Gail Perry Group

APRIL 30, 2024

Donor Readiness is a Factor Many People Overlook. We Overlook Donor Readiness at our Own Peril. What happens if you rush into the campaign without evaluating your donors’ readiness? It often turns out that your donors are simply not ready for a conversation about a gift. Build Donor Readiness with a “Noodlers Group.”

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Gail Perry Group

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

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. Our checklist will help you understand if you're ready and what your leaders might want to address. Are Your Volunteer Leaders Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign?

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Capital Campaign Pro

DECEMBER 16, 2024

They help shape a plan for the future […] The post How to Get Your Board Ready for a Capital Campaign appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro. FACT — Board members care deeply about your organization. They dutifully come to meetings and review reports and vote on the budget.

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? You are not ready. I hope you are enjoying our Capital Campaign Readiness blog series. Add Power and Influence Is Your Board Ready to Lead Your Capital Campaign Is Your Nonprofit Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign? Don’t navigate the complexities alone. But not yet!

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GrantNews

AUGUST 22, 2024

The post Ready to Sign Up for a GrantWatch Library License? Grants to nonprofit organizations and government agencies to improve libraries and library services all over the country. As you can see, the GrantWatch Library License grant search database is an important tool for both libraries and their patrons. appeared first on GrantNews.

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Capital Campaign Pro

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Season 4, Episode 4 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt dive deep into one of the most critical questions facing nonprofit leaders: “How do you know if your organization is ready for a capital campaign?” Indicators of Success and Common Pitfalls appeared first on Capital Campaign Pro.

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Clairification

AUGUST 12, 2024

The post Top 5 Strategies to Prepare for Fall Fundraising NOW appeared first on Clairification.

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GrantNews

MARCH 3, 2025

For every business looking to grow, there’s a grant ready to help. For those ready to take the next step, explore more grant opportunities on GrantWatch and embark on your journey towards business success. Is there hope on the horizon? Absolutely! The month of March brings a promising range of funding options.

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 15, 2024

We want to guide you to gauge your volunteer leadership readiness and set you on the path to a super successful campaign. Keep following this series for the Capital Campaign Readiness Checklist. This resource will help you take a good look at who you have to work with, and help you to get ready to make some fundraising magic happen!

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness. A Primer for Pre- and Post-Award Grant Readiness first appeared on The ENGAGE Blog. Want more information on creating a plan of action for your organization to manage your federal grants? Check out the webinar I Signed Up for What?

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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. Then download our free Capital Campaign Readiness Checklist to get started on your assessment. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready to Launch a Capital Campaign? Would you like more?

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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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Hands-On Fundraising

APRIL 5, 2022

So you’re ready to write a fundraising appeal. Before you even begin to write your appeal, there are some things you should think about. What’s the ONE thing you’ll ask a reader to do? Too often, we use a fundraising appeal as a catch-all for everything we want to tell people. This is […].

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Job Readiness Programs for Older Teens Objective : Equip older teens with the skills they need to succeed in the workforce. Job readiness programs provide training on resume writing, interview skills, workplace etiquette, and job search strategies. Bereavement Services for Youth : Grants for children’s bereavement services.

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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. This will make finding the right partner even more critical this year.

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The post When Grant Documents Are Ready for a Critique – Copy Editing or Mock Review? *Click to enlarge the image Did you know : DH Leonard Consulting and Grant Writing Services provides experienced professionals to fill both needs for you, as well as a Mock Review toolkit download to guide you in that particular critique.

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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. By Rasheeda Childress Giving Tuesday Employees at the Charities Aid Foundation participate in a GivingTuesday event.

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Clairification

JANUARY 30, 2025

SELF-EXERCISE: Okay, are you ready to close your eyes? 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? Even if this feels a little weird, why not give it a try? (1)

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 14, 2025

By Jie Jenny Zou Illustration by Alan Nguyen for the Chronicle How nonprofits of all sizes are partnering with social-media personalities to reach new donors

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Be ready to thank your donors as soon as you receive a donation Every single donor, no matter how much they’ve given or whether they donated online, gets a thank you card/letter mailed to them or receives a phone call. Whatever you decide, DO NOT include a donation envelope or any other type of ask with your thank you message.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The Wrap Up For those intrepid souls ready to take the next step, explore more grant opportunities on GrantWatch and embark on your journey towards business success. Remember to review eligibility criteria and deadlines to maximize your chances of securing funding.

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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. We are ready to start work for you when you are ready! When you know your fundraising team needs help, you often need that help to start today (or yesterday as we often hear!)

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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. Not only do they provide you with a safety net in case of emergency, but they’re also often the first money you’ll draw from when your organization is ready to expand.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Get ready to dive into the wealth of knowledge from these 2024 fundraising articles. Choose the right fundraising events for your small nonprofit and get ready to put your organizations face out there in the community, attract new donors, and raise lots of money!

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

If you’re ready to make your forever home a reality, explore the world of housing grants today. These grants often cover down payments, closing costs, or essential repairs, bridging the gap for those who might not otherwise afford homeownership. Finding the right grant begins with research.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

You don’t need to be a technical expert to use these; they’re ready to go right out of the box. Here are the three main approaches: Native Integrations These are connections built into a CRM. Think of them as puzzle pieces that already fit together perfectly.

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Joe Garecht Fundraising

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

I was ready for my next task! I was excited to report the results during my weekly meeting with the VP of Development: I had succeeded in setting up one meeting! In addition, I had spoken to 8 donors and left messages for the rest. I expected a well done! Seven times, I thought Of course not!

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

By now you may be thinking: Sounds good, but how do we stand out? There must be some specific strategies that incline donors towards giving again, but what are they? Today I share my top secrets with you. They’re simple and foolproof. The post 13 Top Secrets of Donor Thank You Letters Revealed appeared first on Clairification.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Is your data ready to move? Are you ready for a grant management system that has a clear plan for innovation and provides the flexibility to meet you where you are in your grantmaking? . “It’s one click and done—a huge timesaver for our staff. Use the time before you move to clean up your data as much as possible.

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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! A donor might not be ready to write another check. Think about these guidelines every time someone gives to your organization. These principles can help you get started on the road to better thank you’s.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Modern grantmakers must be prepared and ready to support their communities when—not if—a climate disaster hits. Here’s how grantmakers can be ready. A huge thank you to Audrey Kidwell, Grants Manager for the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, for providing many of the resources and tips included in this article. Hurricanes.

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The Fundraiser Coach

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Ready to deepen your donor relationships? By shifting our conversations from dollars to impact, avoiding assumptions, and making stewardship a priority, we build the kind of trust and connection that leads to transformational giving. Start by asking yourself before every interaction: Am I thinking like a fundraiser—or like a donor?

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

You’ll find that many of the best practices from GivingTuesday already resonate with these donors (remember that spontaneous donors are ready to give year-round, so don’t be afraid to refer back to your campaign playbook). Ready to take the next step?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

If you’re ready to move beyond grants, let’s get started! Ready to learn more? It may feel intimidating at first, but here’s the exciting part: today, more than ever, nonprofits have the tools and resources to make a smooth shift to the grants-plus-fundraising model. Be bold and get started!

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Clairification

AUGUST 15, 2024

The post 5 More Top Strategies to Prepare for Fall Fundraising appeared first on Clairification.

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Clairification

MARCH 13, 2023

When starting out, don’t worry about charitable trusts, pooled income funds, life estates, gift annuities, or anything else that makes you feel not quite ready for prime time. No, you don’t!

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

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. We want your application to be the one they stay up at night thinking about because of the power of your organizations work.

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