The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Your letters should focus on the donor, and all of the good they are doing or could be doing by donating to your non-profit, than on the good deeds of your staff. Talk about the donor and you’ll raise more money. #2 They’re full of statistics, numbers, program details and platitudes. In short, they’re no fun to read.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

Other events are smaller, more intimate gatherings where guests are directly asked for money. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. That means that spending money on an event can be a little scary.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

As large donors tighten their spending, you may be wondering how to get charity donations during a global pandemic. It may be time for your nonprofit to reevaluate your fundraising strategy and learn how micro-donations for nonprofits can make a significant difference. Why are small donations important?

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 9, 2023

Your words matter when you’re trying to get people to donate. The right words are critical, especially when your goal is to get people to donate! People make the decision to donate with their heart, then justify it with their head. If you inspire people, you’ll get a gift. If you bore people or confuse them, you won’t.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

But if your company is new to philanthropy, a great place to start is by starting an employee giving program! Use the links below to quickly jump to sections in this article: What is an employee giving program? Why should you consider starting an employee giving program?

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. Learn how corporate giving programs can help your organization in this quick guide! Corporate giving is the term used when a for-profit company in some way donates to charitable causes.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 18, 2024

Needing money is a common denominator among all nonprofits. However, we all need donations, and corporate giving is a reliable way to generate those funds. If you’re unsure which programs to pursue, consider this your guide. Let’s break down two of the most popular forms of corporate philanthropy: sponsorships and donations.

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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. More about that in a minute.

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EveryAction

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Fundraisers at mission-driven organizations know that relying on only one avenue for funding the mission isn’t sustainable—the key to successfully raising the money your organization needs to operate programs and advance your mission is to diversify your fundraising programs. Ensure flexibility, convenience, and privacy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Some year-end giving statistics : 30% of all annual donations occur in December. 12% of annual donations occurs on the last three days of the year. Here are 5 ways that you can use social media to raise even more money at year-end. . Your supporters may not know that you are set up and ready to accept donations via Facebook.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2022

We’ve come to realize that just like for-profit brands, nonprofits are businesses that need to spend money to make money online. The average cost per donation was $46 from search ads, $86 from social ads, and $178 from display ads. Notice how much more it costs to acquire a donation with ads versus bringing in a lead.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

These high-profile, high-dollar donations are changing the face of philanthropy in higher education—creating big winners today and setting the stage for a transformational change as billions of dollars transfer through generational inheritance in the coming decades. In fact, last year, alumni giving to U.S. billion in funding.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 29, 2023

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.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2019

Incorporating peer-to-peer into your strategy can not only enhance your fundraising program, but it can also help empower your supporters to go that extra mile for you where it means the most. Choose someone within your organization that can be responsible for heading up the program. Assign a point person. Choose the right platform.

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2023

The objections shared usually involve board members not wanting to ask people they know for money. The irony is that the people your board members know are the MOST likely to donate. This means that getting board members to ask their personal network for money is the fastest way to hit your board fundraising goals.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

I was familiar with using data from Candid to evaluate a nonprofit as a prospective employee or when considering giving a donation—I love digging into a 990 ! For nonprofits with gross revenue under $1 million, a more positively-worded mission statement was associated with more money raised per dollar spent. For our second project,?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Since 2013, the AmazonSmile program has provided shoppers with an easy way to donate to nonprofits like yours. When Amazon customers purchased a qualifying item, the AmazonSmile Foundation donated 0.5% Why Is Amazon ending the AmazonSmile program? When will the AmazonSmile program end? Not at all!

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Ever wonder who donates to a specific organization? With just a little digging—using the tools and resources I will share in this blog—you will be able to get a picture of who donates to a particular nonprofit. The good news is that it is much easier to find out which private foundations give money to a particular nonprofit.

