertising for nonprofits, show you how to create nonprofit ad campaigns and provide real-world examples to help you make the most of your advertising budget and broaden your reach.

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Don’t Blow Your Post-Holiday Opportunity to Thank Your Nonprofit Supporters

Clairification

For good things once a year is not enough. Why do so many of us only eat turkey once a year? Or pumpkin pie? Ive no idea! Its surely not rational. These are special foods we value and take great delight in. Yet we get into a bad habit of thinking on auto pilot. If it’s not Thanksgiving, the idea of roasting a turkey or making cranberry sauce doesn’t even enter most or our heads.

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Top 10 Kickstarter Grants for Your Startup Business!

GrantNews

Looking for kickstarter grants to jumpstart your business? Finding and applying for business grants can be challenging for both new and established businesses. Startup grants, in particular, can be tough to locate, and the application process often feels long and tedious. To make things easier, GrantWatch has compiled a list of 10 kickstarter grants for startup businesses, carefully curated from our nearly 200 Entrepreneurs and Startups Grants.

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New Year’s Resolutions for Board Members

Gail Perry Group

We offer this list of suggested New Year's Resolutions for Board Members to encourage them to consider their important role and reflect on how they can be more effective as board members. Here are 10 New Year's resolutions for board members that encourage self-reflection on your board's culture, its decision-making process, how everyone behaves, and how involved everyone is in fundraising.

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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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Top Fundraising Articles of 2024

Get Fully Funded

Before we officially wrap up the year, lets dive into the top articles of the year on the Get Fully Funded blog. These fundraising gems have been a hit with our readers, and Ive gathered them all in one place just for you. Our goal is to equip you with practical fundraising tools and ideas you can implement right away. So, we pack as much goodness as we can into our fundraising articles, bulleting out information so its easy to follow and easy to use.

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Happy New Year! Top Grants To Apply for in 2025

GrantNews

We are on the cusp of a bright new year, and GrantWatch has the top grants to apply for in 2025! The new year presents the opportunity for a fresh start brimming with possibilities. Indeed, it’s a chance for growth, innovation, and positive change. And, with the right grant funding, nonprofits can expand their programs and businesses can begin new ventures.

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Can a Merger Expand Your Impact? 5 Lessons From Leaders Who Did It

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Two leaders explain why their nonprofits joined together after the pandemic and what they learned that can help other groups pull off a successful merger. By Janet Carter and Jason Sacks cienpies, Getty Images Two leaders explain why their nonprofits joined together after the pandemic and what they learned that can help other groups pull off a successful merger.

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NPO Leaders Mourn Passing Of President Jimmy Carter

The NonProfit Times

(Photo Courtesy of Habitat For Hunanity) Nonprofit leaders reacted to the death James Earl Carter, Jr., the 39 th president of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, with sadness and fond memories of his tireless work for people around the world. Carter, 100, died Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia. He was longest-lived president in U.S. history.

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Rising together: Supporting boys, men, and all communities 

Candid

In May 2024, Melinda French Gates emailed 12 people including meoffering each $20 million to spend on gender equality initiatives. All of us were surprised, but I doubt any were as surprised as I wasbecause I work on behalf of boys and men. I felt this was an important moment for philanthropy. While French Gates continues to focus most of her giving on women and girls, she also recognizes the need to help boys and men.

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Grant-Fueled Growth: Leveraging Funding Opportunities in 2025

GrantNews

Are you ready to leverage grant funding opportunities? You too can catapult your project in 2025 with grants. In truth, grants are a critical resource of vital funding. Because of this, grants are highly competitive. However, if you apply a mission-forward strategy to your grant research you will secure viable funding faster. For example, when you research your funder before you apply you can add missioned-themed details to ensure your grant application stands out.

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5 Website Design Mistakes Nonprofits Should Avoid in 2025

NonProfit PRO

A well-designed website can build trust, engage supporters and encourage action. Avoid these mistakes to make an impact online.

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Jimmy Carter's Legacy as a Champion of Peace, Public Health, and Affordable Housing

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

In his post-presidency, the Georgia native helped build the Carter Center and Habitat for Humanity into nonprofit powerhouses. "He was a doer of good deeds," said Habitat CEO Jonathan Reckford. By M.J. Prest Courtesy Carter Center Former President Jimmy Carter visited Ghana in 2007 as part of work by the Carter Center to eradicate Guinea worm worldwide.

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Return on Mission: A Framework to Measure Success at Philanthropic Organizations

Blackbaud

As a nonprofit organization, which factor do you believe best showcases the success of your mission? Overhead to program expense ratio Having money left over to reinvest at the end of the year Programmatic statistics related to mission impact As with many multiple-choice tests, there is only one answer here that makes sense: programmatic statistics related to mission impact.

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How to Craft a Grant Proposal That Gets Results

Grant Writer Team

Securing grant funding is a primary goal for many nonprofit organizations. However, crafting a grant proposal that will get results presents a significant challenge. A strong proposal needs to be clear, concise, and tailored to a funder’s priorities. Seems simple, right? So, why is it so difficult to write winning proposals? GrantWriterTeam has insider information every grant writer should know to craft a grant proposal that gets the results your nonprofit needs!

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5 Tests to Determine Which Grants You Shouldn’t Apply For

NonProfit PRO

Here are five tests to identify whether you should submit a grant proposal to help boost your application success rate.

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Funding for Professional Development Is Here for the Taking!

GrantNews

Funding for professional development is here for the taking! Think of it as a win-win-win situation. Any organization, no matter how complex or simple, needs some level of professional development to achieve growth and success. In addition, professional development also helps employees build new skills, stay current with industry trends, and achieve their career goals.

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Nonprofit Sector Trends for 2025

Wild Apricot

Stay in the know about what nonprofit trends you can anticipate in 2025, from fundraising to marketing to partnerships!

