The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

By understanding the most common obstacles and how to overcome them, your nonprofit can host events that not only meet your goals but also inspire and engage your community. Set Realistic Expectations: Communicate clear timelines and goals so your team knows whats achievable within your available resources.

Budget

Bonterra

JULY 9, 2025

Ready to see what unified advocacy can do? By unifying advocacy, fundraising, and marketing efforts in a single platform, your team can save time, grow revenue, and create lasting relationships with the people who care about your mission most. Want to turn advocacy into long-term support?

Lobbying

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

Predictive modeling combines wealth with socio-economic, demographic, behavioral, lifestyle, and past giving data to give you a fuller picture of your potential donors. For annual, recurring, and midlevel gifts, the goal is to match the cultivation plan to their interests and past involvement. To identify and qualify major donors, St.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

Update DEI framing and metrics Many funders expect clear demographic data and transparent discussion of equity efforts. Tip: Keep two or three versions of each proposal section tailored to different types of funders so you’re ready to respond quickly and appropriately. Ready to Level Up Your Nonprofit Grant Strategy?

Grants

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 21, 2025

Instead of scrambling at the last minute, you’ll have a ready-made narrative that includes: Powerful and persuasive language that describes your organization’s needs and impact. It’s a living, searchable archive of every boilerplate document you need for grant applications, from budgets to board rosters to staff demographics.

Grant Writing

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

Whether it’s a “Dopest Dad” bracket during Father’s Day or a peer-to-peer challenge among departments at a company, the key is to create moments that feel fun, personal and goal-oriented. They keep giving because they want to help their friend “win” or hit the next goal. setForceSafeFrame(true).addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

Retail

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 22, 2025

Next, relevant donor information that goes beyond basic demographics should be collected. Together, they paint a fuller picture of who might be ready to deepen their relationship with your organization. Prioritizing Next Steps Finally, sort your top prospects based on urgency, donation potential, and readiness for solicitation.

Metrics

HSF House

MAY 14, 2025

My name is Lucas Gonzalez and I am a junior at FSU getting ready for my first research project abroad. As an Urban Planning and International Affairs major hoping to go to grad school, this project represents a significant step toward my future goals. Hey everyone!

Mentor

DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Follow these steps to ensure your event runs smoothly and meets your fundraising goals. Define Your Fundraising Goal Be specific about what the paddle raise funds will support. Setting a clear goal motivates attendees to participate and gives them confidence in their impact.

Goals

Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 22, 2025

School fundraising is more than collecting donations or selling products to meet financial goals. But fundraising isnt just about meeting monetary goals. Or is the goal to enhance school spirit while supporting multiple initiatives? Ready to start planning? Are you raising money for a specific project, like a new library?

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 2, 2025

Nonprofits provide the content, and Neon Ones team delivers a mission-ready site thats SEO-optimized, mobile-friendly, and comes equipped with a streamlined donation form and payment processing thats ready to accept donations immediately. setForceSafeFrame(true).addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("pid",

Retail

Blackbaud

JUNE 11, 2025

This trend is small, and many private schools still struggle to reach their enrollment goals, but it does create an environment ripe for admissions teams. Inquiry Source and Demographics Knowing where your inquiries originate and the demographic makeup of your “best-fit” students is critical to refining your marketing strategies.

Application

HSF House

JUNE 24, 2025

I am starting a little later than originally planned back in February, but I am thrilled and so ready to start up this amazing experience. Through these interactions, I will be observing demographics, behaviors, and communication between doctors and their patients.

Demographics

Candid

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Now with over 100 partners , and nearly 60,000 organizations sharing data, the Demographics via Candid campaign is going strong. In the process, we have noticed there are some common concerns and barriers that tend to come up on the road to better demographic data.

Demographics

Candid

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Over the last six months, we have worked with Candid to implement several of its tools to achieve our goal at the Mott Foundation to be more data driven in our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. By claiming their profile, nonprofit organizations can self-identify the demographic characteristics of their board, management, and staff.

Demographics

GrantNews

MAY 7, 2024

Question: Is your nonprofit ready for a rebrand? While we tend to think of marketing strategies as only applying to for-profit companies, they also help nonprofits reach their goals as well. Targeted Demographics – Use demographics to know your audience and how best to serve them. appeared first on GrantNews.

Readiness

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 24, 2024

Common questions in a grant proposal ask about the demographics of the people you serve, how many people you serve, or the impact of your programs. Protip: Grant application data and goals should be based on fiscal years or calendar years (whichever is more appropriate for your organization).

Grant Writing

Candid

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Pivoting to find a better way In the leadup to launching Demographics via Candid this year, the request came in for a fully baked, pre-launch toolkit. Take the time to clarify your goals, potential audiences, and basic messaging first. So why were we expecting our partners to do so? This time, we argued for a different approach.

Demographics

GrantNews

OCTOBER 9, 2024

In this article, we explore eight impactful grants entrepreneurs can apply for in October, all exclusively sourced from GrantWatch , aimed at fueling growth, fostering inclusivity, and empowering entrepreneurial dreams across different demographics and sectors. 8 Small Business Grants Entrepreneurs Can Apply for in October !

