sgEngage

AUGUST 4, 2023

Employee giving programs are a simple and streamlined method of making tax-deductible donations to charities or nonprofit organizations that align with the company’s mission statement. Employee giving programs are mutually beneficial, as they provide employees with tax benefits while aiding nonprofit causes.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Individuals raising money for a cause they care about deeply want to surpass their donation goals and build enthusiasm for the mission. And nine times out of 10, P2P fundraisers end up doing better than they originally hoped, even when they set their personal donation goals high, within reason, to inspire themselves and their donors.

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sgEngage

JUNE 25, 2021

Globally, charities raised 3x more in 2020 than 2019 using Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Fundraising , powered by JustGiving® 2021’s P2P Benchmark Study. However, the next step for digital engagement in the donation lifecycle is stewardship. The post Digital Engagement in the Donation Lifecycle first appeared on npENGAGE.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 21, 2019

USD ( Blackbaud Luminate Online Report ). The typical return donor made a second donation around 349 days after their first donation. 29% of annual donation volume occurs from #GivingTuesday through the end of the year ( The State of Modern Philanthropy Report ). Fundraising Stats. 11% via direct mail/post. Mobile Giving.

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NetWits

MARCH 3, 2011

a three-hour virtual event featuring guest speakers from Defenders of Wildlife, US Congress, Amnesty International USA, Care2, Blackbaud, M+R Strategic Services, and more. And we’re taking advocacy to a whole new level on March 9, 2011 by bringing together key industry experts for “Advocacy Live!”

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sgEngage

MAY 24, 2021

Many people may think of successful fundraising as simply getting donations, but that definition leaves out another important element: engaging smaller or future donors. The focus on donating money and getting money donations. Getting others invested in and talking about your cause. How to think about retention.

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sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

Since she signed the Giving Pledge in 2019 and began her momentous campaign of organization-changing donations, MacKenzie Scott has given away more than $17.3 Restricted funds are donations or grants that can only be used for the purposes specified by the funder. All in unrestricted funds with no reporting necessary.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

By Kelly Pullin , Marketing Manager at RoundUp App – the nation’s largest tool for rounded up donations, giving nonprofits across the country a new stream of recurring giving. RoundUp App is the nation’s largest tool for rounded up donations. That way people are able to support the causes they care about, no matter what.

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sgEngage

MAY 6, 2021

Listen in to hear Mary Aquino and Melissa Rancour from Blackbaud University talk about how to identify potential causes of budget changes, understanding the legal process for budget shifts, and anticipating and handling fundraising impacts. Causes of budget variance. Education about restricted and endowment funds.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Did you know that each year, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are a major cause of death and lasting disability? These nonprofits are on the front lines, battling conditions like Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and TBIs—the leading causes of disability and death globally. Here’s a staggering fact: annually, 2.8

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Planned giving, often called” legacy giving,” is the process by which a donor or prospective contributor produces a financial or estate plan to donate something of value to an organization at a later time. Planned gifts are often donated through a will at an individual’s bequest so that the nonprofit receives the gift upon the donor’s death.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 3, 2021

million in funding, which was 31% of the disaster relief donation amount in 2020. Disaster relief saw a significant increase in donation amount reaching over $9 million. Employees of this company size had an average annual donation amount of $2,414, which was an increase of $677 from 2019. This was approximately a $6.1

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TechImpact

JULY 16, 2014

According to a 2013 study conducted by Blackbaud , overall donations to nonprofits increased in 2013 by 4.9%, and digital donations increased 6.4%. Why are Americans donating more to charitable causes more than ever before despite the severe economic climate of 2013? Image courtesy of Fundraiser Help.

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sgEngage

JUNE 2, 2023

Major gifts are donations made to nonprofit organizations of significant value (larger than their average gift). For some organizations, that might mean a donation larger than $10,000. Legacy: Some major donors want to “leave something behind” and have their name associated with a positive cause. What are Major Donors?

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Care2

AUGUST 9, 2013

economy is still recovering, the majority of Americans (60%) still give to charity, according to the Next Generation of American Giving study by Blackbaud. Unfortunately the economy has taken its toll on charitable giving as donations have remained flat. Can you guess which generation is responsible for the most charitable donations?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 22, 2015

As the first generation to donate online and the generation that pioneered web design, email, blogging, and online advocacy, ignoring Gen X is a big mistake. Source: Blackbaud. Source: Blackbaud. Source: Blackbaud. Source: Blackbaud. Gen X donates more frequently than other generations. Source: Blackbaud.

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sgEngage

JULY 27, 2021

The Blackbaud Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Study also highlighted that fundraisers who did participate during 2020 raised an average of 35% more than in 2019 , most notably in registration fee free and DIY events. Donors also unlock a character video skit performed by Nicky Cass based on their donation amount.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Text-to-give is a powerful donation tool that offers donors a way to easily give to their favorite nonprofits right from their phones. Text-to-give tools streamline the donation process and can even encourage donors to give more (and more frequently!). They should receive an email confirmation of their donation. Live support.

