Big Fundraising Ideas

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Further ideas: If you have a bigger budget, invite a guest performersuch as a local musicianto perform alongside the children, drawing community members who dont have kids at theschool. Winter Fundraising (January and February) Why it works: After the indulgences of the holidays, many people are ready for healthier habits.

Fundraising

Instrumentl

JUNE 21, 2025

Instrumentl Partner Webinars are collaborations between Instrumentl and its community partners to provide free educational workshops for grant professionals. Click here to save a seat in our next workshop. Subscribe Instrumentl Partner Workshop Slides No items found. Five steps to look like a pro with Teresa Huff.

Instrumentl

GiveSmart

APRIL 1, 2025

No matter a nonprofits yearly fundraising budget, organizations recently shared that events make up nearly half of their annual revenue. Take photos of stuffies playing, getting ready for bed, and all tucked in! On the day of the sale, volunteer salespeople should be ready to display items on racks and tables.

Fundraising

Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

And a budget for it. If you’re not sending your development staff to workshops, classes, and seminars, you’re doing your organization a grave disservice. Important: If yours is a small, community-based nonprofit AND is grant-ready, consider outsourcing. Important: Invest in donor stewardship and reliable data. Retain staff.

Letter Of Inquiry

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Why Attend Free Grant Money Workshops Attending free grant money workshops can equip participants with essential knowledge and skills needed for successful grant applications. These workshops cover crucial topics, ensuring attendees understand the grant landscape and how to navigate it effectively.

Grant

Candid

JUNE 14, 2023

The numbers don’t add up To avoid this pitfall, make sure your proposal’s financial statements and budgets (literally) add up to the correct amounts. You’ll also need to ensure that the line items in your budget match the activities outlined in your broader grant proposal. An output is hosting six exercise workshops for 300 students.

Proposal

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 1, 2024

If hearing about nonprofit budgets makes you cringe a little ( or a lot ), keep reading. In 2024, the grant landscape for nonprofits has evolved significantly, emphasizing the need for meticulous financial planning and transparent budgeting to meet funder expectations. We’ve got you.

Budget

Blackbaud

JULY 17, 2024

This is our chance to get ahead of the curve with targeted workshops designed specifically for K–12 users. Sharpen your budgeting skills or learn how to organize your donors based on their behaviors and characteristics to boost fundraising efforts. Ready to Register?

Conference

Tech Soup

APRIL 3, 2017

In partnership with NTEN, we brought together 50 volunteers to attend the 17NTC conference for dedicated workshops that will prepare them to be nonprofit technology champions. The workshops topics included. So don't be nervous — we're ready to create amazing tech training and networking events in your community!

Readiness

CauseVox

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Are you ready for #GivingTuesday on November 30th? For small orgs on a tight budget or can’t get a digital fundraising tool approved quickly, you can use CauseVox for 100% free with the Basic Plan. Download the free 2021 Year-End Fundraising Calendar: 2. In 2020, donors gave over $2.47 Need a tool to fundraise for free?

Fundraising

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 24, 2022

Anytime I lead a grant writing workshop, I always ask the attendees to share their grant experience – whether they’ve been a grant professional for years and are looking for a refresher or if they’ve been voluntold that grants are now under their preview. Take the time ensure your organization is grant ready.

Grant

Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Every month TechSoup's NetSquared community organizers volunteer to bring free and low-cost nonprofit technology events and workshops to more than 50 cities. Seattle, Washington: Get Ready for Giving Tuesday. Colorado Springs, Colorado: Train and Equip Your Team on a Shoestring Budget. Monday, November 9, 2015.

Training

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 8, 2025

Therefore, depending on your budget, visit a professional photographer or ask a talented friend for help. Budget your time. Many career fairs offer extras like webinars and workshops on job hunting or industry topics. Take a headshot. Pictures make a strong impression. Test your equipment. Broaden your education.

Budget

Get Fully Funded

JUNE 18, 2023

In your plan, be sure to include who (help you’ll need) will do what (responsibilities), what things will cost (budget), and how you’ll stay on target (accountability). One look at the budget and I would glaze over. Be ready to paint the picture of where you’re going and then motivate folks to join you for the journey.

Nonprofit

Get Fully Funded

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

Get ready, I’m getting on my soap box! I understand that some of you live and breathe by your budget. A budget is a guideline by the way, and not chiseled in stone.). You’ll become so focused on staying inside that budget that you will miss golden opportunities. Most of the time that’s a great thing.

Training

CauseVox

AUGUST 11, 2022

There isn’t a universal dollar amount that tips someone into the ranks of a major donor – that threshold varies based on the size and budget of a nonprofit. To help you successfully create and sustain a major donor program, we’ve pulled together key takeaways from this workshop with Charles Burge and Chanda Lockhart.

