Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 26, 2011

I have several clients who have had their best years ever in 2010 and 2011. Even with tight budgets, they’ll find a way to send staff to workshops or webinars. The organizations that are flourishing (and yes, some are doing great!) have been proactive and purposeful about fundraising. Take fundraising seriously.

Fundraising

Tech Soup

JANUARY 23, 2012

Despite many challenges, nonprofits retain a sense of optimism about the next six months according to the survey results cited in the State of Grantseeking 2011 (published in November 2011). Considering the budget cuts we’ve witnessed over the past two or three years in almost every state, I wonder how this can be happening?

Grantstation

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 9, 2022

A pledge campaign is one that accepts pledges of promised support at a later time instead of the actual funds immediately. Instead of risking donors losing momentum when they go to search for a credit card or double-check their budget, pledge fundraisers get a commitment from donors while the excitement is still running high.

Fundraising

Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn’s Nonprofit Blog was inspired by the many people who have reached out to Carolyn since it was launched in 2011 to ask for advice about becoming a grant writer and nonprofit fundraiser. I have noticed in the many grant applications I have prepared and submitted that budgets play a more important role than ever.

Grant Writing

GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Since our founding in 2011, GiveSmart by Momentive Software has helped tens of thousands of organizations— nonprofits, schools, and associations—successfully fundraise for their missions. And, you don’t have an unlimited budget to do so. billion in lifetime fundraising. You have to grow.

Fundraising

Tech Soup

JULY 11, 2011

to make quality videos, raise funds, or build campaigns. for this one hour talk show series with leaders in the nonprofit social video field sharing their storytelling tips, production budgets, viral. Fall of 2011 documenting the impact on kids and families along the. Pacific time, we will be. Join us at 10 a.m. seen at [link].

Media

Double the Donation

JULY 27, 2021

This powerful technology makes it easy for organizations to double or even triple their employer matching gift funds without having to manually chase after matching gift requests, saving them time, effort, and revenue. “UC These two solutions integrate seamlessly so that your organization can start harnessing matching gift funds in minutes.

Donation

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 24, 2022

In-person events like galas, benefits, and dinner parties are formal fundraisers, and a great way to celebrate your organization’s achievements, connect with supporters, and raise funds. Remember to explain how the funds raised will be used and how it will help further your organization’s mission.

Fundraising

Fundly

JANUARY 22, 2023

It’s important to know what to look for when choosing which site will best meet your fundraising needs, and that can vary greatly depending on your size, cause, and operating budget. Most crowdfunding websites price their services based on a percentage of overall funds collected. With this in mind, let’s jump in! 30/transaction).

Fundraising

Planned Giving

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Unless you’re planning to fail, it’s time to reprioritize that marketing budget. Yet we consistently hear the same refrain from an alarming number of nonprofits: “Sorry, nothing in the budget for planned giving right now.” Then they’ll look elsewhere, and another group will get funding that could have been yours.

Budget