Greater Giving

APRIL 1, 2024

Celebrate Service: Shining a Light on Volunteer Week 2024! From April 21st to 27th, 2024, we celebrate National Volunteer Week – a dedicated time to recognize the incredible impact volunteers have on our communities. Think of volunteers as the heart of any non-profit organization. It’s that time of year again!

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. As a fundraiser, you’re up against some tough odds. If it doesn’t, do something else.”

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NonProfit Hub

OCTOBER 25, 2023

3 Creative Volunteer Recruitment Strategies for Nonprofits Volunteers recruitment is crucial to many aspects of your nonprofit’s operations. Volunteers run your fundraising events. Tap Into Existing Supporters Maybe the volunteers you’re looking for have been right under your nose the whole time.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 29, 2022

However, with a read-a-thon fundraiser, you can give your supporters the opportunity to slow down and crack open a book while also teaching young students the value of reading and escaping into exciting stories. What is a read-a-thon fundraiser? Why should you host a read-a-thon? How to host a read-a-thon fundraiser.

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Fundraising is hard—and throwing a flesh-and-blood fundraiser event is even harder. The list of headaches and hassles you’ll encounter is pretty much endless: Renting a venue, hiring a caterer, soliciting silent auction items, signing up and training volunteer event staff, etc. There will always be some assembly required.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Volunteers are the backbone of any nonprofit organization. They take care of your facility, give tours of your museum, welcome attendees to your annual gala, and pass out medals at fundraising races. Clearly, volunteers are essential to your nonprofit’s ability to move its mission forward. What is volunteer recruitment?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 23, 2020

Related Webinar: Online Fundraising Best Practices for Nonprofits. Today, nonprofits worldwide have access to online fundraising tools that could not have been imagined at the turn of the millennium, and current best practices are shaped by 20+ years of innovation and experimentation. 1) Implement Donation Page Best Practices.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

Want to show your fundraising teams some great ways to fundraise on Facebook in support of your next event? Local Qgiv client, Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine, recently had an exceptional fundraising team (called Swan Before the Storm) raise funds for their 2021 Swan Derby event. They posted engaging content.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 25, 2019

Okay, so you’ve decided you’re going to throw a nonprofit fundraising event… virtual high fives. Nonprofit fundraising events can be a great opportunity to bring the support of donors, volunteers, and fundraisers together in real life to rally around your cause, whether it’s through a nationwide 5k or a local bowl-a-thon.

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Get Fully Funded

JANUARY 7, 2022

Volunteer programs often require fundraising campaigns to stay in operation. Depending on your organization’s activities, you may need fundraising to help fund your: Volunteer training opportunities. Volunteer thank-you gifts. Raise awareness of volunteer grants. Start a merchandise fundraising campaign.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 2, 2022

During the pandemic, countless small nonprofits replaced their signature event with a virtual fundraiser and got amazing results. That success has many nonprofit leaders wondering … should a virtual fundraiser become a regular line item on our fundraising plan? Get by with fewer volunteers. The answer is … maybe!

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Whole Whale

MARCH 29, 2022

And because we love rapid ideation and an excuse for a fundraiser here at Whole Whale, we’ve put together over 30 fun nonprofit fundraising ideas for you to spring into this season. Purim Costume Party Fundraiser (varies; usually early-mid March). Online Fundraising Essentials. Click To Tweet. Online Course.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 6, 2019

By Katie Casillas , director of marketing at GolfStatus.org , an event management platform specifically for golf fundraisers. Golf fundraisers are a huge opportunity for outreach, stewardship, and certainly for fundraising. Is fundraising your key priority? Here are ten tips to consider ahead of your 2020 event.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

By Jessica Fox , writer at Eventgroove – a one-stop, integrated platform for events, fundraisers, and e-commerce driven to help its customers amplify their brand and reach their goals. Registering event and fundraiser participants powers your organization’s future growth through data collection.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 23, 2023

The following fall festival fundraising ideas and action steps are great for any nonprofit looking to warm the hearts of their supporters and make a meaningful impact for their beneficiaries. Let’s dive into the event ideas, how to’s, and fundraising strategies so that you can get started on your own autumn extravaganza!

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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. Mailing thank-you, birthday, or holiday cards, signed by your staff or volunteers.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 27, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes Boost Your Nonprofit’s Impact: 10 Power-Packed Summer Fundraising Ideas for 2023 As the mercury rises, so should your nonprofit’s impact! Encourage local businesses to sponsor the event or donate supplies to help cover costs.

