Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 25, 2024

if youre behind on your goals, you can still do plenty between now and December 31. Revisit Your Email Ask Series Is your email ask series ready to go? Every one of you Ive talked to recently every last one has told me that your year-end campaign went out late. Hey, it happens. Its been a year. But have no fear.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Veteran fundraisers recommend nonprofits set specific goals, enlist their volunteers, encourage donors to give early, and more. Veteran fundraisers recommend nonprofits set specific goals, enlist their volunteers, encourage donors to give early, and more.

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Gail Perry Group

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Capital Campaign Readiness: Check Your Image in the Mirror While you are planning your campaign, take a good, hard look at your organization's reputation in the community. Our checklist will help you understand if you're ready and what your leaders might want to address. Are Your Volunteer Leaders Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign?

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 31, 2024

These six articles will guide you and your team through an essential readiness assessment that every nonprofit needs before taking the leap. Do they fully grasp the campaign's goals? Development Office: Your fundraising team serves as your campaign's engine. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign?

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Clairification

JANUARY 4, 2024

Now… you should be devoting at least as much time to thanking the donors who responded to your appeals, with the goal of retaining and upgrading them over time. it sounded like another fundraising appeal). I’ll bet you devoted a lot of time to this endeavor. to raise $1.00 ). Today I share my top secrets with you.

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

As crowdfunding continues to become an increasingly popular form of fundraising for a wide range of causes, the need for a profitable and easy-to-use platform grows as well. GoFundMe is one of the leading crowdfunding platforms in both the nonprofit and individual fundraising spaces. Let’s dive right in! Give better.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

What do smart fundraisers, particularly those heading up “one-person” development shops, need to know? Develop a balanced, thoughtful fundraising plan. One that includes realistic goals for grants and corporate support, individual support, program support, and events. Charitable giving in the U.S. declined by 2.1%

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

After a hot summer, I’m ready for that. Fundraising experts are mixed on whether this is a good idea. But go figure, longer fundraising letters (four pages as opposed to two) have been shown to perform better, especially for prospective donors. Your goal should be for your reader to understand you.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

If you are trying to fundraise without an annual fundraising plan, you are trying to bake a pie with a lot of ingredients but no recipe. Do you really want to make fundraising so hard? Do you really want to make fundraising so hard? Can you do it? But… that either requires a good memory or a lot of guesswork.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

When you think of fundraising ambassadors, you might think of celebrities who use their fame to mobilize support for their favorite nonprofits. But fundraising ambassadors do not have to be celebrities. You probably have potential fundraising ambassadors who are already engaged in your work. Sounds great, right?

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? You are not ready. Your goal here is to briefly explain the need, and your response to the need. It outlines your campaign's preliminary plans, including the proposed projects you are planning and the overarching financial goals that you are shooting for.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. BUT the flip side?

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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. Gifts from prospects on the top of your giving pyramid are necessary to meet your campaign goal. of dollars received in 2022 came from fewer than 2.2%

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

We all know that running a nonprofit requires fundraising , but how do you plan a fundraiser ? No matter how large or small, every fundraiser or fundraising activity requires structure and planning to be successful. You see, you can host any fundraiser and make money. Set a Goal. What is a SMART goal?

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

Having the right tools in your fundraising toolkit makes your life easier. And your fundraising more productive! It takes an entrepreneurial heart to start a nonprofit, fundraising and marketing skills to grow it, and leadership skills to manage it. People will check you out online before they make a gift, so be ready for them.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MAY 8, 2024

I clearly remember walking into the development office, dreading opening up the CRM to start my fundraising week. Here’s how I began to ensure a smoother transition from one busy week to the next, keeping my energy positive and my mind clear, ready to help donors change the world. Make a list.

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Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Your nonprofit’s donors lead busy lives—managing their careers, maintaining social relationships, and pursuing their personal goals. Giving Tuesday: FAQs Ready to become a Giving Tuesday expert? Set a goal and budget. Decide on a goal that’s specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and time-bound (SMART).

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar , it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan —and stick to it.

