Bloomerang

JUNE 16, 2021

For the last three years, I’ve devoted virtually every day to the challenge of training professionals and especially volunteer fundraisers to overcome the fear of asking for gifts for their favorite nonprofits. My specialty is addressing the solicitation of major gifts, particularly from individuals. Blunder No. Blunder No.

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 29, 2023

Here are some other definitions of freedom ( www.merriam-webster.com ): Being released from something onerous The quality of being frank, open, or outspoken Boldness of conception or execution Unrestricted use You know, several of those make me think of fundraising. Let’s declare war on mediocre fundraising!

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

More than 3 million people use donor-advised fund accounts for their philanthropy. Such explosive growth is almost an anomaly in fundraising today, where we’re seeing a decline in both participation and giving. This means that, in terms of donor categories, most DAF donors fall in the mid-level and large gift range.

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sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

While Scott is far from the first to focus on giving major gifts with no strings attached, the scale of her philanthropy is causing many funders to rethink long-held beliefs about what requirements should be paired with a donation. One that is gathering significant momentum is Trust-Based Philanthropy.

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Candid

JULY 18, 2023

That’s potentially a lot of philanthropy. Pledgers have convened in past years to informally share perspectives on how best to leverage their philanthropy, but from the outset—and by design—the pledge is only a general affirmation with no rules, no timetables, and no specific expectations.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

That’s why a group of Benetech supporters recently came together to give the gift of reading in honor of our long-time board member Jim Kleckner. With a gift of just $50, we can add a new ebook to the Bookshare collection, making that book available to hundreds of thousands of Bookshare members with disabilities.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 6, 2022

As you begin planning your final fundraising push for the Season of Giving, make a point of honoring multiple faiths and cultures by creating a more inclusive end-of-year appeal. For instance, have you considered including winter solstice celebrations in your holiday gift appeal? There are roughly 400,000 Iranian-Americans. population.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 15, 2022

We took the process from greeting the fundraising volunteer at your door all the way to helping them connect with your mission, and quite a lot between. In this, we’re going to talk about two kinds of volunteers: program volunteers and fundraising volunteers. Your Fundraising Volunteers. Your Program Volunteers.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Julie Ordoñez will outline a proven strategy, messaging and action steps you can implement right away to close major gifts faster, ethically. We’re here to talk about 3 steps to closing over $10,000 gifts by December 31st. She’s an executive fundraising coach. It is not too late to raise major gifts this year.

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Candid

AUGUST 30, 2023

I’m often invited to speak with organizations about the latest fundraising and nonprofit trends. But time is always an issue. The first is to share my view on some of the latest fundraising and nonprofit trends. Since the height of the pandemic in 2021, gifts from individual donors declined by 6.4%

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Achieve

MARCH 24, 2022

Community nonprofits, PTA fundraising groups, and thousands of other small fundraising teams struggle with the same issue: finding easy yet effective fundraisers to power their mission without breaking the bank. . simplified multichannel fundraising campaigns. fundraising ideas. Matching Gifts.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the world of philanthropy, the coming year promises innovative corporate giving trends that can benefit both nonprofit fundraisers seeking support and corporations eager to make a meaningful societal impact. Let’s take a look at eight top corporate philanthropy trends you’ll want to know. Employee Giving Is On The Rise.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Over the last year, there’s been an explosion of multi-million-dollar gifts from donors to their alma maters. Boone Pickens—who died in 2019—gave $120 million as a legacy gift to his alma mater, Oklahoma State University (OSU). Griffin, gave Harvard University a $300 million gift. In fact, last year, alumni giving to U.S.

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Candid

AUGUST 11, 2022

In-kind gifts are contributions by corporations of goods or services, other than cash grants. . CSR includes corporate philanthropy, but also environmental issues, employee engagement, and corporate governance. . Remember, businesses usually look to benefit from their philanthropy. Locations where they operate.

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Classy

AUGUST 4, 2021

There are many nonprofit roles that are responsible for fundraising. Nonprofits who get more of their staff involved in their online fundraising strategy prove to be more successful in driving donations. Check Out The 2021 State of Modern Philanthropy. Breaking Down Your Nonprofit Staff Structure for Fundraising Success.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 16, 2019

Looking for solutions to these dire numbers, CompassPoint embarked on Fundraising Bright Spots , a study of development teams that were happy and successful. Fundraising is core to the organization’s identity. Fundraising is core to the organization’s identity. 4 Themes for Successful Development Teams.

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Robert Weiner

JANUARY 7, 2009

I’ve previously posted resources for nonprofits coping with the economic downturn ( Coping with a Troubled Economy , Fundraising Survival Guide , Economic Effects on Philanthropy ). Groups must plan to change the scale and nature of their fundraising work now to match predicted foundation gaps. Tags: Fundraising.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 15, 2021

Have you noticed that when talking about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in fundraising , the conversation frequently mentions the lack of suitable candidates of color? I’ve heard that to be a major gift officer you have to have access to people with money, be comfortable socializing with them, and speak their language.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

A well-designed awareness campaign can bring attention to your nonprofit’s cause, educate the public about a significant issue, and drive more donations to fuel your mission. Businesses with corporate philanthropy programs are eager to help organizations get the word out about their mission and amplify their impact.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 30, 2021

If you’re wondering what the future holds for fundraising, you’re not alone. What might this mean for philanthropy and fundraising moving forward? Fearing the sky was falling, they thought people would hunker down and fundraising would be a disaster. With the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re living through tumultuous times.

