Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2023

By Shay Lessman , Content Writer and Editor for Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. You can even use outbound messages to solicit donations from your supporters. The same holds true for donations to charity.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Everyone loves a good story, and your skills in storytelling for nonprofits can make the difference between getting big bucks and donation requests that fall flat. In short, great storytelling tugs heartstrings and that’s step 1 if you want a donation. Your donation of $7.32 EVERY nonprofit has stories to tell!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 9, 2020

billion to charities in 2018, with $22.88 donations, by following these steps: Understand U.S. Select one of four legal paths for raising funds in the U.S. fundraising strategy is determining the types of funders from which it seeks to raise funds. Charity Navigator. billion going overseas. Foundation Maps.

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Double the Donation

JUNE 2, 2021

Double the Donation is proud to announce its new partnership with ClickBid , a simple and affordable mobile bidding platform, with an integration between ClickBid bidding donation forms and text-to-give forms with 360MatchPro, Double the Donation’s strongest gift matching tool.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

For most of us, fundraising isn’t something that comes naturally, especially a straight request for donations. Nonprofits rely on donations and unless you are independently wealthy and able to self-fund your organization, you’ll need to share with folks a request for donations. Pretend it’s another charity you choose to support.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

In the nonprofit sector, stories are one of the strongest ways to make emotional connections between donors and charities. It may inspire them to donate more and get more involved with your cause. Did her donation of time or money help someone? Is someone better off today because of the donation the donor made?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 4, 2021

The good news is that once you embrace digital donor engagement tools, most of the grunt work – like donation forms and gift acknowledgements – is done for you through automation. Not to mention, this approach allows for a much larger pool of bidders to drive up bids and raise more for your cause. Encourage easy text donations.

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Achieve

MAY 3, 2024

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. A low open rate, falling below 10%, signals potential issues with the clarity or urgency of your subject line.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

Making donation appeals over the phone is an interesting middle ground between asking for donations in person and making appeals through more anonymous methods like email or on your website. This makes asking for donations over the phone somewhat tricky. Make the case during your donation request. Let’s get started!

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Events give people a reason to come out and support the cause and are the perfect backdrop to share how your charity makes a difference. In-person events like galas, benefits, and dinner parties are formal fundraisers, and a great way to celebrate your organization’s achievements, connect with supporters, and raise funds.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 16, 2013

Each year I select 31 Favorite Nonprofits to which I donate 10% of my webinar income. I realize, however, that much of the reason is due to limitations imposed by the “Donate Now” service provider that they are using. The best buttons were those that were a bright color and grabbed my attention immediately.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

The first “Donate Now” button was released in 1999 by a project of the Tides Foundation called Groundspring (acquired by Network for Good in 2005) and for the next two decades, nonprofit professionals have embraced the study of inspiring people to give online to good causes. 1) Implement Donation Page Best Practices.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. of all online donations , so it’s one of the best online fundraising ideas out there. In fact, 1 in 4 solicitation emails from peer-to-peer fundraisers result in donations, compared with 1 in 1,250 emails from a nonprofit. “1

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Coordinating an impactful marketing campaign which runs across several channels remains one of the best ways to capture your audience’s attention. Clever campaigns also deliver a great return on investment, particularly for charities or nonprofit organisations seeking to deliver an outstanding result on a limited budget.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

They are more likely to donate to a cause, attend a virtual event, or volunteer when they are invited by people they know and trust. As more organizations are relying on social media for their communication, it is becoming increasingly harder for nonprofits to attract and hold a prospective donor or volunteer’s attention.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 26, 2017

Raised by predominantly by Gen Xers who were pummeled by the Great Recession, early research about those belonging to Gen Z indicates that they are cautious about spending money, are bargain shoppers, and more likely to save than to spend. 26% have raised money for a cause and 32% have donated their own money (or allowances).

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Offer recurring donation options. Reduce donation page abandonment. As you focus your efforts and attention on growth, be sure to create a fundraising plan to help stay organized. Therefore, building relationships is key for boosting your retention rate, raising more funds, and encouraging supporters to give more.

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Qgiv

JULY 21, 2021

If you want to host a successful auction, a lot of it comes down to the planning, resources, and charity auction software that you use. Your charity auction software is one of the most important investments that you’ll make. Why is Charity Auction Software Important? But are you taking full advantage of this investment?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

By Paige Kutliek , SEO Manager at GoFundMe ––a free fundraising platform for charities, people, and the causes you care about. Crowdfunding helps you raise money for issues that are central to your organization and offset any costs not covered by your budget or other fundraising efforts. Collettey’s Cookies.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. So, how do you know which one will be THE ONE that raises big bucks for you? Pay attention to the donor/attendee experience, then weigh out the potential cost and get ready to PLAN, PLAN, PLAN!

