The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This is a two part article on how to create fundraising systems for your nonprofit. One Seriously Stressed Out Nonprofit. It’s about a nonprofit I once worked with. Everyone at this nonprofit was constantly wringing their hands about raising money. In short, this nonprofit lacked fundraising systems. And so on….

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Qgiv

AUGUST 4, 2023

Volunteers are the backbone of every nonprofit’s workforce, and having a good volunteer staff helps your organization accomplish more for your cause. To keep your volunteers as effective as possible, develop a volunteer management process that helps you recruit, train, and steward volunteers for your organization.

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

3 Creative Volunteer Recruitment Strategies for Nonprofits Volunteers recruitment is crucial to many aspects of your nonprofit’s operations. Volunteers run your fundraising events. Tap Into Existing Supporters Maybe the volunteers you’re looking for have been right under your nose the whole time.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

*This is Part II of a series focused on nonprofit volunteering and volunteer programs. Fundraising events are a lifeblood for so many nonprofits. They can also be a major undertaking where the need for volunteers to support the event is high. Click here to read Part I.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 9, 2022

The need for volunteer recruitment at nonprofits is ongoing because it is impossible to retain 100% of volunteers. The ebb and flow of volunteers is natural, but that doesn’t mean nonprofits should give up on recruitment. Here are ten creative ways that nonprofits can start recruiting volunteers: 1.

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Volunteer Hub

MARCH 21, 2023

Leveraging technology to manage volunteers in 2023 is essential. In this post, learn more about effective volunteer management and the value of volunteer management software. So, you’ve been tasked with running a volunteer program. Running a successful volunteer program means managing a lot of moving parts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Brynne Krispin is a social media strategist for nonprofits and small businesses. The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024. At the same time, nonprofits saw the largest trust decline of any American institution in 2023. Educate and inform your audience.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Volunteers are integral to nonprofit organizations’ day-to-day operations. Without these dedicated supporters, many nonprofits would struggle to reach their annual goals. However, successful volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention are no easy feat. That’s where volunteer management software comes in.

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 2, 2022

Is your organization struggling with online volunteer recruitment? If so, here are 5 engaging techniques for recruiting volunteers in the new year. Currently, it is estimated that a volunteer hour is worth $28.54. For most organizations, the pandemic has limited some traditional ways of recruiting volunteers.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 6, 2023

National Volunteer Week 2023 is a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible contributions of volunteers to nonprofit organizations across the country. Share their Stories Highlight the impact of your nonprofit volunteers by sharing their stories on social media, newsletters, and website.

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Volunteer Hub

MAY 4, 2022

Offering micro-volunteer opportunities can help an organization reach more volunteers and leverage new skills. Here is what micro-volunteering is, what it is not, and how nonprofits can best utilize it. So, how can a volunteer program recruit, engage, and manage volunteer prospects who have limited time?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 7, 2021

My point of entry into the nonprofit sector started as a volunteer. I began doing local events to raise their profile and deliver their core mission to young families and before long I began to understand the nonprofit sector from the ground up. Here are a few key insights to boost nonprofit volunteer morale.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

When you start planning your fundraising events, you want to make registration and management as easy as possible for both you and your donors. With the right event management software for nonprofits, you can run your fundraising events more efficiently, helping you raise more money for your cause.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 14, 2021

If you host peer-to-peer events, you know firsthand how important it is to offer a great event experience. A big part of ensuring the success of your peer-to-peer events is taking event safety into account. Here are our top nonprofit risk management tips for peer-to-peer events. So, what is a waiver?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

They follow you on social media, rally their friends through crowdfunding, and participate in your events. Social media is known for its generous donations, enthusiastic volunteers, and passionate advocates. In fact, 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media decide to support them in some way. Autumn 2022.

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Neon CRM

JUNE 22, 2023

Managing volunteers can be one of those tasks that’s easy to forget about until it’s too late to catch potentially costly mistakes. The best volunteer management strategies start early. Consider these best practices for building successful relationships with your volunteers.

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Blue Fox

MAY 12, 2021

​While many nonprofits have reopened their doors for volunteers to safely resume serving, other organizations are continuing to engage with volunteers virtually with board/committee meetings and fundraising events. ​Thanks for stopping by to read our picks for top nonprofit news this month!

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 4, 2021

If your organization relies on volunteers, even just a little, you need a volunteer handbook that spells out expectations, policies, and procedures. A volunteer handbook gives volunteers the information they need about the organization and its mission, and answers any common questions they may have.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Have you ever wondered about the powerful connection between volunteers and donors in the nonprofit world? This is the story of how George Washington University Hospital , a hub of compassionate healthcare and advanced technology, bridged this gap, and the inspiring journey of Emily, a volunteer turned major donor.

