The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Nonprofit’s Impact: 10 Power-Packed Summer Fundraising Ideas for 2023 As the mercury rises, so should your nonprofit’s impact! Encourage local businesses to sponsor the event or donate supplies to help cover costs.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the modern fundraising world, creating an online fundraising strategy is essential to the success of your nonprofit. As the world continues to grapple with the ups and downs of COVID-19, it’s essential to meet your donors where they’re most comfortable, and that means coming up with inventive online fundraising ideas.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Purim Costume Party Fundraiser (varies; usually early-mid March). Online Fundraising Essentials. Click To Tweet. Online Course. Enroll Now.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Concert tickets Buying concert tickets has become like a competitive sport, as passionate fans flood ticket platforms to see their favorite artist live. Recently, modernist and impressionist paintings have been selling particularly well in the art world. Art that has personal meaning for your community is also a safe bet.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But, as a fundraiser, your job is just ramping up. That’s because fall is a busy time of year for fundraising. Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported.

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

From arts to business, science to civil services, Latinos have been underlying forces driving America’s progress. Celebrate their contributions to local culture and economy. Artistic Appreciation: Display the art, music, and literature of Latino artists.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Maybe your nonprofit hasn’t yet developed an online fundraising plan. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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Achieve

JANUARY 18, 2023

Fundraising events are the perfect way to deepen your nonprofit’s impact. Beyond choosing a fundraising idea, your nonprofit also has to decide whether you want to host your event in person or online. . Over the years, virtual fundraising has grown in popularity, especially during the pandemic when meeting in person wasn’t possible.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 22, 2009

  I worked for the New York Foundation for the Arts for 12 years on a range of arts and technology programs, including a network for artists called Arts Wire. .    There were artists who had studio spaces in the buildings - lives were lost as well as complete life's work.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In today’s fundraising world , with dozens of nonprofits competing for donors’ hearts and wallets, it’s important to stand out from a donor relations standpoint. Otherwise, no matter how noble your mission, you’ll be left with your hand out as other fundraisers hit their goals. Always go above and beyond.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2021

If you’re any type of arts organization , you can expand to online offerings at accessible price points. You can take art to the schools or bring students to your art. I came up with an idea to mesh my love of weekend crafts fairs and artist open studio visits with my day job. You can host accessible, off-site clinics.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 16, 2023

The best way to get people excited about your non-profit is to sell out your fundraising event. These tips will help you create a sense of urgency and drive demand for your next fundraiser: Sell event admissions early to insiders. The more demand you can drive for your event admissions, the more money you’ll raise.

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DipJar

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Arts and cultural organizations are the sources of some of our favorite DipJar stories. Arts, culture, and performance are all personal passions for her. At the college level, The Gamm offers a paid fellowship for emerging artists of color. They are literally all over the map. It even serves as a voting location!

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

When it comes to fundraising for Mother’s Day, let’s start with some facts. And yet, Mother’s Day is often an untapped day of giving when it comes to annual fundraising. We recognize that in the age of coronavirus, many traditional fundraisers and in-person events are difficult to execute safely. Jewelry for a Cause.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 25, 2023

It’s been a rough couple years for arts-based nonprofits. As pandemic aid has run out without patrons returning in pre-2020 numbers, many arts nonprofit across the country have had to shrink programming, cut staff, or close altogether. This includes summer art camps, museums, theaters, art galleries, and more.

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Everyaction

JULY 12, 2018

Considering our team is obsessed with all that is NOLA, we thought we'd share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, party, and enjoy the sights while visiting for the Netroots Nation 2018 Conference. Anyone briefly strolling through this park will likely hear the sound of a brass band and see local artists scattered along the sidewalk.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

Her priorities are to those operating in communities facing high projected food insecurity, high measures of racial inequity, high local poverty rates, and low access to philanthropic capital.” Her team’s focus has been on “identifying organizations with strong leadership teams and results. What’s To Come For Future Funding?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Parker, a Seneca Indian who worked as the director of the Museum of Arts and Science in Rochester, N.Y. National Native American Heritage Month was created with the intention to provide a platform for American Indians to share and honor their culture, traditions, music, art, dance, beliefs, and ways of life.

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Bloomerang

JULY 19, 2023

Through the execution of a range of administrative, communication, and managerial responsibilities, the development professional gains a thorough understanding of both fundraising strategies and organizational needs. Do the necessary market research to learn which foundations—local, regional and national—are funding nonprofits like yours.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Coming up with fresh fundraising ideas for nonprofits isn’t always easy. After years of staging events, you may feel like there’s nothing you haven’t covered, from art auctions to wine tastings to trivia nights. To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits. Using a theme can make this a little easier.

