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

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

How to Protect Your Donor Data DoJiggy’s Privacy Policy DoJiggy Never Shares Your Supporter Data Conclusions on Donor Privacy Concerns What Is Donor Data? Donation amounts and interests : Financial contributions and areas of interest that help tailor fundraising campaigns. What We’ll Learn What Is Donor Data?

Ethics

Candid

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Many companies report low utilization of VTO, however, so nonprofits that encourage people to check their employer’s VTO policy when signing up as a volunteer can tap into this underutilized benefit. Look at tools such as Double the Donation to see if your corporate volunteers are eligible for Dollars for Doers grants or matching gifts.

Nonprofit

GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

However, while grants are a fantastic way to secure funding, a grantee’s relationship with donors must be strategically cultivated to maximize donations. Some nonprofit organizations miss the opportunity to cultivate a healthy working relationship with donors as a means of maximize donations. Recognize your donors. Brag on them.

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. Develop Policies and Procedures: Create written policies and procedures that address identified risks and outline control activities.

Policy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 23, 2025

Female philanthropists say they are increasing donations to nonprofits affected by anti-DEI policies, according to a new survey from Women Moving Millions. They also have tips for doing so.

Policy

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The funding costs will be for project management, contracted services, education and outreach programs, applied research, and innovations leading to public policy solutions. Funding is for projects focused on clean water , clean energy, climate, and cleaning up toxins and waste. Protect and Restore Wildlife Habitats!

Funding

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Using Giving USA 2024 and IRS Statistics on Individual Tax Returns , I discovered a massive decline in individual donations that could have long-term consequences for fundraising. 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 2022: Donations dropped to $386.76 Americans donated 2.1% of disposable income was donated.

Policies

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Expected Nonprofit Trends for 2025 Donor-Centric Management Grants Donor-centric management may increase donations by 20-30%. Because of this, you will see an increase in In-Kind Grant Support from funders who donate software, development services, training, and more to help nonprofits. A slow and steady approach will win the race.

Grant

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 16, 2025

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AI

Pamela Grow

JUNE 10, 2025

Your digital marketing strategy determines whether donors will actually donate to your fundraiser. For example, if someone searches “donate to stop deforestation,” your environmental organization’s Google Ad might appear at the top of the search results, leading them directly to your donation page. For example, U.S.

Fundraising

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

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Compliance audits, which ensure your nonprofits adherence to federal, state, and local government regulations, as well as your organizations bylaws and other policies across all aspects of your work. Operational audits, which assess your organizations internal systems, productivity, staffing, and management practices.

Nonprofit

amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

So, remind your supporters there is still time to make a donation that will count toward their 2024 deductions. If you’re looking for a last-minute approach to raise more on GivingTuesday, consider challenging your constituents to help reel in donations. As you know, the first step to getting donations is establishing trust.

Media

Candid

MAY 19, 2025

Across the country, food security organizations are facing a perfect storm of rising demand, plummeting donations, and cascading cuts to federal nutrition programs. Donations are down. Food banks, pantries, and community food networks have long been overextended but are now navigating a new era of scarcity.

Transportation

Get Fully Funded

JULY 30, 2025

In an evolving financial landscape, the smartest organizations are expanding beyond traditional donations. Promote the option, add a DAF widget to your donation page, and provide information and consistent reminders about how donor-advisors can request grants to make the most of this fundraising source.

Funding

Blackbaud

JANUARY 10, 2025

But many nonprofits that earn organization-changing donations scramble to build the infrastructure to manage the funds effectively. The IPS should cover the purpose, objectives, mission statement, time horizon, spending policy, target asset allocation, allowable investments, guidelines, and restrictions for each bucket of funds.

Award

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The donation comes from Bill Miller, a retired financier who graduated from the university in 1972. By Maria Di Mento Washington and Lee University Bill Miller donated $132 million to his alma mater Washington and Lee University, allowing the school to adopt a need-blind admissions policy.

Policy

Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 29, 2024

From repurposing unsold items to offering discounts or donating to local charities, there are several creative ways to ensure your fundraising efforts are still a success. From repurposing unsold items to offering discounts or donating to local charities , there are several creative ways to ensure your fundraising efforts are still a success.

Management

Blackbaud

MAY 5, 2025

Finally, provide a clear conflict of interest policy with examples so people know what conflicts might look like and they can disclose them. Do you donate or volunteer for organizations that might be applying for this funding opportunity? Do you know the person who wrote the application?

