Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 16, 2018

Ray Gary is the CEO of iDonate , a SaaS-based provider of the world’s most innovative Digital Fundraising Platform for nonprofits. If all I watch are action movies, the system isn’t going to recommend a drama. By Ray Gary. Non-profits aren’t immune to the changes driven by new technology. Think Netflix.

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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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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. March Madness Money. Click To Tweet.

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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! Outdoor Movie Night An outdoor movie night is a fun and engaging way to bring your community together while raising funds for your nonprofit.

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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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Achieve

MARCH 2, 2022

Technological advances and changing times have made it necessary for nonprofits and organizations everywhere to develop dynamic online fundraising strategies to find success. In addition to its convenience and low cost, online fundraising is ideal for organizations and nonprofits who are looking to easily expand their reach.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . If your nonprofit organization or charity would normally host a holiday fundraiser in-person, then you might consider moving to a virtual fundraising event online. .

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

A raffle is an easy way to increase fundraising revenue and engage supporters at events. Raffles often take place at fundraising events like galas or auctions. Connect with corporate partners and individual donors to ask if they’d be willing to donate raffle prizes to your fundraiser. Raffle basket FAQs How does a raffle work?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Whether you’re fundraising for your church’s youth group, your school, or your kid’s sports team, investing in the education and wellbeing of your kids is priceless. With a youth-oriented fundraiser, you can raise money for educational trips, sports equipment, classroom supplies, art supplies, musical instruments, or any other cause.

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Qgiv

APRIL 7, 2021

If your nonprofit is looking for a bold way to attract attention and raise money for your cause, an over the edge fundraiser is a great solution. But, they persist as an effective fundraiser. Because over the edge fundraisers offer a memorable experience that donors won’t soon forget! What is an over the edge fundraiser?

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Despite colder weather, the winter season is always a time of warmth and generosity, so just because the year is wrapping up doesn’t mean your holiday fundraising efforts should be too. If you’ve almost reached your fundraising goal, one last end-of-year push could help you not only meet your goal but go above and beyond.

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NonProfit Hub

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

These holiday fundraisers are sure to help you spice up your year-end giving season! While the concept of giving money to jump into a freezing body of water may not sound very appealing to some, this fundraising trend has become wildly popular in recent years. If your climate allows for it, bring your fundraiser outside!

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 29, 2018

Summer is finally here—the days are longer, the sun is brighter and the money-raising possibilities are endless. To ring in the season, here are 10 fun, unique and affordable summer fundraisers that will make everyone excited to give back. Nothing beats ice cream on a hot summer day, so why not turn it into a way to raise money?

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Leverage the mutual benefits of corporate partnerships by asking your sponsors to contribute a corporate package or basket to your auction. Many attendees are also excited at the prospect of accessing valuable deals on trips they may not otherwise spend money on but choose to bid on because they know it’s for a good cause.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Businesses, nonprofits, and charities who normally host a holiday fundraiser have been forced to move online, and finding ways to connect to once generous donors is tough. . If your nonprofit organization or charity would normally host a holiday fundraiser in-person, then you might consider moving to a virtual fundraising event online. .

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Qgiv

APRIL 27, 2022

Adding a raffle to your fundraising events is a great way to raise a little extra money for your organization and get your supporters excited about attending your events. While you can hold a raffle as a standalone fundraiser, it’s a great add-on to any fundraising event from auctions to standard events. Flatscreen TV.

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Classy

MAY 31, 2021

Another approach to recurring giving programs is to frame the donation as a way to sponsor a specific child, family, animal, or other recipient of your nonprofit’s services. . You’ll need to ask whether it’s worth it to spend money on these items, given the impact you expect it to have on acquiring recurring donors.

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Coming up with fresh fundraising ideas for nonprofits isn’t always easy. To make it easy, here’s a list of 75 fundraising ideas for nonprofits. Traditional Fundraising Ideas We’ve labeled the following 17 fundraising ideas for nonprofits as traditional because they’re staples when it comes to fundraising.

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DipJar

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

When developing a fundraising plan for your nonprofit, you’ll need to consider a number of ways to bring in revenue. For instance, you’ll create a sustainable fundraising model and have reliable funding coming in throughout the year that you can put toward various budgeting needs. Product fundraising. Restaurant partnerships.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. They offer a chance to dress up, get together with others, and have a good time — while also raising money for a good cause. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. 9) Movie screenings. 7) Shopping.

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NonProfit Hub

MAY 24, 2019

Are you looking mostly for exposure and fundraising, or do you want people to take action in some other way? If your goal is to fundraise, don’t spend money on bells and whistles that won’t bring in more dollars. If you’re concerned about funding, reach out to some corporate sponsors for support. Have a goal in mind.

