CauseVox

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Picture this: as donations roll in, a progress bar fills up automatically, showing exactly how close you are to hitting your matching goal. It’s an incredible way to rally support and reach your fundraising goals faster! Get Started Today Ready to take your fundraising to the next level?

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

When an opportunity comes open that fits the mission of an organization who is ready to do the work described by the RFP, this can be an amazing opportunity for a nonprofit to apply, receive funding, and launch or expand their programming. Private foundation grants are typically targeted at broader goals like education, animals, or veterans.

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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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GrantNews

MAY 7, 2024

Question: Is your nonprofit ready for a rebrand? While we tend to think of marketing strategies as only applying to for-profit companies, they also help nonprofits reach their goals as well. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready for a Rebrand? Occasional rebranding is important to consider in today’s fast-changing world.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This journey includes individuals who are almost ready to contribute and those who are still considering and may need more information before givingboth are considered leads. Marketing-qualified leads are individuals who have engaged with your nonprofits marketing materials in some way but arent yet ready to donate.

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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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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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. In this guide, we’ll review four considerations to keep in mind as you assess your nonprofit’s financial sustainability—and, therefore, how ready it is for expansion.

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 3, 2024

What else can your nonprofit do to have a strategic end-of-the-year to reach your goals? As you finalize your plans, here are a few questions you and your team should ask yo urselves: How are the organization’s actuals trending toward 2024 goals? What are my nonprofit’s needs between now and the end of the year?

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Spur Local’s Donation Counter Spur Local used a donation counter to add a sense of urgency and community as everyone rallied together to hit the goal. As you can see in the Feed Montana example above, they exceeded their goal of $85,000, filling up the green progress meter to 100%!

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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? A well-oiled development machine is absolutely crucial for reaching your fundraising goals. Are they all in? Would you like more?

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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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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Life skills training covers decision-making, conflict resolution, financial literacy, and goal-setting. Job Readiness Programs for Older Teens Objective : Equip older teens with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. Bereavement Services for Youth : Grants for children’s bereavement services.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

If you’re ready to move beyond grants, let’s get started! Even if it feels overwhelming at first, break it down into essential steps: Setting goals Identifying potential donors Defining your message Starting with a well-conceived plan helps you clarify goals, outline specific actions, and define your budget to achieve your goals.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The goal for the calls was to set up meetings for our Vice President of Development. I was ready for my next task! Early in my fundraising career, I was tasked with calling through a list of major donor prospects. These were cold prospects people who had given to other organizations in our mission field but never to our organization.

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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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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

In unsettled times, it’s tempting to focus on metrics: number of meetings, dollars raised, goals hit. And ready to make a connection. This change was the difference between a simple thank you and offering an opportunity to talk about their connection – about creating a relationship. What Gets in the Way of Connection?

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Grant Writer Team

APRIL 17, 2025

Outline Your Project and Its Purpose Begin by clearly outlining the project and its main goals. These elements show your dedication and alignment with funders’ goals. Doing the groundwork improves your chances of receiving fundingand keeps you ready for your next grant opportunity.

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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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The Fundraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Dollars vs. Impact: Shift the Conversation to Outcomes The Fundraiser Mindset: "We need to close this $50,000 gift to hit our Q1 goal." Ready to deepen your donor relationships? The Donor Mindset: "How can I help ensure this program continues to serve people in need?"

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Since you probably raise a good percentage of your fundraising goal during the month of December, you have to make the time count! Instead, give yourself a solid 4-6 week time frame (pre-December) to hammer down your year-end fundraising details so you’re ready to go on kickoff day.

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Clairification

MAY 9, 2024

. — Alice in Wonderland When it comes to special events, your goal is important. 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! 4 Top Planning Tips to Invite and Ignite 1.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 26, 2023

With a stable, engaged team ready to drive your mission forward, you’ll then be able to implement new changes that help them work more efficiently. Following capital campaign best practices can be incredibly efficient, despite these fundraising goals being among the highest your organization ever pursues.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Unlike a new grant writer that takes time to hire and train, Alex and her team are ready to step in to support your fundraising team today. Time savings a support person should be able to utilize available materials to get up to speed quickly on the organizations work and goals. We are ready to start work for you when you are ready!

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This way, readers understand what youre fighting for and the goals you want to accomplish. Be as specific as possible, including details like dates, fundraising goals, and the impact donors will make if they give]. If you have the means, would you be willing to donate [specific amount] to help us reach that goal?

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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. I’ll bet you devoted a lot of time to this endeavor. to raise $1.00 ). By now you may be thinking: Sounds good, but how do we stand out? They’re simple and foolproof.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Once they’re in the door, encourage them to become donors when they’re ready—to foster deeper and more organic relationships. This preference implies that they don’t want to merely be viewed as passive donors but as active participants in creating change.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

As you button up your GivingTuesday campaign, keep these factors in mind with the goal of securing the first gifts of spontaneous donors who are already aware of your organization and primed to give. Ready to take the next step? Even more importantly, keep these donors front of mind in your stewardship practices after GivingTuesday.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 9, 2025

How to Get Approval on Your Grant Application Common Reasons a Grant Is Rejected Since your goal is to get approval on your grant application, let’s look at the most common reasons a grant is rejected, along with the solutions. Missing Items: Have all documentation ready and attached before you submit.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

You can make it easy for them to choose what fits best for their goals and budget by offering several donation options like one-time, recurring, and pledge support. Pledge Pledge donations offer supporters a way to make a bigger impact over time, and CauseVox makes it easy for them to commit to a pledge that fits their goals.

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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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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. The Right CRM Can Help You Meet Your Goals What did my client decide? Then well start the evaluation process.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

About the Organization: this is typically a one-page summary of your entire organizations founding, mission, vision, goals, and work. Collect these stories, photos, and consent to share the story/photo as you go, so that when the opportunity comes around, you are ready with a powerful client story that moves funders hearts.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 8, 2025

You can create a clean, visually stunning layout that aligns with your organizations branding and goals. raised, the campaign has exceeded its $85,000 goal. When donors see how close the goal is, they feel inspired to take part in the final push. Ready to design a page that delivers results? With $90,819.17

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Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Define Clear Impact Objectives Aligned with the Funder’s Goals Funders want to see that your program’s goals align closely with their mission. Craft your goals to reflect the outcomes they value most, demonstrating that you understand their impact expectations.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

From onboarding and research to donor cultivation and goal setting, this guide provides essential insights to help you thrive. Ready to make an impact? Learn how to build donor relationships, align with your organization’s mission, and set the stage for long-term fundraising success.

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Planned Giving

JANUARY 25, 2025

Getting Ready to Implement Moves Management Set Clear Goals Before implementing moves management, establish well-defined revenue targetsboth short-term and long-term. Moves management thrives when everyone understands the goals and commits to the necessary tasks, such as logging donor interactions or scheduling regular check-ins.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Plus, the platform makes managing your campaign a breeze with features that let you easily track donations, send updates, and adjust your goals as needed—all from one central dashboard. Ready to make a bigger impact? Beautiful and easily designed online donation page with CauseVox.

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