The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This is a two part article on how to create fundraising systems for your nonprofit. In Part 1, we will talk about what fundraising systems are and why they are important for development. So they tried everything in the book. In short, this nonprofit lacked fundraising systems. What are Fundraising Systems?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

The landscape of nonprofit fundraising has changed dramatically in 2024. Imagine your nonprofit’s social media fundraising strategy as planning a trip to a new country. Paid ads and buying lead lists are like booking an all-inclusive package tour. Ready to meet (and exceed) your 2024 fundraising goals?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 22, 2021

“The Surprising Gift of Doubt,” written by Marc Pitman of Concord Leadership Group, is a book that’s not just about nonprofit leadership. It can be applied to leaders in any situation, especially if you, as a leader, needs some re-grounding or refocus.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

These words, from Susan Cain’s book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking , have always resonated with me. Because, as a fundraising professional, I never was one for the small talk of golf outings or galas. “Don’t think of introversion as something that needs to be cured.”

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Storytelling has become a hot topic in non-profit fundraising. It went from something that you almost never heard about just a few years ago, to the topic of numerous books , websites and conferences today. There’s a reason for this change: storytelling is extremely important to good fundraising.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2022

It’s finally here: a new handbook on direct mail called "Creative Deviations." It’s heavy, it’s filled with 286 pages, with nice large print, easy-to-read typeface and lots of “yous.”.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

“The Generosity Crisis” identifies how the nonprofit world is in a battle for survival against many competitive, deep-pocketed and unsuspecting forces. To survive in this dynamically changing environment, nonprofits must rethink how they do what they do today with their community of supporters and donors.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

It’s the perfect time to relax, get away, and kick back to enjoy some good books from Candid’s free nonprofit eBook collection. Are you worried that a nonprofit-related book will feel like a rain cloud over your summer vibes? Perfect Phrases for Writing Grant Proposals and Perfect Phrases for Fundraising by Beverly Browning.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

As we enter 2023, we’ve compiled a list of nonprofit books from Candid’s free digital library that can help inspire your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolutions. Take your fundraising game to the next level. BeneFactors: Why Some Fundraising Professionals Always Succeed  by Joshua M. Birkholz and Amy S.

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Greater Giving

MARCH 25, 2024

How to make sure you have the right fundraising auction item descriptions to entice your guests to bid on them. Auctions are a popular event for nonprofits to put on their fundraising calendars , whether hosted as a standalone affair or part of a larger function, such as a charity gala. But how do you write a great description?

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Hands on Fundraising

MAY 17, 2022

Agents of Good are known for their creativity and utter dedication to the humanity of fundraising. The post Creative Deviations: a book you’ll want to read appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. John Lepp and Jen Love are partners in an agency you’ve probably heard of. They’re also people I’m honored to call friends.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

When small and midsized non-profits are looking for new fundraising ideas, they are usually given ideas that require a lot of work for only a little return. Things like carwashes, rummage sales, and spare change collections can raise money, but often take a ton of work in return for just a few thousand dollars of fundraising profit.

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Candid

JANUARY 31, 2024

In a sector working to address urgent issues, development professionals are under constant pressure to enhance their fundraising skillset. Enter Candid Learning —a treasure trove of educational resources designed to empower you with top-tier fundraising expertise.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 20, 2021

Humans who fundraise without being paid by your nonprofit are peer-to-peer fundraisers. They act as a “transfer device” for your nonprofit to ask for support, like other transfer devices. So, we often treat them as a device, a tool, to be managed, handled, negotiated with. but that is wrong, both practically and ethically.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 10, 2021

By GolfStatus.org – an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. While social distancing restrictions are beginning to loosen, large fundraising events like galas and auctions are likely still on pause for the rest of the year. 1) Launch an event website. 1) Launch an event website.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 21, 2011

She’s worked in development offices of all sizes and has recently put her years of experience and training down on paper in The Wild Woman’s Guide to Fundraising. I’m also excited to announce that I’ll be giving away a copy of the book for free to a reader! Why do these fundraising books have to be so BORING?”

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

If you behave in a loving way toward your constituent, you will increase revenue. If you want what is best for your constituent, you will find the right answers and the right words. By extending this philosophy to the design of our nonprofit events, we will rebuild better. We are resilient. We will find the way.

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Robert Weiner

JANUARY 7, 2016

The title of this edition is " Advancement Services: Enhancing Fundraising Success." The book was a labor of love for over 2 years by 25 of advancement services professionals, led and edited by the esteemed John Taylor. CASE has just published the third edition of its guide to Advancement Services.