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2021

Now that we’re well into 2021 and approaching a post-COVID reality in many parts of the world, nonprofit professionals have pondered what fundraising events will look like with both in-person and virtual engagements. You already know that virtual auction fundraisers are possible and fruitful, but the possibilities are almost endless.

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 27, 2021

They take care of your facility, give tours of your museum, welcome attendees to your annual gala, and pass out medals at fundraising races. Learn how Qgiv can help you and your volunteers make the most of your fundraising efforts! But why not ask your corporate sponsors to introduce you to potential volunteers or volunteer themselves?

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 2, 2011

Sound like the scene from an action movie or the Amazing Race? Actually, the scene is what the final leg of the “ No Pain No Gain ” fundraising run will probably resemble when it comes to its conclusion on October 8. The setting is a sunny, dry desert with the pyramids of Giza looming in the background.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 22, 2022

It’s no secret that fundraising in the time of COVID looks very different. Nonprofits, schools, churches, and many other organizations were forced to get creative to come up with fundraising ideas during COVID. When the pandemic first started, who could’ve guessed that it would change the way many nonprofits fundraise forever?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 3, 2009

I've been on Twitter since almost the beginning and have watched charitable giving and fundraising go from the edge to mainstream. It was launched by Dr. Mani who raised money for heart surgeries for poor kids in India. Last month, Joel Comm sponsored a Tweet-a-thon. in 450 select movie theatres nationwide on March 5th.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 24, 2010

orders-of-magnitude more tweeting and retweeting of a cause’s message when supporters know that for each tweet they publish, $1 will be directly donated to the cause by a sponsoring brand rather than a delayed and indirect payoff when their tweets are destined at only calling on others to consider making a donation.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Nonprofit organizations have a lot of challenges relating to fundraising. Lots of research shows that donors don’t want the organization to spend money on free merchandise. A creative fundraiser can make any of these items sound attractive to the donor. Many sponsors and donors want recognition for their support.

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2021

As a fundraiser, I understand all of these matters impact nonprofits, and the trend is leaning—hard—toward privacy and donor data protection. . To understand where we are, including fundraisers and nonprofits, with donor data protection, we have to take a look at what happened in souring the public on the idea that privacy was dead.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Want to bring your fundraising to the next level? Here are 31 fun, unique fundraising ideas that will support your programs without exhausting your members. From funding mission trips to furthering the education of your youth, raising money is vital to support your church’s mission and operations. Enlist in Boot Camp.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

APRIL 5, 2009

Flickr Photo by DaveFishernc Charity Balls, Dinner Dances, Black Tie Charity Events, and other parties where people donate money to a charity to have fun together are nothing new. On March 7, Meg Fowler and others from Social Media for Social Good organized an online fundraiser, called Stay In and Help Us.

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Whole Whale

JUNE 5, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) has forced the nonprofit fundraising world into the digital-only space almost immediately. While some organizations have had the capacity and savviness to hop onto this trend early, others are still trying to figure out where to start with online fundraising. Though we can’t promise $39 million).

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Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

If you lead a nonprofit, you know how important your fundraising events are. A fundraising event is the best way to engage with donors, garner support for your mission, and meet your revenue targets. But one question you might find yourself frequently asking is “What kind of fundraising event should we host next?”.

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Neon CRM

APRIL 27, 2023

Holding events is a great way for nonprofits to raise money, engage constituents, and raise their profile. And if you don’t have a solid event planning strategy in place, your nonprofit’s next gala, fundraiser, or walkathon could end up costing you more in time, energy, and money than what your event ends up raising.

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CauseVox

JUNE 14, 2021

Whether you’re a faith-based institution or nonprofit looking to fundraise for a mission trip, ministry program, or other special project, the landscape of religious fundraising has changed, especially with the pandemic. These days, faith-based organization fundraisers have evolved beyond tithing or bake sales. 55% of U.S.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 28, 2007

I'm working on another screencast (sponsored by NTEN and SalesForce ) about the SalesForce/Google Ad Words Integration. For example, if you were trying to promote the movie Pirates of the Caribbean you might include a negative "Not Pittsburgh" - so the movie fans would be clicking on your ad, not baseball fans.

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See3

MARCH 12, 2008

It turns out that much of what fundraisers think they know is right, but there is a lot of subtlety. It’s easy to imagine that the academic research may eventually serve as the building blocks for a unified theory of how to raise money. That’s a long time to wait before you know whether your money is doing any good.

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