Greater Giving

APRIL 8, 2022

Our annual nonprofit fundraising report is here, packed full with surprising insights and new fundraising strategies, all based on YOUR answers. Download the full State of Nonprofit Fundraising report here! Dear fundraising professional : we wrote this report for you! The future is looking brighter for nonprofits !

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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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Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

It’s one of the most overlooked places to seal the deal with your donor: the fundraising landing page. . This valuable piece of online real estate is where the donor goes to take action and give your organization money. Your fundraising landing page is a perfect opportunity to make a strong connection with your donor.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 25, 2021

This means it can sometimes seem like we’re making very little progress on our development goals as we head into fall fundraising. However, there are a few things that you can do this summer that will make a big difference for fall fundraising. Now is a great time to reflect, make changes, or even plan ahead!

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Qgiv

JUNE 23, 2021

As your nonprofit organization continues to grow, it’s time to consider investing in an effective fundraising platform that truly accommodates your nonprofit’s size, financial needs, and developing fundraising strategies. Why is fundraising important for nonprofits? Leverage Nonprofit Fundraising Best Practices.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2022

Making fundraising calls can be nerve-wracking, but it helps to have a plan in the form of a fundraising script. Why and when to use a script for fundraising. You can use these scripts in a variety of scenarios, including offering them to: Volunteers during a fundraising call bank event. Let’s dive in! How should I ask?

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Bloomerang

APRIL 17, 2024

Will you bring in enough money to survive during these uncertain times? Unsurprisingly, most organizations collect data through forms, questionnaires, surveys, databases, and customer relationship management systems. We still face uncertainty today, given inflation, rising costs, high employee turnover , and political unrest.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Listen carefully and you’ll hear the call going up in charity offices everywhere: What’s the plan for our end-of-year fundraising campaign ? While one particular organization may get greater traction with their in-person events , another makes better use of their donor relationships. The donor list health check.

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NTEN

AUGUST 5, 2014

On August 2-3, I attended the 5th biennial Money for Our Movements (MFOM) social justice fundraising conference in Baltimore, Maryland, convened by the Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training. Everyone is a fundraiser: People donate to entire organizations, not just to one department (or silo).

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CauseVox

JULY 11, 2022

Peer-to-peer fundraising is on the rise and it’s no wonder since they typically raise twice as much compared to other types of digital fundraising campaigns. And who better to get peer-to-peer fundraising tips from than a nonprofit professional? Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaign. Who Is Invest In Kids?

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2022

At this time of year, we assess our fundraising performance and make plans for next year. We need to consider the quality and intensity of the relationship between donors and our organizations. We need to consider the quality and intensity of the relationship between donors and our organizations.

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Neon CRM

AUGUST 11, 2023

It’s one of the most high-profile fundraising days of the year. It’s easy to focus on fundraising success and forget about donor retention. But here’s the thing: Your GivingTuesday fundraising success is only part of the equation. Retaining your donors is the most sustainable, cost-effective way to raise money.

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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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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 5, 2022

Smart fundraisers are getting better at planning for uncertainty. Just when we thought we were out of the woods, new strains and variants of the COVID virus have sent many fundraisers scrambling, again. Giving USA 2021 data continues to show the importance of individual donors for fundraising success.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 29, 2023

Online fundraising is increasingly essential for nonprofits, but these types of initiatives come with unique challenges. Average online fundraising revenue declined by 4% in 2022 after two years of monumental growth inspired by the global pandemic. What are online fundraising platforms? Report on fundraising data.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Each year, the Blackbaud Institute invites leading experts in the world of social good to reflect on current trends, giving insights to stay ahead of the curve. Rather than asking “How do we get them to give more money?” Make sure the group reflects a mix of stakeholders, from volunteers to donors to external partners.

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Allegiance Group

OCTOBER 16, 2023

A Major gifts officer cultivates high-level donors, connecting with them individually to build relationships that significantly impact your nonprofit. They like people, are dedicated and enthusiastic about your cause, are great storytellers and listeners , and have a natural gift for raising money (of course!). What makes you nervous?

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 24, 2021

It’s important to have a plan in place for donor acknowledgement and John Killoran, Founder of Snowball Fundraising, lends his expertise from assisting over 7,000 nonprofits below. . Donor appreciation should be a crucial aspect of your overall fundraising strategy from the moment you start your nonprofit.

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EveryAction

JUNE 8, 2023

Welcome to another installment of Thursday Thoughts, a dedicated space for our friends in nonprofit sector leadership to reflect on reports, statistics, and other trends—because when our community shares knowledge, we can all do more good.  Check out our last installment here! Learn more at MESG.marketing ! Learn more at WeRaiseTheRoots.com

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 10, 2021

But, as with any relationship, it can’t be just about the money. Thus, socially responsible consumerism becomes the foundation for a meaningful relationship, where each party contributes to the other’s success. Your mission should reflect the values they embrace. The value in nonprofit-corporate partnerships.

