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Eight Fundamental Concepts for Successful Non-Profit Fundraising Events

The Fundraising Authority

Fundraising events are a staple part of non-profit development programs worldwide. Your goal as a fundraiser is to make sure that you are maximizing your events to raise as much money as possible, without wasting valuable time and resources. Then, they expect the money to come flowing in. 3: Money saved is money earned.

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Here’s How to Raise More Money with Your Next Fundraising Letter

The Fundraising Authority

I am in the middle of writing a direct mail fundraising letter for a non-profit client, and tomorrow I will be presenting the letter to them, and explaining why it will be effective. Talk about the donor and you’ll raise more money. #2 Most non-profit fundraising letters read like college textbooks. I’ll bet you do! #3

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Beyond Donations: A Guide For Effective Nonprofit Financial Management

Bloomerang

The importance of financial management for nonprofits Unlike many for-profit businesses, nonprofits don’t answer to shareholders who are focused solely on increasing revenue. Effective nonprofit financial management helps you maximize the value of the donations you receive and fulfill the vision of your nonprofit.

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Nonprofit Startups: Apply for 501(c)(3) Status or Secure Fiscal Sponsorship?

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Jeni Putalavage-Ross , SVP of Operations at Ribbon – a platform helps nonprofits and charitable individuals start nonprofits quicker while saving time, money, and effort. How does someone test an idea for a nonprofit without committing the time, effort, and money to apply for 501(c)(3) status, find a board, and secure long-term funding?

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5 Types of Stories for Non-Profit Fundraising

The Storytelling Non-profit

Stories are an incredible tool for non-profit fundraising. Stories help non-profits illustrate their compelling reasons for giving in a way that makes sense to people who aren’t doing the work day in and day out. And when a fundraising appeal is easy to understand, there’s one less barrier to someone donating. The Problem Story.

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

Get Fully Funded

Other events are smaller, more intimate gatherings where guests are directly asked for money. Both have their place and can be highly profitable. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. People leave Community/Fun Events feeling good.

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Create an Online Donation Receipt that Leads to More Donations

Get Fully Funded

The most important thing you must do when you receive a donation of any size is immediately thank your donor warmly and provide a donation receipt. And it can’t be just any boring donation receipt. Let’s take a look at what an awesome donation receipt looks like so you can nail yours. But it’s not. They are friendly.