The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

GivingTuesday is the day of the year where you find people of all ages and all demographics opening their hearts and their wallets to donate to causes and organizations that are important to them or to find new initiatives to support. This makes donations of any level even more crucial. According to Celeste Flores, director of the U.S.

Demographics

DoJiggy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

An effective online giving platform simplifies donations, encourages generosity, and helps churches manage their funds more efficiently. Congregants should be able to make donations quickly without navigating complicated menus or forms. Recurring Donation Options : Churches thrive on consistent support from their congregants.

Donation

DonorSnap

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Thankfully, software for nonprofits makes it easier than ever to host successful auctions while saving time and energy. If youve ever wondered whether investing in auction software like AuctionSnap is worth it, youre not alone. a local business donating a gift basket). These will most likely be classified as In Kind donations.

Software

CauseVox

JULY 1, 2025

They had an optimized donation page and were running campaigns online, but every time they needed to send a thank-you note, pull a donor report, or figure out who gave last year, it turned into a scramble. That’s when it hit us: they didn’t need just a fundraising platform, they needed CRM software for nonprofits. Sound familiar?

CRM

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Relationship-building, communication, commitment to the cause, perseverance, creativity, and project management are all transferable skills that can be applied to fundraising. Online giving : Add donation forms to your website, allowing you to build revenue with multiple payment options and fee-free giving.

Funding

Blackbaud

JULY 7, 2025

Your donation form is where inspiration becomes action. Organizations like Seed Savers Exchange and Washington’s National Park Fund are proving that by layering strategic, data-driven approaches with proven best practices, donation forms can convert more donors and inspire larger gifts. Some nonprofits are achieving remarkable results.

Donation

Bonterra

JULY 3, 2025

But managing everything required for a standout event is challenging. That’s where fundraising event management software for nonprofits can help. Keep reading to learn more about the best charity event software and event registration platforms for nonprofits, and how you can make your nonprofit event management better than ever.

Software

Blackbaud

APRIL 18, 2025

Her major donor, sponsor, and planned giving programs were using best practices throughout the entire moves management cycle , with lots of prospecting, relationship-building activities, and special high-touch interactions. Software + Soft Skills = Genius Move Like Sarah, Ill bet youre doing all the right things (some of the time).

Fundraising

Bonterra

JULY 30, 2025

Yet, many nonprofits grapple with declining event revenue, inefficient software, and the complexity of managing multiple platforms. Here’s how: Branded, embedded, configurable donation forms : Donation forms on the DonorDrive platform outperform industry benchmarks by a staggering 95% conversion rate.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

MARCH 10, 2025

Your supporters and stakeholders will appreciateand come to trustwhat they get out of your unified software ecosystem. Before and after giving, donors demand more information about the impact of their donations. Youll realize benefits even outside of the office, particularly as it comes to building trust with the public.

Finance

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

Blackbaud

JANUARY 24, 2025

Many organizations use CRMs to track donor information, but most are missing out on the benefits that come from integrating them with their other software. Here are some examples of CRM integration: When you connect Eventbrite to Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT , the industry-leading fundraising CRM, managing events becomes much simpler.

CRM

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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AI

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

As expected, one notable nonprofit trend for 2025 is a shift in management practices due to new technology. For example, donor-centric management is a popular tool for nonprofits to create long-lasting relationships with donors. Grant writers must stay current on nonprofit trends to ensure efficiency and relevancy in the profession.

Grant

Blackbaud

MAY 13, 2025

Here are a few reasons why internal controls are especially important for nonprofit organizations: Safeguarding Assets: Nonprofits often have limited resources and rely heavily on donations and grants. Financial Accountability: Donors, grantors, and the public trust nonprofits to manage their finances responsibly.

Policy

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The best way to manage those differing priorities is through budget management tools that give you a clear view of each program, instead of trying to pull apart the organizational budget. Using software without sub-fund tracking limits nonprofits to budgeting one-dimensionally.

Budget

NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 4, 2025

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CRM

OneCause

APRIL 28, 2025

Your participant portal is the website landing page where your peer-to-peer participants manage their fundraising and find resources to help them support your campaign or event. Most peer-to-peer fundraising software products offer some form of participant portal functionality. Make the most of your participant portal.

Fundraising

Bonterra

JULY 31, 2025

Running a nonprofit is tough, which is why many organizations turn to nonprofit software to help with management of fundraising, donor relationships, and volunteers. This sort of software can help streamline operations, letting employees spend their time furthering their mission instead of struggling with administrative work.

