Blackbaud

MARCH 12, 2025

When you think about creating a strategy for your nonprofit or school, do you imagine high-stress meetings with a whiteboard and sticky notes, with your team hashing out a large-scale plan to set your whole organization on a path forward? Strategy planning doesnt have to be so dramatic. In fact, you already strategize every day!

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The Fundraiser Coach

JUNE 14, 2024

What happens when Mission Impact + Nonprofit Leadership + the Fundraising Team are not aligned Recently, while working with a client, she shared exciting news over Zoom. However, to the fundraiser’s surprise, a notice that the gift was already receive – and earmarked for a different department. I was overjoyed for them!

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DoJiggy

APRIL 22, 2025

However, maintaining and expanding these initiatives often requires creative fundraising strategies. Whether youre representing a bustling metropolitan chamber or a small-town business coalition, having a list of effective fundraising ideas for Chambers of Commerce can make all the difference. Start Fundraising 2.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 20, 2022

At a recent strategic planning session, I was working with a nonprofit to create organizational values. As my team introduced the activity, a board member spoke up and said, “We’d like to focus on strategies and goals. Why should we take the time to focus on organizational values?”.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

According to Salesforces Nonprofit Trend Report , digitally mature nonprofits are 4x more likely than their peers to achieve their mission goals. The need for strategic and adequate technology investments is especially urgent for small grassroots organizations working to scale positive incomes in under-resourced communities.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

If you haven’t started planning for year end yet, it’s not too late. Here is some advice from nonprofits surpassing their year-end goals.

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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? Actually, having a plan gives you an out. Can you do it?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 13, 2022

While goals are vital to success, SMART fundraising goals help make sure you’re setting goals that you just can’t miss. Can’t miss” goals! In some form or fashion, we’ve all heard how essential goals are. Set a goal! Set a goal! Set a goal! Goals, goals, goals….

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GrantNews

APRIL 16, 2025

For example, virtual fundraisers, social media contests, and even word of mouth are helpful. In truth, philanthropy helps many causes reach their funding goals. Because of this, a non-profit’s plan to nurture its connection with its donors is vital. And there are many ways to reach supporters.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 15, 2024

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data. The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks. Your team can decide which data points and KPIs matter most to your strategy and your mission.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 27, 2024

The best fundraising strategies are constantly changing, adapting to meet new patterns in giving preferences and engagement opportunities. A stagnant fundraising strategy can cause roadblocks, such as falling behind on fundraising goals, missing key support, and even causing donor attrition. Let’s dive in!

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

In her new role, Fouks will lead strategic planning initiatives for key clients, focusing primarily on goals and objectives. Fouks takes on this leadership role at CDR with over 20 years of experience in client services and consulting with nonprofits.

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CauseVox

MAY 25, 2021

Peer-to-peer fundraising activates your supporters to fundraise for you. But you can take your peer-to-peer event to new heights by creating an engaging plan to empower your participants to raise even more for your cause. This plan begins with a strong fundraising toolkit. Don’t miss out!

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Understanding the distinctions between capital, program, and operating grants is crucial for effectively managing your organization’s finances and meeting its goals. Characteristics Goal-Oriented : Program grants are focused on achieving specific outcomes related to the funded program. Capital Grants 1.1

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Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Agree on Program Goals Second, determine your program goals. You need to prioritize program delivery goals. In this step, you should set organizational financial goals and clarify annual goals from the strategic plan. Assign activities for the goals that you set up earlier.

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Center for Major Gifts

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

You get what you put into fundraising, so paying it the attention it deserves can help your nonprofit reap the financial benefits for years to come. Establish your goals and make a plan to cultivate major donors The very first step is sitting down with the board of directors and establishing goals for the organization.

