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Solving the Challenges of Donor-Advised Funds

Allegiance Group

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are one of the fastest-growing areas of charitable giving. More than 3 million people use donor-advised fund accounts for their philanthropy. To get to the bottom of this issue, we recently spoke with Mitch Stein , Head of Strategy at Chariot , a donor-advised fund fundraising solution provider.

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What Are Key Event Metrics and Why Do They Matter?

Greater Giving

Tracking these key event metrics can deliver critical insight into what you’re doing well, and where your events need improvement. But getting high-quality event analytics requires high-quality, accurate numbers—which means carefully tracking data along the way. Key Event Metric examples to help you track your own ROI.

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The Importance of Data Analytics for Fundraising Events

Achieve

When hosting a fundraising event, such as a Math-A-Thon , silent auction , or charity gala, closely tracking data and adapting your event based on that data can drive higher engagement, participation, and donations. The average nonprofit email open rate is around 25%.

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Statement of Activities: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

sgEngage

Without that, the SOA can misrepresent the financial health of the organization and lead to future funding issues. Often, this leads to large audit adjustments, budget vs actual reporting difficulties, and other funding challenges. Broadly grouped expenses or revenues can obscure the allocation of funds across different programs.

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3 Ways to Incorporate Matching Gifts Into Your Fundraising Strategy

Classy

A simple way to boost funds with minimal effort is to allow your donors to double eligible donations through employer matching gift programs. Lack of donor awareness about matching gift programs remains one of the largest roadblocks to accessing matching gift funds. Strategize with a developed research plan. Capital Group.

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Kick-Start Your Major Gifts Program in 5 Easy Steps

Neon CRM

According to a report by the Charity Science Foundation, statistical trends have suggested that for many organizations, the ratio may be closer to 90/10. Do you have enough resources to fund a program? Starting a capital campaign or annual fund program? You can easily keep track of donors and transactions.

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Supporting a Nonprofit Business Plan: A Leader’s Guide to Guiding Your Board

Neon CRM

Now, let’s say that, during a proposed budget review, you notice that the board has cut funding for a top-rated yearly educational program with your constituents. Perhaps they’ve set a funding goal that is a bit too conservative, given your donor’s average lifetime value and the number of recurring donors your organization has.

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