CRM

Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

And direct interactions through volunteering, donating, or participating in food drives, for example, is essential to building the public trust nonprofits need to do their work: 79% of respondents whod volunteered in recent years said it gave them a more favorable view of the sector, and 88% said they would volunteer again.

Retainer

DonorSnap

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Whether it’s setting fundraising goals, streamlining donation entry, or enhancing donor stewardship, a CRM like DonorSnap has the tools you need to make your year-end campaign more efficient and impactful. DonorSnap makes it simple for nonprofits to manage their objectives. Learn more about the mass entry tool here.

CRM

Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2025

Students can apply classroom knowledge in practical ways by handling money, calculating profits, and tracking donations. Everyone will jump at the chance to win a 50/50 prize or a basket of donated goods. Wishlists Donors love to give in-kind gifts because they know their donations will immediately impact your school.

Fundraising

Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Whether your nonprofit is aiming to raise awareness locally or nationally, engage volunteers, or boost donations in your city or region, focusing your efforts on Facebook makes strategic sense. Include your website, email and donation link. stories, event updates, volunteer spotlights, donation appeals etc.) Consistency is key.

Media

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

When you start a nonprofit, one of the most important things to figure out is how to manage your organizations finances. As your organization expands and evolves, many complexities can arise, making financial management more difficult for your team. if you pay for a separate donation processor when your CRM has one built in).

Management

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

Are there any fundraising tools that can help with financial management, event planning, international operations, or donation organizations? Do you need a platform to collect online donations? Donation Platforms provide easy online fundraising, helping you reach a wider audience. Sure, there are!

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JULY 22, 2025

Retained donors are more likely to increase their donation amounts, contribute to special campaigns, and consider legacy giving, leading to greater long-term impact. Consider offering flexible options like smaller, recurring donations. Complicated giving process: If donating is difficult or inconvenient, people may not bother.

Retainer

NonProfit PRO

JULY 9, 2025

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AI

Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Effective financial management is critical for your nonprofit to grow and thrive long-term. One important but sometimes overlooked step in future planning is ensuring proper nonprofit financial management. Their duties range from budget creation and cash flow forecasting to grant management and financial policy development.

Finance

GiveSmart

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The inaugural Buyer’s Choice Awards recognized software with the best capabilities, value for price, and customer relationships. TrustRadius determined and issued the awards based on vetted, unbiased customer reviews, deciding whether the product’s support teams “live up to expectations,” and if they’d rebuy the software.

Award

DonorSnap

JULY 17, 2025

Hosting a nonprofit event is a great way to engage supporters and raise funds, but planning and managing events can be complex without the right tools. If you’re already using DonorSnap, you know it’s a powerful CRM for tracking donors, recording event attendance, and managing communications.

CRM

Blackbaud

APRIL 25, 2025

By focusing on refined messaging, streamlined management processes, and enhanced donor engagement, you can elevate your fundraising efforts to new heights. Break down these targets into manageable milestones to keep your team motivated and on track. Creating a sense of urgency can drive quicker responses and increase donation rates.

Fundraising

Bonterra

JULY 9, 2025

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. That’s why the right nonprofit advocacy software should do more than send emails or host petitions.

Lobbying

DoJiggy

JANUARY 10, 2025

Sample Golf Tournament Budget Projecting Tournament Income Setting estimated values for incoming revenue from ticket sales, sponsorships, online donations, and product sales can help you estimate projected income and establish financial goals for your fundraising event. Can you receive in-kind donations or services to help you save money?

Budget

Blackbaud

JULY 11, 2025

This metric , which measures how much a nonprofit spends on administration (such as rent, salaries, software licensing, etc.) At Giving Compass, we’re often asked how to find nonprofits that “give the largest percentage of their donation to the cause.” Ready to give smarter?

Metrics

Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Technology Limitations Whether your reviewers arent comfortable with your systems or your technology creates more roadblocks than workflows, software limitations can slow down your decision-making process. For example, the applicant may be a small organization, and the reviewer may assume they dont have the experience to manage the project.

Grant

The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

Often, nonprofits are forced to cut corners or rely heavily on donations, which can add uncertainty to the planning process. In-kind donations, such as catering or printing services, can significantly reduce costs while building community relationships. Crowdfunding platforms can also help you raise funds in advance.

Budget

Blackbaud

JULY 1, 2025

An endowment is a financial gift made to an organization where the original donation—the principal—is preserved and invested. After sharing the news with his business contacts and friends, the school received more than $400,000 in donations to make sure the scholarship continued for many years. What Is an Endowment?

Policy