Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 13, 2025

This begins with defining your metrics of success before the project even starts. If your organization lacks expertise in grant-seeking, consider consulting professionals or training staff to bolster your efforts. Invest in Relationships with Funders At the core of successful fundraising is trust and connection. About Shavonn V.

Grant

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 9, 2024

As a fundraising or marketing professional, you likely rely on your digital communication channels to stay in touch with supporters and engage them in your activities. This might mean inspiring individuals to donate , volunteer, advocate, become a peer-to-peer fundraiser, or otherwise support your cause.

CRM

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Calculate anticipated expenses and projected outcomes to create a “cost per outcome” metric (e.g., Highlight these metrics in your proposal to build funder confidence in your financial stewardship. cost per individual served).

Proposal

NonProfit PRO

JULY 16, 2025

But if they get a call within 24 hours from a real person — you, the frontline fundraiser — thanking them by name and connecting their gift to the impact it will make, you’re telling them something different entirely: “You matter. This is relationship fundraising, and relationships thrive on connection.

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amplifi

APRIL 24, 2025

Theres no shortage of challenges facing fundraisers today. percent, respectively, according to the latest data from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project. As a result, many fundraising professionals are tasked to raise more money with fewer resources, tighter budgets, and smaller teams. These are uncertain times for fundraisers.

Budget

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Grant writing is a critical component of nonprofit fundraising, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. Include metrics and success stories to back up your claims. Seek Professional Advice : Consult with a financial expert or accountant to review your budget and ensure accuracy and compliance. Data and Evidence 4.1

Grant Writing

NonProfit PRO

JULY 3, 2025

Inadequate Revenue Sources Relying primarily or solely on state or federal grants , or on money raised through your fundraising gala, will not provide sufficient financial support for your organization. Miller LLC, providing consulting and coaching to nonprofit CEOs and board leaders. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2025

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Greater Giving

JULY 23, 2025

Strong data management is a necessity for nonprofits juggling multiple programs, fundraisers , and outreach campaigns. In this guide, we’ll explore five data management best practices your nonprofit can implement to run more efficient fundraisers, launch more impactful programs, and cultivate stronger donor relationships.

Management

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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AI

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2025

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AI

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 11, 2025

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Award

NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2025

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AI

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

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Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2025

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AI

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2025

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AI

NonProfit PRO

JULY 17, 2025

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Funding

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 1, 2025

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 17, 2025

The Most Common Major Gift Fundraising Challenges We See in the Field Major gift fundraising should be one of the most energizing and rewarding parts of any development program. These are more than just operational hiccups—they're signs of deeper issues in how organizations support their fundraising teams.

Burnout

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

But when used intentionally, competition can be one of the most powerful tools in your fundraising toolbox. We have seen firsthand how healthy competition can transform fundraising results. When we layer competition into fundraising, we’re not replacing the mission. High-impact fundraisers need to feel seen and supported.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Nonprofit Support Centers Local organizations that provide resources and support for fundraising efforts. Clear evaluation metrics should be established early in the process to measure success effectively. For more guidance on successfully applying for funding, consult our article on how to apply for grant money.

Funding

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 14, 2025

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Planned Giving

APRIL 17, 2025

From 26 years in business, Ive heard every excuse, myth, and magic-bullet theory fundraising has to offer. Why are you fundraising? But if your relationship hasnt led to a gift in five years, its a coffee habit, not a fundraising strategy. This is fundraising, not hide-and-seek. 30 We dont need consultants.

SAM

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 23, 2025

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Funding

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

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Engineering

NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 24, 2025

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Just Write Grants

JUNE 20, 2025

Learn how to adapt your strategies and secure funding by integrating DEI metrics, climate action, and economic mobility outcomes. In 2025, funders are prioritizing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI), sustainability, and workforce development like never before.

Metrics

NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2025

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Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 3, 2025

to support the growth of SGP portfolio company MissionWired (“Company”), a provider of technology-enabled marketing and fundraising solutions for non-profit organizations and political campaigns and committees. MissionWired is known for its pioneering application of AI to optimize donor acquisition and fundraising performance.

Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 7, 2025

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Funding

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 16, 2025

This collaboration will embed Constant Contacts AI-driven digital marketing platform within Blackbaud Raisers Edge NXT fundraising software. Raisers Edge NXT delivers unmatched fundraising capabilities, starting with a data model thats purpose-built for our social impact users and supercharged with our own fundraising-optimized AI tools.

AI

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 6, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 18, 2025

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