Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Whether your nonprofit is aiming to raise awareness locally or nationally, engage volunteers, or boost donations in your city or region, focusing your efforts on Facebook makes strategic sense. Cost-Effective Advertising Options Facebook Ads allow you to target specific audiences by location, interests and more, even with a modest budget.

Media

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Nonprofit organizations need funding and support, whether through in-kind contributions, skilled volunteers, or monetary donations. This article will guide you through steps to ensure you’re well-prepared in advance of a disaster and ensure your efforts are effectively directed towards initiatives that provide aid during challenging times.

Donation

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Effective grant management goes beyond tracking funds in your CRM its also about budgeting effectively, prioritizing programs that need financial support, and delivering timely reports to grantmakers. Many grantmakers request a proposed budget along with grant applications to show youre thinking about these goals from the start.

Finance

Center for Major Gifts

MAY 4, 2025

Transform your nonprofit's legacy giving program with the power of donor stories no big budget required. A great article by Claire Meyerhoff. Most charities lack a dedicated planned giving director, a five-year bequest marketing plan, or a budget for direct mail campaigns focused on legacy gifts. Mary’s in his will.

Budget

CauseVox

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Seasoned fundraisers are well aware that fundraising involves a lot more than simply asking for donations. Board meetings and budget meeting dates If you are new to fundraising and havent yet held a fundraising campaign , then this is where a bit of research will likely go a long way. If so, when will they be trained?

Calendar

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2025

You can access sample auction item donation request letter templates here. In the case of a free demo, it will also allow you to make sure you’re making the right choice before investing in a tool, so you can budget your limited cash confidently. If they have a good time, they’ll likely donate more and return to attend future events.

Template

CauseVox

JUNE 9, 2025

When donors are thanked within 48 hours of making a gift, they’re 4x more likely to donate again. Immediately after receiving a donation, be sure to send an email confirmation that includes a donor “thank you”. But don’t let an automatic thank you after receiving a donation be the only time you reach out to your donors.

CRM

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

Are there any fundraising tools that can help with financial management, event planning, international operations, or donation organizations? Do you need a platform to collect online donations? Donation Platforms provide easy online fundraising, helping you reach a wider audience. Sure, there are!

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

This article provides a detailed exploration of the world of grants for churches non profit organizations, highlighting the types of grants available, strategies for identifying and applying for funding, best practices for grant writing , and the challenges associated with grant compliance and reporting.

Funding

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 17, 2024

If there’s one thing we’re most proud of, it’s the way we’re giving Not everyone has the time to write a Blue Avocado article. That’s why we’ve put some of Blue Avocado’s most popular articles from the past 15 years in the front of a new generation with Gold Avocado.

Budget

DoJiggy

APRIL 29, 2025

In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to organize a successful roller skating fundraiser. When people have fun, they are more inclined to support your cause through extra activities like raffle ticket purchases , custom merch sales, or donations. So lace up your skates and get ready to roll!

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

In this article, well explore practical strategies for turning one-time gifts into multi-year commitments. Why Multi-Year Commitments Matter When donors pledge support for multiple years, nonprofits gain a predictable revenue stream that simplifies budget forecasting and program planning.

Proposal

CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

A golf tournament fundraiser is not only a fantastic day out but also a powerful fundraising event that can drive significant donations, strengthen community connections, and build long-lasting partnerships with local businesses. Establish a Budget and Pricing Strategy Money matters. Sounds pretty great, right?

Fundraising

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2025

You can access sample auction item donation request letter templates here. In the case of a free demo, it will also allow you to make sure you’re making the right choice before investing in a tool, so you can budget your limited cash confidently. If they have a good time, they’ll likely donate more and return to attend future events.

Template

Wild Apricot

JUNE 16, 2025

In this article, we’ll break down what fiscal agents do, how they work and why nonprofits might need one. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for a way to manage grants and donations more effectively, understanding fiscal agents can help you move forward with fewer risks and more confidence.

Logic Model

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

For more information about grants, refer to our article on what is a grant. For tips on grant writing, visit our article on grant writing examples. For more insights, refer to our article on what is a grant. For more examples of successful proposals, explore our article on grant writing examples.

Grant Writing

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

To run a silent auction, you’ll need to plan many logistics, such as how guests will bid on items, what items you’re procuring, and how you’ll process donations. Determining the auction budget. To set an accurate budget for this event, assess past event budgets for similar experiences.

Procurement

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As you read through this article, remember that though ideally, these roles will be filled by board or staff members, they can also be filled with loyal volunteers. These individuals have the skills, knowledge, and experience to elevate all your digital fundraising experiences, resulting in more donations for your mission.

Fundraising

CauseVox

JULY 1, 2025

They had an optimized donation page and were running campaigns online, but every time they needed to send a thank-you note, pull a donor report, or figure out who gave last year, it turned into a scramble. At its core, a fundraising platform is a tool designed to help you collect donations and run campaigns online. Sound familiar?

