Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With the right policies and strategies in place, your nonprofit organization can draw from your operating reserves during and after an emergency without putting future operations at risk. Understanding Your Spending Policy During a crisis, it can be tempting to deplete your entire reserve to address immediate needs.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How To Handle Leftover Products After a Fundraiser Blog Summary: In this guide, we’ll share practical tips on handling leftover fundraising products so you can maximize your profits and minimize waste. Many schools and organizations face the challenge of handling leftover products after a fundraiser.

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Candid

DECEMBER 18, 2024

These organizations overwhelmingly have small budgets and limited staffing and fundraising capacity. What would it mean if we both greatly increased Latinx giving to these nonprofits from Latinx individuals and helped these organizations to improve their fundraising? of our members report improvements in their fundraising initiatives.

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Future Fundraising Now

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Within that okay for now group are many that may still be targeted for cuts: A memo from the Office of Management and Budget said: The use of Federal resources to advance Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies is a waste of taxpayer dollars… Nonprofits in the rest of the world cant breathe easy.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 11, 2024

However, one of its most important functions is as a tool for fundraising. Below we will explore actionable tips and strategies to help you design or revamp your website to turn it into an effective fundraising powerhouse. Many databases also include details on company policies, eligibility requirements, and submission deadlines.

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. What can fundraisers do? Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. by Chris Maddocks, Blue State.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

While you may be aware on a general level that your CRM platform is becoming a headwind to your organization achieving its fundraising goals, the prospect of migrating vast amounts of data, retraining staff, and committing the money and resources required for a successful upgrade can make it tempting to say, Lets make do for another year.

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GrantNews

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Address Policy Issues for Older Adults Grants to nonprofits for projects that benefit older adults ages 65 and above. Funding is for advocacy projects that address policy issues nationwide Environmental and Social Initiatives Grants to nonprofits for environmental and social initiatives.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

MARCH 7, 2024

You need more than luck to keep your donors Building relationships with your donors is one of the most important components of fundraising. One-and-done fundraising is just March Madness In NCCA men’s college basketball, players are eligible for the NBA draft after playing one season. This is known as one-and-done.

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Center for Major Gifts

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Want to become a better fundraiser? The bottom line is this: If you want to be successful at fundraising, at life, at just about anything, you need good negotiation skills. The problem is, a lot of nonprofit folks just don’t like to hear the word “negotiation” in the context of fundraising. Want to get paid what you’re worth?

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Grant Writer Team

JANUARY 30, 2025

Meet your fundraising goals for 2025! Research shows that in 2025, aligning fundraising efforts with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is increasing in popularity. When volunteers are involved, they feel connected to the cause and are more likely to donate or fundraise for the cause.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

While nonprofit fundraising takes many forms like hosting events, corporate sponsorships, membership programs, and even knocking door to door, grants are the tried-and-true funding staples. Donor-Centric Tips for Nonprofits Thank Donors Enforce a strict, yet sustainable policy strategically interacting with your donors. Brag on them.

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Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Using Giving USA 2024 and IRS Statistics on Individual Tax Returns , I discovered a massive decline in individual donations that could have long-term consequences for fundraising. Why Was 2021 a High Year for Fundraising? The Baby Boomer Factor: A Looming Fundraising Crisis? Double down on digital fundraising.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 18, 2021

Let your subscribers know your privacy policy. Your Secret Weapon: An Email Welcome Series guide from our Mastering Online Fundraising | Basics & More Class. . Include links to your organization’s social media sites. You might include information about volunteering or other ways they can help. Consider including a short survey.

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Candid recently debuted two webinars on nonprofit boards: How to Build Your Board and Your Board and Fundraising (to be offered in 2025.) A diversity of skill sets is another consideration—some members may be good at fundraising or marketing, while others may be well-connected or able to provide specialized services.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MAY 30, 2023

I hear fundraisers complain about gifts received through Donor Advised Funds, known as DAFs. "I In my very first fundraising position, I received gifts from donors through the Seattle Foundation and Jewish Federation, to name just two that had donor advised funds within the organizations. I never know who is actually giving." "I

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amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

And after a deliciously long weekend, fundraisers everywhere will turn their attention to GivingTuesday. And this presents a unique opportunity to use the biggest day in fundraising to kick off your year-end fundraising push. The biggest mistake any fundraising organization can make is failing to build a communications schedule.

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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. You have zero control over Facebook and its ever-changing policies. Also frustrating.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Have you noticed your board members avoiding eye contact when the subject of fundraising comes up? In fact, fewer than 40% of nonprofit CEOs say their boards actively fundraise. I have an unusual viewpoint on the subject of board fundraising.

