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Nonprofit advocacy: 5 strategies for successful campaigns

Bonterra

In today’s landscape, the most effective organizations use advocacy software that connects fundraising, outreach, and donor data in one place, making it easier to convert one-time advocates into lifelong supporters. What’s the difference between advocacy and lobbying? All lobbying is advocacy, but not all advocacy is lobbying.

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The State of DAFs in 2025: Updates on Donor-Advised Funds

Get Fully Funded

DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations. Should your nonprofit still target DAF holders and accept donations from them? Are DAFs still popular, or are they too controversial now?

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Why Community is Key to Nonprofit Marketing Success

Community Boost

When nonprofits do engagement right, they build trust and garner support well beyond a single donation. When people feel seen and heard, they not only donate or volunteer, theyll also advocate and bring others along, which in turn creates a ripple effect that builds momentum. What is Community Engagement?

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Primary School Fundraising Ideas for Every Season | Big Fundraising Ideas

Big Fundraising Ideas

How to do it: Gather donations from familiesespecially those of outgoing sixth gradersbefore the previous year ends. How to do it: Suggest a sponsored Dry January, where teachers and parents give up alcohol for the month and donate what they save. Ask parents or local garden stores to donate seedlings.

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Nonprofit vs. not-for-profit: Definitions and differences

Bonterra

Nonprofit vs. not-for-profit organizations Where nonprofits serve a broad purpose for the public good with funding from donations and grants , not-for-profit organizations serve a smaller community or member base and are primarily funded by membership dues and fees. Are you a nonprofit looking to grow your impact?

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How to Organize an Angel Tree 

GiveSmart

This donation method is an excellent way for your organization to mobilize and spread the spirit of giving this holiday season. This guide will explain how to do an angel tree donation drive and provide tips for fundraising success. You can also create a wishlist at a big box or online store to make it EASY for people to donate a gift!

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31 Unique Ideas for Small Church Fundraisers

Qgiv

Nursery workers, teenage babysitters, and members with childcare experience volunteer to watch kids for a few hours, and grownups make a donation in exchange for a few hours of childcare. Gather all of your artisans and ask them if they’d be willing to participate in a craft sale and donate part of the profits as a fundraiser.