Clairification

AUGUST 8, 2024

As you’re planning ahead, and readying your year-end fundraising initiatives, take a little time to think about your communication delivery mediums. I publish the Clairity Click-it to offer all kinds of resources for all kinds of nonprofit consumers. Not to mention your message content.

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Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

Over the past few years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have taken center stage in nonprofit work, influencing how organizations operate, advocate, and secure funding. However, recent political and cultural shifts have brought new challenges and opportunities to the DEI landscape, creating uncertainty for nonprofits.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How a Grant Consultant Can Amplify the Impact of Your Fundraising Team Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. Each of these individuals serves a unique role on the fundraising and development team. She has worked in nonprofit offices as part of large teams, and she has worked as a team of one.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Effective financial management is critical for your nonprofit to grow and thrive long-term. By Jon Osterburg If you work for a new nonprofit, your team’s primary goal is probably to get your operations off the ground and start furthering your mission. Explore four considerations for achieving financial sustainability. Methodology.

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Gail Perry Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

The landscape of philanthropy is shifting, bringing both challenges and opportunities for nonprofits in 2025. With economic changes, technological advancements, and evolving donor priorities, fundraisers need to adapt their strategies to thrive in this dynamic environment. Ready to Take Action?

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Accountability is at the heart of nonprofit accounting. Financial reporting is critical for accountability, and financial statements are among the most important reports your nonprofit will create each year. Statement of Activities The statement of activities is the nonprofit equivalent of a for-profit income statement.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Year-end fundraising season is starting to get underway. However, if you just send one fundraising letter and wait for the donations to come in, prepare to be disappointed. Your fundraising campaign will be more successful if you use a combination of mail, email, social media, and phone calls. Which channels do your donors use?

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 22, 2025

Is your fundraising organization prepared? According to Double the Donation, eight out of 10 US donors regularly attend fundraising eventsfrom charity auctions and galas to run/walk/ride initiatives and more. In this guide, well share five best practices for nonprofits looking to raise more during the fundraising event season.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Let’s take a look at three areas where nonprofits can drive increased fundraising efficiency: staff retention, donor qualification, and campaign planning. By Chelsey Newmyer What first comes to mind when you think about increasing your nonprofit’s fundraising efficiency? Churn can harm your nonprofit’s relationships.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

What do smart fundraisers, particularly those heading up “one-person” development shops, need to know? Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries. Develop a balanced, thoughtful fundraising plan. Charitable giving in the U.S.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Year-end fundraising coincides with the gratitude season, which includes Thanksgiving in the U.S. This is appropriate since thanking your donors is part of the fundraising equation, even though many nonprofits don’t always realize this. Here are a few ways to incorporate gratitude into your year-end fundraising campaign.

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amplifi

DECEMBER 5, 2024

And that’s why building better thank you’s is such an important part of fundraising. 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! As you know, an engaging story is an important part of any fundraising campaign. Finish telling the story.

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Gail Perry Group

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Other Nonprofit Sectors : Experienced noticeable decreases in giving. TCJA, Trends, and What It All Means for Fundraisers Major and ultra-high-net-worth donors are taking center stage, wielding increasing influence over sector priorities. Plan Ahead Internally and Educate Yourself Get ready for 2025. Keep showing that impact.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., Once they’re in the door, encourage them to become donors when they’re ready—to foster deeper and more organic relationships.

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Clairification

MAY 9, 2024

Hopefully you read the previous article, determined an event was your best strategic option to reach your primary end goal, and now you’re ready to get to work! This means your invitation to the event should incorporate the following: The post Top Proven Nonprofit Fundraising Event Planning Tips appeared first on Clairification.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 24, 2025

We recalled how well they made the Ask: how the fundraiser and the head of special collections were pitch-perfect. It was one of those moments fundraisers hope for: a meaningful, values-driven Ask that connected on many levels. Because here’s the truth: The impact of the mission of your nonprofit hasn’t stopped.

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Clairification

JUNE 5, 2023

I can’t get no… Oh, I can’t get no… satisfaction… Fundraisers report money is the number one reason they leave their jobs [See Part I of this two-part series here ]. The real reason fundraisers leave their jobs, and the sector, is very similar to why donors leave you. I gave you a hint in the title.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Launching a new nonprofit is an exhilarating feeling. And that means you have to figure out how to fundraise for your new venture. Should you start a GoFundMe or turn to a Facebook fundraiser? Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. But big goals cost big money.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

But if youre a fundraiser for a nonprofit organization or school in the midst of an unfolding disaster, you can do more than raise money. It is one of the most meaningful contributions a fundraiser can make in the days or weeks before your community begins the process of rebuilding. Heres how fundraisers can help.

