GrantNews

MAY 23, 2024

Have you have wondered about what capital funding grants are and if your business can qualify for one? GrantWatch lists capital funding grants that funders make available that can transform the financial foundation of any small business. Also, capital funding can allow a business to better serve its respective communities.

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Greater Giving

MAY 21, 2024

Conquering Donation Procurement: Track, Thank, and Triumph at Your Next Fundraising Event As fundraising professionals, we know the magic of a well-stocked fundraising event. Fundraising procurement of donated items fuels excitement,drives bids, and ultimately, raises crucial funds for your cause.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 28, 2024

Securing funding can often feel like an uphill battle in nonprofits’ fluctuating economic landscape. This blog post delves into practical strategies for nonprofits seeking to enhance their grant writing skills and secure necessary funding during challenging periods. Why Is This Considered a Tough Time for Nonprofit Funding?

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Blackbaud

MAY 27, 2024

Luckily, your fund accounting software helps you tackle all these situations. Scenarios serve as ideas or variations on a plan and align with potential situations that might happen throughout the year as well as the actual budget records you save into your fund accounting software. Are we expecting grant revenue?

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Strategic Grants

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

.” And while it’s unlikely Albert spent much time pondering the challenges facing Australia’s not-for-profits, if you replace “energy” with “money” (specifically government funding), his quote still applies. Australian charities are competing for the same very limited and very finite pot of government funding.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 11, 2022

Corporate sponsors are the best way to add lots of money to the bottom line of your fundraising event. You’ll also gain credibility as you promote your event because the names of the businesses supporting you brings validity. ANY small nonprofit can build up sponsors for their event. What is a Corporate Sponsor?

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Greater Giving

MARCH 29, 2024

Spring into Action: Planning and Executing Outdoor Fundraising Events Spring is a time of renewal, and what better way to reflect that spirit than with an engaging outdoor fundraising event? Public parks or outdoor venues can be significantly cheaper than traditional event spaces. Why Go Outside? Why Go Outside?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

During the pandemic, countless small nonprofits replaced their signature event with a virtual fundraiser and got amazing results. Should we have an online event, even when we could do something in person? Connect with new people who might not come to an in-person event. Have fewer expenses compared to an in-person event.

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Assel Grant Services

MARCH 18, 2024

Awards range from $50,000 to $1million and there is a three-year period of performance beginning the date the funds are released. What if I am ready to apply? What if I am not ready to apply this year? The DLT grant is an annual funding opportunity and the program requirements stay fairly consistent from year to year.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Peer-to-peer events have been successfully reimagined in the wake of event cancellations caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level? Here are our tips for hosting a virtual peer-to-peer event: Tip 1: Make venue options clear to your peer-to-peer fundraising participants.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

That’s why you should try incorporating more events into your charity’s annual fundraising plan. Charity events don’t just raise money for your charity, they also help to engage your supporters and bring publicity to your cause. There’s no time like the present to get started planning your next event. Livestream Event.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why and how Candid updated our racial equity funding site . The nationwide racial reckoning triggered by the 2020 murder of George Floyd has resulted in a dramatic increase in funding for racial equity. The result is a refreshed site that gives a more complete picture of past funding and allows for stronger comparisons over time.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 30, 2024

When I started my nonprofit fundraising career a decade ago, all I knew were spreadsheets, paper bid sheets, and manually charging sales for each guest at a fundraising event. I’ve had a few teams ask if they should be entering their donor information into both their donor software and Greater Giving pre-event.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Fundraising events shine the spotlight brightly on event day, event week and beyond, if you do it right. In this article we will: Outline pros and cons of choosing an in-person event vs online only vs hybrid event. Discuss the audience and staff ability and capacity to run an event fundraiser.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2023

In this major section, we explored fundraising events, donor retention, and recurring giving. This blog will cover the data and takeaways we gathered about fundraising events. Fundraisers know that events are a wonderful way to raise a large amount of funds and increase awareness of their work. Keep reading to find out!

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

MAY 27, 2022

SPOILER ALERT: More grant funding is not the answer. I have been funding projects and programs with grants for the last 21 years, and I despise the sustainability question. I’m just trying to get this done by the deadline and fund the program for the next year. Options to consider include: Other grant funding sources.

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CauseVox

MAY 18, 2021

Sure, we may be slowly moving back to in-person events, but spending a year doing everything virtually has opened up possibilities that we can’t forget now that vaccines are here. That’s why in the second half of this year, we’ll see the rise of the hybrid fundraising event: an event which is hosted both in person and virtually.

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CauseVox

MAY 16, 2022

Planning an event is a daunting task for most nonprofits. You may be wondering, will adding fundraising tickets to the event just complicate things? The answer is simple: it has the potential to make your event more effective and to help you raise more money. Decide On Event Format: Virtual, In-Person or Hybrid?

