Blue Avocado

JUNE 10, 2025

This overall has been a positive since it reduces long commutes and lets us recruit and retain staff that might otherwise not apply. This push toward digital inclusion is something we are working to maintain as in-person events return. The bad news: People now wait until the last minute to buy tickets for events.

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Qgiv

MARCH 14, 2023

They are: Donor retention Leveraging technology Economic uncertainty Fundraising events Donor communication and engagement 1. The organizations that can do the best job of retaining donors in 2023 will be most successful—not just in this year, but for years to come. There were more in-person events in 2022 than 2021.

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Pamela Grow

JANUARY 11, 2024

Organizations relying on event-driven fundraising suffered. And one of the biggest event-driven fundraising models shuttered their doors. Staffing The National Council of Nonprofits reports that “nonprofits around the country are reporting significant challenges retaining staff and filling vacancies.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

When you start planning your fundraising events, you want to make registration and management as easy as possible for both you and your donors. With the right event management software for nonprofits, you can run your fundraising events more efficiently, helping you raise more money for your cause.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 9, 2021

This blog post explores how to create an annual fundraising plan and even provides a helpful annual fundraising plan template to help putting together your fundraising plan easier. What is an annual fundraising plan (also known as a nonprofit strategic plan)? What does a nonprofit strategic plan include?

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Blackbaud

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Your enrollment is at risk if: The school fails to nurture the family relationship The child has a poor initial experience The onboarding process is disorganized Remember: retaining a student costs less than recruiting a new one. You know the purpose and nature of your groups and events. A new family doesn’t know.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Expenses related to events. These expenses include: Oversight and management, including the portion of the salaries of the Executive Director and support staff that are not attributable to fundraising or programs (staff meetings, strategic planning, annual meetings, etc.). Fundraising training. Legal services.

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Greater Giving

APRIL 23, 2024

Celebrate and Empower: Volunteer Orientation for Your Board and Committees during Volunteer Week This Volunteer Week, let’s not only celebrate the incredible impact volunteers have on our organizations, but also empower our Board members and event committee members to be champions for volunteer engagement.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 25, 2024

What was previously limited to more manual processes, like in-person events, door-to-door fundraising, or a letter in the mail with a return slip enclosed, is so much more today. In an increasingly digital world, it’s only natural that technology has also transformed countless aspects of charity fundraising.

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Fundraising Management Readiness Retainer 98

Qgiv

MARCH 26, 2024

Free nonprofit resources offer your organization knowledge, strategic planning, and valuable data to help you accomplish your goals more efficiently. Virtual conferencing In this digital age, virtual events have become key for networking, knowledge sharing, and engaging with your community. National Council of Nonprofits.

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The Fundraising Coach

JANUARY 12, 2025

To win over new donors and retain current supporters, nonprofits must fully engage their stakeholders and prove why their causes are worth supporting. You may be used to collecting and leveraging data relating to your regular activities, like events, volunteer outings, and services. Did you know that total giving declined by 2.1%

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Fundly

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

On a retainer basis: This typically involves paying a fixed monthly fee to retain the consultants services for a set amount of time. Strategic Planning: By focusing on bigger-picture challenges, these consultants can help you stick to your core goals and improve your organizations infrastructure from the inside.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Enhanced Educational Offerings: The expectation with private schools is to offer enriched educational experiences to attract and retain students, which includes advanced academic programs, state-of-the-art technology, and diverse extracurricular activities. Each group brings unique strengths and resources, making their engagement vital.

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GiveSmart

MARCH 25, 2024

For example, a smaller organization focused on local support may involve you in more on-the-ground work, like attending events and planning fundraising. Alternatively, an executive director at a large, regional nonprofit might spend more time on tasks like developing overarching plans and communicating with board members.

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