The Fundraiser Coach
JUNE 3, 2025
Welcome to my B.R.I.D.G.E. blog series, a six-part guide for building stronger, more sustainable donor relationships. Each post explores one part of the B.R.I.D.G.E. Framework , my connection-based approach to major gift fundraising. Here we are—Part 6 of the B.R.I.D.G.E. framework. You’ve built connection, established rapport, invited to action, deepened trust, and guided the conversation.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
Decades of global philanthropic aid missed the mark. It's time for a new strategy. By Dan Spokojny AP Photo Even before Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced deep cuts to the State Departments staff and structure, agency employees were increasingly expressing dissatisfaction with working there. Decades of global philanthropic aid missed the mark.
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Center for Effective Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
The Center for Effective Philanthropys State of Nonprofits report is timely and insightful, and many of its findings are an important reality check. We are in a time of great […] The post Courage in Unity: A Funders Response to the State of Nonprofits appeared first on The Center for Effective Philanthropy.
Ann Green's Nonprofit
JUNE 3, 2025
One of the most important aspects of communication (written and verbal) is to make sure your audience understands you. There are many reasons this doesnt happen. In nonprofit communication, organizations will overcomplicate things or use jargon and other language donors dont understand. Some people like to show off their large vocabulary or only think about things from their perspective.
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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.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and isolated from average Americans, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation. By Brad Clark Illustration: Elizabeth Haugh/The Chronicle of Philanthropy; Shutterstock. Philanthropy dominated by the wealthy and highly educated has become rigid in tone, exclusive in culture, and ineffective in tactics, says the outgoing CEO of the Gill Foundation.
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Future Fundraising Now
JUNE 3, 2025
Want to improve your fundraising revenue? Boost average gift by a few dollars. It really adds up. Here are some simple, cost-free ways to encourage people to give just a bit more, from the Masterworks Blog, at 3 Behavioral Science Hacks That Lead to Bigger Gifts : Increase the Amount of the Lowest Ask. When we see numbers, those numbers become anchors — we gravitate toward them.
Grant Professionals Association
JUNE 3, 2025
Ghostwriting is one of the most common, yet least talked about, practices in grant writing, especially for consultants. Were often the ones shaping narratives, refining budgets, and crafting the compelling language that helps nonprofit organizations secure critical funding. But this behind-the-scenes role comes with big ethical responsibility: to support without overshadowing, and to write in a way that centers the clients voice, not our own.
Blackbaud
JUNE 3, 2025
When it comes to employee satisfaction in the nonprofit sector, the writing is on the wallnonprofits have the highest turnover rates of any industry. However, this doesnt mean nonprofit employees arent passionate about their work. Instead, think back to that classic saying: People dont quit bad jobs; they quit bad bosses. At nonprofits, leadership is about more than providing simple guidance or planning fundraising strategies.
DoJiggy
JUNE 3, 2025
Looking for a fun, engaging way to raise money for your nonprofit, school, or youth sports team? Partnering with the New Mexico United soccer team could be the winning goal for your next fundraiser. This exciting program allows organizations to earn $5 for every ticket sold through a personalized fundraising website. Your supporters simply purchase discounted tickets to select New Mexico United home games, and your cause gets a check for tickets sold.
Grant Professionals Association
JUNE 3, 2025
The world of grants is constantly evolving, reflecting changes in government policies, funding opportunities, and emerging trends in nonprofit management as well as in the societies we serve. As an independent grant professional and nonprofit consultant, I have navigated the complexities of funding proposals and the diverse landscape of nonprofit initiatives for years.
Blackbaud
JUNE 3, 2025
Running a private K12 school requires more than a strong academic program. It takes a business office thats streamlined, transparent, and aligned with your schools mission. When your business office processes are efficient, you make life easier for families and staff alike. Integrated systems, accurate reporting, and clear communication create a seamless experience for everyone involved.
Tom Ahern
JUNE 3, 2025
File under: The new normal These 6 self-help habits will improve your today Nothing much required on your part except a willingness to try Reprinted with permission from Clairification Claire Axelrad, J.D., CFRE: "Youre no doubt familiar with the adage You cant help others unless you first take care of yourself. "This is a truism you should carry with you throughout your life, and not just when the oxygen masks come down on an airplane.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
JUNE 3, 2025
Chronicle CEO Stacy Palmer talks to two leaders who are adept at managing all generations, from Gen Z to Boomers, in their organizations. They share tips on how to communicate well, foster collaboration, and build a culture that respects institutional knowledge and embraces innovation.
Candid
JUNE 3, 2025
Candids business is datathe data you need to do good. That data largely takes the form of information about organizations in the nonprofit sector and the grant funding they give or receive. Its collected primarily from public sources, but more than 120,000 organizations also share their data directly on their Candid profiles , and hundreds of funders contribute their grants data as well.
Community Boost
JUNE 3, 2025
Gamification isnt just a buzzword anymoreits a proven strategy that leading nonprofits are using to create more engaging, community-driven, and results-oriented fundraising campaigns. From digital badges to interactive challenges and dynamic leaderboards, gamification for nonprofits is helping organizations move beyond simple donation pages and into immersive, high-performing fundraising experiences.
Hands-On Fundraising
JUNE 3, 2025
My plea for emotional copywriting Successful fundraising is about reaching people where they make decisions… and that’s their hearts, not their heads. Emotional copywriting is effective copywriting. Writing to donors means using emotional copywriting. Yes, there are some “tricks” you can use to improve your appeal. Simple things, like better formatting.
Pamela Grow
JUNE 3, 2025
In a time when nonprofits face shrinking budgets and fewer donations, monthly giving has become a lifeline. According to the 2024 M+R Benchmarks Report, revenue from one-time donations fell by 5%, while monthly giving rose by 6%. Monthly gifts now make up 31% of all online nonprofit revenue, up from 27% the year before. Monthly donors also tend to give more over time.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 3, 2025
OnBoard unveiled a fully integrated, end-to-end suite of AI-enabled governance tools built exclusively for boards of directors.
Blue Avocado
JUNE 3, 2025
Recent sweeping actions by the Trump administration have brought Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training programs and policies into the headlines, with implications for both government and the broader workforce including nonprofits. The nonprofit sector has long been committed to being a place where people from diverse backgrounds and identities can thrive and contribute.
NonProfit PRO
JUNE 3, 2025
To manage costs, some nonprofit leaders have considered hiring part-time or contract fundraisers. Can this approach solve your nonprofit's problems?
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