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Picture this: You’re about to hold the fundraising event of a lifetime. Plus, your registrants aren’t getting the information they need to learn about your event. Planning your fundraiser now feels time-consuming and stressful, and you’re not sure if you can get your event ready in time. Create an event landing page.

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GrantNews

MAY 30, 2024

GrantWatch Headline News: In a significant development for small business owners, securing essential funding has been identified as one of the most critical challenges to overcome. Some small businesses turn to traditional loans, a common funding method. An important alternative funding option has emerged: grants. The good news?

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

It’s a milestone when you decide to hold your nonprofit’s first special event for the sole purpose of raising money. A fundraising event will draw attention to your organization and give prospective donors the opportunity to learn more about your cause. Most importantly, a special event will bring in money to fund your mission.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Imagine this: you set what you think is an ambitious fundraising goal for your virtual event and then watch as you double, triple, quadruple that goal in the days leading up to the event. Like most nonprofits, Mentor New York had to pivot during the pandemic to virtual events and engagement for its supporters.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 24, 2021

Hosting fundraising events is great. That’s where event sponsorships come in! If you’re new to hosting charity events or just want to find new avenues for securing more sponsorships for your fundraising events, then you’ve come to the right place! Here’s what it takes to get more sponsors for your charity event.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 12, 2024

Fundraising campaigns are like the secret sauce of your nonprofit’s funding strategy. These campaigns are crucial for supporting your nonprofit’s overall operations or funding specific programs, making them a cornerstone of your annual strategy. This method is super engaging and can exponentially increase your reach and funds.

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Qgiv

JULY 17, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Qgiv is now one of the main providers for all Over the Edge (OTE) events! This means that your adventurous fundraising events will now be supported by the best tools in the industry–ensuring your efforts are more streamlined, engaging, and successful! OTE fundraising events grab attention!

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DoJiggy

JULY 2, 2024

A-thons are a popular and effective way to raise funds for various causes. Based on peer-to-peer fundraising , participants raise funds by asking friends and family to donate to an organization they care about. These events are versatile and can be adapted to different themes and settings.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 2, 2024

Keeping thorough, accurate records of your organization’s finances allows you to know how much funding you have on hand and effectively allocate it to further your mission. You can manage a cash accounting system in a basic spreadsheet, which is helpful if your nonprofit isn’t ready to invest in specialized accounting software yet.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 26, 2021

Virtual events are here to stay, and for nonprofits that means more opportunities to fundraise without breaking the bank and a sweat. Virtual events have proven flexible, cost effective, and easily planned vs. their in-person counterpart. Here are 5 reasons why you should keep virtual fundraising events on your calendar: .

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

When most people think about funding a nonprofit, they think they should look for grants. In order to raise the most money for your cause and create a stable future for your organization, you need several different sources of funding. A grant is NOT the best way to fund your new vehicle or any need you have where you need money fast.

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DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Provide Community-Funded Scholarships 2. Host a School Carnival or Other Fun Community Events 3. Provide Community-Funded Scholarships Offering scholarships is a powerful way to make private education accessible to a broader audience. This helps fund tuition and fosters strong ties between your school and the community.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

They’re excited to get their fledgling organization off the ground, and they need the funds to do it. Especially when you work really hard on an event or an online campaign and you don’t get the results you were hoping for. Broken Funding Models for Nonprofits Truly, it’s not your fault. Others make it look so easy.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Grant funding is an essential part of fundraising for nonprofit organizations. While many nonprofits rely on grant funding for a significant portion of revenue, how nonprofits fill their grant writing needs varies significantly from organization to organization. Read our article to learn more. Can you hire a seasonal grant writer?

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

You’ve got to use funds wisely, aligning with your mission and honoring donor intentions. But staying financially solid while also being nimble enough to handle surprises like recessions and weather events is hard even for the most seasoned nonprofit. Smart money moves are vital for nonprofits.

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Instrumentl

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Get ready to finish 2023 strong and prepare for a successful 2024 with Instrumentl's expert panel event. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from experienced professionals who have secured millions in grant funding for various organizations and industries. Chase from Chase Consulting Solutions.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 29, 2022

A comprehensive list of every different Fundraising Event Committee you’ll need for your gala- their roles and job descriptions. A successful event requires a lot of coordination, planning and effort from your Fundraising Event Committee. Check out our list of Needed Event Committees and Important Event Positions.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2021

“What kind of fundraisng event should I run for my nonprofit?”. Nonprofits are always looking for unique, creative, and effective fundraising events that will help them to stand out from the crowd. Here’s the secret: finding the perfect fundraising event isn’t always about creating something totally new that no one else has ever done.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2024

When evaluating your school’s readiness for a capital campaign, database readiness might not be at the top of the list for your campaign consultants or administration. Fine-tune your fund setup. It is also directly related to the fund cash flow reports your finance office depends on. Review your gift acceptance policy.

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