Candid

APRIL 14, 2021

One way to get more funding is to start or grow your major gifts program to channel resources toward an equitable recovery for all. Starting a major gifts program can be intimidating. First, define (or revise) what a major gift is at your organization. Major gifts fundraising is a team sport. Start somewhere.

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Achieve

AUGUST 25, 2022

build effective presentation skills. Public speaking and presentation skills can help you craft better written and verbal communications, whether you’re engaging with your team internally or connecting with an external audience. . You’re constantly engaging with others, whether it’s meeting with your staff about. Let’s get started!

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 12, 2021

As you work to implement your fundraising vision, its likely gift officers play a vital role. In this dynamic work environment, how are you keeping gift officers motivated and connected to their outcomes? I have worked with a lot of leaders to develop plans for keeping gift officers excited and on track.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

You worked hard to meet last year’s fundraising goals, and now you’re able to look ahead at a new year filled with new possibilities. To help start your year off strong, consider prioritizing these five fundraising ideas today. Sending custom receipts recapping donors’ 2022 gifts to make tax season easier.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Giving your volunteers appreciation gifts is a great way to show gratitude and goes a long way toward creating an environment that your volunteers want to continue being a part of. Volunteers are passionate about your cause, donate their time and skills to make a positive impact. Let’s dive in to learn more!

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

AI for nonprofits can be a real game changer in the fundraising landscape. From navigating donor data to finding the most effective ways to communicate, AI for fundraising can be applied to many aspects of your organization to help lift some of the burden of changing the world. How do you use AI for fundraising? What is AI?

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Fundraising in a small nonprofit can be tough. Since today is Halloween, let’s look at the top 10 scary things about fundraising in a small nonprofit, especially when you’re the one in charge. Video is a powerful tool for fundraising and being on TV is a great way to spread the word about your nonprofit. Speak in public.

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Achieve

AUGUST 25, 2023

The high ROI of planned gifts and their accessibility to wider groups of donors has always made them a smart investment of your time and development resources. Training your team and developing their communication skills will be essential. A donor can also gift any retirement funds that they won’t use to your nonprofit.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 18, 2023

At the same time, nonprofits are struggling to retain fundraisers and crucial development staff. Here are 10 things nonprofit leaders can do (beyond compensation and benefits) to retain fundraisers and ultimately improve their donor retention rates 1. Reiterate this mindset: It takes a village to increase gift income.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 1, 2024

What you might not know is that the right fundraising plan template can make the job much easier. What this means is that over time, your fundraising approach should change to meet the needs of your growing organization. What Fundraising Plan Template is Right For YOU? And no two fundraising plans should be exactly alike either.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 18, 2022

Having the right tools in your fundraising toolkit makes your life easier. And your fundraising more productive! Sometimes we get one tool – one skill, one talent – and out of habit, we stick with it, never thinking about other tools we might need. People will check you out online before they make a gift, so be ready for them.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Facebook Fundraisers are a relatively new fundraising tool, but they’re already driving a major boost in revenue for some nonprofit organizations. Additionally, Facebook has made both creating and donating to Fundraisers a highly streamlined process. His work is focused on nonprofits, advocacy, and public affairs.

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sgEngage

JUNE 4, 2023

If your fundraising team is stressed and stretched too thin, you’re not alone. A recent study by the Chronicle of Philanthropy found that long hours and limited staff support has almost half of fundraisers eyeing the door, with 28% planning to leave the profession altogether. Burnout is widespread.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sponsored by GalaBid – a digital fundraising platform that helps thousands of nonprofits raise funds through live and online silent auctions, digital raffles, and donations. With a comprehensive fundraising platform , organizations can manage and run an exciting digital auction.

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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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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Wouldn’t life be easier if people opened and read your fundraising emails? So, what can you do to get more people to open and respond to your fundraising emails? If you’re using email as a fundraising and donor communications tool, you can’t afford to send anything dull. Writing marketing copy is a skill.

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Allegiance Group

APRIL 15, 2024

Direct mail fundraising should be an integral part of your nonprofit’s direct response strategy. When leveraged with other communication channels, direct mail can generate significant engagement and gift-giving from donors. Top Direct Mail Fundraising FAQs What is direct mail fundraising? Let’s get started! Contact Us!

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Qgiv

JANUARY 4, 2022

In the modern fundraising world, creating an online fundraising strategy is essential to the success of your nonprofit. As the world continues to grapple with the ups and downs of COVID-19, it’s essential to meet your donors where they’re most comfortable, and that means coming up with inventive online fundraising ideas.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MAY 9, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes Leveraging Your Board for Nonprofit Fundraising: 10 Strategies and Tips for Success What if we told you that your nonprofit’s board members hold the keys to a fundraising revolution? Board members can also spearhead matching gift challenges. That’s where this blog post comes in!

