Bloomerang

APRIL 19, 2023

We might use an acronym like CRM without explaining what that stands for or that it’s sometimes used interchangeably with donor database or donor management software. It’s confusing when you hear or see a word you don’t understand, and the same is true for your nonprofit supporters. If not, how can you better explain it?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 21, 2019

And this applies to nonprofits in a big way. That’s why when nonprofits encourage the act of social fundraising, they not only empower supporters to share their love of the cause, but they also leverage their vast personal networks to grow in so many ways. But what exactly is social fundraising? . However, this isn’t entirely true.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Then, you cross the finish line – and end up raising 12 times your fundraising goal ! This was the scenario for Mentor New York, a nonprofit that works with companies, schools and organizations to provide mentoring for organizations that serve more than 80,000 young people in New York. Ah, the powers of technology.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The past 18+ months have been challenging for the nonprofit sector, but golf tournaments have provided and continue to provide an opportunity to gather safely, raise crucial dollars, attract corporate support, and steward donors and sponsors. By GolfStatus.org – an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers.

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Robert Weiner

FEBRUARY 10, 2010

In the wake of the huge number of donations given to Haiti earthquake relief via text mesage, MobileActive has published Texting for Charitable Dollars: The Definitive Guide. It describes the process of raising funds via SMS from the donors' and the nonprofits' perspectives, including costs and tips for getting started.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The season of gratitude is upon us and there is nothing more important you can do than thank donors for their support this year. Actually, from a donor’s perspective, it’s annoying. To build a relationship on purpose with a donor, you must communicate with them often without asking for anything. I thought so.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

As your nonprofit starts to blossom, don’t be surprised if you are conflicted over how much to spend on nonprofit administration, especially fundraising. Obviously, donors want as much of their donation as possible to go to your programs, to help change lives. But you have to spend some money on running your nonprofit.

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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. Without leadership, a small nonprofit may never reach its full potential.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

Here are some other definitions of freedom ( www.merriam-webster.com ): Being released from something onerous The quality of being frank, open, or outspoken Boldness of conception or execution Unrestricted use You know, several of those make me think of fundraising. The work we do in the nonprofit world matters. We make a difference.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 15, 2022

Online giving is a great way to raise money. To successfully raise money online, you need a compelling reason for someone to give, a tool to raise money, and a plan for driving traffic to your site. Definitely shop around to get the best rate, but don’t expect zero. Not really.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020

With so much noise on social channels during this global day of giving, you may be wondering how your nonprofit can stand out and more effectively fundraise for its mission. Below are simple, yet often overlooked, social media tips to help your nonprofit’s campaign get noticed this #GivingTuesday. What about ineffective hashtag usage?

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3rd Sector Labs

AUGUST 22, 2014

The topic – “10 Decisions You Will Face with Any Donor Data Migration” – focused on preparing for your next CRM or data migration while addressing 10 tough decisions nonprofits encounter along the way. The answers to the 3rd question did not surprise us, but do raise some concerns. The polling results.

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Care2

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Does senior leadership at your organization ask “why can’t we raise money on social media? They raised millions of dollars. Comparing your nonprofit to a Presidential campaign is ridiculous. Second, the majority of nonprofits have not raised a dime on social media. 17% raised money via Causes.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

As a nonprofit industry advisor for Salesforce, everyday I speak with customers whose organizations are facing unprecedented challenges. When the pandemic hit in March 2020, everything changed for them in terms of how they connect with donors, supporters, and beneficiaries. How do we raise money without in-person events?

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

When everything is going well at your nonprofit, risk management may not seem like a priority. However, if those challenges eventually arise, a solid risk management strategy can help your nonprofit recover more quickly. There are many different types of situations that fall under this definition. might occur. Compliance.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 16, 2023

Engaging donors is no simple task. Building long-lasting fruitful relationships with your donors requires diligence, hard work, and careful planning. But if you follow the principles of the donor engagement cycle, you can use them as a framework around which to build the rest of your donor stewardship plan.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

billion was raised from 20 million US donors last year. Many nonprofits incorporate GivingTuesday into their year-end drives, and our webinar will show you how to quickly set up a campaign to achieve GivingTuesday success. The average donor often gives to multiple nonprofits according to prospect research data.)