Grants

Just Write Grants

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Ready to turn your nonprofit's social media feed into a buzzing hive of activity? Whether you're a social media newbie or a savvy poster, get ready for some fresh, fun ideas that will make your nonprofit's message stick in the hearts and minds of your audience. SMART Goals for the Year : Focus on long-term achievements.

Media

Blackbaud

JULY 22, 2024

Or you may have a strong slate of programs reaching several demographics, but if a weather event canceled programs for an extended period, how would you make up for the lost revenue? Ready to have these ROI conversations with your team but don’t know where to start? What would be your backup plan? Sadly, that is not reality.

Management

Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A brief description of the project, including your goals and objectives. Project description Your project description should delve deep into the specific activities of your project and how they will benefit your target demographic. With this roadmap to guide your efforts, you’re ready to begin writing a successful grant proposal.

Proposal

GiveSmart

OCTOBER 14, 2024

One poll found that 70% of Americans find the holiday season the best time to give back to others, and 65% of respondents are making it a personal goal to donate more. Instead of scrambling days before you launch your campaign to send out emails and social media posts, it’s important to have everything planned and ready to go.

Software

Selfish Giving

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Deferrers" look to others to help make decisions so be ready to share social proof. Regardless of what your nonprofit uses for social media, your primary goal should be to get visitors back to your website and on your email list. A breakdown of charitable donations over the past 12 months by demographic group. Case studies help!

Retail

Qgiv

JUNE 6, 2023

Facebook allows you to target specific demographics for a minimum of one dollar a day. A strategy will keep you on top of your marketing goals and tell you when to post your social media content for the highest impact. Boosted Posts Once your Facebook page is ready to go, it’s time to create your ads.

Demographics

Candid

APRIL 24, 2024

Each organization represented an active participant in our growing community of nearly 150 Demographics via Candid partners who have joined us to create more efficient, equitable, and effective grantmaking processes. Demographics via Candid also provided the company with reliable data sources to support deeper analysis.

Demographics

CauseVox

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Think of it as your roadmap to success, guiding your organization not only in compensating for any lost funds but also in meeting your current goals and reaching your long-term destination. To kickstart the planning process, define specific and measurable goals aligned with your organization’s mission.

Calendar

CauseVox

JUNE 5, 2023

So, are you ready to harness the power of social media for your fundraising efforts? Setting Goals & Identifying Your Audience Goals & Objectives of Your Social Media Content While you’re in the process of figuring out your social media fundraising goals, let’s explore some common campaign objectives.

Media

CauseVox

JULY 13, 2021

If you use the CauseVox fundraising thermometer, donors can see your progress and the amount of time left for you to reach your goals. You can highlight recent donors, let people know when you hit goals, and share additional information about the campaign. Another demographic to target is mid-level donors that are ready for an upgrade.

Donation

Qgiv

APRIL 10, 2021

For nonprofits, one thing is certain: securing sponsorships with allies in the for-profit world is one of the most important steps you can take on the path to reaching your fundraising goals. Is your nonprofit ready to secure a sponsor for your next campaign? However, contributions of [amount] would help us fund [sports-focused goal].

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 11, 2022

Having sponsors means the difference in an event that generates mediocre results and one that blows past your goals. What will help them reach their goals? Before you go after sponsors, have these ready: Sponsor packet or invitation detailing levels and benefits. Also be ready to share. Demographics of your audience.

Fundraising

Just Write Grants

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In this blog post, we’ll explore actionable tips and strategies to help your nonprofit maximize donations and achieve your fundraising goals this Giving Tuesday. Set Clear Goals Start by setting specific, measurable goals for your Giving Tuesday campaign. Plan Your Campaign Early 1.1 Engage Your Supporters 3.1

Donation

Just Write Grants

MARCH 14, 2023

Ready to take your grant writing to the next level? Determining Objectives As a grant writer, you know the importance of setting clear and achievable goals for your program. Objectives, in particular, are essential for guiding your program's direction and ensuring that you are making progress toward your goals.

Grant Writing

Candid

MAY 5, 2021

Nonprofit Leadership Alliance’s nonprofit professional development expertise has helped hundreds of nonprofits understand their professional goals and empower them to find and train the employees they need. It’s just a matter of attracting them to your organization. Provide training resources .

Training

Qgiv

DECEMBER 13, 2024

This way, readers understand what youre fighting for and the goals you want to accomplish. Be as specific as possible, including details like dates, fundraising goals, and the impact donors will make if they give]. If you have the means, would you be willing to donate [specific amount] to help us reach that goal?

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Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Learn about popular fundraising products, strategies for setting realistic goals, and tips for efficient product management to maximize the benefits of your school’s next campaign. The ideal product should: Be appealing to your school’s demographic. Having a clear fundraising goal is essential in choosing the right product.

Fundraising

CauseVox

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Seeing contributions add up in real time creates excitement and a sense of momentum, almost like watching a goal come to life. Running Specific Reports Your platform should allow you to run specific reports on donations, matching gifts, donor demographics, and more.

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