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How to Show Donors the Impact of Their Donations to Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

According to the Fidelity Charitable Overcoming Barriers to Giving Report, 65% of donors would give more if they knew the impact of their donations. That’s why supplementing online fundraisers with follow-ups that show the impact of donations is so powerful. Whether with an email or a text message (or even a phone call!)

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Trends in Grantmaking: Don’t Leave Your Foundation’s Impact Story to Chance

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If a grantmaking organization creates a funding opportunity, but there is no way for anyone to hear about it, does it make an impact? So, when it comes to communicating your impact story, many foundations need to rely on the data in their form 990 to tell their story. The key is to be intentional.

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How Nonprofits Can Use Livestreaming to Raise Funds Through Sponsorship

Nonprofit Tech for Good

By Dana Bakich , founder and CEO of Positive Equation – a digital consultancy focused on equipping nonprofits with the tools and resources to build impactful digital strategies. As we look for more innovative ways to authentically integrate partners with causes, this is a great way to amplify stories and increase impact with sponsors.

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Do Negativity And Alarm Really Raise More Funds?

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Does negativity and alarm really raise funds?” —John, CEO of a civic education nonprofit Dear John, This is a top-of-mind question for many fundraising professionals. Negative events impact our brains more than positive events. If your needs are longer term, consider a more positive approach that focuses on impact and lives changed.

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Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact

The Modern Nonprofit

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Creating Unforgettable Nonprofit Events for Maximum Impact Ever been to a nonprofit event that left you in awe and inspired to make a difference? We all know those magical events that not only raise funds but also leave a lasting impression on everyone present. Well, guess what?

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How to tell a compelling story with a Seal of Transparency 

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Over 1,000 nonprofits attended our 2024 Seals webinar , but we know there are many more out there looking to tell their story of impact and share that story broadly with current and potential donors to make their case for funding. In 2023, 62,575 nonprofits earned or renewed their Candid Seals of Transparency.

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How Micro-Donations Can Make a Big Impact for Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

While big donors can have a significant impact on your organization, you should also focus your efforts on small donors. If you’re raising funds to support an after-school program that prepares kids in low-income areas for college, consider sharing their stories. Why are small donations important? 2) Be sure to thank all donors.

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