Grant Professionals Association
JULY 30, 2025
Often seen as just another thing we must do for the money – required grant reports are not typically a treasured task among grant professionals. But what if I told you, it is my FAVORITE part of grants management? Okay, okay it sounds wacky, I know. But hear me out – you can easily leverage this often dreaded, almost always required to-do item to work harder for you.
Blackbaud
JULY 30, 2025
Digital fundraising doesn’t have to be a major overhaul to be effective. Sometimes, the most powerful shifts come from small but strategic changes, in simple refinements that make it easier for someone to give, stay engaged, or feel truly seen. In the Doing Good Digital webinar series with Blackbaud, we focused on three critical areas where organizations can drive meaningful results: Optimization Accessibility Automation Whether you’re streamlining your donation forms, improving email experience
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GrantNews
JULY 29, 2025
We all know that being part of a community means doing your part to help it grow stronger and maintain its vibrance. No one understands this better than those who work or volunteer with local nonprofits. That’s why grant funding is so important. Community service grants empower nonprofits to amplify their impact. With thousands of opportunities available, now is the time to tap into the support your organization needs to uplift those around you.
Get Fully Funded
JULY 30, 2025
In an evolving financial landscape, the smartest organizations are expanding beyond traditional donations. Diversifying your revenue not only strengthens financial resilience , but it can also unlock new ways to engage donors and increase impact. In this guide, we’ll explore six alternative funding ideas that nonprofits of all sizes should consider to complement their existing fundraising strategies. 1.
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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.
Grant Professionals Association
JULY 29, 2025
June is always an exciting month for college sports fans. The Women’s College World Series kicks off in Oklahoma City, while the men’s tournament wraps up in Omaha. But for the 16 teams that make it to these stages, success started months earlier, likely on the first of each new year. Now, imagine submitting a grant application in January and receiving the award notice in June.
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Critical Fundraising
JULY 28, 2025
Having ownership of tasks and practising a variety of skills is significantly linked to intention to stay in a job But pro-social mindsets have no effect on turnover intention; pro-sociality is what gets people into fundraising in the first place, but not what keeps them in a job Fundraisers should have a say in setting their own targets Charities should provide fundraisers with skills-based continuing professional development.
GrantNews
JULY 28, 2025
For nonprofit organizations seeking funding, both government and foundation grants offer essential support for mission-driven work. However, many nonprofits, especially smaller or community-based ones, often find foundation grants to be more accessible, flexible, and aligned with their values than government funding. One of the biggest advantages of foundation grants is their flexibility.
CauseVox
JULY 28, 2025
If you’ve ever been buried under spreadsheets, disconnected donor lists, and a mountain of data exports, you’re not alone. Nonprofits are collecting more data than ever before, but many teams feel stuck when it comes to making that data actually work for them. But when that data gets organized into effective fundraising reports, it becomes more than just usable; done right, fundraising reports can be a goldmine of insights that help you raise more, engage smarter, and steward better.
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.
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.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 30, 2025
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Grant Professionals Association
JULY 29, 2025
Insights from the Latest GPA Survey The Grants Professional Association (GPA) is committed to fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive grants profession. As a key cross-cutting priority within the GPA Strategic Framework, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) is foundational to all our endeavors. To better understand the perspectives of our members and guide future initiatives, GPA conducted comprehensive DEI surveys in both 2023 and 2025.
Bonterra
JULY 30, 2025
Digital transformation has become a necessity for organizations striving to grow fundraising revenue and engage their supporters effectively. Yet, many nonprofits grapple with declining event revenue, inefficient software, and the complexity of managing multiple platforms. Bonterra DonorDrive offers a solution built to empower nonprofits, turning their challenges into opportunities with flexible, innovative, and scalable fundraising solutions.
Candid
JULY 28, 2025
Higher education in the United States is entering a turbulent era. Financial pressures—driven by policy changes, tuition increases, and declining public investment—are colliding with growing student needs. As paying for college remains challenging—especially with the costs of essentials like food, housing, and transportation rising— financially vulnerable students increasingly struggle to stay enrolled and complete their degree.
