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Turning One-Time Gifts into Multi-Year Commitments: Strategies for Major Donor Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

Identifying Ideal Multi-Year Donor Prospects Start by analyzing donor data in your CRM, focusing on previous gift amounts, donation frequency, and known philanthropic interests. Formalizing the commitment through pledge agreements or letters of intent protects your organization and the donor.

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Starting a Nonprofit? Here Are 5 Must-Know Tips!

GrantNews

To be officially recognized and able to collect tax-deductible donations, your organization must first incorporate, register in your state, and apply for tax-exempt status with the IRS. Start Small New nonprofits often find more success with micro-grants and in-kind donations before jumping into major funding proposals.

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Planned Gifts: A Quick Guide To Help Nonprofits Raise More

The Fundraising Coach

When your nonprofit aims to maximize donor outreach , you’re likely hoping to reach new supporters or secure recurring donations. Understanding Planned Gifts Let’s begin by understanding precisely what planned gifts are and how they differ from other types of donations. This is a direct measure of future revenue.

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Two years later: how our fundraising strategy changed overnight 

Candid

Fueled by passion for our mission, she made lists of the most likely supporters and then got to work, sending out 300 letters of intent (LOIs) to potential funders in New York with an interest in horses. They generously decided to make a $125,000 donation (representing approximately 20% of our yearly budget).

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Heartbeat of Healthcare: Recognizing the Vital Role of Nurses

GrantNews

A Letter of Intent (LOI) must be submitted prior to a full grant application. 60,000 annual grant funding to researchers for studies related to kidney disease and organ donation. Funding is for organ donation and nephrology-related research. Eligible applicants include a wide range of healthcare professionals.

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What Is an RFP and How Is It Best Used to Apply for Grants?

GrantNews

In essence an RFP is a solicitation released by a funding agency who has money to donate to a good cause. This final section includes deadlines, conference dates, and the potential need for an LOI or letter of intent. For example, things like requests for additional documentation or letters of stakeholder support.

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Spotlight State: South Carolina

GrantNews

A Letter of Intent (LOI) must be submitted prior to applying. There are in-kind donations of trees to South Carolina nonprofits, government agencies, and neighborhood associations. In addition, there are in-kind donations to beautification groups and litter control organizations.

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