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Top 10 blog posts of 2024

Future Fundraising Now

Here are the posts readers of this blog clicking on most in 2024: Wacky envelopes work in fundraising 5 serious fundraising mistakes that you might be making Tools to make your digital content inclusive (and effective) Good fundraising is much more than well-written copy If you want donations, you have to ask for them Donors give to make something happen Things no fundraiser will ever say on their deathbed Why a new brand wont improve your fundraising You need 2 gifts from every donor Letter fro

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Bonterra Reveals Key Generosity Takeaways From 2024 GivingTuesday

NonProfit PRO

Nearly $100 million was raised through Bonterra for GivingTuesday 2024. The company shared some key insights from the giving day.

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Infographic | Insights on Creating Irresistible Event Sponsorships

Greater Giving

Unlock the Power of Sponsorships for Your Next Event Sponsorships are more than just financial supportthey are partnerships that drive your mission forward. Whether you’re planning a gala, auction, or community fundraiser, effective sponsorship strategies can amplify your events success. Here are insights we gathered from other nonprofits on how to create impactful sponsorships that benefit your nonprofit and your sponsors.

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The most read Candid insights articles in 2024: Fundraising, AI, and diversity 

Candid

Thank you for being a regular reader of Candid insights, which we launched as a new platform earlier this year. As 2024 draws to a close, we wanted to share some of the most read articles we published this year. Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. What can fundraisers do? by Chris Maddocks, Blue State. Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and no

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Projected Grant Writing Trends for 2025: What Nonprofits Need to Know

Just Write Grants

As we approach 2025, the grant writing landscape is set to evolve significantly. Understanding these projected trends will help nonprofits stay ahead of the curve and optimize their funding strategies. In this blog post, well explore the key grant writing trends anticipated for 2025, including technological advancements, shifting priorities, and emerging best practices. 1.

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AmplifyChange Opportunity Grant: Supporting Small Organizations

Fluxx

Small and medium-sized organizations are at the forefront in the advancement of social justice issues, especially on SRHR matters. The AmplifyChange Opportunity Grant will involve the provision of funds for such organizations to seize emerging opportunities, respond to challenges, and implement innovative projects that will bring much-desired change to their communities.

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A Small Sensor that Can Save You BBBBIG.

NonProfit PRO

PHLYSense is a 24/7 property monitoring and alert solution. Organizations get real-time alerts if water is detected or temperatures reach a hazardous level. The program includes sensors and 24/7 monitoring and support all at no-cost to policyholders with property coverage.

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The Financial Edge: Crafting Budgets for Grant Success

Allied Grant Writers

Introduction to Grant Budgets Understanding the financial aspects of grant applications, particularly budgeting, is essential for both small businesses and non-profits. A well-structured budget can significantly impact the chances of securing funding. Importance of Budgeting for Grant Applications Budgeting serves as the financial blueprint of any grant proposal.

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Website Optimization Projects for Nonprofits: 5 Steps

Soapbox Exchange

Have you significantly updated your nonprofits website in the past two years? If not, it may already be outdatedresearch shows that the average website lifespan for top marketing brands is just two years and one month. Whether youve fallen behind on regular website maintenance or outgrown your original build, upgrading your nonprofit site is critical to increase online fundraising and improve donor engagement.

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2025 Top Grant Writing Blogs to Follow

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Were so excited to announce the 2025 Top Grant Writing Blogs to Follow. The goal of DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services is to help nonprofits create incredible change in their communities. We do this by assisting nonprofit organizations with competitively researching, applying for, and receiving grant funding to best serve our clients and have a significant impact in their communities, taking the stress out of grant writing.

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Neon One Brings Seamless DAF Giving to Nonprofits With DAFpay Integration

NonProfit PRO

Neon One unveiled an integration with Chariot's DAFpay to enable nonprofits to process donor-advised funds within their donation forms.

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The Complete Guide to In-Kind Donations for Nonprofits

Double the Donation

In-kind gifts are the lifeblood of many nonprofit organizations, providing essential goods and services without the requirement of tapping into financial resources. Whether its donated office equipment, pro bono professional services, orbid-worthy auction items, in-kind donations for nonprofits can make a significant difference in an organizations ability to achieve its mission.

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ASPCA National Shelter Grants Initiative 2024: Supporting Animal Shelters Nationwide

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Animal shelters are pretty instrumental in giving animals in need a chance at finding a good home, shelter, and care. Due to this demand, the ASPCA offers the National Shelter Grants Initiative as a means of supporting shelters throughout the U.S. to have the resources needed. This program undergirds shelters with much-needed funding to support their efforts of housing, care, and rehoming animals.

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PUB Crawl - December 30, 2024

Soapbox Exchange

Happy Monday, PUB Crawlers! As we gear up for the New Year, Ill keep this brief since many of you are likely savoring some well-deserved downtime. Thank you for making this year of the PUB Crawl newsletter such a success! Its been an honor to connect, share insights, and grow together within the Salesforce nonprofit community. Heres to another year of learning and making an impact!

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New Year’s Resolution: Fix Your Data Issues

NonProfit PRO

In a data driven world, a well-chosen CRM is so much more than a tool. With so many CRM options on the market, how do you choose the one that best aligns with your mission, enhances donor engagement, eliminates duplicate data entry, and supports capacity building? Join our session to find out! With the right CRM your organization can leverage data for actionable insights, personalized donor communications, and increased fundraising success.

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How to Find Grants for Nonprofits [Quickly & Easily!]

Double the Donation

Securing grants is often a vital part of keeping a nonprofit organization up and running, let alone thriving. Whether youre funding new programs, expanding services, or covering operational costs, grants can provide the financial support your nonprofit needs to make a more significant impact.

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