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Clairification

JANUARY 30, 2025

SELF-EXERCISE: Okay, are you ready to close your eyes? The post 10 Common Nonprofit Major Gift Asking Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on Clairification. Who are they, and how does it feel having them there to support you? Bolstered by the smiles and good company, what do you say to open the conversation?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If, like my client, youre asking if its time to change your fundraising CRM , the starting point is understanding your current situation (your team, your data, and your needs) as well as your goals for the future. Would you like a peer-to-peer fundraising option that lives in your CRM rather than one that you must integrate?

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Clairification

AUGUST 24, 2023

As you’re planning ahead, and readying your year-end fundraising initiatives, take a little time to think about your communication delivery mediums. I publish the Clairity Click-it to offer all kinds of resources for all kinds of nonprofit consumers. Not to mention your message content.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 6, 2024

If you’re doing a year-end fundraising campaign, the time to start planning it is now, hopefully in an air-conditioned space. You can also use this for fundraising campaigns at other times of the year. Be sure your donation page is user-friendly and consistent with your other fundraising materials. Do you have a campaign plan?

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Is your nonprofit or school getting the most from its fundraising CRM? How Nonprofits and Schools Can Use CRM Integration When your CRM is integrated with the other tools your organization uses, information flows automatically between them and can facilitate more automation and more concise, rapid reporting.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

At Candid, we get a lot of questions about nonprofit boardsfrom how to recruit members, to what their obligations are, to how executives can best work with them to advance their organizations missions and growth. Heres a curated collection of articles and resources covering a wide range of topics on nonprofit boards.

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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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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In today’s digital world, running a successful fundraiser goes beyond traditional methods; it requires innovative approaches that meet donors where they are—online. From boosting your team’s efficiency to expanding your reach, here are three key benefits of using an online platform like CauseVox to enhance your next fundraising campaign.

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Candid

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The Latinx community is often missing from philanthropic discussionsboth about donors and about nonprofit organizations. population, but from every measurement in philanthropy including grants to Latinx-focused nonprofit organizations to representation among board members and staff, you wouldnt know there were 62 million of us.

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Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point. Are your staff and board ready to speak with a foundation representative about the organization’s priorities? charitable giving.

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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. Whether you run a small community organization or a large nonprofit, hosting a successful golf tournament fundraiser is entirely within your reach.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 22, 2025

Fundraising has been showing troubling trends for a while now. Nonprofit organizations will need to be a whole lot more serious about fundraising particularly donor retention in 2025. Nonprofit organizations will need to be a whole lot more serious about fundraising particularly donor retention in 2025.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 29, 2025

If you want to find better grant opportunities for your nonprofit, there are some important things to know first. If you want to find better grant opportunities, including grant opportunities that dont have a website, you need to use a database that exists to help nonprofits. The Almighty Algorithm What is a grant database?

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Gail Perry Group

APRIL 30, 2024

Donor Readiness is a Factor Many People Overlook. This is the moment when many nonprofit leaders step back and start worrying: “Do we have enough donor prospects for each gift needed?” We Overlook Donor Readiness at our Own Peril. What happens if you rush into the campaign without evaluating your donors’ readiness?

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Clairification

MAY 1, 2023

It’s always a great time to review what you can do to get yourself and your solicitors (staff and volunteers) ready to make win/win matches between your organization and your prospective major donor/investors. Ready for some A, B, C’s?

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Gail Perry Group

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

As we know, capital campaigns are HUGE opportunities for nonprofits. 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. Are Your Volunteer Leaders Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign? Planning a Campaign?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

GivingTuesday fundraising allows many charities and nonprofits to raise more on this day than any other and reminds us of the positive community, societal, and personal impact of supporting causes aligned with our values. Ensure your Candid nonprofit profile is up to date so donors can find you easily.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

The connection may be a values alignment with the mission, it may mean that they’ve experienced something positive (been a patient, attended a performance, helped build a school), or may have had a meaningful interaction with someone from your nonprofit. And ready to make a connection. I n short, a human-to-human connection.

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