Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

When most people think about funding a nonprofit, they think they should look for grants. After all, there are thousands of foundations out there that exist to give money away. But, growing a nonprofit so you can fulfill your mission means having a fundraising plan with diverse revenue streams. Time is important.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

For nonprofits whose target audience is primarily underserved youth, the task of finding funding shouldn’t be difficult. See if any of the funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding. Visit Grantli to learn how I do my grant research and exactly how you can find the funders that align with your own organization.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. They’re excited to get their fledgling organization off the ground, and they need the funds to do it. They’ve tried what they know to raise money, but it just isn’t working.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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Volunteer Hub

JANUARY 9, 2023

If you’re a nonprofit looking for funding, grants are a great place to start. Here are 5 places to look for grants. For nonprofits, finding grants is an essential component of funding operations and initiatives. State governments also offer grants for nonprofits that serve their residents.

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?

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Qgiv

MARCH 29, 2023

Google Ad Grants for nonprofits can be a powerful FREE solution for any eligible charitable organization, but proper management is key to maximizing the opportunity. Since 2011, Give Back Nation’s Google Certified Ad Grant Manager team has helped over 5,400 nonprofits manage their Ad Grants.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The right fund accounting software can save you time and streamline your processes. Here are five tips to help your community health center’s fund accounting implementation smooth and seamless. In a small, grant-funded organization, you might not have these skills and that’s ok!

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Bloomerang

JULY 24, 2021

Nonprofit professionals working in this sector of philanthropy cite a strong belief in their organization’s mission and daily activities as critical to continuing to make an impact, even in challenging times. “We However, raising funds for these organizations can present unique challenges. Pandemic Impact.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Grants are a fundamental source of revenue for growing organizations to accomplish large projects and receive financial support outside of individual donations. This guide to grants for nonprofits covers the basics of grants including types of grants, examples, where to find grants, and tips for grant writing.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

Much has been written about the extraordinary grant making of businesswomen, MacKenzie Scott. With a net worth of $65.3B, there are a lot of MacKenzie Scott funds available. . When she signed the pledge she said: “ I have a disproportionate amount of money to share. Scott is a member of the Giving Pledge.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Nonprofits focused on the preservation of local journalism are being called to step up, and many of the country’s largest private foundations have announced $500 million in funding over five years to support them, an extraordinary initiative called Press Forward. The first grants are to be awarded later this year.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We also explored how he arrived at the decision to give his money to nonprofits that support his favorite animals in perpetuity through his own donor-advised fund. How do you tap into the money from Bob’s DAF? So, what can you do to tap into DAF funding? Well, this is all well and good for Bob. But Bob’s not alone.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are one of the fastest-growing areas of charitable giving. In fact, $52 billion was granted to nonprofits out of DAFs in 2023, a number that has grown an average of 20% per year over the last five years. More than 3 million people use donor-advised fund accounts for their philanthropy.

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 24, 2021

This blog was sponsored by BryteBridge Nonprofit Solutions. So, you want to start applying for grants? Grants are a great additional revenue source for nonprofits. Plus, grants can be incredibly helpful in maintaining programs and services, as well as expanding on them. Are you ready?

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Kindful

JULY 8, 2021

There are much better ways to raise money that are cheaper, require less staff time, and generate more net revenue. . Maybe you’re new at your nonprofit, and you inherited a beloved event. It’s likely that if you invested the time spent on events into cultivating and stewarding major donors, you could raise more money with less effort.

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 26, 2023

Funds are an essential part of gift management. Funds are used to track gifts and pledges for financial purposes. No matter what kind of nonprofit you run, the annual fund is always important. The more money you can raise, the better your chances are at achieving your organization’s goals.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

So, it’s hard to imagine cutting additional costs at a nonprofit. The best leaders understand two things must happen to sustain a nonprofit: SAVING money and RAISING money. Afterall, nonprofit is your tax status, it shouldn’t be your business model. In either case, these money-saving strategies will apply.

