The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 2, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes How to Get Millennials to Support Your Cause. They will certainly be essential to your nonprofit’s long-term sustainability, so we’re taking a look at what makes millennials tick and offering suggestions for the best ways to get them involved with your cause. They are cause-oriented.

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EveryAction

MAY 2, 2023

That’s why we often say that advocacy is for everyone: when decisions are being made that affect your organization’s work, mission, and vision, it just makes sense to get involved, unite your supporters, and move them to take action with you in pursuit of a specific mission-oriented goal. This means their voices hold power in a range of ways.

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frontstream

MARCH 1, 2024

Nonprofits know that, like small donations, these small credit card and platform donation processing fees add up. That’s why we give fundraisers the option to empower and engage donors with the option to cover associated fees to ensure every dollar of their donation goes to the cause they’re passionate about supporting!

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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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sgEngage

APRIL 17, 2024

In digital philanthropy, it has never been more important to seek out and embrace innovations, especially innovations in online donation forms. Your online giving form is the primary instrument you use to process a donation, and it’s also the key tool you use for collecting valuable information about your donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 13, 2020

By Christy Noel , Vice President of Digital Marketing Services at MobileCause – a company that pioneered text-to-donate and also offers an extensive suite of online, mobile and event fundraising solutions. You did it: your donation appeal was a success. Make sure your website is mobile optimized for donors using their cell phones.

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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. Memorable Experiences : Offer rewards that bring donors closer to your cause.

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EveryAction

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, which means many organizations are busy identifying ways to show supporters appreciation for their financial support, volunteer hours, and help promoting their organization’s purpose and programs—and showing this kind of appreciation often means communicating the impact a supporter has had.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Volunteers sit outside grocery stores, ringing bells and encouraging shoppers to donate to their cause. With so many options for charitable giving, people want to know how they can donate wisely. If you want to give to causes that tug at your heartstrings, you’ve come to the right place.

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Donorbox

DECEMBER 22, 2023

The art of soliciting donations is essential for the long-term success of a nonprofit. While many people are uncomfortable asking for donations, it remains a necessary part of fundraising. Donors expect appeals from nonprofits and look forward to the opportunity to support causes they hold dear.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 11, 2023

This is a new series from Bloomerang called Why I Donated. In each post, one donor will share what inspired them to make a donation and why they donated to that specific nonprofit. The Donation : $200. The Cause : LGBTQ advocacy and programming | See how Bloomerang supports LGBTQIA+ organizations. .

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DonorPerfect

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A successful donation form is no longer optional for nonprofits; it’s the essential gateway for supporters to contribute to your cause. Even though 94% of nonprofits accept online donations, simply having a form on your website isn’t sufficient.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

We may serve different causes or operate in different areas of the world. However, we all need donations, and corporate giving is a reliable way to generate those funds. Let’s break down two of the most popular forms of corporate philanthropy: sponsorships and donations. billion in just one year.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Supercharge Giving Tuesday Contributions with an Optimized Donation Page With #GivingTuesday just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to put our heads together and think about how we can forge the best experience for those kind-hearted souls who are looking to support our mission.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Not all donations need to be monetary! By accepting in-kind donations, you can ask your donors to provide resources for your mission in ways that may be more accessible for some of your supporters. Despite not donating financially, in-kind donations can still qualify as a tax dedication, further benefiting your donors.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

As donations decline and donors look elsewhere to support good causes, nonprofits should consider a cultural revolution around philanthropy.

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EveryAction

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether your organization advocates for policy change on the national, state, or local level, mobilizing your supporters to place advocacy calls to their legislators is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal—and with support from the right technology, it can also be one of the most convenient.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 26, 2020

The growing popularity of this method allows anyone with the right recording setup and a stack of video games to start collecting money for a charitable cause. These solicit donations from attendees as well as viewers following the event via livestream. They’ve set a new donation record for every match since.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the art of crafting the perfect thank-you donation letter and explore its significance in fostering lasting connections with your donors. Highlight the specific initiative or project the donation supports. In Memoriam Donations: Extend heartfelt condolences.

