Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

The first “Donate Now” button was released in 1999 by a project of the Tides Foundation called Groundspring (acquired by Network for Good in 2005) and for the next two decades, nonprofit professionals have embraced the study of inspiring people to give online to good causes. 1) Implement Donation Page Best Practices.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 16, 2023

We all know those magical events that not only raise funds but also leave a lasting impression on everyone present. The Power of Events in Nonprofit Fundraising Events are a game-changer for nonprofits, and here’s why: Raise funds : Events help you generate funds through ticket sales, sponsorships, auctions, and donations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 23, 2023

Please include a fill in the blank where the letter mentions the amount they raised through pledges for the fundraiser. Please mention that the funds raised are going to help local recipients with covering missed wages while in treatment. Note—the copy should be focused on inspiring readers to support the cause and buy tickets.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Spring fundraisers are a great way to bring your community together while gaining support for your cause. Bake sale Bake sales are always a delightful way to raise funds for your organization. You can also put out a donation jar for donors who want to support your cause but don’t want to purchase an item.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Donor plants jump up at your gala’s auction , raise their hand high, and start, or advance, the bidding. Having a donor plant in the audience will help you raise more funds. Many plants are identified from the attendee lists of past events, the ticket purchasers, table sponsors, and auction bidders.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

But as a nonprofit professional, you know that innovation is key to raising more dollars for your cause. It’s time to unleash your creativity for a fundraising event that stands out, connects with donors in new ways, and raises dollars for your cause. Attendees can support your cause by purchasing one-of-a-kind artwork.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Some individual board members may want to start with “easier” tasks like thanking donors, but eventually, they should be directly helping raise thousands of dollars annually. A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

With the right church giving software, your church can employ new ways to raise funds to support your mission. These simple fundraising ideas for churches are a great way to raise money and grow your congregation. Fasting pledges. We’ve put together some of our favorite church fundraiser ideas. Fundraising events. The best part?

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

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. All you have to do is gather prizes donated by local businesses and sponsors, then sell low-cost tickets for the chance to win them in your drawing.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For this fundraising event, you’ll need to team up with a local paint and sip store like Pinot’s Palette or Painting with a Twist that’s willing to paint it forward with a percentage of the night’s proceeds going to your cause. Teams of bowlers raise money to participate, either in-person or online using a fundraising platform.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

If you’re a nonprofit professional, you’re likely familiar with the hustle of securing funding for your cause. From brainstorming new fundraising ideas to reaching out to prospective donors, nonprofits use much of their team members’ time to figure out how to raise more money. What Is Corporate Giving?

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 13, 2022

For example, donors who submit a pledge or donation at an auction can see their name and gift appear on a large scoreboard, complete with a fundraising thermometer, if your software supports this. All of this culminates in raising more money for your cause.

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Qgiv

JUNE 1, 2021

With the right church giving software, your church can employ new ways to raise funds to support your mission. These simple fundraising ideas for churches are a great way to raise money and grow your congregation. Fasting pledges. We’ve put together some of our favorite church fundraiser ideas. Fundraising events. The best part?

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CauseVox

APRIL 25, 2022

But aside from thinking about this season as just a time to raise money, also stop to consider how you can truly enhance relationships with these current donors while you’re making the big “ask.”. Check out this list of 7 spring fundraising ideas that focus on raising money AND deepening relationships with your current donors.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

By tapping into this enthusiasm and organizing creative fundraisers that resonate with your audience, your nonprofit can harness the power of summer to raise extra funds. Outdoor Movie Night An outdoor movie night is a fun and engaging way to bring your community together while raising funds for your nonprofit.

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CauseVox

JULY 14, 2022

At its heart, a capital campaign is a targeted fundraising effort that aims to raise large amounts of funds for a specific project or purpose. Generally you’ll be running your campaign for somewhere between six months and a year to raise the funds you need. So let’s start with the basics: what is a capital campaign?

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Given the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser is the best way to take advantage of the opportunity to raise funds while keeping things light and fun! Additionally, funds could be raised through an online auction within the gala, and fundraising is tracked with a virtual fundraising thermometer.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

With the combined power of your supporters’ passion for your mission and fundraising knowledge you provide, your peer-to-peer participants will amplify your fundraising efforts and spread the word about your cause to their networks to raise money for your campaign. Gamification tools. Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser Ideas. 2) A-thon events.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

Events give people a reason to come out and support the cause and are the perfect backdrop to share how your charity makes a difference. In-person events like galas, benefits, and dinner parties are formal fundraisers, and a great way to celebrate your organization’s achievements, connect with supporters, and raise funds.

