Bloomerang

AUGUST 12, 2022

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on where to seek endowment funding for their local historic charity. . If you have a local community foundation , begin there. Have a question for our Fundraising Coach? Who do you help?

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2022

The summer brings with it the opportunity to take advantage of the great weather and use the great outdoors for great fundraising. We’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. National Nail Polish Day (June 1). National Repeat Day (June 3). National Repeat Day (June 3).

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Saleforce Nonprofit

APRIL 5, 2021

Each April, hundreds of thousands of companies and nonprofits celebrate National Volunteer Month in the United States — and millions more throughout the year celebrate across the world. When planning for National Volunteer Month, the team considers stakeholders, SDG focus, impact measurement and call to action.

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Amy Sample Ward

NOVEMBER 26, 2013

Giving Tuesday is a movement to create a national day of giving to kick off the giving season added to the calendar on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. The second annual GivingTuesday is on December 3rd and you’re invited to join the celebration with NTEN! Want to participate?

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. March 7 is National Cereal Day and who doesn’t love a cereal buffet? Purim Costume Party Fundraiser (varies; usually early-mid March).

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Greater Giving

APRIL 1, 2024

Celebrate Service: Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024! From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time to recognize the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. Let’s Celebrate Volunteer Week 2024 Together! How are you celebrating National Volunteer Week 2024?

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

If your nonprofit hosts one or more fundraising events, you know that it’s easy to become predictable with the excuse that “we’ve always done this.” And long-time fundraising events have merit and are often steeped in tradition. Here are five out-of-the-ordinary types of nonprofit fundraising events. A road race.

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CauseVox

JUNE 28, 2021

Since 2012, thousands of nonprofits have run campaigns on CauseVox ’s fundraising platform. Some of these campaigns have been more traditional—such as an online peer-to-peer fundraising campaign, while others break the mold. That’s why you should try incorporating more events into your charity’s annual fundraising plan.

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Classy

APRIL 16, 2021

We’re acknowledging eight nonprofits leading the charge with dedicated fundraising campaigns as communities unite to support a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable planet. You’ll find their mission statements, creative fundraising examples , and how to connect with each of them below. Why Do We Celebrate Earth Day?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

This holiday season, o ne-quarter of consumers plan to shop specifically at a local or small business. . Is the item locally sourced or sustainable? What kind of packaging is used in shipping or can it be picked up locally? Does the purchase support a Black-owned or LGBTQIA+-owned business?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

An important part of being an effective fundraiser is staying up to date on current fundraising trends , industry best practices, and donor preferences. In addition to the info-packed sessions and workshops, these conferences provide invaluable opportunities to connect with other fundraisers, share ideas, and encourage each other.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Given that I am in Brasil, I wanted to participate and experience local activities. Organizations as Greenpeace, SOS Global Villages, Care, Rotary International, The Red Cross, The Avon Institute as well many other smaller, local nonprofits. I’m also attending local fundraiser for nonprofit Food Bank in Brasil.

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NTEN

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

Giving Tuesday is a movement to create a national day of giving to kick off the giving season added to the calendar on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. The second annual GivingTuesday is on December 3rd and you''re invited to join the celebration with NTEN! Want to participate?

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sgEngage

APRIL 6, 2021

Beecher Hicks III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, TN. NMAAM is the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. Technology enables us to be as national as our name implies.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 20, 2012

Maybe one is that Giving Tuesday becomes an official national holiday or becomes an annual event like Cyber Monday. Giving Days are not a new idea and have been successful in local communities and entire states, like GiveMN which raised $2 million in 24 hours using the Razoo platform.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 27, 2023

One such effective strategy is hosting fundraising events with consignment auction packages. In this blog post, we will explore what consignment auction packages are and provide valuable tips on how to select and promote them at nonprofit fundraising events. What is a Consignment Auction Package?

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Adding a golf tournament to your fundraising event roster is a win-win for your nonprofit and your donors—your nonprofit adds a reliable income stream and your donors get to support your mission through a fun activity. According to GolfStatus , the average golfer’s net worth is over $768,000, well above the national average.

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Candid

APRIL 13, 2021

This National Library Week and on this National Library Workers Day, we celebrate our beloved libraries—and the librarians who sustained library services through the challenges of the past year. A FIN librarian in the South shared, “Many local nonprofits have used our FIN access to research grants for their programs.

