Clairification

MAY 6, 2024

Let’s begin with the Big Kahuna piece of advice: Ask yourself WHY you want to do this event. Were you to bring your event proposal to a wise shaman or mentor, this is the question they would ask you first – well before asking what theme or format you have in mind or what color scheme you want to use! What is Your End Goal?

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Blackbaud

MARCH 11, 2025

Do you ever get stuck with your event planning? Is your organization firmly attached to only tried-and-true events? If you want to get unstuck, consider expanding your peer-to-peer fundraising strategy beyond the traditional run, walk, or bike event. So, theres nothing wrong with run-walk-bike events. Lets get to it!

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2025

How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? This is very common for fundraising campaigns and inviting people to events, as well as including a link to your email newsletter on your social media platforms. Youll also want to send regular reminders for fundraising appeals and event invitations.

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Clairification

MAY 9, 2024

In my last article (Part 1 of a three-part event planning series) I offered a compendium of common sense event planning advice. — Alice in Wonderland When it comes to special events, your goal is important. That depends a good deal on where you want to get to,” said the Cat. First you want people to come.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Does your nonprofit want to increase engagement with your marketing and fundraising efforts? You may have heard of lead generation in a business setting, but nonprofits can also effectively use this concept to drive engagement online and boost support for their missions. If so, you need a lead generation strategy.

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Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In this article, we will cover online fundraising methods, tools, and some quick tips to get your nonprofit started! Organizations collect numbers through opt-ins or promote text keywords on social media and at events. Read Blackbaud’s recent report from The Resilient Nonprofit that highlights fundraising giving trends and outcomes.

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Gail Perry Group

JUNE 5, 2025

As the end of your fiscal year approaches, theres one question on every CEO and board members mind: Will we hit our annual fund goal or fall short? If your nonprofit runs on a July 1June 30 calendar, youre likely in full year-end sprint mode. Especially since you have a deadline to meet your year-end goal. on that list.

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GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Join us for our upcoming webinar, Year-End Best Practices Every Nonprofit Should Know. During the planning phase, nonprofits should segment their donors based on their communication preferences and how they prefer to give. Year-End Fundraising Campaign Goal Planning Set specific goals for year-end fundraising and donor engagement.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Effective financial management is critical for your nonprofit to grow and thrive long-term. By Jon Osterburg If you work for a new nonprofit, your team’s primary goal is probably to get your operations off the ground and start furthering your mission. Explore four considerations for achieving financial sustainability.

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The Fundraiser Coach

JANUARY 20, 2025

With the pressure of ever rising revenue goals, lack of full staffing, or a focus on "getting the gift," some fundraisers fall into the trap of treating donors like transactions. When a nonprofit fails to offer meaningful engagement, it may feel alienating and disheartening. “Making the pledge payments gives me no joy.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. What if that major grant your nonprofit counts on suddenly disappears: How would you continue your mission?

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Donors-Centric relationships are valued by smart nonprofits, the world over. While nonprofit fundraising takes many forms like hosting events, corporate sponsorships, membership programs, and even knocking door to door, grants are the tried-and-true funding staples. The same holds true for some small businesses.)

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Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Despite the importance of raising money well, the majority of small to midsize nonprofits use suboptimal strategies—methods that are expensive, time-consuming, and yield only minimal returns on a lot of hard work. These are the kinds of revenue strategies that keep nonprofits just surviving instead of scaling.

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GrantNews

APRIL 23, 2025

Branding Tips for Nonprofits can make or break your local impact, especially if you’re still finding your footing in the community. Whether you’re launching a new nonprofit or refreshing an older one, visibility is key. Press Releases = Free Publicity Got an event, fundraiser, or major milestone?

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Our goal is to equip you with practical fundraising tools and ideas you can implement right away. Understanding Why People Give: Understanding the psychology behind giving can help you understand the donors motivation, which will help you plan your next campaign, your next fundraising event, or your next face-to-face ask.In

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Pamela Grow

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Recent nonprofit trends show that giving is on the decline, decreasing by 2.1% Define your segmentation goals. Any strong strategy starts with goal-setting. Based on your goals, choose the segmentation criteria you’ll rely on to group your supporters. between 2022 and 2023. Let’s get started! Select segmentation criteria.

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Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 28, 2025

By Sarah Tedesco Its no secret that effective donor engagement is vital to your nonprofits success. Individual donations make up a large portion of most nonprofits funding, and those donors generally want to feel connected to and appreciated by the organizations they support. Learn more in this guide. Lets dive in!

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DoJiggy

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Organizing an event, whether its a charity gala or a school carnival , involves juggling multiple moving parts. Fortunately, incorporating technology into your event planning process can significantly boost efficiency and revenue. Real-Time Updates: Event software can send reminders to attendees or update them about schedule changes.