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re:Charity

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

So, you’ve identified a crucial need at your organization and are ready to launch a major fundraising campaign to meet your goal. The post 5 Tips to Ensure Internal Readiness Before a Major Campaign appeared first on re: charity. Perhaps your nonprofit needs to construct a new.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

Step-by-Step Guide to a Successful Cookie Dough Fundraiser Summary: Dive into the sweet world of cookie dough fundraising with this essential guide, perfect for students, teachers, and parents aiming to boost school funds deliciously. Why Choose Cookie Dough Fundraisers? Cookie dough fundraisers are effective.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

JUNE 4, 2024

How to Set Realistic Goals for Your School Fundraiser Blog Summary: This blog offers a comprehensive guide for school administrators, teachers, PTA members, and community stakeholders on how to set achievable SMART goals for school fundraisers. Volunteers: The backbone of any school fundraiser is its volunteers.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

Writing and mailing a fundraising letter to your donors is a popular fundraising strategy for nonprofit organizations. Take a look: So, what does it take to get your fundraising letter right so you can raise thousands through the mail, even if this is your first mailing or if your last letter was a total flop?

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

What you might not know is that the right fundraising plan template can make the job much easier. What this means is that over time, your fundraising approach should change to meet the needs of your growing organization. What Fundraising Plan Template is Right For YOU? And no two fundraising plans should be exactly alike either.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

Strategic: this risk could prevent an organization from accomplishing its objectives or meeting its goals. A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness. A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Check out the webinar I Signed Up for What?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 1, 2021

Facebook fundraising makes it easy for supporters to show their support of your mission with a quick donation. Facebook fundraising tools are designed to keep people on the site rather than send them to a crowdfunding platform or other website. Despite the downsides, Facebook can be a powerful fundraising tool.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Fundraising season is upon us and it’s time to set some big year-end fundraising goals and go after them! We call it Fundraising Season and the key to maximizing your revenue potential during this special time of year is to have and execute a plan. So, what does an integrated year-end fundraising campaign look like?

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The holidays are coming soon and that means you need to be ready to make the most of it, starting with getting your nonprofit website spiffed up, donor friendly, and ready to receive donations. Here’s a list of 6 things you can do to get your nonprofit website ready for the holidays. That’s a problem. First things first!

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When it comes to running a successful campaign, having the right fundraising tools can make all the difference. At CauseVox, we know how important it is to stand out in today’s crowded fundraising landscape. Plus, it adds an interactive, dynamic element to your campaign, making fundraising feel more impactful and engaging!

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

It may feel intimidating at first, but here’s the exciting part: today, more than ever, nonprofits have the tools and resources to make a smooth shift to the grants-plus-fundraising model. If you’re ready to move beyond grants, let’s get started! Also important: develop a clear fundraising plan.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 3, 2025

A nonprofit fundraising plan is a road map designed to help you raise the money you need to achieve your goals. It doesnt matter if you are running a multi-million dollar nonprofit organization or are a small start-up: the key to financial success is a well-thought-out fundraising plan. What is a Nonprofit Fundraising Plan?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

There is still time to get your organization ready with a few easy steps. . Create a year-end fundraising goal and plan that centers all stakeholders including volunteers (especially board members),?donors Check out this video for three easy steps to get your profile ready for giving season. of potential donors.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 2, 2024

To see how this method works in practice, let’s say your nonprofit is planning its annual bikeathon fundraiser. The event is scheduled for this coming March, so you open registration in December to give participants plenty of time to sign up and collect pledges through their peer-to-peer fundraising pages.

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Grant Professionals Association

MARCH 15, 2024

So, are you ready to up your fundraising and development goals for 2024 by securing grant funding? Organizational development plays a crucial role in the process of becoming grant-ready by providing the foundation and framework necessary to effectively pursue and manage grant funding.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 9, 2022

Drafting a fundraising plan can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time and you have no fundraising plan structure. You see, a good fundraising plan isn’t something you knock out in an afternoon. Your answers will give your fundraising plan structure and allow you to move forward with this important task.

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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. can pay off.

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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. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive guide that’ll help you crush your next event, making it both fun and effective. did you raise your hand?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 25, 2022

If you’re trying to raise money but all you’re hearing is crickets, you may need to work on your message for fundraising. It can be hard, especially if you’re new to fundraising or don’t like to write. Why Your Message for Fundraising Is Important. Years ago, when I first started fundraising, messaging was simpler.

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