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CauseVox

APRIL 20, 2021

With vaccine rollouts underway, nonprofits are still wondering: how do I fundraise during COVID? Will there be a return to in-person events and normal fundraising for 2021? But we can plan carefully to ensure that fundraising is successful regardless using the latest insights and strategies. .

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Pamela Grow

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

That commitment to the customer is mirrored in their customer service policies. We’re always looking for that magic bullet in fundraising. The next it’s digital fundraising. And now AI will magically “transform” your fundraising. Related Posts: A Facebook Parable What Early Job Prepared You for a Fundraising Career?

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Center for Major Gifts

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

That’s why your nonprofit needs a solid donor recognition policy. We’ll walk you through the basics of creating a donor recognition policy in this short guide. Major gift donors: The unicorn of the fundraising world! The post How to Create a Donor Recognition Policy appeared first on Center for Major Gifts.

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Gail Perry Group

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Board members know that their cash contributions lend vital credibility to your fundraising efforts. Create an environment of abundance, rather than scarcity, in your handling of board work in the fundraising and financial area. They know they are supposed to give. Do tie the board’s gifts directly to your program results.

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DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Effective Policies : It allows you to develop effective policies and procedures for animal care and handling, ensuring consistency and quality. Detail fundraising strategies and potential revenue sources. Our 100+ fundraising ideas might inspire you. Check out our guide on organizing a dog walk fundraiser for details.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 15, 2024

.” This analysis not only highlights the current state of generosity but also offers a set of actionable recommendations aimed at empowering nonprofits, foundations, companies and policy makers to help promote and protect generosity. continues to grow increasingly racially diverse.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As bridge builders whose success depends on forging authentic relationships with donors, fundraisers can sometimes find the line between the professional and the personal becoming blurred. Both donors and fundraisers may experience feelings of loss, uncertainty, and even resistance. Maybe the donor is just curious.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 10, 2021

When done well, your print newsletter can be an additional source of revenue that can generate as much — if not more — than a fundraising appeal. And I’ve received nothing from hundreds of the organizations I’ve signed up with… until end-of-year fundraising rolls around. When that happens, your ask looks like spam in my inbox.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

JULY 16, 2024

Continuing to stay in touch with your donors will help you when you launch your fall fundraising campaign. Will certain policies or budget cuts affect your organization? When all levels of government make funding cuts or policy changes, the need in the community grows, which puts more burden on nonprofit organizations.

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Veritus Group

MARCH 13, 2024

Before applying AI to fundraising strategies, non-profits need to carefully consider their policies to protect sensitive data. The post What your AI Assistant Hears: How Confidential Is Your Conversation? appeared first on Veritus Group.

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CauseVox

JUNE 1, 2021

Fundraising during Covid has been disruptive for everyone – every single sector has been impacted but particularly those that work in event fundraising. Due to social isolation policies, many nonprofits have had to cancel or reimagine their future fundraising events (depending on their location). Crowdfunding.

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Qgiv

MARCH 27, 2023

ChatGPT and fundraising may not be two things you’d think would go together, but the combination works better than you’d expect. What is ChatGPT ChatGPT for Fundraising Appeals ChatGPT for Thank Yous ChatGPT for Resource Materials ChatGPT for Fundraising Ideas What is ChatGPT? How can I use ChatGPT? The goal is to raise $15,000.

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Candid

JUNE 1, 2022

One of the most recent trends we’re seeing in the fundraising world is digital-first fundraising. According to Double the Donation’s roundup of fundraising statistics , online giving has grown by 12.1% Examine each processor’s policies. Data portability policies. Hold period policies . over the past year.

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Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Mitigating future risks: Why your organization should have an AI policy. Having an organization-wide AI policy can help maximize the benefits of using these tools while minimizing the risks. Where can fundraisers and grant writers read more about using AI technology? The top 3 benefits of AI for fundraisers.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Whether you’re a grant writer, fundraiser, development director, or consultant who works with them, you can play an essential role in helping prepare a nonprofit to accept unexpected, larger donations and build sustainability for the communities served. Here are three essential practices you can bring to the table for this significant trend.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

Key revenue volatility factors to consider: Stability of donated revenue from primary sources Predictability of pledge collections Reliability of grants and contracts for services Level of dependence on one or two major donors Level of dependence on a single fundraising event Funder policies on support of overhead, indirect expenses (operating vs. (..)

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Critical Fundraising

DECEMBER 4, 2023

As the author of this paper – British fundraising consultant Dr Ashley Scott – says: “If you are thinking ‘I really don’t see how grappling with abstract notions of postmodernity is going to enhance my ability as a professional fundraiser’, you’d probably be right.” So what’s the point of it?

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CauseVox

MAY 18, 2021

COVID-19 has changed the face of nonprofit fundraising forever. 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. Advantages of virtual fundraising: Lower costs, which leads to higher return on investment.

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