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The overhead myth: crash course to fundraising transparency

Candid

It’s not a new concept; in fact, as far back as 2013, GuideStar (Candid’s predecessor organization along with Foundation Center), the BBB, and Charity Navigator came together to issue a call to stop the overhead myth. . To define the overhead myth, we first need to define the term “overhead ratio.” . What is the overhead myth?

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The Nonprofit Administration Dilemma: How Much Should You Spend on Fundraising?

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You can’t raise the kind of money you need for free. For example, if you hire a fundraising consultant but that consultant does not succeed in helping your organization raise more money, you will end up overspending on fundraising. Donor management software and other technology tools used for raising funds. Fundraising training.

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How Should Funders Evaluate Charities?

Care2

The three powerhouses, Guidestar, Charity Navigator, and Better Business Bureau, that foundations, philanthropists, and donors use to seek out information and ratings about nonprofits released an open letter to the nonprofit and foundation world yesterday. Reviewing this data can be helpful at times in ensuring charity accountability.

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Courting Corporate: Utilizing the Opportunities of Company Philanthropy

Byte Technology

Consider these important fundraising opportunities, compliments of Adam Weinger, president of Double the Donation, a company that provides tools to nonprofits to help them raise more money from corporate matching gift and volunteer grant programs. So how should a non-profit, no matter its size, leverage corporate philanthropy? Make a Match.

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What Are Passive Fundraisers? FAQ + 4 Ideas for Nonprofits

sgEngage

Passive fundraisers are a great way to supplement the funds you raise from events and campaigns. Charity Affiliate Programs Charity affiliate programs fall into the broader category of affiliate marketing. As with other passive fundraisers, marketing is critical to reaping the benefits of matching gifts.

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Employee Giving Strategies to Boost Year-End Impact

sgEngage

Other businesses may increase their match ratios, raise their donation limits, or introduce short-term matching gift initiatives⁠—even if they don’t typically match employee donations. After the campaign, funds raised are gifted to the organization on behalf of which the initiative was hosted.

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Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Small Nonprofits?

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You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. So, how do you know which one will be THE ONE that raises big bucks for you? The RIGHT event: Raises 10-20% of your annual budget. This year they raised over $250,000 in just over an hour!

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