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Amy Sample Ward

MAY 7, 2012

Well, it isn’t always about fundraising. Johnson’s new book, The Eight Principles of Sustainable Fundraising. Gem #1 – Put fundraising in your mission. In this book, Larry starts at the beginning (that’s even how he describes it!) So why would it be any different with fundraising!

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DonorPerfect

MAY 7, 2021

How do you keep them around, now that fundraising is taking place entirely online? The post Your Digital Donor Thank-You Kit (Free E-Book) appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs. The post Your Digital Donor Thank-You Kit (Free E-Book) appeared first on Nonprofit Technology & Fundraising Blogs.

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Hands on Fundraising

APRIL 6, 2021

I read a scary book recently. The post Fundraisers: use stories, not statistics appeared first on Hands-On Fundraising. Jonathan Gottschall What do you like to read? Dystopic, feminist, infuriating. And compelling. Gather the Daughters, by Jennie Melamed) But it did what I look to fiction to do. It took me away, to […].

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Media Cause

MARCH 15, 2021

, embracing yoga pants as acceptable work attire, thinking about what really matters in life, and maybe my favorite one of all—stealing little hidden moments to sit down with a book and just read. Books became a source of refuge, hope, learning, connection, and inspiration for a lot of folks on our Media Cause team. (We

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

As the global pandemic continues to limit the ability to hold in-person fundraising events , nonprofits are forced to create new and “virtual” giving opportunities. As a provider of online fundraising tools, such as online auctions and virtual gala software , our team has helped charities move their events online. “We

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Transforming Donations into Connections: Reward-Based Fundraising Strategies Imagine turning every donation into a bridge, connecting the heart of your cause with the generosity of your supporters. Rethinking Rewards: Beyond Tangible Gifts Rewards in fundraising don’t always need to be physical items.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As we spring further into a new year, it’s time for your fundraising efforts to pick up speed! Spring fundraisers are a great way to bring your community together while gaining support for your cause. Here’s a list of spring fundraising ideas to help you celebrate the season with your supporters: Spring fundraising ideas 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 9, 2020

By Scot Chisholm , CEO and Co-founder of Classy ––a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Lower the barrier to entry for participants (with less time off, no flights, and no hotel bookings).

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 23, 2024

Why is a CFRE certification important for fundraising professionals, and how can it elevate your career? The CFRE certification is an accredited credential designed specifically for fundraising professionals. Job Development Having a CFRE certification offers you greater confidence in the work you already do in nonprofit fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 26, 2020

By Katie Casillas , director of marketing at GolfStatus.org , an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. Planning amid uncertainty presents substantial challenges—especially for event fundraisers who must book venues, sign contracts, and send invites, all the while being ready to adapt with just-in-case protocols.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2010

My head is spinning from the large number of vendors now available to the nonprofit sector for “Donate Now&# buttons and peer-to-peer fundraising. I have a couple of favorites that will be discussed in the book , but I know there are some other good vendors out there that are not on my radar screen. Book Tour ??. ? ?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2021

Why are so many fundraisers, but particularly fundraisers of color, distraught, marginalized, left out, and burned out ? . The book is an anthology of stories written by fundraisers of color in the United States and Canada: . When I was asked to contribute to the book, I responded with a resounding “YES.”

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sgEngage

APRIL 10, 2023

Fundraising is often a necessity for schools to provide students and teachers with resources that set them up for success. Planning and implementing school fundraisers can involve a lot of work, but that doesn’t mean they have to feel like a chore. How do you turn a standard campaign into a fundraiser your community will love?

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The author of numerous novels including Beyond Fundraising, and her best-selling book, The Ultimate Board Member's Book, and recipient of multiple awards including The AFP Global Fundraising Professional of the Year Award.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As the coach of a youth sports team or the leader of a school-affiliated academic bowl team, you know that there are some aspects of team fundraising that make it different—and often more challenging—than other types of fundraising. Team members can personalize their efforts. Reaching goals is easier through teamwork. Fellow students.

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Bonterra

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Giving Tuesday 2021 has come and gone and early signs are pointing to another banner year for nonprofits in the United States!

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Fundraising is hard—and throwing a flesh-and-blood fundraiser event is even harder. But not all fundraisers are difficult and time-consuming to pull off. That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 19 easy fundraisers you can use in between major events to engage your supporters, build community, and—of course—raise some money.

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Break free from the biggest stereotype holding you back – the misguided belief that only extroverts can be successful fundraisers. A very special MotivateMonday episode. Click the image below to view.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 29, 2013

E-Book #1: Fundraising and Marketing Tips for Nonprofits. The npEXPERTS e-book includes Forbes’ most influential, top bloggers, CFRE/ACFREs, animal lovers and association pros, pioneers and innovators, peer-to-peer fundraisers and direct response agitators, online fundraising experts and direct mail gurus all in one place.

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