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Five myths and misconceptions about Candid’s grant data

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The chart below shows how the percentage of our data sources shift as more 990 data comes in. Notes: Limited to transactions awarded by U.S.-based The primary reason we web-scrape data is to find early signals of giving trends before 990s are released to fill in the details. based foundations.

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Pop the champagne: This year Candid’s grants data set turns 21!

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Candid’s grants data set currently includes comprehensive information about over 30 million grants and other philanthropic transactions, such as pledges, in-kind gifts, program-related investments, etc. This data powers tools like Candid’s Foundation Directory , allowing users to see who’s giving what, where, and to whom.

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Fundraising Lessons from the Father of Advertising | Ogilvy on Fundraising

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Focus on selling – Judge ads by sales results, not awards. Show how gifts further the outcomes step-by-step. For example, if a mailed appeal with a matching gift incentive consistently outperforms others, keep using that format. What motivates instant digital engagement and gifts? Lean into what works.

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How to Host a Read-a-thon Fundraiser

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You could host an awards show once your fundraiser is completed to recognize participants who read the most or raised the most money. Not only will a timely thank-you note help reassure your donors that their gift was received, but it also helps them understand that they are valued by your organization and that their support matters.

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Fundraising Tickets: How to Plan a Ticketed Event for Your Nonprofit

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An Example Of A RACI Chart (Using Lord of the Rings Characters). Not only will RACI Charts limit conflict within your group, but they will also save you tons of time. Communicate the donor’s impact : Include the impact of a donor’s gift right in the order form. Check out 9 time saving fundraising event tips for more insights.

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AFP ICON 2023 Recap

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They defined data visualization as the representation of information in the form of a chart, diagram, or picture. He now oversees countless award-winning restaurants and devotes his work to giving back to underserved communities. He spoke about the evolution of his career and the mentorship that he experienced along the way.

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4 bbcon 2019 Takeaways to Help You Maximize Your Foundation’s Impact in 2020

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865,120 raised (173% of goal) – via 1,300 gifts, from 22 states, 108 nonprofit organizations participating, and 15 sponsors contributing $213,000. Alexis and Aaron also shared a chart that is extremely helpful for an organization outlining its desired vision & impact: . The end result? Moral of the story?

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