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Achieve

MARCH 29, 2023

According to The Fundraising Authority , fundraising generally follows the 80/20 rule, which states that 80% percent of your revenue comes from only 20% of your donors. Set up a major gifts program. Incorporate matching gifts into your strategy. To secure more major gifts, you need more major donors!

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

When respected researcher Penelope Burk asked donors why they stopped giving, or why they gave less than they could, here are some of their responses : I didn’t receive any information at all after making a gift to a not-for-profit last year. What my friends and I talk about is how donors who make smaller gift are dismissed as unimportant.

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Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In my four decades as a senior fundraising executive, part-time consultant, and nonprofit CEO, I have worked with (or served on) 20 nonprofit boards. In the process, I was exposed to a number of organizations whose boards struggled with a variety of issues. Reality 2: It’s all work and no pay. Reality 3: The board is not a reward.

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

It’s a great time to incorporate giving circles as a part of your fundraising strategy. Pledge says that nonprofits that add the button to their Zoom fundraising events can expect to see 50% more donors make contributions during their events. That’s an issue because DAFs are not public entities. That is unacceptable. .

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Saleforce Nonprofit

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Each episode dives deep into a big issue — like health equality , workforce development , and nutrition insecurity — and the cross-sector partnerships focused on solving them. Integrated Fundraising in the Power of Us Program. Philanthropy Cloud is Delivering a Corporate Citizen Employee Experience.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 12, 2020

Relationships are the foundation of fundraising. Even in uncertain times you still have a fundraising goal to meet, so this is the perfect strategy. Trust Study of High-Net Worth Philanthropy , donors give because of their belief in the organization’s mission and because they believe their gift can make a difference.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

This rapid growth also means there will be a quickly minted generation of millionaires that may start considering philanthropy. What this may mean for charities is that when the issue of capital gains tax comes due for these new millionaires the option of direct donation of Bitcoin, Ethereum and other altcoins may become very attractive.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 3, 2021

That’s because the fundraising world—indeed, the world in general—is changing fast, especially when it comes to communications. And what is fundraising but carefully crafted, targeted communications that move people’s hearts and hands to support causes they believe in? Never stop learning” is her rallying cry. . “I Stave off burnout.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

If you’re a fundraiser or nonprofit development professional, you’ve likely heard the term “donor retention.” Nonprofits with a low donor retention rate need to continually acquire new donors or larger gifts to keep up. A Guide to Donor Retention. What is Donor Retention? But what is donor retention?

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Bloomerang

MAY 13, 2021

The nonprofit leader talks about gift-giving opportunities only after they have uncovered what the donor wants to accomplish. Their gift-giving potential or financial position. How decisions about their gifts are made. Concerns or reservations they have about making a gift to your nonprofit. Understand financial issues.

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Nonprofits Source

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

If you’ve witnessed a company sponsor a charitable organization’s work, you’ve likely seen corporate philanthropy in action! These programs can vary in nearly every aspect, from the type of gift to the organizations supported. These programs can vary in nearly every aspect, from the type of gift to the organizations supported.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 26, 2022

I had a fantastic conversation with hosts Jonathan McCoy and Becky Endicott about driving innovation in the nonprofit sector and what’s next for capital campaigns and major gifts. Nonprofits focused on issues that are hyper relevant right now will have an easier time campaigning. Make your campaigns relevant to donors.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Please join us in the Skoll Foundation’s second annual Skoll Social Entrepreneurs Challenge —a fundraising campaign committed to strengthening the capacity of organizations like ours to accelerate impact on some of the most critical issues of our time. To help now, please visit Benetech’s Challenge campaign and give whatever you can.

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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Hint: If your constituents are more comfortable now with virtual opportunities to lend their support, check out Fundly’s list of virtual fundraising ide as to get inspired for your next campaign.). For example, did the plan that resulted from the aforementioned fundraising training result in increased donors and donations?

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Saleforce Nonprofit

AUGUST 26, 2022

I had a fantastic conversation with hosts Jonathan McCoy and Becky Endicott about driving innovation in the nonprofit sector and what’s next for capital campaigns and major gifts. Make your campaigns relevant to donors Nonprofits focused on issues that are hyper relevant right now will have an easier time campaigning.

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BoardAssist

MAY 10, 2016

Fundraising guru Gail Perry shares them all with us in this week’s guest post starting with donor loyalty, something we should all be working harder at! Top 10 Fundraising Trends and Predictions for 2016. Times are changing, and fundraising is evolving too. Here are the issues that YOUR nonprofit needs to address for 2016.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 21, 2021

We give it labels like “culture of philanthropy” and “donor-centered fundraising.” Leaving these things up to others is a huge mistake if you’re the fundraising professional. . As the fundraiser, you must lead the way in developing a culture that supports this. And it’s not just development staff who engage with donors.

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