Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Engaging Local Businesses in School Fundraisers — A Win-Win Strategy Blog Summary: This guide explores the numerous advantages of involving local businesses in school fundraisers and offers practical tips for building effective partnerships. How Can Local Businesses Help In School Fundraisers?

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2025

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Candid

APRIL 21, 2025

Youre probably familiar with checkout charitywhen people are asked at a retail store checkout to donate money to a designated organization. Checkout charity campaigns are fundraisers run by businesses in partnership with nonprofits. They have only a few moments to decide. But how does it work? Who says, Yes, Ill give!?

Retail

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. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2025

The real promise of artificial intelligence — particularly agentic AI — is not just efficiency, but the removal of barriers that slow down fundraising, service delivery and impact measurement. Agentic AI also gives fundraisers smarter tools to improve stewardship at scale. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

AI

NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 11, 2025

These grants are fully funded by the Foundation’s in-store Round Up program, where 100% of donations collected at checkout stay local to support health and wellness programs. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic", setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

Award

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 1, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2025

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AI

CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Schools, city governments, retailers, corporations, individuals, and big and small nonprofits have been participating in GivingTuesday by the thousands, and many of them are working together to raise funds for those 24 hours and beyond. It’s like doubling—or even tripling—the impact of every donation you receive!

Utilities

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 19, 2025

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AI

DoJiggy

JULY 8, 2025

Successful fundraising isn’t just about having a good cause—it’s about motivating your supporters to get involved, stay engaged, and go the extra mile. One of the most effective strategies for boosting participation and donations is offering incentives for fundraisers. The element of surprise can be a big motivator.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 17, 2025

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Funding

Big Fundraising Ideas

MARCH 18, 2025

How to Secure Sponsorships for Your School Fundraisers Blog Summary: School fundraisers are crucial for enhancing educational experiences. School fundraisers have always played a vital role in bringing communities together and supporting important educational initiatives.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 15, 2025

Combined with her skills in communications, fundraising and program management, Rachel is uniquely adept at identifying ways in which FORM can help nonprofits increase revenue, reach more patrons and amplify their missions. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

Engineering

NonProfit PRO

JULY 14, 2025

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Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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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.

Retail

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 23, 2025

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Funding

GrantNews

APRIL 23, 2025

Press Releases = Free Publicity Got an event, fundraiser, or major milestone? Joint events, fundraisers, or campaigns can introduce your nonprofit to new audiences. The program helps applicants further their mission, increase donations, and recruit volunteers. This grassroots buzz is one of the most powerful (and free!)

Retail

NonProfit PRO

JULY 7, 2025

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Funding

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Silent auctions are a classic go-to fundraising event, and for good reason. From large in-person events to casual virtual gatherings, fundraising silent auctions can generate much-needed revenue and strengthen donor relationships. Gathering auction items is one of the most important steps when planning your silent auction fundraiser.

Procurement

NonProfit PRO

JULY 21, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 24, 2025

Similarly, The Life You Can Save and Founders Pledge are nonprofits dedicated to researching and vetting highly effective charities to solve the worlds most pressing problems and maximize every dollar donated. million in donations and commitments. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 25, 2025

As part of my volunteer work chairing a local Association of Fundraising Professionals committee, I spoke at a regional conference. Replacing key staff—especially high-performing fundraisers—is costly. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

To help nonprofits overcome these challenges, Stephen King, CPA and (former) founder of GrowthForce, is proud to announce the launch of The Fundraising Accountant Community, an online space dedicated to help nonprofit leaders use their numbers to tell their story to donors. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. rail-container).hide();

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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

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

JUNE 18, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 25, 2025

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 24, 2025

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Retail

Center for Major Gifts

APRIL 7, 2025

How to Transform Your Nonprofit Fundraising from School Carnival to Strategic Investment Warning: I suggest locking up any sharp objects and keeping a bottle of Pepto within arms reach. If you believe fundraising should be all fun, lighthearted, and filled with selfie booths and themed centerpieces, consider this your polite off-ramp.

Burnout

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 26, 2025

Human services and education organizations were the largest recipients of gifts among the full Communities of Color Index, at 31% and 29% of donations, respectively. Donations to health organizations represented 8% of donations. billion in donations in 2022, or 0.21% of total charitable giving. setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("pid",

Retail

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 6, 2025

Start with this compelling reality: Communications and fundraising are seamless. He is the author of “10 Simple Fundraising Lessons” and “How To Score Your First or Next Million-Dollar Gift.” Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic", rail-container).hide();

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 11, 2025

Identify Guidance for Fiduciary Duties Guide the board in clearly specifying the knowledge needed to fulfill its fiduciary duties, mainly concerning risk management, program results, and fiscal and fundraising outcomes. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. addService(googletag.pubads()).setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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