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 13, 2022

There’s a science to why donors give. When you’re trying to raise money for your organization, it can be tempting to focus on how much money you’re asking for. Your donor’s decision to give is composed of three elements: beliefs, emotions, and habits. Donors Give Because They Have a Personal Connection.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2023

To make fundraising a little easier for nonprofits, we put together this list of nonprofit fundraising best practices. Each of the items below is a best practice your nonprofit can use to raise crucial funds for your mission. How can you ensure you’ve found the right tools for your nonprofit? Read on to learn more!

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 17, 2022

You see, your annual fundraising plan is a treasure map that leads you to the exact activities that will raise the most money for your nonprofit over the course of the coming year. What did it cost you to raise that money in terms of expenses and time? Aim to raise at least four times what you spend on an event.

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Bloomerang

MAY 29, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who wants advice on best practices around recording and recognizing in-kind donors. . How do we record, recognize, and be sure not to forget about these donors as we list our donors from the year in their circles or their donor lists by amount? The impact is the same.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2024

You might be inspired to bring your idea to life by starting a nonprofit. million registered nonprofits in the United States, making these charitable organizations a staple of modern society. However, any new nonprofit needs a strong foundation to thrive. Around 30% of nonprofits cease to exist within 10 years of their founding.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 26, 2022

Recently, I was honored to be a guest on the We Are For Good podcast , where nonprofit leaders, advocates, and philanthropists share their innovative ideas and lessons learned. Here are six key takeaways for organizations looking to drive innovation in the nonprofit sector: 1. Nonprofits don’t have a lot of room for failure.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 19 easy fundraisers you can use in between major events to engage your supporters, build community, and—of course—raise some money. We have an entire events module for nonprofits geared specifically for classes that will blow your socks off. Recycling electronics definitely qualifies.

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OneCause

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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Candid

JULY 26, 2022

The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. It’s been said before, and I’ll say it again: it’s time to disprove the overhead myth for nonprofits.

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OneCause

OCTOBER 4, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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OneCause

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 26, 2022

Make your campaigns relevant to donors 3. Show major donors the impact of their support 5. Have an abundance mindset Recently, I was honored to be a guest on the We Are For Good podcast , where nonprofit leaders, advocates, and philanthropists share their innovative ideas and lessons learned. Embrace partners 6.

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OneCause

AUGUST 18, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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CauseVox

APRIL 20, 2021

With vaccine rollouts underway, nonprofits are still wondering: how do I fundraise during COVID? Here’s what nonprofits should plan for the rest of 2021 to navigate through fundraising during COVID. All of this means that virtual events help nonprofits come away with more funds raised with less effort.

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OneCause

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 9, 2023

Your nonprofit is growing. You see, raising money for bricks and mortar is different than fundraising for ongoing operations. You need a different approach so you can successfully raise the money you need, which is probably more than you’ve ever attempted before. Your capital campaign will also bring you: New donors.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 12, 2021

When you’re determining who to cultivate for your major donor portfolio, do you simply look at everyone who gave more than $1,000 (or whatever your major gift amount is) and dump them all into your portfolio for the year? Who Gets an Individual Major Donor Portfolio Cultivation Plan? . Tier your donors. I didn’t know any better.

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OneCause

JULY 7, 2021

What will be the silver lining of the COVID-19 storm that kept nonprofits from hosting in-person events , that disrupted traditional fundraising efforts and that estranged donors from some of their favorite charities? That reality is going to remain attractive and viable for many small to medium nonprofits.

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Classy

JUNE 2, 2021

As a partner to thousands of nonprofits, Classy spends a lot of time learning about what makes each of them successful. A large part of that is examining what actions define fundraising strategies that bring in more online donations and keep donors engaged each year. What Makes Nonprofits Organizations Successful?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Today’s question come from a nonprofit employee who want advice on how to budget and pay for capital campaign fundraising expenses: . You’re speaking the language of “raising money costs money.” ” And, for a capital campaign, you’ve likely been charged to raise quite a LOT. Per FASB ASC 958-720-25-4].

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