TechImpact

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Are they just empty buzzwords, or actual tools that can help your nonprofit raise money online? The key is using stories to get people’s attention on social media channels. Social media is great for enticing potential supporters and piquing their interest, through eye-catching visuals and emotional stories.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

Other events are smaller, more intimate gatherings where guests are directly asked for money. 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?

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Raising funds for nonprofit organizations is both an art and a science. This blog post will cover various strategies your organization can employ to raise crucial funds for your nonprofit organization. Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. Next, pay attention to the text on your online donation form.

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sgEngage

JUNE 6, 2024

As part of the planning and preparation for their upcoming fiscal year, her sustainer (monthly donor) fundraising targets had been raised. What’s the Deal with Converting Peer-to-Peer Donors into Real Supporters? There’s no formal cultivation in place, and very little is done to try and convert a P2P donor into an actual supporter.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

The pandemic has drastically altered the ways nonprofits interact with their supporters. Without in-person events, nonprofits are turning to digital and social media to fundraise and grow their supporter base. By interacting with your nonprofit’s posts on social media, supporters are amplifying your message beyond their social clique.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner , and a great way to make the most of it is to encourage volunteers to raise money for you from their friends on Facebook that day! Very few nonprofits received matching funds, but over $120 million was raised for charity. I also encourage volunteers to ask for a specific amount of money.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

There is no money, there are no resources, and the situation is only getting worse. In our story, the resolution would be raising enough funds to provide every school child with a nutritional breakfast and lunch. Version 1: By providing financial support to our efforts, you can help impact families affected by domestic violence.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 16, 2022

In fact, 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media decide to support them in some way. They’re itching to travel, but if they have money to spend on plane tickets, it’s quite possible they have some leftover for online giving. Donors who set up a DonorPerfect crowdfunding page raise an average of $568 individually!

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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. Now, text messaging is ingrained into our everyday lives.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Nonprofit-facing fundraising apps are those that your nonprofit staff members use to raise money on the go. 25+ Fundraising Apps for Your Nonprofit to Consider Fundraising apps can be powerful tools for raising more for your mission, but each one is different and will provide different benefits to your organization.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 23, 2020

By Paige Kutliek , SEO Manager at GoFundMe Charity – an easy-to-use platform that helps nonprofits raise money by offering robust fundraising features , such as custom branding, registration and ticketing, advanced data reporting, and customizable donate buttons. Surprise supporters with your next event. Spin class disco.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The first thing you can try is adding a little bit of copy on your donation form that draws attention to your recurring options. That copy can take lots of forms—you can include a call for recurring gifts at the top of your donation page, for example, or you can use design to draw attention to your recurring options.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2024

With DAFs, your donors can contribute to your cause in a way that encourages long-term support while benefiting from tax deductions. These partnerships with businesses corporations can help both you and your for-profit partners widen your audiences while providing extra financial support for your mission.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

What if you could convert those one-time donors into engaged supporters that give again? In the timeline below, we tell you exactly when to send emails designed to cultivate a relationship with your new Giving Tuesday supporters. Supporters give to your organization to make a difference. When to send it: Wednesday, 12/2.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

But you’re already hustling as hard as possible to build support, raise money, and make a difference. Why event registration and data collection are important to nonprofits It’s true you can post on social media to get supporters’ attention, but that’s kind of like throwing spaghetti at a wall and hoping some of it’ll stick.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. I’ve updated my annual list of Top Tips to Raise More Money by Mail with the latest 2014 research and recommendations from my favorite mail gurus. Thanks Gail!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

We’ve done the legwork and compiled the top ways Chat GPT and AI can help your team save resources, perform tasks, and raise more funds. For nonprofits, it’s proving to be a valuable resource for writing communications, deepening engagement with supporters, and fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 30, 2023

In the digital age, where information travels rapidly and online interactions shape public perception, nonprofits that prioritize their online presence build trust, attract support, and foster long-term engagement. Openly sharing stories about your work, outcomes, and financial stewardship fosters trust and demonstrates accountability.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

You can create and run an online campaign to support an offline appeal or an event. So, give this effort the time and attention it deserves! If you scramble at the last minute to put this together, it will show — and chances are good you’ll raise less money with a poorly-done online fundraising campaign.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

By Rob Leighton , Executive Director and Founder at iMission Institute – a social sector marketing agency and technology consulting firm specializing in helping nonprofits raise more money, fire up engagement, and streamline work. They’re out there by the hundreds, maybe by the thousands. Your potential donors. More on this below.)