CRM

DonorSnap

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Unlike recurring donations , nonprofits typically restrict pledges to a specific purpose and a fixed timeline. This article explores what pledges are and how tools in DonorSnap can help your nonprofit manage them effectively. Do Nonprofits Need to Track Pledges Separately from Donations?

CRM

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Books : Numerous books and articles provide in-depth knowledge on animal welfare and behavior, offering valuable insights and practical advice. Step 3: Create a Business Plan and Budget You’ll need to develop a business plan to start an animal rescue. Animal Shelter: Is There a Difference?

Policies

Planned Giving

MAY 12, 2025

These gifts are often the largest and most impactful contributions a donor will ever makewith the average planned gift ranging from 200-300 times larger than a typical annual donation. Read the rest of the article for valuable details, typical case study and a readyness calculator. Gratitude opens doors.

Policies

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

An estimated $557 billion was donated by individuals, foundations, and corporations to charities in the United States in 2023. Regardless of where those funds came from, one thing is certain: not-for-profit (NFP) organizations must maintain the publics trust if they wish to continue receiving donations.

Training

CauseVox

MAY 27, 2025

Your online fundraising campaigns and donation pages connect to your nonprofit CRM, and you can automate donation processing, receipts, and the recording of donations. Start by Choosing the Right Platform Look for a CRM that fits your teams size, budget, and goals. What Are The Benefits of a Nonprofit CRM?

CRM

DonorSnap

MAY 7, 2025

This article explores best practices and tips and tricks for hosting a successful donor appreciation event. How to Budget for a Donor Appreciation Event It is important to strike the right balance when budgeting for these events. Look for ways to offset costs by seeking event sponsors , in-kind donations, or volunteer support.

Budget

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 22, 2025

This article aims to show how nonprofits can leverage wealth screening, engagement metrics, and analytical tools to identify and qualify top prospects. Look at donation history, event attendance, volunteer hours, and online engagement metrics like email open rates and social media interactions.

Metrics

Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 29, 2025

Blog Summary: The article provides a comprehensive guide for schools looking to raise funds in 2025. Ideas for Schools to Raise Money in2025 School fundraising is more than just a way to bridge budget gaps-its an opportunity to unite students, parents, teachers, and the broader community to support education.

Fundraising

Planned Giving

JULY 31, 2025

Editor’s Note (August 2025): This article was originally published in August 2023 and has been updated to reflect current terminology and to include links to additional resources on Philanthropy.org , a platform for insights and trends in modern giving. Some are even volunteer organizations that run on a limited budget.

Donation

CauseVox

MAY 27, 2025

Your online fundraising campaigns and donation pages connect to your nonprofit CRM, and you can automate donation processing, receipts, and the recording of donations. Start by Choosing the Right Platform Look for a CRM that fits your teams size, budget, and goals. What Are The Benefits of a Nonprofit CRM?

CRM

DoJiggy

JULY 29, 2025

This article provides you with a variety of tested and innovative strategies to help your Key Club raise funds. Planning successful fundraisers requires clear objectives, effective promotion strategies, and wise budgeting to maximize engagement and financial outcomes. Looking for Key Club fundraising ideas that work?

Fundraising

Wild Apricot

JULY 24, 2025

We’ll share a few smart, manageable steps (no big budget or marketing team required). If people stay on your pages, explore more content or take action (like donating or signing up), it’s a strong signal to search engines that your site is beneficial and trustworthy. This not only improves SEO but keeps visitors engaged longer.

AI

Blackbaud

JULY 10, 2025

But there’s a catch—the donor says they will only donate the money if your organization raises at least $200,000 to assist with the funding. Examples of contribution revenue include one-off donations from individuals, sustained giving, or grants. Now, you have to assess the specific conditions or restrictions of the donation.

Finance

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 10, 2025

In one case, I was laid off from a job I had for three years at a not-for-profit organization because of budget cuts (third round of layoffs). provides articles on resumes and cover letters, interviewing, personal branding, and career growth to name a few.

GPC

DoJiggy

MARCH 4, 2025

From unique themed events to interactive games and activities, this article will provide you with a variety of options to choose from. This event allows local businesses to sponsor the fashion show, providing discounts or donating outfits in exchange for publicity. Car Wash : Student-led car washes are a classic prom fundraiser.

Fundraising

Blue Avocado

MARCH 3, 2025

In this article, Ill explain all of this, and offer an elegant solution: A single investment that can help tens of thousands of nonprofits for decades to come, change the course of the entire nonprofit sector, and write history. Whenever possible, we make increases in increments over several years to allow nonprofits budgets to catch up.

Insurance

Peak Proposals

JULY 20, 2025

there has long been a false belief that spending on foreign aid represented a huge chunk of the federal budget. In reality, USAID’s budget represented approximately 1% of the federal budget. This Is Our Biggest Failure (Note: This is a NY Times article, which may require a subscription to access.) In the U.S., Permalink

Policies

Ann Green's Nonprofit

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Marketing your organization on a budget is easy when you know the right strategies and tools to use. Once it comes time to get the word out about your event, you quickly realize you don’t have that much money left in your budget to create promotional materials and decide to deprioritize marketing.

Budget