Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point. Are your staff and board ready to speak with a foundation representative about the organization’s priorities? billion , or 21% of total U.S.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Is your nonprofit or school getting the most from its fundraising CRM? How Nonprofits and Schools Can Use CRM Integration When your CRM is integrated with the other tools your organization uses, information flows automatically between them and can facilitate more automation and more concise, rapid reporting.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 5, 2025

Budgeting for a nonprofit organization is much like planning that road trip. In this blog post, you’ll learn the essential steps for creating an effective nonprofit budget. What Is the Purpose of a Budget for Nonprofits? Free Resource Why Nonprofits Need Nonprofit Accounting Software Download now 7.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 23, 2024

When your nonprofit is just getting started, your budget for an accounting system is likely very close to $0. Those low-cost tools can be a great way to launch and gain momentum, but there comes a point for every nonprofit when the time it takes to manage your fund accounting workarounds outweighs the cost of upgrading your system.

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 31, 2024

Are you planning a capital campaign that will take your nonprofit to new heights? And that's why we're excited to launch an upcoming 6-part blog series, dedicated to capital campaign preparation. These six articles will guide you and your team through an essential readiness assessment that every nonprofit needs before taking the leap.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Get your small staff ready for a new CRM Read more Before you invest in a new CRM, determine the root cause of your frustrations and limitations, as that will enable you to be strategic in how you proceed. Purpose-built for fundraising : Is the CRM youre considering designed with nonprofits in mind?

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 28, 2025

Does your nonprofits brand ever feel like its missing that one puzzle piecesomething that, once found, could amplify your mission from a quiet whisper to a confident rallying cry? In our ever-crowded nonprofit landscape, having a strong brand is more than just looking the partits a strategic advantage. Lets dive in.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

She is also BoardSource certified, which has given her greater insight into how nonprofit boards can best support their organizations. to describe the development team’s feelings, but the question they all have is: “Are we really ready to do this?”. Capital campaigns can be a really exciting tool for nonprofits to fuel their growth.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. For nonprofit professionals, grasping this lifecycle is key to improving funding success, maintaining compliance , and fostering strong relationships with funders.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Before we officially wrap up the year, lets dive into the top articles of the year on the Get Fully Funded blog. Get ready to dive into the wealth of knowledge from these 2024 fundraising articles. 5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!: Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Nonprofits?

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Gail Perry Group

AUGUST 29, 2024

Ready to turn your campaign goals into reality? At the beginning stage of campaign planning, many nonprofits (and particularly their board members) immediately think about creating an impressive, polished, comprehensive Case for Support document. You are not ready. You can find links to each of the blog posts below.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

The holidays are coming soon and that means you need to be ready to make the most of it, starting with getting your nonprofit website spiffed up, donor friendly, and ready to receive donations. Here’s a list of 6 things you can do to get your nonprofit website ready for the holidays. Update your blog.

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Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

If your nonprofit has chosen to use the tagging feature in QuickBooks to help identify your restricted revenue, this means you will be juggling even more spreadsheets outside of your software. This shift underscores the need for a more robust accounting solution designed specifically for the unique needs of nonprofit organizations.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

I talk with many nonprofit leaders who are working to capacity. While there is a lot that a nonprofit cant control in the grant world, one thing is certain: if you dont apply, you cant win. In this blog: When do nonprofits need urgent grant help? Does this sound familiar? If it does, you are not alone.

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CauseVox

APRIL 28, 2025

When someone sees a friend or family member fundraising for a cause they care about, theyre far more likely to feel a personal connection and chip ineven if theyve never heard of your nonprofit before. Start with the basics: nonprofit SEO. And thats exactly where your nonprofit can shine. And the best way to do that?

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Whether youre a nonprofit, educational institution, healthcare organization, or a socially responsible corporation, a well-designed website sets the stage for stronger donor relationships, more engaged volunteers, and deeper community trust.

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Blackbaud

APRIL 1, 2025

Amid times of significant uncertainty, your grantees need to know that you are informed, listening to their needs, and ready to support your communities. By gathering data and intentionally evolving strategies now, funders can ensure their giving remains purposeful and transformative, ready to face any future challenges.

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The Fundraiser Coach

MARCH 30, 2025

blog series, a six-part guide for building stronger, more sustainable donor relationships. And ready to make a connection. Build Connection: The First Step in Securing Transformational Gifts Welcome to my B.R.I.D.G.E. Each post explores one part of the B.R.I.D.G.E. I n short, a human-to-human connection.

