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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Cain Nonprofit Solutions

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

But regardless of what type of proposals you may be working on at this moment in time, there is one thing I can say with certainty: You will run into proposals that ask you to write out the goals, objectives, and outcomes for your program or project. Do you know the difference between a goal, an objective, and an outcome?

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Clairification

JUNE 5, 2023

For what it takes to succeed with development in a nonprofit organization. For what it means to be a part of a team — all working together towards the same goal — and why it’s impossible to succeed without a supportive infrastructure and culture. The post Why are Good Nonprofit Fundraisers Hard to Keep?

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? At the beginning stage of campaign planning, many nonprofits (and particularly their board members) immediately think about creating an impressive, polished, comprehensive Case for Support document. You are not ready. Don’t navigate the complexities alone. But not yet!

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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? Cutting expenses? Making bigger asks of more of your donors?

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Pamela Grow

MAY 2, 2024

Of the data your nonprofit collects , financial information is one of the most useful types—and one of the most complex to track. However, the wide range of revenue sources and expenses your nonprofit may have can quickly complicate your data collection and analysis. Essentially, it tracks cash flow in and out of your nonprofit.

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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. Alas, the lion’s share of nonprofits spend a lot more time asking than thanking and reporting back on impact. This could come from almost any nonprofit.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

AUGUST 6, 2024

You don’t wait too long, especially if you’re behind in your revenue goals. You may have already set a goal for your year-end campaign in your 2024 fundraising plan (at least I hope you did) and maybe that has changed. I’ve put together a checklist to help you get started. How much money do you need to raise?

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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.

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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.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In the last five years, nonprofits have witnessed a significant upswing in the availability of federal funding. Initiatives like the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and other pass-through funding to states and local governments have spurred a surge in nonprofits seeking federal funding.

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GrantNews

AUGUST 16, 2024

At GrantWatch , we’re committed to helping your nonprofit thrive, which includes providing the resources you need to secure grants. That’s why we’re sharing six valuable tips to help your nonprofit get ready for a successful grant interview! Our goal is to support you every step of the way!

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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. For a nonprofit organization, these non-revenue resources can be incredibly valuable over the lifetime of a Gen Z supporter. can pay off.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 12, 2022

With over 30% of your total donations coming in between now and December 31 and 10% coming in during the last 3 days of the year, a year-end giving campaign is crucial to reaching your revenue goals. Download this FREE Ultimate Year-End Giving Checklist and start planning your campaign!

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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. That’s why Giving Tuesday is such an important time for any nonprofit, no matter your size or cause. Giving Tuesday: FAQs Ready to become a Giving Tuesday expert? Last year, in the U.S.

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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! And remember, donors aren’t really interested in your nonprofit’s financial goals. So, focus your thank you’s on the impact they had in your story, not how they helped you reach a fundraising goal.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Here are three kinds of fundraising events that work for most nonprofits and how to choose the right one for you. Pay attention to the donor/attendee experience, then weigh out the potential cost and get ready to PLAN, PLAN, PLAN!

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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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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

We all know that running a nonprofit requires fundraising , but how do you plan a fundraiser ? Whether you’re a seasoned fundraiser or just getting started, you can raise more money if you take the time to get your plans in place first before you start working on a fundraiser for your nonprofit. Set a Goal. What is a SMART goal?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 1, 2023

Starting and growing your organization is a lot easier when you have a nonprofit business plan. Maybe they don’t know what a nonprofit business plan can do to help them. There’s also a common misconception out there that because your organization is labeled a “nonprofit” it doesn’t need to operate like a business.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Our goal is to equip you with practical fundraising tools and ideas you can implement right away. Get ready to dive into the wealth of knowledge from these 2024 fundraising articles. 5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!: Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Nonprofits?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. What if that major grant your nonprofit counts on suddenly disappears: How would you continue your mission?

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Just Write Grants

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Ready to turn your nonprofit's social media feed into a buzzing hive of activity? Whether you're a social media newbie or a savvy poster, get ready for some fresh, fun ideas that will make your nonprofit's message stick in the hearts and minds of your audience. SMART Goals for the Year : Focus on long-term achievements.

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Gail Perry Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Ready to launch a capital campaign? That's why we've gathered YOUR most pressing questions about campaign readiness. Get Prepared: Access our Campaign Readiness Checklist Is a formal feasibility study conducted by an agency really necessary? What’s a reasonable capital campaign goal in this economic climate?

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

If you’re starting a new nonprofit, you already know that you need to raise money. The bottom line: you need a fundraising plan built on the right fundraising plan template — one that outlines goals, actions, and the specific results you want. No two nonprofits are exactly alike. Many founders do.)

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

We have been in the grant writing business for a long time, and one important shift we have seen over the last several years has been that funders are requiring more data from more nonprofits. Millionaire Grant Lady and Associates has helped nonprofits earn more than $100 million in funding.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

If you want people from your social media to support your nonprofit’s activities, you need a nonprofit social media plan. You already know this: In the nonprofit realm, social media is life. The most successful social media presences (nonprofit and otherwise) are in fact the result of a strong nonprofit social media plan!

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Gail Perry Group

JUNE 6, 2024

First, understand why a porch party is crucial to hitting your fundraising goals! Watch this 3-minute video for a personal example of how the Cape Fear Botanical Garden used a garden party to secure its fundraising goal before even launching its capital campaign. This is why feasibility studies are so important before you launch.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

Growing a nonprofit takes more than just passion: you also need creativity, persistence, and a handful of nonprofit leadership skills to guide your organization through the growth years and fulfill your mission. They can help the organization set and achieve goals. In a small nonprofit, the leader wears many hats.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

With advances in technology such as artificial intelligence, automation, and cloud services flooding the marketplace, nonprofits feel the pressure to adapt, adopt, and innovate. According to nonprofit technology experts, successful leaders often share one proven approach to innovation: They think big but start small.

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 8, 2024

Capital campaigns are the lifeblood of many nonprofits. So, how do you know if your board is truly ready to lead the charge? This handy tool allows you to assess your board's readiness across seven critical areas, ensuring you're primed for a winning capital campaign. Your board members are your nonprofit's biggest fans!

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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! Yep, there’s a marathon of opportunity coming up and you don’t want to miss the chance to raise big bucks for your nonprofit. 48 billion is donated to nonprofits each year in November and December. Get your website ready.

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Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 25, 2024

if youre behind on your goals, you can still do plenty between now and December 31. Heres a tip: give two (or more) of your friends $10 and ask them to donate to your nonprofit online, via your website. Tailor our Donor Thank You Call Script to your nonprofits need and your style. Hey, it happens. Its been a year.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

Your success is found in the strength of your nonprofit storytelling. In the nonprofit sector, stories are one of the strongest ways to make emotional connections between donors and charities. Nonprofit storytelling lets donors and volunteers know that they are making an impact and making life better for real people.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 8, 2023

When you’re just starting out, your goal is to make a difference in the world. But to do that, you need to figure out how to grow your nonprofit. You’ve got so much to do as you launch your nonprofit. And about a hundred other things necessary to get your fledgling nonprofit up and running. Systems to put in place.

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Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Like a good recipe, your nonprofit budget requires high-quality ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and a knowledgeable cook or two to put it together. A clear understanding of your core mission and short-term and long-term goals aligns the budget and financial decisions with the overall direction of the organization.

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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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