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Funding & Grant Resources For Nonprofits Focused On Education

Kindful

To assist in the arduous grant research process, I’ve created this list of grant resources and funders according to a specific funding focus area: education. . Funding is awarded year-round for a variety of uses, including general operating support, programmatic support, and capacity building. International Paper Foundation.

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Are You Stewarding Your Donors?

The Fundraising Authority

An astute reader e-mailed me after the article was published to remind me that I forgot one important piece of the puzzle: stewarding donors after they give. It takes far fewer resources (time, money, and effort) to renew or upgrade a current donor than it does to find, cultivate, and ask a new prospect.

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Unlocking The Power Of A Donor Thank You: Feeding America’s Approach

Bloomerang

Charity Navigator has awarded Feeding America a four-star rating for ten consecutive years. Taking a multi-pronged approach Feeding America advises using a multi-pronged direct marketing approach that includes and integrates direct mail, personal phone calls (including telemarketing), texting, and video.

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8 Tried-and-True (Secret) Individual Donor Fundraising Action Tips

Bloomerang

Ask them if they’ll write a brief handwritten note on the next appeal you mail (give them a few sample notes). If they can’t come into the office, send them a bunch of sticky notes to write and mail back to you; insert these into the appropriate envelopes. Enclose tribute giving envelopes in mailed newsletters and/or annual reports.

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Top benefits for association leaders to connect with their volunteer members

Nimble AMS

When volunteers feel appreciated, they’re more likely to invest in your association, saving your staff precious time and resources. Volunteers save your association time and resources. Have leaders give volunteers awards and express gratitude for their ongoing commitment to the organization. . Design a volunteer perk program.

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How to harness the power of peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns

Candid

You might show this by sharing relevant awards or certifications, such as your Candid Seal of Transparency. Provide them with the tools, resources, and fundraising tactics they can use to advocate for your campaign with their own networks. Leveraging direct mail. Giving a gift.

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Thursday Thoughts: attracting passionate nonprofit advocates

EveryAction

Here are some quick tips: Explain why and have a plan: Plan your strategy first , and make sure you have thought through your strategy and resources before you dive into tactics. Tell your supporters clearly and directly what your goal is, the why behind your goal, and how you need your volunteers to take action.

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