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy encompasses more than just earning donations from supporters. That’s why developing a strategic fundraising plan is necessary. We’ll cover: Why you should create a fundraising strategy. 6 elements your fundraising strategy should include. 10 steps to build your fundraising strategy.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As the coach of a youth sports team or the leader of a school-affiliated academic bowl team, you know that there are some aspects of team fundraising that make it different—and often more challenging—than other types of fundraising. Team members can personalize their efforts. Reaching goals is easier through teamwork. Fellow students.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2017

First, online fundraising revenue is growing worldwide and it will continue to increase for years to come. The arc of success for digital fundraising has just begun. That said, below are 12 stats to consider and research further about online fundraising, social media, and mobile technology. Online donations accounted for 7.2%

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Top Nonprofits

AUGUST 17, 2021

CFRE, as our guest for a webinar entitled: “How to Interview Strong” or “How Interviewing is Like Asking for a Major Gift”. Since impressing an interviewer – and getting to “yes” — is similar to impressing a major donor prospect, you’ll also come away with an understanding of the keys to effective major gift fundraising.

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EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

GivingTuesday and the nonprofit end-of-year fundraising cycle are quickly approaching! This added personalization shows donors that their philanthropic activity (current or past) has not gone unnoticed by your organization, and your reminder may give them the extra push they needed to make an end-of-year gift! Julia Devine, Co-Founder.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. Save time and grab this exact template from our Giving Tuesday Fundraising Template Kit and personalize it for your organization. Why do donors stop giving after their first gift?

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Pamela Grow

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Have you ever cringed in embarrassment after writing a fundraising appeal letter that fell flat? Crafting compelling letters is an art, one that requires finesse and skill. In other words, all about how great your organization is — and nothing about what your supporter’s gift makes possible. Happy fundraising!

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 21, 2023

This post describes actions you can take to implement the findings of Bloomerang’s 2023 Fundraising Planning and Climate Report. 1,071 fundraising professionals were surveyed at small and medium-sized nonprofits supporting a variety of causes. Not all fundraising programs look alike.

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sgEngage

MARCH 15, 2024

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to measuring performance, but every successful fundraising team should have the ability to assess and refine its data. It) has helped me identify the correct constituents to place into gift officer portfolios,” she said. The goal is then to turn those data insights into actionable tasks.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 28, 2023

In the world of nonprofit organizations, board involvement in fundraising is crucial for long-term success. Engaging board members in fundraising efforts not only boost the organization’s financial resources but also strengthens the board’s commitment to the organization’s mission.

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Whole Whale

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Fundraising is a HUGE field and there are many great oranizations that help improve the quality of the sector like the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). This group is a go-to for many fundraisers looking to learn and improve their skills. List of Nonprofit Fundraising Companies. Website: [link].

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The Storytelling Non-profit

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I’ve been writing fundraising copy since 2010. If there’s one thing that I’ve learned in 11 years of writing and millions of dollars I’ve raised, it’s that writing for fundraising is its own genre. And writing fundraising emails is its own wonky subgenre. Writing for Fundraising is a Process. Source stories.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 8, 2019

Network For Good hosted a virtual conference today called “ Fundraise Like Netflix: Engaging Donors in a Subscription-Driven World ,” that included several hours of online presentations about strategy and tools for getting repeat donors.

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M+R

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

But the past is close behind, and there is plenty we can learn from the 2020 end-of-year fundraising season that will help improve our fundraising efforts in the year ahead. Revenue increases were widespread, but not uniform—some nonprofits saw an influx in mid-level and large gifts, while others grew their low-dollar conversions.

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CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2021

Online virtual fundraising is one of the most popular ways for nonprofits to raise money. With the majority of daily activities taking place over the web, it’s no surprise that we’ve also observed a rise in virtual fundraising. Maybe your nonprofit hasn’t yet developed an online fundraising plan. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. BUT the flip side?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The end-of-year giving season is fast approaching, and for nonprofits and educational institutions, this marks a crucial time for fundraising. This guide will delve into actionable strategies to help organizations like yours elevate their fundraising with employee giving. Automatic payroll deductions 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. We surveyed over 700 nonprofits to find out what advice they’d give themselves and others about fundraising in the new normal. Many nonprofits rely heavily on in-person fundraising.

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