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Do Negativity And Alarm Really Raise More Funds?

Bloomerang

A nonprofit CEO reader writes: “My inbox and mailbox are flooded with fundraising appeals from causes using the words ‘terrifying,’ ‘alarming,’ ‘emergency.’ “Yes, Does negativity and alarm really raise funds?” —John, CEO of a civic education nonprofit Dear John, This is a top-of-mind question for many fundraising professionals.

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Raise More, Worry Less: How to Safeguard Your Nonprofit’s Funds

Bloomerang

As a nonprofit, you work tirelessly to raise funds, and it’s important to ensure that every dollar raised goes towards your mission. We’ll discuss the potential risks associated with donation processing and provide proactive measures you can take to safeguard your nonprofit’s funds.

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Reach Full Funding Potential: 6 Donor Acquisition Strategies

Allegiance Group

Donor acquisition is the process of attracting new supporters and convincing them to donate to your cause through marketing efforts. Typically, this involves educating them about your cause or issue and highlighting the work you do. Keep in mind that these platforms are good for much more than just donor acquisition.

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How to Get Millennials to Support Your Cause

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes How to Get Millennials to Support Your Cause. With that in mind, it’s time to start thinking about your millennial engagement strategy. They are cause-oriented. Perhaps the strongest bridge between the millennial generation and your nonprofit is that they are deeply cause-driven.

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How to Use Storytelling for Nonprofits to Tug Heartstrings and Raise Funds

Get Fully Funded

Fatima is doing very poorly in school because she has no energy, and she is not consuming enough calories to keep her mind sharp. In our story, the resolution would be raising enough funds to provide every school child with a nutritional breakfast and lunch. You’re connecting people with causes they care about.

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Funding And Grant Resources For Nonprofits Serving The LGBTQ+ Community

Bloomerang

With that in mind, I wanted to share a list of funding and grant resources available for nonprofits serving that community. Grant Research Tip : As you search for funding opportunities, keep an eye on the grant application deadlines. Funding Priority: LGBTQ+. Urgent Action Fund. Visibility Impact Fund.

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Elements of A Successful Fund-A-Need Appeal

Greater Giving

Fund-a-need appeals are a great way to get potential donors excited about your organization. You can use this type of appeal to raise money for anything: from equipment that’s needed in your office to funds for a new program or initiative. Is your organization looking for funding to support one of its programs?

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