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Volunteer Hub

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When selecting a volunteer management solution, organizations often prioritize features, functionalities, and pricing. Choosing the best volunteer management software extends beyond functionalities and features; it’s also about the people and processes that come with it. Here is a breakdown of our sales process at VolunteerHub.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 9, 2021

This is the eighth post in a blog and webinar series called 101 Digital Marketing Best Practices for Nonprofits , written and presented by Heather Mansfield. Please sign up for Nonprofit Tech for Good’s email newsletter to be alerted of new posts. Related Webinar: Social Media Best Practices for Nonprofits. LinkedIn Pages.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2023

Sponsored by Network for Good – an easy-to-use all-in-one nonprofit fundraising platform. That’s why it’s imperative for your nonprofit organization to have a presence on these platforms: the right social media strategy will allow you to meet supporters where they are and make sure your organization is easy to access and interact with.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

I confess to having a love/hate relationship with fundraising events. At its best, a nonprofit fundraising event is fun. These events divert attention from one-to-one fundraising efforts, which can be intimidating. But there are also potential pitfalls when it comes to hosting a nonprofit fundraising event.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 27, 2023

Thanking volunteers for all they do is crucial to keeping your volunteers coming back again and again. Volunteers pour their heart into your nonprofit’s work. They’re there to help with the heavy lifting of running a nonprofit and delivering programs. which makes volunteer hours add up fast!

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Picture this: You’ve rolled out the red carpet for your nonprofit’s event , snapped pictures and videos, invited donors to dance the night away, and raised important funds for your mission. While these funds have a long-lasting impact, the event itself is over in the blink of an eye. Create a robust nonprofit marketing plan.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

The pandemic has drastically altered the ways nonprofits interact with their supporters. While social media is now a common part of every nonprofit’s communication strategy, a common sentiment is that interacting on social media is a poor substitute to in-person interactions. But not all nonprofits are effective on social media.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. It’s a strategy that works well in business, and it can do the same for nonprofits.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Picture this: You’ve rolled out the red carpet for your nonprofit’s event , snapped pictures and videos, invited donors to dance the night away, and raised important funds for your mission. While these funds have a long-lasting impact, the event itself is over in the blink of an eye. Create a robust nonprofit marketing plan.

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Nonprofits Source

JUNE 29, 2023

Whether you’re planning a golf tournament or a formal gala, events are powerful tools for furthering your nonprofit’s work for a number of reasons. Events can also provide the perfect opportunity to build lasting, quality relationships with supporters as you engage in these memorable experiences together. Let’s begin!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

Ask any nonprofit fundraiser if he or she wants to increase the results of their fundraising efforts and you’ll get a resounding “yes”! Where am I going to find the time and resources? After all, what nonprofit doesn’t want that? Who on your list is doing nothing at all except showing up to your annual event? .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 11, 2022

According to The State of Modern Philanthropy 2021 , “The median amount raised by events in which attendees raise money on behalf of an organization through peer-to-peer fundraising pages, typically is 4.5 times greater than ticketed events.”. Compared with traditional fundraisers, it requires less money and resources.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Every interaction your volunteer has with your organization matters. From the moment they land on your website to sign up for an opportunity to when they check out of their shift, your volunteer’s experience can directly impact your organization’s ability to meet its goals. What is volunteer engagement?

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

As technology evolves, there are new ways nonprofits like yours can take advantage of advancements to save time and raise more money. AI for nonprofits can be a real game changer in the fundraising landscape. One of the easiest AI tools for nonprofits to get started with is ChatGPT , a chatbot powered by OpenAI.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

More importantly, are your staff and volunteers ready and trained to perform productively in their roles? Just about every nonprofit made major changes in 2020. Like a balloon that you inflate and let the air escape from, your nonprofit isn’t going to look the same after. Then there’s your workforce—both paid and volunteer.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 30, 2023

Has your nonprofit identified an unaddressed need within your community? Or could your next event benefit from a bigger team? If so, you may be interested in starting a volunteer program. Set goals for your volunteer program. Define your volunteer roles. Develop your volunteer schedule. Train volunteers.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 5, 2022

By Jennifer Wemhoff , Communications Manager at GolfStatus.org – the leading event management platform for golf fundraisers. When it comes to fundraising events, one of the biggest lessons learned from the pandemic years is the unique value of golf fundraisers. make the event more fun and more memorable for golfers.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. But volunteers don’t just appear out of thin air.

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