Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

In this article, well outline a three-step process adapted from our report Finding Your Funding Strategy: Benchmarking 101 , tailored to U.S.-based Define your funding strategy peer set First, identify five to 15 organizations that resemble yours in mission, size, and geographic scope. based nonprofits. How did you arrive at that mix?

Funding

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Quick Definition Online fundraising is the process of raising donations for a cause, project, or organization through digital platforms such as websites, social media apps, and email campaigns. Organizations collect numbers through opt-ins or promote text keywords on social media and at events. And a well-designed donation page is key.

Fundraising

Candid

JULY 21, 2025

In recent articles, we’ve discussed foundation grants and corporate support as potential avenues to explore for organizations affected by federal funding cuts. While these funding streams can help fill some of the gaps, they’re only a partial remedy for a sector that has been heavily reliant on government support.

Funding

CharityHowTo

MAY 8, 2025

Get practical social media strategies to grow your nonprofit's reach, connect with supporters, and raise more funds across Facebook, Instagram, and more.

Media

GrantNews

JANUARY 10, 2025

Municipal grant funding empowers communities to continue enhancing services and making a lasting difference. Funding may be used for the purchase of life-saving equipment, support of the military, disaster relief, scholarships and continued education, and prevention education. Protect Local Water Supplies!

Grants

Ann Green's Nonprofit

MAY 5, 2025

Think of the enormous amount of email and social media posts you receive as opposed to postal mail. This is important during this time of economic uncertainty and funding cuts. You could also look into additional sources of unrestricted funding. Of course, you can also use email and social media to communicate with donors.

CRM

DoJiggy

MARCH 11, 2025

While traditional methods like handwritten thank-you notes and email acknowledgments remain valuable, social media offers a unique and highly visible way to recognize donor contributions. In this guide from DoJiggy, well explore the best ways to thank donors on social media, with examples to help you craft engaging and effective posts.

Media

GrantNews

JULY 10, 2025

Because of this, GrantWatch lists grants to fund these essential programs. Media literacy is critical thinking when viewing news and social media posts, and more. Funding is for public arts events and activities. Funding buys fiction or non-fiction books geared for children and youth from preschool through 8th grade.

Funding

GrantNews

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Sadly, even with this outreach funding can still be challenging for nonprofits. Because of this, GrantWatch lists grant funding opportunities for nonprofits and businesses to help them locate funding to cover overhead expenses. Funding to cover overhead is vital for any organization to flourish. Did you know?

Grants

Candid

MARCH 10, 2025

At the same time, nonprofits also compete directly against one anotherfor attention, for funding, for clientsalthough this competition rarely gets acknowledged. Social media messaging strategies: Focus on the core mission Messaging matters, so consider who your audience is and for how long you have their attention.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JANUARY 14, 2025

Since contributions tend to pour in when hardships hit close to home, appeals for the emergency fund will be immediate. Highlight the positives : When a disaster poses a threat, its easy to focus on the frightening images and statistics on social media and local news. You can be very specific about funding. Show the images.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 13, 2025

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Funding

Center for Major Gifts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Utilizing social media is an easy way to quickly reduce major donor event costs, and increase prospective donors. Some organizations rely heavily on the funds from these types of major donor events to carry them through the year. Providing value to your donors is a method of building relationships and earning funds.

Media

Fundly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Whether youre raising money to fund a nonprofit initiative, support students at your school, or cover a personal expense, an online fundraiser can be an effective way to reach your goal. Plus, with Fundlys social media integrations, you can add your donation form directly onto Facebook to automatically collect donations on the platform.

Funding

Planned Giving

APRIL 1, 2025

Too many nonprofits are missing opportunities to remind donors of their legacy giving options in their annual fund communications. As you know, annual fund communications focus on securing donations to support your immediate goals. Here are four simple ways you can highlight legacy giving in your annual fund communications: 1.

Funding

Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Are you focusing on new donors, recurring gifts, or funding a specific project? Engage Social Media: Use #GivingTuesday to join the conversation and share updates all day. Social Media: Share videos, countdowns, and donor shoutouts to keep the excitement going. How much money do you need to raise? What metrics will you track?

Goals

Ann Green's Nonprofit

JANUARY 20, 2025

Thank you for supporting Malala Fund, Ann Your monthly gift in action The last subject line leads into an email message that emphasizes how the donor is helping that organization make a difference, which is a good example of building relationships. Here are some that stand out. Thank you for investing in Peace!

Donation

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Grants provide vital funding to programs that support things like medical research, feeding the hungry, and housing for underserved communities. Grant Policies – A Short History of Federal Grant Policy Bipartisan Grant-Making Policies Government grants address vital social needs by funding various causes.