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Top Nonprofits

JANUARY 5, 2022

Just when we thought we were out of the woods, new strains and variants of the COVID virus have sent many fundraisers scrambling, again. Rather than waiting for things to ‘return to normal,’ smart fundraisers are getting better at planning for uncertainty. This is even more essential during challenging times.

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Bloomerang

JULY 16, 2021

Read what Lisa Chmiola (Chief Fablanthropist at Fablanthropy ), fundraising pro Mimosa Kabir , and Sarah Willey (founder of Sarah Willey LLC ) have to offer you: Expert advice, best practices, and tips to help anyone who is considering their next job move. . One of the reasons cited why women make less money is because they don’t ask.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Each year, the Blackbaud Institute invites leading experts in the world of social good to reflect on current trends, lending their insights to stay ahead of the curve. Rather than asking “How do we get them to give more money?” Make sure the group reflects a mix of stakeholders, from volunteers to donors to external partners.

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Qgiv

MARCH 12, 2024

When thinking about fundraising, most people immediately think of individual donors, but corporations are another great source of potential revenue for nonprofits! Corporate giving programs, which are akin to corporate social responsibility programs , often reflect a business’s moral compass. Improved reputation and brand image.

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Global Giving

APRIL 4, 2019

When gathering data, it is important to first reflect on what goal you want to achieve and what information you need to know in order to find out if you’re doing it right. Q: How can data help nonprofits raise more money? It will reveal giving patterns that can help inform your future fundraising efforts.

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Neon CRM

JANUARY 23, 2024

Due to their size, major gifts can be game-changers for fundraising teams. One major gift-size donation can be the difference between meeting your fundraising goal and not. of all donated income comes from major gifts fundraising—that’s a substantial chunk of revenue! They’re substantial funding for a nonprofit.

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Achieve

JUNE 11, 2021

cultivating relationships. Hybrid and virtual fundraising events. At in-person events, your donor outreach team can have one-on-one conversations with multiple guests to help start your nonprofit’s relationship with them off on the right foot. after your event wraps up. present their own unique challenges for staying in touch.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 1, 2022

But since you are handling a business deal and not asking for donations from supporters, the process for getting sponsorships is different than your year-round fundraising. Consider the reputation and values of the business you are partnering with since that will reflect on your organization. Find the right match.

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Bloomerang

JULY 6, 2023

The strategic planning process involves reflecting on your mission to identify your most important goals and determining the strategies you’ll use to reach them. Here is an overview of a few misconceptions about the process: Our nonprofit should be focused on saving/generating money, not spending it. Let’s get started.

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Qgiv

MAY 26, 2021

If you’re looking to grow fundraising at your school, an excellent tool to take advantage of is peer-to-peer fundraising, also referred to as P2P fundraising. What is P2P fundraising? P2P fundraising is a method that encourages your supporters to fundraise on your behalf. Trivia Night. 5K/10K Race.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 28, 2008

And here's another clever online fundraising strategy for breast cancer. As many of you know, I'm more of a dog person than a cat person, but I thought this was a great example of encouraging deeper engagement with a cause, disease education, and online fundraising. Here's three themes worth reflecting on. to the Susan G.

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DipJar

MARCH 17, 2022

Meyer has been an institutional fundraiser for more than a decade. We talked about how fundraising for the Cathedral differed from these institutions and it comes down to the relationship the donor has with the organization. Fast forward 18 months and 15-20,000 people are once again able to worship, reflect, and tour St.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Therefore each individual relationship, interaction, and correspondence with these supporters is vital to a nonprofit’s overall sustainability. Fundraising Tech constituent relationship management system CRM database donor partners profiles sponsors volunteer' Image courtesy of iwillradio.tv.online.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising is a powerful online fundraising strategy that empowers individuals to fundraise on behalf of your cause. But without an effective volunteer recruitment strategy, finding participants for peer-to-peer fundraisers can be challenging. Prepare participants with a peer-to-peer fundraising guide.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Adding a golf tournament to your fundraising event roster is a win-win for your nonprofit and your donors—your nonprofit adds a reliable income stream and your donors get to support your mission through a fun activity. Your event website becomes the home base for marketing your golf fundraiser. Leverage digital channels.

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Candid

AUGUST 18, 2022

The money pledged is an example of historical cycles of reactionary funding traditionally followed by retrenchment and backlash. The money pledged is an example of historical cycles of reactionary funding traditionally followed by retrenchment and backlash. Listen and respond to Black leaders.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 19, 2022

An online auction is a great way to engage your supporters and raise money for your organization at the same time. Bloomerang – Constituent Relationship Manager. Bloomerang is a powerful constituent relationship manager system that can help you manage your donors, volunteers, and sponsors in one place.

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