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CauseVox

JUNE 26, 2023

That’s why adding a tribute donation option to your donation page is a small thing that can make a big difference. In this article, we will explore the benefits of incorporating a tribute donation feature to help your supporters donate in honor of someone. What Are Tribute Donations?

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Bloomerang

MARCH 1, 2023

In this post, we talk to Becky, a n editor in Buffalo, about why she donated $20 to The Trevor Project. The Cause : The Trevor Project offers suicide prevention and mental health support for LGBTQ+ youth. The Donation : $20 What inspired you to make a donation to The Trevor Project?

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Turning Crisis into Community: How to Make Emergency Donors Lifelong Supporters As nonprofit professionals, we are all too familiar with the cycle of emergency fundraising. Why Monthly Donations Matter Monthly donations are key to long-term donor retention and providing sustainable support for non-profits.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. Effective nonprofit financial management helps you maximize the value of the donations you receive and fulfill the vision of your nonprofit.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 4, 2024

A donation drive is a purposeful and organized effort to mobilize individuals, communities, or businesses to contribute resources, typically in the form of monetary funds, goods, or services, towards a specific cause or charitable organization. Diversifying Revenue Streams Relying solely on grants or individual donations can be risky.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

#GivingTuesday invites donors, along with their family, friends, and colleagues to share about the causes they care about most as they switch their sights from holiday shopping to give back in a social and celebratory way. Pair the power of social media with a donor’s passion for your cause. Here’s what she recommends: #2.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 6, 2023

Text-to-Donate , also sometimes called Text-to-Give or text fundraising , is a tool that allows your nonprofit to receive donations by contacting individuals in your organization’s donor list via text message. Here are five ways you can use the Text-to-Donate feature to enhance your fundraising success.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2024

Her team at Cause Fokus uses empathy-based marketing to turn passive audiences into loyal advocates. Individual giving has seen a steep decline, with donors becoming more selective about the causes they support. In this environment, building a community of loyal advocates for your cause is more important than ever before.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

There is so much to learn about Black history and culture and how it has shaped our world, and there are several ways you can support Black businesses and organizations in celebration of Black History Month. These nonprofits rely on funds from generous donors to keep their work going and to provide support to the Black community.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 9, 2023

While your individual donors fund most of your donations, it’s best to also look for other sources of revenue. Cause marketing is a great way to build a relationship with a business to make your fundraising more sustainable. What is cause marketing? Three of the most common types of cause marketing are: Point-of-sale.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Did you know that each year, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are a major cause of death and lasting disability? These numbers highlight a desperate need for support and care. The American Brain Foundation , supported by the prestigious American Academy of Neurology, funds research into these interrelated brain diseases.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 8, 2023

In this post, we talk to a donor who made a donation within one minute of learning about Out Boulder County. The Nonprofit : Out Boulder County The Donation : $20 What inspired you to make a donation to Out Boulder County? along with a link to a donation page. Were you familiar with the organization before donating?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In an era where many donors today rarely carry cash and pay for products daily with taps, apps, and 1-click buttons, nonprofits must adapt to acquire, retain and cultivate their biggest supporters. During 2020, nonprofits saw a 42% drop in cash donations ; these numbers stayed low in preceding years, never rising to pre-COVID levels.

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Donations: Pro Tips for Tackling Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Challenges Are you struggling to inspire donors and fuel your peer-to-peer fundraising program? Discover strategies that will not only overcome these challenges but also significantly increase the donations you receive.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When you’re fundraising online , your nonprofit donation page is often one of the first interactions people have with your organization, so it’s important to create an effective donation experience. The most effective donation pages are simple, impactful, and quick to complete.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

The rise of social media has also given rise to online giving on cause awareness and giving days. The urgency of a campaign occurring on a certain day inspires individuals to donate, but only if your nonprofit prepares in advance and creates an online campaign that taps into the impulsivity of cause awareness and giving day donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. Donors are familiar and comfortable with this type of spending and are likely to connect and engage with this donation style.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

The most important thing you must do when you receive a donation of any size is immediately thank your donor warmly and provide a donation receipt. And it can’t be just any boring donation receipt. Let’s take a look at what an awesome donation receipt looks like so you can nail yours. The nonprofit receives the gift.

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