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Whole Whale

DECEMBER 8, 2020

The question is: how do you raise money on YouTube as a nonprofit? YouTube actually has two main donation tools with different registration requirements. The most common is through the Google For Nonprofit YouTube program which allows nonprofit channels to integrate donation links into cards, end-screens, and Channel links.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 18, 2022

It’s a fun and easy way to make sure you’re not leaving any money on the table. Bring in some additional donations toward the end of your event, and add a great pop of excitement to the finale of any fundraiser. A Paddle Drop usually occurs after the auction and Fund-A-Need elements of your program. First, set a donation amount.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

They’ve tried what they know to raise money, but it just isn’t working. In other words, it’s generating only nickels and dimes instead of the hundreds and thousands needed to pay for programs and ongoing operations. It’s like a money grab because that’s what it’s all about — the money. I’ve been there.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

For those who aren’t familiar with how nonprofits work or what they do, there could be confusion about how employees receive compensation or how programs are funded. Of course, donations are a common source of funds for nonprofits, but other than that, how do nonprofits make money? How do 501(c)(3) organizations make money?

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Whole Whale

MAY 23, 2022

More on that after the tips to get people to donate. Here are nine ideas that will get people donating on Father’s Day: 1. This will let potential donors know that their money is going towards a good cause and that their donation will make a difference. Use creative donation tiers. Make it easy to donate.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

The best leaders understand two things must happen to sustain a nonprofit: SAVING money and RAISING money. Let’s focus on “saving” money by exploring 8 ways to cut costs that are easy to start today. In either case, these money-saving strategies will apply. So, it’s hard to imagine cutting additional costs at a nonprofit.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

1) 94% of nonprofits accept online donations through their website. 2) Of those that accept donations through their website, these are the types of payment methods accepted: 91%: Credit card payments. 3%: Mobile Money, such as Vodafone M-Pesa and Airtel Money. 3%: Mobile Money, such as Vodafone M-Pesa and Airtel Money.

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Bloomerang

MAY 26, 2021

So you want to start up (or restart) a donor acquisition program. The reality is, whether you are trying to grow a new file or stop attrition on your existing file, there’s no better way to obtain and keep new donors than with a well-executed donor acquisition program. First of all, congratulations! But where do you start? .

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The Modern Nonprofit

APRIL 7, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Donations: Pro Tips for Tackling Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Challenges Are you struggling to inspire donors and fuel your peer-to-peer fundraising program? Discover strategies that will not only overcome these challenges but also significantly increase the donations you receive.

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Classy

MAY 31, 2021

Your organization, then, needs to decide which type of recurring giving program or strategy is best tailored for your community and would incentivize these recurring donations. . There are five main approaches your nonprofit may want to consider if you’re looking to build or expand your recurring giving program.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Corporate giving opportunities like matching gift programs, volunteer grants, and fundraising event matches allow nonprofits, donors, and corporations to build and grow mutually beneficial partnerships. Why doesn’t everyone partake in those programs already ?” But what exactly does the donor get out of the arrangement? Let’s dive in.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When you’re fundraising online , your nonprofit donation page is often one of the first interactions people have with your organization, so it’s important to create an effective donation experience. The most effective donation pages are simple, impactful, and quick to complete.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. Donors are familiar and comfortable with this type of spending and are likely to connect and engage with this donation style.

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DipJar

JUNE 20, 2023

Managing your nonprofit’s membership program can feel daunting, whether you’re managing an existing program or creating one from scratch. Nonprofit membership programs can help your organization raise money, build your network, and give members a louder voice in your organization or community.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

Many nonprofit organizations struggle to engage their board members with fundraising, especially the act of asking another person for money. A CTA is an invitation to take action, such as donating, volunteering, signing up for something, signing a petition, pledging to do something, etc. Then help implement these tools.

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

What role do recurring donations play in your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy ? And how does their impact compare to those of one-time donations and gifts from major donors? Don’t get us wrong: One-time donations and major gifts should both play big roles in your organization’s fundraising. What Are Recurring Donations?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 19, 2023

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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

2) 53% of nonprofits spend money on social media advertising. 35%: Our organization does not believe we could raise much money on Facebook. 31%: Our organization has raised the amount of money we expected. 21%: Our organization has raised slightly less money than we expected. 27%: “Donate” button featured in a post.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 23, 2023

As the giving season approaches, you may be thinking of new ways to raise money for your organization. If you haven’t refreshed your major gift program, now’s the time to start. If you haven’t refreshed your major gift program, now’s the time to start. In nonprofit terms, this means 80% of donations are given by 20% of donors.

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