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sgEngage

JULY 15, 2023

Donors may suddenly be unable to afford their contribution, causing an interruption in fundraising. Segment Donors The biggest tip for building a beneficial relationship with donors is understanding the person behind the donation. Blackbaud is one of the most trusted platforms for nonprofit networks.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 16, 2023

In 2021, Food banks are the top cause Americans contributed to. Baby boomers donate the most charitable dollars in the US. 75% of households that donate financially make $100,000 or more per year. 75% of households that donate financially make $100,000 or more per year. The amount of an average donation is $617.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 11, 2013

By Steve MacLaughlin , Director of Idea Lab at Blackbaud, originally appeared on npENGAGE.com. More than 10,000 partner charities, volunteer organizations, corporations, community centers and foundations joined in the ‘giving spirit’ as they asked donors to give to their favorite causes from across the nation and around the world.

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NetWits

JUNE 22, 2011

So, how do you thank team captains who deliver so many new donations and participants to your front door? Promote your cause, then the activity. Your cause. Actually, it’s how compelling your cause is. Make the event about your cause, first and foremost. Cultivating. If not, create one next year. Check out Susan G.

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2024

If you have donated money to a quirky aid event focused on snorkeling or a unique chess fundraiser, you know that fundraising events have evolved far beyond the typical 5K runs, cycling events, and charity walks. And they will donate. Build the right-fit event and they will come. For your organization, the benefits are twofold, too.

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sgEngage

APRIL 26, 2023

What digital disruptor will cause organizations to change how they do business? There are countless examples of streamers, influencers, and gamers going online and fundraising for a cause. This shared experience builds a sense of community and social interaction around your cause. What new technology will be the must-have tool?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2022

Each profile shows the donation history of each donor, their contact and demographic information, and each interaction they’ve had with your organization in the past (emails opened, calls-to-action taken, events attended, etc.). Some of these features include: Donor profiles.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 24, 2023

These events leverage the popularity of wearable devices and health apps to encourage participants to sign up for and support a range of fun, trackable activities while contributing to a meaningful cause. More engaged supporters, increased donations, and a wider impact on the community.  The result?

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Each year, the Blackbaud Institute invites leading experts in the world of social good to reflect on current trends, giving insights to stay ahead of the curve. The vast majority of donors on GivingTuesday are taking other generous actions, in addition to directly donating money. Bringing in New Givers. Generosity Is Abundant.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 17, 2023

At the heart of fundraising are the supporters who believe in your cause and want to place their trust, and dollars, into your organization to make a change in the world. However, overall giving continues to rise year over year, according to recent data from the Blackbaud Institute Index. The good news? Tools for Success.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

According to the 2019 Blackbaud Luminate Online Benchmark Report , total online transaction revenue increased by 3.11% overall, and by 6.79% for hospitals and hospital foundations. And that was before a global pandemic – which has caused online giving to skyrocket in ways we’ve never seen before. Add a Donor-Covered Fee.

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sgEngage

JUNE 30, 2023

Nonprofit marketing is the use of strategic methods by organizations to promote their missions and secure donations and funding. How Blackbaud Can Help The Impact of Nonprofit Marketing Nonprofit marketing aims to increase the awareness, engagement, and contributions from donors (especially first-time advocates).

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Socialbrite

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Donors are still eager to support the organizations and causes they care about, yet they expect to be engaged differently — often through digital channels. Facebook remained the most important social media platform for nonprofit causes. Then, add the option for donors to set up automatic recurring donations.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 4, 2013

More than 10,000 partner charities, volunteer organizations, corporations, community centers and foundations joined in the ‘giving spirit’ as they asked donors to give to their favorite causes from across the nation and around the world. GivingTuesday Donation Growth. Blackbaud processed more than $19.2

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Care2

DECEMBER 14, 2012

People donated more money to charity in 2012 than in 2011, according to a Blackbaud survey , where over 4200 donors from the US, the UK, and Australia responded to a variety of questions about their donation habits to nonprofits. One-Time Donations. one-time donations increased from 2011 to 2012. In the U.S.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 27, 2021

TikTok have also started championing nonprofits and introduced donation stickers similar to those already available on Facebook and Instagram. Social fundraising enables nonprofits and private individuals alike to generate support for their cause utilizing tools within a social media platform to target their users.

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NetWits

JULY 28, 2011

If you’re an individual raising money for a cause you care deeply about or a nonprofit organization looking for ways to equip and motivate your supporters to raise money for your fundraising event these tips will give you just what you need. Remember, you’re raising money for a cause you care about. Get Face to Face.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 19, 2017

YouTube Donation Cards. Apple Pay [ Blackbaud ]. The United States has tax ID numbers (EINs) and the GuideStar database which enables vendors to easily process online donations for nonprofits in the United States without fear of fraud. Social media is hazardous to our physical health causing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and text neck.

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NetWits

MARCH 23, 2012

In our 2011 Online Giving Report we’ve combined findings from The Blackbaud Index of Online Giving with additional multi-year giving data, which allows us to pull out a very rich set of insights. Charity:water has done a very nice job ensuring their donation form is simple to complete. The basics are in place.

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