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Clairification

JULY 18, 2024

You get a huge bang for your buck from an individual major gifts program, which costs you roughly 10 cents on the dollar vs. 50 cents or more on the dollar for special events fundraising and actually losing money on direct mail donor acquisition. Alas, there’s one area where way too many nonprofits go astray.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Launching a new nonprofit is an exhilarating feeling. But big goals cost big money. Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. Fortunately, I had some experience in marketing that gave me ideas about how to fundraise and help the nonprofit.

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amplifi

DECEMBER 19, 2024

You know every nonprofit organization is unique. But when your nonprofit takes the time to build an outreach strategy that keeps donors engaged between asks, you will find they become more connected to your mission and work. So, keep everything youve learned about effective storytelling for nonprofits in mind. Raise awareness.

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GrantNews

JANUARY 10, 2025

These dedicated public servants include educators, healthcare workers, first responders, nonprofit leaders, and more. Grants up to $50,000 to fire departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, public safety and nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible areas to improve emergency response capacity.

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GrantNews

APRIL 16, 2025

If your nonprofit struggles with donor retention, you are not alone. However, funding is vital for nonprofits to make a real-world impact. Above all, donor-centric management is an effective and cost-efficient way to increase nonprofits’ donor retention. In truth, nonprofits prioritizing donor retention often see success.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Let’s dive into what Giving Tuesday is, its history, and how nonprofits can leverage this day to kickstart year-round fundraising efforts. For nonprofits, Giving Tuesday is more than just a single day of fundraising; it’s a launchpad for ongoing efforts throughout the year. What is Giving Tuesday? How Does Giving Tuesday Work?

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of putting together end-of-year giving campaigns for your nonprofit. Since you probably raise a good percentage of your fundraising goal during the month of December, you have to make the time count! Secure A Matching Gift Matching gifts are nonprofit gold.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 5, 2024

However, they need grant funding to accomplish their goals. Grant Help Build Strong Communities In complex human systems, like municipal communities, many people work together on common goals. It stands to reason then, that fostering a strong sense of community is an urgent need we must endeavor to address.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Board members are a vital resource for nonprofits: In addition to their responsibility for governance, they each bring unique perspectives and experiences to enrich the growth of nonprofit organizations and partnerships. A strong, involved board can transform an organization and take its work to new heights.

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Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If, like my client, youre asking if its time to change your fundraising CRM , the starting point is understanding your current situation (your team, your data, and your needs) as well as your goals for the future. In addition to your CRM, document any third-party tools you use: email marketing, event management, volunteer tracking, etc.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 5, 2025

Budgeting for a nonprofit organization is much like planning that road trip. In this blog post, you’ll learn the essential steps for creating an effective nonprofit budget. What Is the Purpose of a Budget for Nonprofits? Have our goals shifted this year?

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 4, 2024

More people participated in the 2024 event, with an estimated 36.1 The revenue is a record for the 12-year-old event. Email solicitation from numerous organizations, such as Planned Parenthood of America, were sent to donors the day after the event. An estimated $3.6 million people taking action across the U.S, billion, up 10.2%

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The organization unveiled a refreshed brand, and this weekend hosts a nationally televised event, United Way Benefit for Hurricane Relief, for communities devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Viewers will be able to donate and while a financial goal has not been set, she said, the program is designed to bring hope.

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Pamela Grow

JULY 10, 2024

Nonprofits have been concerned about the decreasing number of American donors for years, and the 2023 report reinforces these worries. One that includes realistic goals for grants and corporate support, individual support, program support, and events. Know your nonprofit’s numbers. Charitable giving in the U.S.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

Nonprofit organizations are often challenged with the daunting task of delivering significant impacts with limited resources. The Google Ad Grants program, which started in 2003, is a transformative tool that offers nonprofits worldwide $10,000 per month for free to promote their missions and connect with target audiences.

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Blackbaud

MARCH 12, 2025

When you think about creating a strategy for your nonprofit or school, do you imagine high-stress meetings with a whiteboard and sticky notes, with your team hashing out a large-scale plan to set your whole organization on a path forward? According to the Nonprofit Change Management Toolkit , 70% of change initiatives fail.

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The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 17, 2025

Planning events is essential for nonprofits, whether youre raising funds, building awareness, or forging new community connections. From tight budgets to limited staffing, these hurdles can make even the simplest event feel overwhelming. However, many organizations face common challenges that complicate the planning process.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

According to the Global Trends in Giving report , 33% of nonprofit supporters in the United States and Canada say email is the communication tool that inspires them most to give. By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships.

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Pamela Grow

MARCH 6, 2024

Or an invitation to your organization’s latest event. All day long your goals are hijacked. Another day goes by, and once again, your most important goals are put on hold. What would be possible if you followed through on your best intentions? Nonprofit Best Practices Best practices are usually best practices for a reason.

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