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BoardAssist

DECEMBER 15, 2014

This week guest blogger Gail Perry is back with her top tips to help us all raise more money by mail. 112 Tips to Raise More Money by Mail. I’ve updated my annual list of Top Tips to Raise More Money by Mail with the latest 2014 research and recommendations from my favorite mail gurus. Raising more from your top donors.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 10, 2015

When we ask people to sponsor a team for a walk or run , we want them to make a connection with a mission. The runner or walker or biker becomes a means to the end of raising the profile and funding for that cause. The individual is their cause. They are racing, as it were, for the cure. The Passion Connection.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

In the spirit of giving and service, host a serve-a-thon fundraiser to show some love for your community while also raising money for your mission. Set up a hot chocolate stand at your events to treat your supporters to some chocolatey goodness while raising money for your organization’s mission. Host a serve-a-thon.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Given the reality of the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual holiday fundraiser is the best way to take advantage of the opportunity to raise funds while keeping things light and fun! Additionally, funds could be raised through an online auction within the gala, and fundraising is tracked with a virtual fundraising thermometer.

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NTEN

JUNE 7, 2011

There are so many ways to raise money for your nonprofit or charitable cause. These may be easy to execute, as they don’t require much planning, yet they are far less personal than community-based fundraisers, providing less of an opportunity to increase awareness about your cause. Highmark Inc.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause. With a shoe drive fundraiser, you can help your gently used, never worn shoes find new, loving homes while raising money for your cause. Straw Draw.

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CauseVox

MARCH 13, 2024

They have raised $57 million for their network of nearly 500 small, local nonprofits, with support from 10,000+ donors. 2023 Giving Day Results Each year, Spur Local hosts a huge Give Local Campaign on GivingTuesday; in 2023, they had their best giving day yet, raising $1,039,078 million across 5,347 donations.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

Let's begin by asking a question: "Why do donors choose to give money to one worthy cause over another?". But many donors – specifically new prospects – need a compelling reason why they should choose to give to one cause over another. Many donors choose to contribute based on their support of an individual over a cause.

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Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Despite increasing commercialism, the holidays traditionally get people thinking about ways they can give—whether they’re wrapping gifts for loved ones or donating time and money to a cause they care about. billion to causes they care about, a 29% increase from 2019. Our clients benefited from this incredible jump in donations, too!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 30, 2018

By understanding how people make the decisions they do, your NPO can take strategic steps to raise more money and drum up more support, without running yourself ragged in the process. Here are five tips for using behavioral science theories to engage your supporters and raise more money for your NPO: 1. Here’s what you need to know.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Let’s dive into five ways that nonprofits can diversify funding in 2023: Monthly Giving and Pledges. 1) Monthly Giving and Pledges. There are two types of recurring giving: Monthly Giving Programs and Donation Pledges. What are Donation Pledges? Pledges are similar to monthly giving programs with some slight differences.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The audience then places their bids by raising bid paddles, calling out amounts, or catching the auctioneer’s attention in some other way. And more bids often means more money raised! Offer Outstanding Items Charity auctions are fun, engaging opportunities for donors to get cool items while supporting a great cause.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

FEBRUARY 9, 2009

The event takes a television concept from the 1960's, the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethons , which does non-stop celebrity performances and pitching to raise money for charity and puts it on Twitter as well as live streaming on ustream.tv. There have also been multi-channel events to raise awareness for causes and charities.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Here are some to consider: Art: Art auctions serve a valuable purpose because they don’t just raise funds, they also spread awareness and appreciation of the works being auctioned. They may be able to work with local stores or boutiques that act as sponsors and also get to show off their collections.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 16, 2022

Illuminate India and Clubhouse Guatemala both completely cover the cost of many of the children in their programs with monthly sponsors. The more people care about your nonprofit’s cause, the more they give and the more often they give. For animal causes it’s about $22. Click To Tweet. Special Ask event.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 26, 2012

There are a thousand ways to raise funds. A powerful payment management solution to facilitate recurring donations and pledges. A private community management system to engage your sponsors by building your own private online community. raise funds via charity auctions. Upload short video clips to promote your cause.

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Tech Soup

MAY 13, 2011

He raised $28 million online, of which, “90% [of the contributions] were under $100, with over 250,000 contributors.” Jen Burton, Community Director of Causes Fundraising Focus: Facebook. Causes is the largest Facebook fundraising application and most nonprofits are likely familiar with it. More on how it works.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 20, 2012

The App also provides: adoptable dog search by zip code, simple giving to help homeless pets, and their grassroots pledge to start seeing invisible dogs. Michelle mentioned that this was their largest online donation action from a sponsor, but they had tested the idea with several smaller sponsors.

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