Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

Annual giving is the collection of donations throughout the year to support an organization’s day-to-day operations and programs. While the gifts are smaller in size relative to major giving, many more donors contribute annual gifts compared to major donors or planned givers. Major donations and planned gifts often get the limelight, but without annual gifts, the day-to-day functions of your nonprofit could come to a halt.

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Candid

JULY 31, 2025

Nonprofits are facing fierce competition for funding amid increased demand for services. We need to find ways to get donors’ and funders’ attention—whether individuals, foundations, or corporations—with a compelling case for support. At Candid, we’ve long believed that one way is to be transparent—publicly sharing information about their work and their outcomes.

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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. One commonly used tool is Givebutter, but what should you consider if you’re looking instead for Givebutter alternatives?

CRM

GrantNews

JULY 31, 2025

Economic and Social Mobility doesn’t happen overnight, and it doesn’t happen without intention. It takes planning, persistence, and the right kind of support. So, the question is, are there grants that support economic and social mobility? The short answer is, Yes! From workforce development and education to affordable housing and small business support, funding opportunities help communities overcome obstacles and build real momentum.

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This prompt guide for ChatGPT contains 20+ tested ChatGPT prompts, along with tips on how to use this tool the best way. Nonprofits can engage with ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas, refine project plans, and craft compelling narratives for grant proposals.

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Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

In healthcare fundraising, one of the most powerful tools often goes underutilized: grateful patient data. Hospitals and care institutions interact with thousands of patients every year, many of whom walk away feeling deeply thankful for the care they received. Some of these individuals are willing and able to give back—but only if they’re identified and engaged thoughtfully.

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Gail Perry Group

JULY 31, 2025

[link] You may be thinking: “We’ve got wealth screening reports and donor lists galore… but what do we do with all this data? How do we use it to find our true major gift prospects?” Let’s be honest: this is one of the biggest pain points we hear from fundraising teams in the field. Your CRM is probably overflowing with donor data, gift histories, engagement metrics, and wealth scores.

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Climate action groups are pivotal in tackling the pressing issues of climate change. To maintain and expand their impactful initiatives, securing consistent funding is vital. Payroll donations, a form of workplace giving, offer a promising path to generate reliable financial support, providing steady income streams over time.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 31, 2025

Funraise announced a strategic partnership with Kindsight, making its iwave data and analytics directly accessible within Funraise's CRM, giving nonprofits the ability to identify best-fit donors and optimize their fundraising strategies.

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Child welfare organizations play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable children and families, providing essential services that promote safety, stability, and well-being. Securing consistent funding is vital for these organizations to maintain and expand their programs.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 31, 2025

Join our webinar to discover how nonprofits are achieving success across three critical pillars: strategically scaling for impact, managing their budgets, and amplifying their mission. One key takeaway is hearing how Allies for Health + Wellbeing rolled out a new benefits strategy that helped them achieve all three.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 31, 2025

Ever feel like philanthropy is entering a new era, but your grant writing process is stuck in 2005? You’re not imagining it. As public pressure mounts on billionaires and large foundations face fresh criticism, the philanthropic sector is experiencing a profound shift. The call for participatory grantmaking, unrestricted operating support, and narrative justice is growing louder.

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Strategic Grants

JULY 31, 2025

Looking for the latest sector news? Catch up on what’s happening across the world of funding, philanthropy, and research with the latest updates from Team SG’s busy research team. The research team at Strategic Grants spend hundreds of hours each month reviewing newsletters, funder sites, LinkedIn and many other resources to find funding and grants to update in our Grants Expertise Management System (GEMS) , ensuring our clients have a strong pipeline of funding prospects that align with their f

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Homeless shelters play a critical role in providing safety, support, and resources to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Securing consistent funding is essential for these organizations to maintain and expand their services.

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Planned Giving

JULY 31, 2025

Editor’s Note (August 2025): This article was originally published in August 2023 and has been updated to reflect current terminology and to include links to additional resources on Philanthropy.org , a platform for insights and trends in modern giving. What Is the Definition of Charity? Charity is defined as an immediate way to give to people in need when they need help.

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Environmental conservation organizations are pivotal in safeguarding our planet’s natural resources, preserving biodiversity, and addressing climate change. To maintain their impactful initiatives, these organizations need consistent and reliable funding. Payroll donations, a form of workplace giving, offer a steady financial stream that is often underutilized.