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Qgiv

MAY 1, 2023

This is a month dedicated to celebrating the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and their many contributions and achievements throughout history. Learn more about the origins of the heritage month, ways you can celebrate in your own life, and nonprofits you can support to make a difference in AAPI communities.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 20, 2014

How many of you who work for nonprofits are getting asked to “ come up with an icebucket challenge ” for your annual fundraising campaign? GivingTuesday is offers a FREE complete suite of tools and webinars on how to do online fundraising with social media effectively. Fundraising Philanthropy'

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sgEngage

AUGUST 24, 2023

Activity trackers, such as the Apple Watch and Fitbit, have revolutionized the way we approach physical fitness and they’re also dramatically changing the way we approach fundraising events. Whether it’s navigating serene lakes or tackling challenging river currents, this event brings a splash of excitement to fundraising. 

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

Also, if you have not read it, Kivi Leroux-Miller has written a stellar piece called “ The Heroes and Villains of Give Local America Story. “ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Last year, Give Local America raised $68.5 In Columbia, S.C.,

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Everyaction

JULY 12, 2018

Considering our team is obsessed with all that is NOLA, we thought we'd share some favorite local spots to eat, drink, party, and enjoy the sights while visiting for the Netroots Nation 2018 Conference. At Preservation Hall , catch nightly acoustic concerts celebrating the city's musical legacy with some of its finest performers.

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Whole Whale

MAY 8, 2020

When it comes to fundraising for Mother’s Day, let’s start with some facts. Americans are estimated to spend a whopping $25 billion dollars to celebrate their mothers and the other important women in their lives for Mother’s Day. And yet, Mother’s Day is often an untapped day of giving when it comes to annual fundraising.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

This simple answer is why MHP Foundation is shifting our fundraising focus to the social determinants of health within our community. This facility will offer a nationally standardized curriculum and evidence-based programming for 200 children ages 0-3. Using #GivingTueday to Fundraise for Community Health.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

This is just a moment to celebrate and spotlight the power of nonprofit leadership and to offer what is quite a compelling argument for innovation. Only if you don’t have the fundraising strategy and a compelling destination that lights up funders, who are excited about being a part of the journey. No names are changed.

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Candid

MAY 24, 2023

This is just a moment to celebrate and spotlight the power of nonprofit leadership and to offer what is quite a compelling argument for innovation. Only if you don’t have the fundraising strategy and a compelling destination that lights up funders, who are excited about being a part of the journey. No names are changed.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Whether you’re fundraising for your church’s youth group, your school, or your kid’s sports team, investing in the education and wellbeing of your kids is priceless. With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause.

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Greater Giving

MAY 2, 2023

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and supporting those struggling with mental health issues. You can involve local celebrities, advocate, doctors, or groups to share information and their own stories.

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Everyaction

JUNE 6, 2018

June is observed as LGBTQ Pride month to commemorate the June 1969 Stonewall Riots and celebrate the vibrant and diverse LGBTQ community. National Center for Transgender Equality. The National Center for Transgender Equality is the nation’s leading social justice advocacy organization winning life-saving change for transgender people.

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Connection Cafe

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

In 2009, when I was serving as the President of the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ South Carolina Lowcountry Chapter , I found myself in front of a group of 400 generous, deeply caring people. And if you happen to know fundraisers who deserve a thank you for all they do, share the following one-minute video with them.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

If you pay attention to the news, you may have recently heard about a major Internet hacking of celebrity phones and devices , in which hundreds of photos were leaked to the wider Internet. There was no intentional sharing by the celebrities — they were hacked. Celebgate Is About More Than Photos. How to Protect Your Data.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 6, 2021

Beecher Hicks III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) in Nashville, TN. NMAAM is the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. Technology enables us to be as national as our name implies.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

However, Lighthouse is celebrating their first quarter of a century with fiberglass and some fancy artwork. It’s important for nonprofits to celebrate their achievements and their milestones. Local artists decorated and designed the 51 6-foot-tall light bulbs, which have been spread throughout the city.

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NonProfit Hub

AUGUST 28, 2015

However, Lighthouse is celebrating their first quarter of a century with fiberglass and some fancy artwork. It’s important for nonprofits to celebrate their achievements and their milestones. Local artists decorated and designed the 51 6-foot-tall light bulbs, which have been spread throughout the city.

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Care2

FEBRUARY 15, 2011

This milestone just seemed to be too big a deal not to stop and celebrate, because, well, reaching 15 million active members seems pretty amazing. (To It’s also great news for the many Frogloop readers who are nonprofit professionals and consultants engaged in online advocacy, fundraising and marketing.

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Greater Giving

JULY 17, 2023

National Nonprofit Day is observed annually in the United States on August 17th. This special day celebrates the estimated over 1.5 National Nonprofit Day is an excellent opportunity for nonprofit organizations to raise awareness about their missions, engage with their communities, and celebrate the positive impact they make.

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