Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

These fundraising articles have been a hit with our readers this year. Our mission is to provide you with practical fundraising tools and ideas that you can use right away. So, we pack as much goodness as we can into our fundraising articles, bulleting out information so it’s easy to follow and easy to use.

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Greater Giving

JULY 24, 2023

As a nonprofit leader, you know the impact of successful fundraising events on your organization’s work. If you’ve invested in software to simplify auction management, you’re already taking the right steps to maximize your fundraising event’s success! Data is not only important for Form 990 filing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

After COVID-19 forced the cancellation of an annual yacht party fundraiser, Chris wanted to shift gears and establish a golf event as the board’s main fundraiser. I presented a golf tournament to the rest of the board as a feasible way to get a fundraising event done and established.”. Connecting to the Cause. Chris says.

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CauseVox

JUNE 15, 2023

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and inspire others to join your cause? At CauseVox we are inspired daily by people like you who capture hearts, ignite passion, and drive change by fundraising for causes you really care about! We’ve created this how-to so you can truly make your fundraising page shine.

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Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

While many board members give freely and openly of their time and talents, getting board members to engage in fundraising can be challenging. Cultivate a better fundraising experience—for you and your donors. Educate Your Board on What You Need Education is the key to getting board members to fundraise. Get Started Today 1.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

Having the right tools in your fundraising toolkit makes your life easier. And your fundraising more productive! If you want to raise enough money to fully fund your programs, you need to use more than one tool. Here are 8 fundraising tools that should be sharpened and ready to go in your fundraising toolkit.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

In a few different instances, you can even point donors toward helping the cause that your nonprofit champions. They can use these extra hours to rally behind your cause—little actions can truly make a large impact in the long run. 2) Donate to a charity fundraiser or start one of your own. Ready to get started? RoundUp App.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

What are the nonprofit fundraising and communications books you turn to, time and time again? Creative Deviations, How you can infuse your story-telling, fundraising and direct response with more creativity by John Lepp For years, my go-to bible for direct response was Denny Hatch’s Million Dollar Mailings. What’s your favorite?

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Are your board members resistant to fundraising ? One way to help your board members get over that resistance and discover the joy of fundraising is to show them that fundraising is really about telling and hearing stories, not asking for money. If you’re afraid of fundraising, they will be too.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2021

Email is a powerful marketing tool, but to get results you need to learn how to write fundraising emails that connect emotionally and inspire people to give. Nothing about your fundraising email should be left to chance. So, let’s look at the key pieces in detail so you know how to write fundraising emails that get results.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2022

From knowing your target audiences to getting them to donate, there’s a lot you need to know as a fundraiser. Host a fundraising auction to raise even more. If you want to raise money for your nonprofit, it helps to reassure would-be supporters that they’re giving to the right organization. Create an eye-catching donation form.

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ASU Lodestar Center

AUGUST 20, 2018

Most nonprofit leaders have complained at some point that they need their board to be more engaged in fundraising. If your board members aren't fully engaged in your fundraising efforts it's because they: are afraid of rejection. don’t know why you need to raise more money in the first place. It’s not about asking for money.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 20, 2022

It has been a long time coming, due to: Toxic workplace cultures Systemic overwork and burnout Ineffective diversity, equity, and inclusion A failure to sustain the well-being and growth of employees Frustration and restlessness caused by the ongoing global pandemic. Now, nonprofits can give them the what they want.

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Because, as a fundraising professional, I never was one for the small talk of golf outings or galas. If you’re also an introvert and you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or anxious about the prospect of raising money for nonprofits, Fundraising for Introverts: Harnessing Our Powers for What Matters is an absolute game-changer.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It makes sense that animal organizations are the second most popular type of organization people want to support—right behind youth and family causes, and tied with medical research organizations. We put together some charity donation form best practices to help you raise more money for animals! Using Storytelling in Your Appeal .

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

It’s money time. As a former CEO and fundraiser, I feel your pain and stress. My guess is that many of you are scrambling to try and meet your fundraising goals. This can cause leaders to look for any and all sources of funding to close the hole created by a dried-up revenue stream. Everyone should be offered—not forced!—the

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Qgiv

JANUARY 24, 2024

No matter where you are on your journey in the nonprofit world, fundraising is the lifeblood that fuels the important, world-changing work you do. Your passion and drive demonstrate why donors should give to your cause, but finding new donors and keeping existing ones takes something more: a solid fundraising strategy.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

This post describes actions you can take to implement the findings of Bloomerang’s 2023 Fundraising Planning and Climate Report. 1,071 fundraising professionals were surveyed at small and medium-sized nonprofits supporting a variety of causes. Not all fundraising programs look alike.

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Qgiv

MARCH 27, 2023

ChatGPT and fundraising may not be two things you’d think would go together, but the combination works better than you’d expect. Keep reading to learn more about ChatGPT and four ways you can use the AI’s tools to make your job easier. Security is another issue when it comes to ChatGPT and fundraising. How can I use ChatGPT?