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Center for Effective Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2025

The release of “Voices That Matter” from the Center for Effective Philanthropy affirms what many in the sector have long hoped: funders recognize that listening to the people at the […] The post Funder Investment in High-Quality Listening: Backing the Practices That Matter Most<div class="print-only-coauthors"><div>Britt Lake<span> CEO, Feedback Labs</span></div><div>Michael Gale<span> Manager of Field Building, Feedback Labs&

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Wildlife rescues are essential in safeguarding and rehabilitating animals impacted by habitat destruction, injuries, and environmental hazards. These organizations often face financial constraints, relying on donations and community involvement to continue their crucial work. Payroll donations present a promising opportunity for securing consistent funding, offering a reliable income stream to bolster wildlife rescue initiatives.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 31, 2025

For nonprofits overwhelmed by all the tasks on their to-do lists, the amount of information on AI can be intimidating. Here are four insights for nonprofit professionals looking into how AI can support their missions.

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Arts education nonprofits play a vital role in nurturing creativity, cultural awareness, and artistic skills among learners of all ages. However, securing consistent funding to sustain and expand these programs remains a significant challenge.

Education

Bonterra

JULY 31, 2025

When it comes to medical affairs, time is of the essence, and optimizing the grantmaking process is vital. Manual workflows and lengthy approval steps can hinder the timely delivery of products and treatments to patients. These programs are also governed by global regulations and require strict compliance. As a result, speed must be carefully balanced against oversight.

Grant Management

Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Food banks play a critical role in addressing food insecurity and supporting vulnerable communities. To sustain and expand their vital services, these organizations need reliable and consistent funding sources. One often overlooked but highly effective method to boost financial support is through payroll donations.

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Clairification

JULY 31, 2025

Do you ever find yourself spending seemingly endless time worrying about the state of the world? The future of your organization? Family dynamics? Career prospects? Simply what you’re going to eat for lunch? The dog days of summer lead to this type of languid reflection. Sometimes it’s useful. But, it can also be enervating. The inimitable Seth Godin puts it succinctly: Daydream fatigue “Spend enough time inventing possible futures in your head and you won’t have any time to build the fut

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

For organizations dedicated to preserving and celebrating cultural heritage, securing consistent funding is essential to sustaining impactful programs and initiatives. Payroll donations represent a promising avenue for these organizations to tap into a steady stream of financial support.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2025

High-earners may make big gifts in 2025, but their giving may decline next year. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images High-earners may make big gifts in 2025, but their giving may decline next year.

Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

The world of theater thrives on creativity, passion, and community support. For theaters, securing consistent funding is essential to keep productions running, support artists, and engage audiences. One often overlooked but highly effective source of funding is payroll donations.

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Strategic Grants

JULY 31, 2025

As part of our commitment to climate action, Strategic Grants is proud to announce our partnership with Carbon Neutral , a profit-for-purpose organisation providing carbon solutions to help mitigate the climate crisis. We have joined Carbon Neutral’s Plant-a-Tree program, helping to restore the natural landscape and reconnect habitats in the Yarra Yarra Biodiversity Corridor by linking small patches of remaining vegetation to create a 200km corridor from inland to the coast.

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Double the Donation

JULY 31, 2025

Zoos and aquariums are essential for wildlife conservation, education, and community engagement. To continue their impactful work, these organizations often depend on diverse funding sources. Payroll donations, a form of workplace giving, have become an increasingly valuable source of support, offering a steady and reliable revenue flow.

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HSF House

JULY 31, 2025

By Jack Conor-Scharf, William & Mary My name is Jack Connor-Scharf, and I’m a junior at William & Mary, where I study Biology. Before transferring to William & Mary, I earned my associate degree from Germanna Community College. My academic path has been shaped by a deep interest in research, a passion for cross-cultural understanding, and a desire to make a meaningful impact—especially in education and peacebuilding.

Education

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 31, 2025

More than 1,000 organizations have signed a letter asking the Trump administration to keep politics out of houses of worship. By Alex Daniels Rod Lamkey/CNP/Alamy Diane Yentel, president of the National Council of Nonprofits, says allowing political endorsements by religious leaders could lead to nonprofits becoming “tools” of political bosses. More than 1,000 organizations have signed a letter asking the Trump administration to keep politics out of houses of worship.

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HSF House

JULY 31, 2025

By Matthew Rummel, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Aloha! My name is Matthew Rummel, and I am currently a senior at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, where I am majoring in Political Science with a concentration in international relations. In addition to my major, I am pursuing a Business Minor and a Peace and Conflict Resolution Certificate, which has helped deepen my understanding of global systems, diplomacy, cross-cultural collaboration, and nonviolent social change.

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