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The word “gala” conjures images of glittering ballrooms, elegant attendees, and a night dedicated to supporting a worthy cause. A charity gala is a formal fundraising event aimed at raising significant sums for a chosen nonprofit. Thank them for their support and highlight the impact their contribution makes.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Spring fundraisers are a great way to bring your community together while gaining support for your cause. There’s a plethora of seasonal themes to base your fundraisers around that can help you entice your supporters’ giving spirit into full bloom. Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Spending some time planning your year-end fundraising activities will help you connect with donors, inspire them to support your work, and start building donor relationships that will carry over into the next year and beyond. How to Set a Year-End Fundraising Goal How much would you like to raise during your year-end campaign?

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 11, 2023

A clean list , with the most current email and mailing addresses, will save you money and help you reach the right people fast. What difference will their money make? Don’t just mail or email a letter and hope to raise money. They think they can just throw some words on a page and then sit back and collect the money.

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CauseVox

JUNE 29, 2022

Luckily it doesn’t take too much time or work to create a donation experience that captures your donor’s attention and brings in increased donations. Donors know how to complete the form and exactly what their gift is supporting, all at a glance. Raise More With Less Effort Through CauseVox Donation Pages. Check it out.

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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. You’ll have the confidence of knowing when the time is right to spend money on programs, something many young and small organizations struggle with.

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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. No one wants to support a mediocre vision. It’s easier to raise money when you’re proactive instead of reactive.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

Individuals raising money for a cause they care about deeply want to surpass their donation goals and build enthusiasm for the mission. Do you have neighbors, doctors, or local business owners who might support your fundraising efforts? You know your supporters best and which outlets they use the most. Hit them up.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 12, 2019

Share expertise on your website and on other websites or blogs to raise your rankings. Links from your site and to your site raise SEO rankings. Plus, it is a bonus sense of pride for them to see an organization they support ranked highly. 4) You will have a constant stream of potential supporters.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re looking to brush up on best practices for annual appeals, boost your fundraising game on social media this GivingTuesday , or build expert storytelling skills to win over supporters this giving season and beyond, we’ve got you covered with this list of 12 free nonprofit books.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 19, 2023

With these packages, you can spotlight your cause and mission while raising money for your organization. Luxury travel packages are perfect for your silent auction, live auction, and paddle raise. Luxury travel packages are becoming increasingly popular with fundraisers.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Boost your fundraising team’s effectiveness with Nonprofit Fundraising Software that supports and maximizes their work. We want to help streamline what they’re already doing, save time, and ultimately raise more money for the cause. You’re missing out on some great ways to save money and time with the help of automation!

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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. Giving Tuesday is a global initiative where nonprofits leverage the power of the internet to raise money and spread awareness of their mission to people around the world. What is a giving day?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

Or a Facebook fundraiser that raised so little it was embarrassing. Your request for support should connect with the passion your donor or prospect already has for the work your nonprofit does. After more than 20 years of raising money, here are the 5 words that I believe are the most powerful to get people to donate: 1.

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Simply focus your attention on donor engagement. Whether you’re ready to jump back into in-person fundraising or would rather host a virtual event-free fundraiser , you’ll need tools in place to keep donors’ attention and motivate them to give. How do you turn a standard campaign into a fundraiser your community will love?

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Fundraisers at mission-driven organizations know that relying on only one avenue for funding the mission isn’t sustainable—the key to successfully raising the money your organization needs to operate programs and advance your mission is to diversify your fundraising programs. Ensure flexibility, convenience, and privacy. Flexibility.

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BoardAssist

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Use the Word “Profit” to Get Your Board’s Attention! Then they will understand more clearly that investing in fundraising will bring a nice return on the money invested. Here’s the Carrot: Start discussing “how much money we are leaving on the table each year” because we don’t have the resources to go after it. Thanks Gail!

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