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2024 Year-End Recap: Evaluating Fundraising Events

Greater Giving

Evaluating Your 2024 Fundraising Events: What Worked and What Didnt? As 2024 wraps up, now is the perfect time for evaluating fundraising events. Whether your events included auctions, galas, or virtual campaigns, understanding key metrics and takeaways will set you up for even greater success next year.

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12 Top Financial Metrics Nonprofits Need to Know

Blackbaud

In this post, we’ll break down the key financial metrics every nonprofit should monitor, explain why they matter, and provide actionable guidance on how to use them. The metrics you emphasize will depend on your funding sources, financial situation, and strategic goals.

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3 common fundraising mistakes nonprofits make—and how to avoid them 

Candid

Based on my experience, here are three of the most common mistakes nonprofits make, along with what they should be doing instead: Fundraising mistake #1. By themselves, social media appeals, fundraising letters, and other mass marketing efforts offer low conversion rates and contribute to message fatigue and information overload.

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Have a Matching Gift? Maximize Its Potential with Automated Matching 

CauseVox

Let’s dive into the benefits and see why it’s a must-have for your fundraising toolkit. Progress bar with CauseVox automated matching And it’s not just about the money—CauseVox also displays impact metrics, so donors can see the tangible results of their gifts, like meals served, trees planted, or hours of service funded.

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Think Like a Donor and Raise More Major Gifts

The Fundraiser Coach

One of the biggest challenges we face as major gift fundraisers is balancing two distinct ways of thinking: our internal, metrics-driven mindset versus the donor-focused approach that builds relationships. The most successful fundraisers understand that thinking like a donor is key to closing transformational gifts.

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When Leadership Doesn’t “Get” Grants: How to Survive (and Even Thrive)

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

Pro Tip: Build this plan in December when other fundraising activities slow down. Use metrics to back this up. Frame grant work as part of larger goals: scaling services, diversifying funding, or expanding reach. You build buy-in, trust, and momentum that can transform your entire organizations approach to funding.

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50+ Fun and Creative School Fundraising Ideas That Work

Qgiv

According to school fundraising studies , only 64% of parents, teachers, and administrators believe their school is well-funded. As a result, choosing the right school fundraising ideas to excite your school community is essential. Implementing a well-organized and engaging fundraiser can yield numerous benefits for your school.