Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This journey includes individuals who are almost ready to contribute and those who are still considering and may need more information before givingboth are considered leads. Marketing-qualified leads are individuals who have engaged with your nonprofits marketing materials in some way but arent yet ready to donate.

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The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

Planning events is essential for nonprofits, whether youre raising funds, building awareness, or forging new community connections. From tight budgets to limited staffing, these hurdles can make even the simplest event feel overwhelming. However, many organizations face common challenges that complicate the planning process.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Get ready to dive into the wealth of knowledge from these 2024 fundraising articles. Understanding Why People Give: Understanding the psychology behind giving can help you understand the donors motivation, which will help you plan your next campaign, your next fundraising event, or your next face-to-face ask.In And thats a good thing.It

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GrantNews

MAY 7, 2024

Question: Is your nonprofit ready for a rebrand? Visit Joplin Grant : Grants up to $25,000 to nonprofits and for-profits for marketing of events and attractions that will draw tourism. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready for a Rebrand? Occasional rebranding is important to consider in today’s fast-changing world.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Here’s what that means: Working together: Link your CRM to the tools you use every day, such as your email system, social media tools, fund accounting software, and event registration platforms. See campaign performance, donor and gift details, and fundraising event performance in your CRM. Your whole team benefits, too.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 28, 2024

By Rasheeda Childress Giving Tuesday Employees at the Charities Aid Foundation participate in a GivingTuesday event. Veteran fundraisers recommend nonprofits set specific goals, enlist their volunteers, encourage donors to give early, and more.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Events are a great way to bring like-minded people together and have a good time in the name of your cause. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. And that’s where the RIGHT event comes in.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Events may require an events coordinator. Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today. Maybe your team does a great job planning events. We are ready to start work for you when you are ready!

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Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2024

Although not ready or able yet to make a monetary donation, many 20-somethings are eager to support your cause through advocacy, social influence, and volunteering. Planning Your Board Engagement Pipeline If you’re thinking, “Gen Zers are not quite ready to serve on my board of directors,” you make a fair point.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Job Readiness Programs for Older Teens Objective : Equip older teens with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. Job readiness programs provide training on resume writing, interview skills, workplace etiquette, and job search strategies. Bereavement Services for Youth : Grants for children’s bereavement services.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 3, 2023

There are many benefits to hosting your own fundraising events — from building donor loyalty and increasing visibility, to cultivating deeper relationships with supporters. But you may be struggling to come up with fundraising event ideas for an event that’s both fun and profitable.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

OCTOBER 3, 2021

A great way to put yourself in the same room with new prospects is by attending large networking events on behalf of your non-profit. This strategy involves going to large conferences and events in your organization’s mission field with the goal of meeting new donors at the event. That’s ok….

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

If you’re ready to make your forever home a reality, explore the world of housing grants today. Benefit Local Residents : Grants and sponsorships to nonprofits for programs and events to benefit local residents. Finding the right grant begins with research. GrantWatch has an extensive list of housing grants.

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 15, 2024

We want to guide you to gauge your volunteer leadership readiness and set you on the path to a super successful campaign. Consider looking back through your donor records, event attendees, and especially your neglected former board members. Keep following this series for the Capital Campaign Readiness Checklist.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Looking to spice things up for your next live fundraising campaign or virtual event? Make sure your organization has the resources to administer and manage the event to raise more money. Whether you decide to use auction games, festival games, or mobile fundraising, set a time limit to your event to keep engagement levels high.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

If you’re ready to move beyond grants, let’s get started! Fundraising can take various forms, including online campaigns, major giving, planned giving, corporate sponsorships, and events. Ready to learn more? Many nonprofits begin with annual giving campaigns, which provide a consistent source of income. Be bold and get started!

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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

at an event or sending an email update twice a year. And ready to make a connection. I n short, a human-to-human connection. This doesn’t mean simply saying "Hello!" Building connection means making space for mutual curiosity and discovering shared values. Don’t wait until they “prove” themselves.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

Highlight partnerships with corporate allies who share your values, and seek sponsorships for events or programs that promote inclusive outcomes. Use newsletters, social media, and events to showcase how your programs contribute to long-term community growth. Communicate Your Impact: Transparency is key to building trust with donors.

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Clairification

JUNE 3, 2024

Were you on a dating app, or attending a work event, here are the suggested five way s to make a positive first impression. This is especially important before any kind of big event where you would be meeting a lot of people — i.e. conferences, networking events or friend’s parties. Set an intention.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

billion by bringing together individual donors, businesses, and communities in a unified event with a shared purpose. Get ready for GivingTuesday with a cohesive digital campaign. In 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1 Turn your season of giving into a season of gratitude. It’s Giving Season. Here’s how to donate wisely.