CRM

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Goals Objectives Improve community health Conduct 10 health workshops Increase education access Provide 50 scholarships to students Support local artists Organize 5 art exhibitions Each objective should follow the SMART criteria: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Application

CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

Take a look at your fundraising totals for the year so far, along with any changes in your organization’s budget that need to be accounted for. For starters, check out our major gifts workshop to learn best practices for cultivating and nurturing relationships with high-impact donors. Ready, (Re)set, Go!

Fundraising

Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Significance of Fundraising for Schools Schools heavily rely on fundraising efforts to supplement budgets, especially in areas where public funding falls short. Create a detailed budget plan that accounts for expenses, potential risks, and contingency measures, ensuring financial transparency and accountability throughout fundraising.

Fundraising

Grant Writing Made Easy

MAY 20, 2024

Ready to unlock the secrets to writing winning grants? Budget: A clear and detailed budget is essential to assure funders that their money will be spent wisely. Beyond structured courses, engaging in specialized training workshops and webinars can further enhance your grant writing skills. Let’s dive in!

Grant Writing

Candid

AUGUST 6, 2024

Lists of vetted, shovel-ready game-changing investments include our Bold Solutions Network , the Audacious Project’s Ideas Archive , and Global Giving’s list of Vetted, Top Ranked, and Effective Nonprofits. Funders can help build the capacity of small organizations to use the funds effectively. Similarly, when the W.K.

Proposal

Just Write Grants

MAY 20, 2024

Lead by Example: Promote environmental awareness within your organization by organizing educational workshops or brown bag lunches on sustainability topics for staff and volunteers. Solution: Research different platforms to find one with fees that fit your budget. Concern: Don't online fundraising platforms charge fees?

Utilities

Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In terms of budget, projects with a larger scope may be eligible to request larger amounts for up to three or five years of support, depending on the track and project. This includes 50 awards for Level 1 projects, 30 for Level 2, 15 for capacity-building, and 40 for conferences and workshops. What if I am ready to apply?

Education

Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 18, 2022

Moreover, it’s incredibly frustrating for your nonprofit if you’re in danger of not reaching your fundraising goals , and there are people willing and ready to help who cannot contribute financially. Given the In difficult times, nonprofits provide life-changing support to people affected by financial hardship.

Donation

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

In her previous role as Foundation Manager for the VRMC Foundation, she managed the annual giving programs, assisted and oversaw the annual budget and marketing plans, and managed a major gift donor portfolio of over 150 donors. She has over 15 years of development and marketing experience. Announce your year-end fundraising total.

Retainer

Grant Writing Made Easy

AUGUST 7, 2023

Attend grant writing workshops , webinars, and seminars. Build a Strong Foundation in Grant Writing Clients want to work with someone who knows their craft. If you’re not already a pro, invest in professional development.

Grant Writing

Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Board Catalyst: Aly Sterling can conduct workshops to help energize and strengthen your board members. Expert services Getting Attention helps nonprofits with nearly every aspect of the Google Ad Grant, including: Application and eligibility check: Is your nonprofit ready to apply for the Google Ad Grant? Are you even eligible?

Consulting

Peak Proposals

DECEMBER 22, 2019

Understanding Proposal Budgets a. Budget Preparation and Review b. Key Budgeting Concepts VI. Funders have different budgets, funding priorities, and missions. Understanding Proposal Budgets When you search for potential funders, it is beneficial to have a sense of how much your project will cost.

Funding

Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

She is regularly featured as a presenter at multiple chambers of commerce and local workshops and seminars on networking, event marketing, and sales training. You’re ready to set a goal and a deadline and get to fundraising. You’ve researched the most prominent types of online marketing and advertising.

Utilities

Qgiv

JUNE 9, 2021

They oversee activities and play a large role in determining how you spend your budget and the goals you set. Ready to host your best auction ever? Depending on your budget, you may be able to get a popular artist, but you can also reach out to local musicians. Silent disco – Get ready for a night of fun with a silent disco!

Fundraising

Fundly

JUNE 20, 2024

Giving Tuesday: FAQs Ready to become a Giving Tuesday expert? Grantmakers can issue challenge grants, sponsor nonprofit events, and host capacity-building workshops. Set a goal and budget. Then, evaluate the resources you have available to outline a budget for your team to work with. Create your Giving Tuesday content.

Goals

Blue Avocado

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In the year before my arrival, the organization suffered a $3 million operating deficit on a $10 million budget, which was saved only by receiving a surprise $23 million bequest (imagine having to rely on an angel donor—or really whale—to stay afloat!). After five years, we finally balanced the budget.

Nonprofit

Center for Major Gifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

If you’re ready to go beyond annual giving and unlock a more sustainable future through legacy gifts, read on. Assessing Your Organization’s Readiness Before launching a planned giving program, it’s essential to evaluate your organization’s readiness. Organizations of all sizes can benefit from planned giving.

Pass-Through