Policy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 29, 2025

Philanthropy needs to act now to ensure local public radio survives as a vital information resource for diverse rural and tribal communities. By Alicia Bell and alvin starks Mark Thiessen/AP Elayna Cunningham, a college student interning at Koahnic Broadcast Corp.,

Media

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Attendee Engagement Track metrics like number of auction bids, donations, social media shares, and post-event survey responses to gauge participation and event impact. Gross Revenue vs. Net Profit Start with the big picture: total funds raised (gross profit) and subtract expenses to determine your net profit.

Fundraising

GiveSmart

JUNE 20, 2025

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) present a promising opportunity for nonprofits to not only expand their revenue and diversify their giving streams but also to bring a sense of stability and growth to their organization. What is a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF)? Additionally, DAFs’ funding is exponentially outpacing DAFs’ grant-making.

Funding

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Run Special Holiday Events Organize events that align with the holiday season: Charity Galas and Auctions : Host end-of-year galas or auctions with holiday themes to engage donors and raise funds. Run Social Media Campaigns : Use targeted ads and sponsored posts to reach new audiences and promote your year-end campaign.

Fundraising

CauseVox

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Think back on what made the day successful—was it the heartfelt story shared on social media, the surge of donations from a matching gift, or the high open rate on a well-crafted email appeal ? And don’t rely on just one channel; emails, social media posts, and direct mail all play a part in meeting donors where they are.

Fundraising

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By themselves, social media appeals, fundraising letters, and other mass marketing efforts offer low conversion rates and contribute to message fatigue and information overload. Events, social media, and marketing are only small links in a much bigger chain of interactions with supporters. Fundraising mistake #3.

Fundraising

Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

It’s not just about the funds raised on that one day—it’s about fostering a culture of giving that extends far beyond. Digital Influence A significant driver behind Giving Tuesday’s success is the strategic use of social media and digital campaigns. More donors mean a stronger community behind your cause.

Nonprofit

GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Here is some helpful information on your different donors: Gen Z: Donors born after 1997 are most likely to donate via mobile, social media, watch short videos, and almost exclusively via mobile. These supporters respond to texts and are active daily on social media. Appeal to these donors by keeping things simple and genuine.

Donation

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

They provide essential funding that helps these organizations execute their missions, develop programs, and serve their communities. Here is a breakdown of how grants impact nonprofit organizations: Impact Area Description Financial Stability Grants offer critical funding to sustain and grow operations.

Funding

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

Donor-advised funds, or DAFs, have been in the news for a while now. The Latest Reports on DAF Giving In 2023, funding from DAF accounts made up almost 9.8% With this funding available, securing DAF grants has become a staple of smart nonprofit cash management. If you have similar questions, youve come to the right place.

Funding

CauseVox

MARCH 24, 2025

Plus, they tap into social media, where participants eagerly share their progress, bringing more visibility to your cause. The funds raised equipped people living with MS with adaptive bikes and gear. For example, Raise $30,000 in 30 days to fund 100 scholarships. So, why do challenge fundraisers work so well? And the best part?

Fundraising

Qgiv

JANUARY 8, 2025

According to school fundraising studies , only 64% of parents, teachers, and administrators believe their school is well-funded. Spirit days Promoting school spirit through themed attire can boost morale and funds. Merchandise Selling school-branded merchandise is a great way to bring in funds while promoting school pride.

Fundraising

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 27, 2025

Over the past few years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have taken center stage in nonprofit work, influencing how organizations operate, advocate, and secure funding. Diversify Funding Sources: Relying on a single type of funder can leave your organization vulnerable to political and economic changes.

Grant Writing

Candid

MAY 2, 2025

As federal funding cuts, freezes, and executive actions create uncertainty across the sector, many nonprofits are struggling to find the resources they need to serve their communities. Some are learning, with no advance notice, that this funding has been revoked or eliminated going forward. Seek new funding initiatives.

Proposal Writing

DoJiggy

OCTOBER 29, 2024

An effective online giving platform simplifies donations, encourages generosity, and helps churches manage their funds more efficiently. Its simple donation buttons can be added to a church’s website or social media pages. Key Features : PayPal offers a straightforward way for people to give, with minimal setup required.

Donation

Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

From funding extracurricular programs to enhancing school facilities, these efforts often fill budget gaps and enable schools to offer a variety of activities and support that wouldn’t be possible otherwise. With the need for fundraising growing each year, schools are exploring innovative ways to raise funds efficiently and effectively.

Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 7, 2025

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Funding

CauseVox

APRIL 28, 2025

With customizable pages, built-in storytelling tools, and easy sharing options, your supporters can raise funds and awarenesswithout needing a marketing degree. Whether its attending an event, sharing a social media post, or co-hosting a small gathering, sometimes all it takes is a personal invitation to make someone feel connected.

Nonprofit

GrantNews

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Because of this, Nonprofits walk a tightrope when managing their funds. Above all, donations and grants work together to provide vital funding to ensure a nonprofit’s budget is sustainable. Because of this, GrantWatch lists grants providing funding for nonprofit organizations to help fill in the gaps.

Education