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Achieve

MARCH 24, 2022

Community nonprofits, PTA fundraising groups, and thousands of other small fundraising teams struggle with the same issue: finding easy yet effective fundraisers to power their mission without breaking the bank. . simplified multichannel fundraising campaigns. fundraising ideas. Peer-to-Peer Fundraisers.

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Bloomerang

MAY 3, 2021

My last article of this two-part series, “ Nonprofit Giving Trends and Future Fundraising Strategy ,” began a discussion of smart fundraising strategies to take advantage of best practices and current trends. It covered broad brush strategies all nonprofits today should incorporate into their donor fundraising/marketing mix.

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Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2023

The explosion of activity is mind-numbing — venture capitalists have been throwing money at AI start-ups, investing over $11 billion in May alone, according to data firm PitchBook , an increase of 86% over the same month last year. Fundraising and the nonprofit sector are no different. Ours isn’t a complicated business.

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NetWits

JUNE 22, 2011

Register for our Event Fundraising Newsletter to receive monthly content and resources specifically for event fundraising professionals. It’s a pretty common goal for most organizations who run fundraising events. Add more registrants and you’ll likely improve your fundraising total – logic tells us.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

Making fundraising calls can be nerve-wracking, but it helps to have a plan in the form of a fundraising script. Why and when to use a script for fundraising. You can use these scripts in a variety of scenarios, including offering them to: Volunteers during a fundraising call bank event. Let’s dive in! How should I ask?

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

When thinking about fundraising, most people immediately think of individual donors, but corporations are another great source of potential revenue for nonprofits! They have the potential to enhance a corporation’s reputation while simultaneously contributing to a worthy cause. What is corporate giving? Engaging employees.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

For most of us, fundraising isn’t something that comes naturally, especially a straight request for donations. Asking for money, can be uncomfortable, right? We all grew up learning that it wasn’t polite to talk about money and it definitely wasn’t right to ask your friends and family for handouts. Fundraising is not about you.

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 20, 2022

8 Top Examples of Fundraising Flyers+Tips to Make Your Own. So, you have your fundraising idea locked down. Maybe you’ve drafted some fundraising letters to your community, but you’re in search of new ways to spread the word. Informational tips for your fundraising flyer. Fundraising Flyer Fundamentals.

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NetWits

MAY 25, 2011

Register for our Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Newsletter. One that's passionate about a cause and ready to be a fundraising super star! Turning your everyday supporters into fundraising superstars isn’t easy. It requires the right combination of fundraising expertise, engaged staff members, and savvy technology.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 8, 2020

When you implement donor research in your fundraising strategy, you’ll learn more about your existing donors and spot potential major giving opportunities. More often than not, companies want to give back to their communities by supporting worthy causes. . Again, you may also want to look to other local nonprofits with similar causes.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But, as a fundraiser, your job is just ramping up. That’s because fall is a busy time of year for fundraising. Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 30, 2021

To say the least, coming up with fun school fundraisers to keep their mission going is extremely important! As the school year was approaching, Communities in Schools of Central Texas launched their back-to-school fundraiser to raise money for much-needed supplies for the students and schools they serve. What They Did.

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Top Nonprofits

MARCH 12, 2021

The new year is off and running, and many nonprofits are starting to plan for this year’s fundraisers. It’s the perfect time to reevaluate your fundraising strategies, leaving the less effective approaches in the past, and considering the addition of (or emphasis on) some new ones. Let’s get started! Emphasizing Mobile Giving.

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OneCause

MARCH 14, 2023

As those in the nonprofit world realize, few things are as effective—or as time consuming—as fundraising events. These events bring in big time donations, and can have a huge impact on furthering the organization’s cause. With this in mind, how should your nonprofit go about effectively marketing your next fundraiser?

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Neon CRM

MAY 1, 2023

That concept doesn’t really work because it strips the humanity out of fundraising. All the steps that you take in moves management fundraising are dependent on a close personal connection. It’s about connecting them to your cause and showing your value. It’s all about targets and numbers and metrics.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 10, 2019

By Paige Kutliek , SEO Manager at GoFundMe ––a free fundraising platform for charities, people, and the causes you care about. To date, more than 50 million donors have given over $5 billion through the GoFundMe fundraisers. 1) Choose the right fundraiser images and videos. Collettey’s Cookies.

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Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

While many have embraced the “new normal” as we move past the pandemic, there continue to be underlying challenges for nonprofits trying to raise money in 2023. Despite organizations utilizing fundraising best practices , many challenges for nonprofits remain. drop in donor retention in Q3 of 2022. This problem is not going away.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . It’s in your job description. It’s a big job, serving as a development officer. You can be a grant writer or direct mail specialist or fundraising events specialist. You’re part of the problem.

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