CauseVox
JULY 28, 2025
If you’ve been in fundraising for a while, you start to recognize the names, the gala captain who always brought friends, the monthly donor who replied to every newsletter, or the runner who raised big because a loved one was helped by your program. Then one day, you notice they haven’t given this year. Your stomach sinks. Where did they go? The good news is they might not be gone for good.
GiveSmart
AUGUST 1, 2025
Whether the business is for-profit or nonprofit, members of its board of directors play a crucial role. They govern the organization, establish new policies, and ensure that everything is on track to achieve the organization’s goals. Their role in fundraising is equally significant, and they can make a real difference in the organization’s financial health.
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?
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.
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.
Candid
JULY 29, 2025
“Uncertainty” seems to be the recurring theme for nonprofits in 2025. In an informal discussion I held recently with a group of nonprofits across Ohio, I heard the following: “We heard that our governmental funding was completely cut.” “We just received word that our governmental funding was restored.” “We heard from our foundation partners that they will be increasing their payout—but limiting their increased payout to organizations not like ours.
Bonterra
JULY 30, 2025
As a nonprofit leader, evaluating technology solutions to support your mission is no small task. It’s more than just adopting software; it’s picking the right partner that will amplify your efforts, save time, and empower your supporters. With its innovative approach to fundraising, Bonterra DonorDrive is empowering nonprofits to scale their impact faster and more efficiently.
GrantNews
JULY 30, 2025
You might be wondering if grants truly mean “free money” for small businesses. The answer is yes, with some important details. Grants are funds provided by governments, foundations, and corporations that do not need to be repaid, making them a valuable resource for small businesses. Unlike loans, grants do not add to your debt, which can ease financial pressure significantly.
Clairification
JULY 28, 2025
All you’ve got to do is ask! Seriously. The number one reason people don’t make a major gift – or any gift for that matter – is no one asks them. But I’m getting a bit ahead of myself. Before you can ask, you have to know a few basics: Who will you ask? What will you ask for? When will you know they’re ready to be asked? Where should you ask? How should you ask?
Grant Writer Team
JULY 31, 2025
What if your dream job isn’t something to be found? What if it’s something to be created? What if you could literally use your writing talent to write it yourself? Let’s face it, the job market has drastically changed over the last 5 years, with professionals stepping away from rigid 9-to-5 roles and leaning into remote, freelance careers that offer both flexibility and freedom.
Bonterra
JULY 29, 2025
Sustainable funding is critical to driving your mission, but outdated tools and clunky processes can hold you back. When fundraising becomes complicated and giving feels frustrating for donors, even your most dedicated supporters can disengage. The result? Fewer gifts, lower donor retention, and stalled revenue growth. Nonprofit teams often spend more time troubleshooting tech than building relationships, while donation experiences that aren’t optimized to meet supporters where they are le
Candid
JULY 30, 2025
In January, executive orders to freeze all U.S. international development aid upended an already resource-strapped sector. Overnight, organizations that had spent decades building programs and partnerships found themselves facing existential questions and extremely difficult leadership challenges. At Accountability Lab, we found our co-leadership model gave us an unexpected advantage.
NonProfit PRO
AUGUST 1, 2025
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DonorSnap
JULY 29, 2025
Your nonprofit’s annual gala is just around the corner. Tables are selling, excitement is building, and your team is putting the finishing touches on what promises to be an inspiring evening. But here’s a question that many nonprofits overlook: What happens to all those new faces who attend your event as guests? Events represent one of the most powerful opportunities for donor acquisition that nonprofits have at their disposal.
Bonterra
JULY 28, 2025
Overview Bridging urgency and innovation White Stork is a veteran-led humanitarian nonprofit delivering critical aid directly to Ukrainians impacted by the war. Founded in 2022 by U.S. Marine William McNulty and his partners, the organization was created to fill urgent, life-threatening gaps in support by distributing NATO-standard first aid kits, evacuating civilians from active war zones, and deploying anti-drone jamming systems to protect medics and frontline responders.
Capital Campaign Pro
JULY 28, 2025
Season 4, Episode 52 In this episode, Amy Eisenstein and Andrea Kihlstedt unpack a deceptively simple question: what counts toward your campaign goal? They walk you through some of the most common questions organizations face when deciding what to count. The episode also covers how to handle situations where accounting and fundraising standards don’t align. […] The post Podcast: What Counts Toward Your Capital Campaign Goal?
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