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Dear Charity Clairity, We just launched the very beginning phase of a capital campaign to create ADA handicap access in our Studio Annex where art classes are held. You’re speaking the language of “raising money costs money.” Much success!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 12, 2015

The 32 nonprofits were bookmarked for a donation and selected because they were effective at grabbing my attention and sparking an inspiration to give through their tweets. The last time Nonprofit Tech for Good donated to a large volume of nonprofits – $25 to 28 nonprofits – 27% of the donations failed due bugs.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

Give Miami Day raises record $5.2 Once online donations passed last year’s record of $3.2 Thursday’s Give Miami Day raised $5.2 The Greater Miami Jewish Federation and The Children’s Movement of Florida reclaimed the top two spots this year for the most money raised for the day with $368,739 and $156,925, respectively.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

If you want to raise enough money to fully fund your programs, you need to use more than one tool. You need a big, hairy, audacious goal (BHAG) to attract tons of attention and support for your cause. Good stories show a dramatic difference in the ‘before’ and ‘after,’ and move people to ask questions, make a donation, or get involved.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Almost three out of four young adults are willing to raise money on behalf of an org that matters to them. It also means having a mobile-friendly, branded donation form. With CauseVox’s mobile-optimized donation forms, supporters can donate quickly and effortlessly. Leverage Peer-to-Peer. Get Started On CauseVox.

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Candid

APRIL 20, 2021

ii] Additionally, $2 million came from high-net-worth individuals, $2 million was donated by public charities, and $4 million was donated via corporate direct giving programs (see bar graph below). Twenty-eight percent ($1,315,000) of these donations were made through GoFundMe. The vast majority of these funds ($66.3

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

Don’t just mail or email a letter and hope to raise money. Short and hooky will grab the reader’s attention. On a recent coaching call, I rewrote an appeal for a homeless ministry and they raised over $20,000 with it! Grab the reader’s attention with a short, compelling first line that begins to tell a story.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

A professional benefit auctioneer is an invaluable resource for every part of your charity event. Hiring one can streamline your auction, boost your live appeal, and maximize engagement to raise more money. The Charity Event Experience. Anyone—whether they have experience or not—can drum up bids. Experience the difference.

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Achieve

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

But how can you get them to stick around for an evergreen partnership? In today’s socially-conscious age, businesses want to support charities and their missions. Once the event has wrapped up, update your corporate partner on the following: Event metrics , including how much was raised and how many people were in attendance.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

But as a nonprofit professional, you know that innovation is key to raising more dollars for your cause. It’s time to unleash your creativity for a fundraising event that stands out, connects with donors in new ways, and raises dollars for your cause. Attendees can support your cause by purchasing one-of-a-kind artwork. Online gaming.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Woodson wanted to find a way to raise awareness of African Americans’ contributions throughout history. Woodson believed that it was important to establish a theme to help focus the attention of the public. Donate to support their mission here. with Donate to support the NSBE’s programs here.

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Qgiv

MARCH 21, 2022

How Do Hospitals Raise Funds? If you don’t hit your fundraising goal in one area, you still have an opportunity to regroup and adjust goals in other areas for a comprehensive, year-round giving strategy that includes online donation forms. Why might a hospital consider raising funds for other organizations?

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Greater Giving

JULY 30, 2021

In a “hybrid” charity event , which combines a virtual audience with an in-person audience, holding a high-energy live auction wraps up the night with a bit of thrill for everyone present and watching from home. Curate an atmosphere where donors feed on one another’s charitable energy and throw in a little competition, and raise big money.

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Qgiv

JULY 6, 2022

Giving days are virtual 24-hour fundraising campaigns that nonprofits can use to raise money and awareness for their missions. The key to giving days’ success is their time-sensitive nature where donors only have 24 hours to donate to your campaign and help you reach your fundraising goals. What is a giving day? Plan your giving day.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

As nonprofit professionals, we wait and hope all day that this is the year our campaign will go viral and bring in millions of dollars in donations. And then the following day, many small, new, or unknown (due to lack of social capital) nonprofits feel defeated because they didn’t get the donations they’d hoped for. Sound familiar?

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Everyaction

OCTOBER 30, 2017

But one of the easiest things you can check off your to-do list is perfecting your donation page. The reality is, an organization’s donation page is often its own greatest enemy. There are plenty of best practices that, if implemented, make it pretty straightforward to improve conversion rates and ultimately raise more money.

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Whole Whale

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Halloween has massive attention as shown by Google Searches comparing “Halloween” and “Valentines” (day). Spooky Donation Match: Candy & A Cause. Have a donor or group of donors agree to match all donations made to your nonprofit on Halloween, up to a certain amount. ‘Zombie Walk’ for charity fundraising.

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