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Blackbaud

MAY 23, 2024

In the last five years, nonprofits have witnessed a significant upswing in the availability of federal funding. Initiatives like the American Rescue Plan, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, the CHIPS and Science Act, and other pass-through funding to states and local governments have spurred a surge in nonprofits seeking federal funding.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2024

Although not ready or able yet to make a monetary donation, many 20-somethings are eager to support your cause through advocacy, social influence, and volunteering. For a nonprofit organization, these non-revenue resources can be incredibly valuable over the lifetime of a Gen Z supporter. He started the organization as a six-year-old.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Nonprofits, healthcare organizations, and schools can create programs, services, or products that align with their mission while also generating funds. A youth nonprofit could partner with a local tech company to fund a coding camp, while giving the company visibility in marketing materials and on social media, for example.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

GivingTuesday presents an invaluable opportunity for nonprofits to capture the generosity of first-time, spontaneous givers. Ready to take the next step? These donors, who contribute without prior planning, can be the unsung heroes of your end-of-year fundraising.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Nonprofit organizations need funding and support, whether through in-kind contributions, skilled volunteers, or monetary donations. Forming these types of relationships and taking it a step further to incorporate a relief plan with nonprofit organizations can enable companies to respond more quickly.

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GiveSmart

JANUARY 22, 2025

In this guide, well share five best practices for nonprofits looking to raise more during the fundraising event season. Plan Ahead The spring and summer months are some of the most significant in terms of nonprofit event-hosting. However, many organizations choose to plan ahead when possible.

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Plan All Year for Year-End Gifts of Asset It is imperative for nonprofit organizations, universities, and foundations to communicate about possible year-end gifts of assets throughout the year and certainly as soon as possible in the last quarter of the year, but sometimes a last-minute rush is unavoidable.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 31, 2025

To avoid wading through funding applications that dont meet your program criteriaand wasting the time of those nonprofits submitting those applicationsyou should include an eligibility quiz before the formal application. Focus Area: Include a list of options, such as youth literacy, nutrition, and workforce readiness.

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Clairification

JUNE 3, 2024

I’ve added in the implications for nonprofits who are wooing donors. As you get ready or when you are driving over think about what kind of people you want to meet and what kind of interactions you want to have. The same holds true for blog posts and social media shares. Set an intention.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

As many nonprofits of all sizes now recognize, planned giving represents a significant opportunity to advance their missions. The biggest challenge that nonprofits face with new planned giving programs, however, comes when it’s time to switch on the prospect pipeline. Filter down to identify likely prospects.

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Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

Because nonprofits depend on donations, they’re often stretched thin for resources. Luckily, there are plenty of free nonprofit resources online for your organization to take advantage of. How to use educational resources for your nonprofit There are a few major benefits to utilizing free nonprofit resources to their full potential.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

That forces many nonprofit leaders to plan for a scarcity mindset with short-term, safe programs that they know will get funded, instead of long-term and innovative solutions that might include more risks. But many nonprofits that earn organization-changing donations scramble to build the infrastructure to manage the funds effectively.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Nonprofits play a crucial role in providing aid and support during these critical times. Here are six practical tips to ensure your nonprofit is ready to respond swiftly and effectively during a disaster. Ensure Fund Preparedness Financial stability is essential for sustaining your nonprofit’s disaster response efforts.

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Clairification

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I had a pure strategic fundraising post all ready to launch today, but I just couldn’t quite do it. I try to stay away from “politics,” because I know that’s not why you read my blog. And so do our nonprofits, our staff, our volunteers, our donors and our clients. The world seems wildly out of whack right now.

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amplifi

APRIL 17, 2025

Guest blog by Viken Mikaelian, PlannedGiving.com Planned giving can get complicated, but promoting it shouldnt be. Help donors understand why planned gifts matter and how they can benefit both the nonprofit and their own financial situation. Make it easy (because nobody reads the fine print). Planned gifts arent impulse decisions.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Here is a snapshot of what happened and our tips for creating short-form videos at your nonprofit. Tips for nonprofit short-form video creation The way we make videos has changed so much over the last year. Setting up to record video takes time, whether it’s prepping the space or getting yourself camera-ready.

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Media Nonprofit Metrics Readiness 122

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

But if youre a fundraiser for a nonprofit organization or school in the midst of an unfolding disaster, you can do more than raise money. Forge partnerships with other nonprofits or schools : In a disaster, individual organizations may struggle with limited resources or expertise. No question that cash is crucial in a catastrophe.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. We’ve had our own share of nonprofit compliance undertakings over the years. Compliance takes collaboration One key takeaway from our SOC 2 audit is that effective nonprofit compliance requires collaboration.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 29, 2024

85% of nonprofits generate online gifts during GivingTuesday, and 76% of them use email marketing campaigns to promote their online giving campaigns according to our nonprofit GivingTuesday survey results. Email marketing is a powerful tool that nonprofits can leverage to reach supporters and maximize donations.

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