Grant

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

With the right policies and strategies in place, your nonprofit organization can draw from your operating reserves during and after an emergency without putting future operations at risk. Understanding Your Spending Policy During a crisis, it can be tempting to deplete your entire reserve to address immediate needs.

Management

Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Before you can grow, you should have a strong accounting infrastructure that consists of: Fiscal policies and procedures. Create a shared fiscal policies and procedures handbook for easy reference across departments. Their duties range from budget creation and cash flow forecasting to grant management and financial policy development.

Finance

Blackbaud

MAY 2, 2025

Not to mention shifting political policies and higher prices on everyday items. If your foundation accepts donations, consider how a potential recession may affect donor behavior. Recessions are part of the economic cycle, but that doesnt mean anyone in philanthropy is excited to see a potential one on the horizon.

Government

Candid

APRIL 24, 2025

For example, we need to protect and validate updates of donation information for nonprofits. To be compliant, Candid performs an annual audit that requires a third-party auditor to review our controls and policies as well as evidence demonstrating were following them, including in our use of vendors and third-party systems.

AI

amplifi

JULY 10, 2025

Meanwhile, one-time donations remained flat from year to year. Take a look at your online donation form. You can pre-check this box, so a monthly donation seems like a logical choice rather than an afterthought. But desktop still comes out on top when it comes to securing donations. Is the donate button easy to find?

AI

Blue Avocado

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As smaller donations continue to decline, the philanthropic system is at risk of catastrophic failure if high-net-worth individuals, driven by natural human fears, feel a need to give less and less as insurance against a dangerous future. This is the inequality tipping point that concerns me. But we need to prepare now.

Nonprofit

Blackbaud

APRIL 3, 2025

Following a standard expense reimbursement policy may be a more secure process. Set internal policies restricting the amount employees can spend on a credit card without prior approval from a superior. Establish clear credit card usage policies and revoke cards from employees who violate them. Cancel and reissue stale checks.

Policies

Bonterra

JULY 9, 2025

Whether you’re raising awareness, influencing policy, or mobilizing supporters, successful advocacy requires more than one-off actions; it takes strategic, personalized engagement across the entire supporter journey. Nonprofit advocacy is one of the most effective ways to drive mission-forward impact.

Lobbying

Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

GivingTuesday should be part of a year-round fundraising plan: Try focusing on an untapped group of potential donors or a specific program or project; offer multiple entry points and options for engagement, beyond financial contributions; and promote a monthly giving program that makes it easy for people to set up recurring donations.

AI

Center for Major Gifts

DECEMBER 15, 2024

The majority have little familiarity with recent tax and policy changes that affect charitable giving, like the CARES Act or the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Small Donors Matter, but Big Gifts Have Impact Americans say they value smaller contributions from everyday people over large donations from wealthy individuals.

Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

JULY 30, 2025

The new feature makes it dramatically easier for nonprofits to raise more money, expand reach, and save time by sharing fundraising campaigns directly into social feeds, all with built-in donate buttons and real-time tracking. With Bonterra DonorDrive, nonprofits already see a 154% increase in funds raised per campaign. rail-container).hide();

Retail

Wild Apricot

JULY 15, 2025

In their quarterly email, they share about their fundraising goal and how it will help save 50 more animals, so you donate through their call-to-action button. Whereas someone who doesn’t share the same passion wouldn’t donate, they probably would have sent the email straight to the trash. A win-win for each party.

IT

Wild Apricot

JUNE 16, 2025

Whether you’re just getting started or looking for a way to manage grants and donations more effectively, understanding fiscal agents can help you move forward with fewer risks and more confidence. They accept donations, handle bookkeeping, file tax documents and ensure everything meets state and federal regulations.

Logic Model

Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

She then received her graduate degree in higher education, student affairs, and international education policy. Destination: Collaboration When Natasha was at the Mary’s Pence Annual Board Meeting in October 2023, she had an idea after a meeting about donor groups and a brainstorming session about non-monetary donations.

Mentor

Candid

JULY 2, 2025

Our new report, Sustaining Change: Unlocking Durable Capital for Lasting Impact , outlines definitions, benefits, and case studies of seven types of fundamental durable capital designed to build organizational resilience and to help nonprofits weather unforeseen funding challenges and policy uncertainty.

Government

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. Tithes and donations, while essential, are often subject to fluctuations due to economic cycles, demographic shifts, or changes in community engagement.

Funding

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Employer matching gifts offer key advantages to nonprofit organizations, including increased individual donations, opportunities for additional corporate funding, improved supporter engagement, and more. Ultimately, this would result in a $200 (or doubled) donation value for the nonprofit.

Retainer