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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Picture this: a sunny day, a beautifully manicured golf course, and a group of enthusiastic golfers ready to tee offall while raising funds to support your nonprofit’s mission. Online platforms like CauseVox make it easier than ever to organize, manage, and maximize your events fundraising potential. Sounds pretty great, right?

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 15, 2024

We want to guide you to gauge your volunteer leadership readiness and set you on the path to a super successful campaign. Consider looking back through your donor records, event attendees, and especially your neglected former board members. Keep following this series for the Capital Campaign Readiness Checklist.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Make your 2023 golf fundraiser the best one yet and get a jump on event prep with this free planning timeline and checklist! Plus, learn how golf event tech is key to saving time and raising more money for your mission. Find out what to do, when to do it, get helpful tips and ideas to ensure a successful and lucrative fundraiser.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In this guide, we’ll review four considerations to keep in mind as you assess your nonprofit’s financial sustainability—and, therefore, how ready it is for expansion. Not only do they provide you with a safety net in case of emergency, but they’re also often the first money you’ll draw from when your organization is ready to expand.

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CauseVox

JULY 30, 2023

Raise your hand if you agree that organizing a nonprofit fundraising event is a fun and effective way to garner support, raise money, and increase awareness for your cause. Let’s be real, events take a lot of work. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive guide that’ll help you crush your next event, making it both fun and effective.

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Candid

JULY 7, 2022

43% attend or participate in charitable events in their community because of social media. . If you’re ready to fully leverage social media for any giving day, whether July 15, Giving Tuesday, or some other day, here’s four tips to get you started. . 59% of those people donate money. . 53% volunteer. .

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The Fundraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Call to share a quick update, invite them to an event, or simply say thank you. Ready to deepen your donor relationships? Waiting until just before a campaign to reconnect makes giving feel transactional, not relational. Shift Your Approach: Set aside time every week to check in with top donors—without an ask.

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Candid

MARCH 17, 2025

It turned out, however, that local leaders werent ready to interact across such intense divides. Backed by the New Pluralists, Resetting the Table (RTT) stepped in with a plan for training ideologically and racially diverse local leaders to discuss issues together.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

This report shows how much flexibility you have to fund future growth, as well as your readiness for unexpected challenges. The number will differ from your statement of activities because this calculation includes short- and long-term fiscal considerations. However, you should still separate net assets with and without restrictions.

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amplifi

DECEMBER 5, 2024

If you’re ready to take it to the next level, use the following tips to create better thank you’s to follow up your next appeal! A donor might not be ready to write another check. Does your organization host a gala or other high-profile event? Think about these guidelines every time someone gives to your organization.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Knowing how much time and effort you spend planning events and campaigns inspired us to create this resource to inspire you with these successful ideas for end-of-year giving campaigns. Instead, give yourself a solid 4-6 week time frame (pre-December) to hammer down your year-end fundraising details so you’re ready to go on kickoff day.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Once they’re in the door, encourage them to become donors when they’re ready—to foster deeper and more organic relationships. This preference implies that they don’t want to merely be viewed as passive donors but as active participants in creating change.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Get your small staff ready for a new CRM Read more Before you invest in a new CRM, determine the root cause of your frustrations and limitations, as that will enable you to be strategic in how you proceed. In addition to your CRM, document any third-party tools you use: email marketing, event management, volunteer tracking, etc.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2025

These moves might include personalized emails, phone calls, in-person visits, or event invitationsall designed to build trust and show appreciation. Getting Ready to Implement Moves Management Set Clear Goals Before implementing moves management, establish well-defined revenue targetsboth short-term and long-term. email opens).

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ask them to sign up for a newsletter Invite them to an event Whatever action they take, it will give them a deeper connection to your organization. Consider asking them to sign up for a newsletter, follow you on social media, or volunteer at one of your events. Lets make this happen. What is Donor Retention?

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Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

Strategies for building a shared sense of belonging and commitment include encouraging volunteer participation through online or in-person events and celebrating their contributions. Community relationships strengthen public trust in nonprofits.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Many situations can indicate a donor’s readiness to discuss end-of-year gifts of assets. Promote your legacy society via email and multiple communication channels: Website Events Direct mail Social media Advertisements One-to-one conversations Member listings in your annual report, playbills, etc.

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