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Qgiv

MARCH 28, 2022

The inner financial workings of nonprofits around the world can feel like a mystery to many. 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. How do 501(c)(3) organizations make money? Year-round donations.

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The Fundraising Authority

MAY 8, 2021

It’s no secret that Google Ad Grants is a fantastic resource for nonprofits. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Google Ad Grant Program, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and benefits. What is a Google Ad Grant, and Why Do I Want One?

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Grant-funded nonprofits know compliance isn’t a nice-to-have. You might be able to win back an unhappy donor with a new program or event, but grant funders usually don’t get excited about silent auctions. When your accounting system is not built to handle restricted funding , each report can feel like a fire drill.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Grant management is the comprehensive process of overseeing all activities related to grants: from identifying recipients, to awarding funds, to reporting on outcomes all while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Table of Contents Grant Lifecycle Who Handles Grant Management for Grantmaking Organizations?

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

We need more money. Too often, the problem is that they haven’t considered if they’re spending enough money to equip their teams to make more money. You see, when you want to raise more money for your nonprofit, not spending money is simply self-sabotage. They’re great grant writers and event planners.

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The Modern Nonprofit

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes RAISE MORE MONEY WITH a matching grant ON #GivingTuesday. So we’re going to take a look at how to get started, who to ask, and how to seal the deal on a matching grant for your most successful #GivingTuesday ever. Why focus on a matching grant? Ask your board members.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

While most nonprofits aren’t gathering sticks to build a fire, survival does often depend on the small, unglamourous tasks of research, communication, and reporting to keep your funding streams alive. Three Best Practices for Successful Grant Management. Risk Management starts before funding. Not so much. Not so much.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . Did you also know that 49% of nonprofit employees expect cost cuts this year and 54% of nonprofit leaders have implemented changes to organizational goals and activities? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 19, 2024

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants tips on how to connect with and cultivate Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) donors: Dear Charity Clairity, My boss thinks we should get more funding through DAFs. This jives with my own anecdotal research talking with nonprofits who receive these gifts. This is BIG.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . Did you also know that 49% of nonprofit employees expect cost cuts this year and 54% of nonprofit leaders have implemented changes to organizational goals and activities? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on how to credit and acknowledge donor advised fund gifts in their donor database: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m unsure how to enter donor advised fund gifts in our database so they’re credited and acknowledged appropriately. T he IRS is serious about this.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

If you’re starting a new nonprofit, you already know that you need to raise money. In the beginning you may self-fund your fledgling organization. And unless you’re independently wealthy with an endless revenue stream, you can’t self-fund forever (nor should you – more on that in a minute). Many founders do.)

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Donorbox

JULY 2, 2021

The reality of nonprofit advertising today is far more complex. And while advertising might sound like a ‘dirty word’, nonprofits can’t bring in the funds needed to fuel their important work without it. However, money […].

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

In 2020, nonprofits raised around 20% of their income from grants. Grant funds from foundations, government entities, and corporations help nonprofits diversify their income streams. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 13, 2019

By Alec Green , Chief Marketing Evangelist at NonprofitReady.org , an online hub of 400+ free online courses in topics ranging from fundraising to grant writing, leadership to program management. Too often, nonprofit professionals don’t receive the training they need. 3) Strategies for a Successful Nonprofit Job Search.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Major donors are the most valuable supporters of the nonprofit world. They find great satisfaction and pride in funding growth and expansion. The key to achieving your nonprofit’s greatest goals? 1) Invite major donors to be an integral part of the work they’re funding. The specifics of what their money would be funding.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 10, 2023

Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether it’s okay to apply for a corporate grant and sponsorship at the same time: Is it okay to make an ask for a sponsorship (say, for an event) from a corporation AND separately to that corporation’s independent charitable foundation?

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Lots of people do—some are curious how an organization funds its work and others are looking for prospects of their own. 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. But don’t get discouraged.

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