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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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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

But, as a fundraiser, your job is just ramping up. That’s because fall is a busy time of year for fundraising. Now is the time to take a good look at your plans for the final months of the year and find a fun, unique fall fundraiser that will make you and your donors feel comfortable and supported.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 12, 2021

And as a nonprofit organization, the start of October also means you’re entering the last quarter of the year and the beginning of the year-end fundraising season. When you’re planning your end-of-year fundraising campaigns, you really won’t want to miss out on all the fun the holidays provide. Halloween Fundraising Ideas.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 21, 2020

Just like GivingTuesday after Thanksgiving, #GivingTuesdayNow is not just a fundraising day. 2: Partner With A Local Restaurant for “Take Out Tuesday”. Small businesses, especially local restaurants, have also been hit hard. Why not partner with a local restaurant to organize a “Take Out Tuesday” on May 5th.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 4, 2020

Make sure to get your nonprofit added to the list of benefiting charities through these apps, then let your supporters know how they can use them to help your nonprofit reach its fundraising goals. 2) Donate to a charity fundraiser or start one of your own. 4) Schedule in time to volunteer. RoundUp App.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 21, 2023

Summer brings a world of opportunities for nonprofits to elevate their fundraising efforts. Check out these Summer fundraising ideas… Summer officially starts on Wednesday, June 21! In our Q1 survey 70% of nonprofits reported hosting between 2-5 events a year.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Whether you’re a small nonprofit aiming to make a local impact or a larger organization orchestrating a grand initiative, giving days offer a unique platform to amplify your cause. Who Hosts Giving Days? You have the power to host your own, tailor-made to suit your organization’s mission and goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 21, 2019

Fundraising Stats. of overall fundraising in 2018 came from online giving ( Charitable Giving Report ). of overall fundraising in 2018 came from online giving ( Charitable Giving Report ). The number of new retained donors dropped 14.9% ( Fundraising Effectiveness Project ). Email Fundraising. 9% via PayPal.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Ask advocates to send proclamation requests to their local leaders. Advocate training: Host a webinar or record a training video that outlines the basics of grassroots advocacy and why it’s so important. If you’d prefer to keep your audience focused on the campaign, then set a series of mini milestones/goals.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Approximately 80% of volunteers state that they would like to be recognized or thanked by their organizations by hearing about how their work has made a difference. Your volunteers do a fantastic job in helping your nonprofit turn its dreams for a better community into reality. Let’s dive in to learn more!

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Available funds are low, and you know it will take more than one fundraiser to get your books where they need to be. To tackle this need for extra funds, many nonprofits launch concurrent fundraising events. By multitasking, organizations of any size can motivate donors to give and maximize their fundraising revenue.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

So, a year-end fundraising goal and plan is important for nonprofits to take full advantage of donors’ kindness. After over 20 years of fundraising, consulting, and teaching nonprofits across the U.S., Host a holiday appreciation event—not a fundraiser—in the midst of Giving Season. Create a thank you video.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 6, 2022

Fundraising for any nonprofit can be a challenging task. However, with a unique idea and thoughtful strategy, you can make your animal fundraising a roaring success. Host a pet adoption event. Luckily, you likely already have some cute pets, great partners, and robust software to leverage to your fundraising advantage.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 18, 2021

For many of us, summer fundraising can be frustrating because often our donor communications during this season yield less-than-ideal results. . Determine if a summer fundraising campaign would help your communications. Determine if a summer fundraising campaign would help your communications. Plan a community event.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Nonprofits are always looking for new and innovative ways to fundraise. While it’s important to keep fundraising fresh and exciting for your supporters, it’s also crucial to remind them what you’re actually raising money for. Marketing your mission should remain a top priority in your fundraising efforts. Let’s get started!

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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. It’s not easy to figure out what works in fundraising when you have little to no experience raising big bucks. So, you found yourself sidelined while you tried to figure out fundraising.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 2, 2022

What is a fundraising event committee? Most nonprofits supplement staff labor with volunteer support. Volunteers tend to fall into one of two categories: key volunteers, who envision and plan the event, and episodic volunteers, who do the day-of work or small tasks around the office.

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Qgiv

JULY 5, 2023

Peer-to-peer fundraising is a way to raise funds for your organization through your supporters and their networks. Using peer-to-peer fundraising helps you empower your current supporters while increasing your donor acquisition. To host a peer-to-peer fundraiser , all you need are participants and a platform to host your campaign.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 16, 2024

The stakes are always high when you’re launching a fundraising campaign. Professional fundraisers need to cover all the details to meet their targets. Nonprofit leaders managing both types of fundraisers need to equip and motivate everybody throughout the campaign. Hit them up.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

I confess to having a love/hate relationship with fundraising events. At its best, a nonprofit fundraising event is fun. These events divert attention from one-to-one fundraising efforts, which can be intimidating. But there are also potential pitfalls when it comes to hosting a nonprofit fundraising event.

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