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Adding a raffle to your fundraising events is a great way to raise a little extra money for your organization and get your supporters excited about attending your events. While you can hold a raffle as a standalone fundraiser, it’s a great add-on to any fundraising event from auctions to standard events. What is a raffle?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. While many of these fundraising event staples are great, such as fancy galas and golf tournaments, circumstances aren’t always ideal for in-person gatherings. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. 7) Shopping.

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 19, 2015

We each created our own crowd fundraising pages online and enthusiastically asked our friends and family, from all over the country, to donate to the cause to support us in our efforts. That’s the beauty of crowd fundraising. But crowd fundraising isn’t just for runs, walks, or polar plunges anymore. Denver Zoo.

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 8, 2015

It promoted the project through videos, mass emails, and social and mainstream media—typical fundraising tools. Within weeks, it had raised $10,000 to buy new bins for trash and recycling in the park, designed by local artists as public art." ''via Blog this'''

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AFP Blog

JANUARY 8, 2015

It promoted the project through videos, mass emails, and social and mainstream media—typical fundraising tools. Within weeks, it had raised $10,000 to buy new bins for trash and recycling in the park, designed by local artists as public art." ''via Blog this'''

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2023

If you don’t have the time to volunteer or don’t have easy access to a local LGBTQIA+ nonprofit, donating to an organization can make a big impact. Their approach is holistic, with a variety of programs focused on cultural arts, wellness, and social justice. Not sure where to start looking? Here’s a few nonprofits you can support!

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2010

The Tools Artists Need Geeks To Create Join us to discuss the digital tools being used and abused by theatre makers, dancers, musicians, crafters, wordsmiths, cinematographers, photographers, painters, and other multimedia artists. What artistic problems need a dose of geek teamwork? What’s new? What works?

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 27, 2013

If you're not into up-selling to your constituents (I can see how this can seem tacky for a nonprofit fundraiser), then offer this as an incentive. Have a local artist create custom screen prints for special events. The first 20 people who purchase tickets to an event will be granted early admission.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Peer-to-Peer Events Arts & Culture Events Community Events Educational Events Events for Grown-Ups Events for Kids & Families Nonprofit Peer-to-Peer Events Peer-to-peer events raise funds and generate buzz by having your supporters and participants get their networks involved in your event.

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Achieve

JUNE 21, 2015

Museum of Contemporary Art. The theme of MCON 2015 is “The Power of Influence: Art, Media, Business and Place” and an incredible lineup of speakers from the corporate, nonprofit and public sectors will share stories of the successes and failures they’ve encountered while changing the world. The Art Assignment.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Nonprofit organizations have a lot of challenges relating to fundraising. For example, if you join a modern art museum, there is a good chance you won’t have to pay admission to other modern art museums. Creative stuff: Things unique to your organization including the ability to create art, music, poetry, dance, etc.

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Museum 2.0

MAY 10, 2011

It's my second week as the Executive Director at The Museum of Art & History in Santa Cruz, CA, and boy is my everything tired. Our staff is fabulous, but they are stretched thin with a slate of summer programs, exhibits, and fundraising efforts, so I'm looking for a few extra hands. Board committee meetings. I know, I know.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

Lighthouse, which provides after-school programming for teenagers, has sponsored a public art project for the past several months in Lincoln, Neb., Lighthouse’s use of lightbulbs and public art didn’t just act as a way to toot their horn, but it also provided awareness about their needs and served as a fundraiser.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

Lighthouse, which provides after-school programming for teenagers, has sponsored a public art project for the past several months in Lincoln, Neb., Lighthouse’s use of lightbulbs and public art didn’t just act as a way to toot their horn, but it also provided awareness about their needs and served as a fundraiser.

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Have Fun - Do Good

AUGUST 6, 2008

Last week I announced a new weekly feature that I'm trying out on Have Fun * Do Good, Ask Britt , where you send in questions related to career design for artists and activists, and I'll do my best to answer them. If the space allows, be a low-cost gathering space for your community to have meetings, readings, exhibit art, post events, etc.

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 30, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes END-OF-YEAR EVENT FUNDRAISING The final quarter of the year unfolds with a blend of reflection and anticipation. We’re sharing ideas and resources on event fundraising. PHOTOGRAPHY: BFA.COM 2. For performances, your best bet is to use a live-streaming platform such as Twitch (free to use).

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