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CauseVox

APRIL 29, 2021

Need to create your 2021 fundraising plan? Register for the course, “How To Create A Fundraising Plan For 2021” for only $115. “If And as far as fundraising planning goes, your fundraising plans were thrown off. Creating a Fundraising Plan.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Thinking strategically means that you don’t just “fall into” doing things at your non-profit. Instead, you should be moving with purpose at your organization – making plans, setting goals, and then working to achieve those goals. Think: How do We Ultimately Achieve our Goal? Plan for Growth.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

She has tremendous knowledge on managing the day-to-day challenges of fundraising and enjoys facilitating the decision-making process with clients. We’ve outgrown our space, we need a bigger endowment fund, we need to serve more people – it’s time for a capital fundraising campaign. A Cohesive Fundraising Leadership Team.

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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.

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The Fundraising Coach

JUNE 15, 2021

He's been on all sides of a nonprofit - running the fundraising, analyzing nonprofit databases, and consulting to nonprofits. Here, he shares the basics of creating an effective nonprofit fundraising plan. You can see his tweets about nonprofit fundraising, and about Labrador retrievers, by following him on Twitter @TClayBuck.

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Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Unlike traditional foundation grants, corporate grants are often tied to a companys philanthropic goals, community engagement efforts, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies. Align Your Mission with the Companys Goals Companies are more likely to fund nonprofits whose missions align with their values and strategic objectives.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals. When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. And fundraising. As the costs add up, you might be asking: How much of a nonprofit’s annual budget should be spent on administrative tasks and fundraising? The training.

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Candid

AUGUST 2, 2022

Despite not being able to physically bring people together, nonprofits were successful in boosting engagement through social media campaigns, livestreams, online fundraisers, and more. . Lesson #1: Be resilient and plan ahead. Lesson #2: Adapt your fundraising strategies. Lesson #1: Plan ahead to be resilient .

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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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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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Candid

OCTOBER 29, 2024

” Shifting professional and personal priorities The pandemic also prompted many nonprofit workers to reassess their professional goals and personal priorities. “I tried many different types of nonprofit work: direct service, fundraising, and even CRM sales for a large corporation.

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Candid

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Once you’ve established a new nonprofit , one of your first considerations will likely be fundraising. You should also have a plan for how to effectively manage your funding, which is where your financial strategy comes into play. Fundraising costs. Corporate philanthropy initiatives such as matching gifts and sponsorships.

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DoJiggy

MARCH 25, 2025

Read on to learn more about the benefits of sponsorship and how your business can benefit from sponsoring a charity fundraiser. How to Choose the Right Sponsorship Opportunity Sponsors should consider their marketing goals and objectives when selecting a sponsorship opportunity. appeared first on DoJiggy.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Those are the two main questions that an annual fundraising plan must answer to help you become more successful. This blog post explores how to create an annual fundraising plan and even provides a helpful annual fundraising plan template to help putting together your fundraising plan easier.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

A troubling trend I see is the tendency to deprioritize the CRM for seemingly more pressing fundraising activities. Investing in your CRM allows you to make strategic decisions and truly understand your donors, laying the groundwork for sustainable growth. It ensures that everyone is on the same page, working towards the same goals.

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

A paddle raise, also known as a fund-a-need or direct ask , is a powerful tool to drive significant revenue at fundraising auctions or events. A paddle raise is a fundraising activity typically conducted during a live auction. Paddle raises are often the emotional centerpiece of fundraising auctions or events.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MAY 29, 2024

Here were my suggestions to make it more strategic. Align impact with donor values or corporate social responsibility ideals Since the food bank doesn't fit neatly into the usual funding goals of this company, I agreed this was an important opportunity (but the "one bite at the apple" moved the team into a scarcity mindset).

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Many grantmakers request a proposed budget along with grant applications to show youre thinking about these goals from the start. After determining which grants to pursue , integrate grant planning into your overall budgeting process to ensure alignment between the grants specific requirements and your nonprofits broader financial goals.

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Blackbaud

JULY 24, 2024

They’ll also perform budget vs. actual comparisons throughout the year to help keep your organization’s spending and fundraising on track. What management systems or tools should this nonprofit have in place to allow it to reach its financial goals? Preparing for audits. Tracking financial metrics. Implementing fiscal policies.

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Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. Enabling Strategic Planning and Innovation The availability of grants encourages strategic planning and innovation. It is important to carefully review eligibility criteria and deadlines before proceeding.

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