Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

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.

Fundraising

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JUNE 9, 2025

The group is set to hire more attorneys, coordinate pro bono representation from major law firms and hold public trainings about the rights of LGBTQ+ people. The group is set to hire more attorneys, coordinate pro bono representation from major law firms and hold public trainings about the rights of LGBTQ+ people. It wasn’t law firms.

Goals

GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The end of the calendar year is around the corner—the single biggest fundraising opportunity of the year! This guide will show you how to create a year-end fundraising campaign that will effectively reach the hearts and wallets of donors during this spike in end-of-year donations.

Donation

GiveSmart

AUGUST 1, 2025

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. Review your fundraising expectations at board meetings whenever possible.

Fundraising

Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., They’re often giving by donating items, volunteering their time, and supporting fundraising (e.g., This is an ideal area for fundraisers to focus their efforts. Fundraisers need to adapt appeared first on Candid insights.

Fundraising

DoJiggy

MARCH 20, 2025

Pop-up store fundraising is a powerful way to raise money by setting up a temporary online store or retail space. In this guide, youll learn how to plan and run a pop-up store fundraiser successfully. What Well Cover Key Takeaways for Pop-Up Events What Is a Fundraising Pop-up Store? What Is a Fundraising Pop-up Store?

Fundraising

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

To help you navigate this topic, this article delves into the importance of data privacy in nonprofit fundraising. Donation amounts and interests : Financial contributions and areas of interest that help tailor fundraising campaigns. Create a free account and see how we can help your organization smash your fundraising goals!

Ethics

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

How a Grant Consultant Can Amplify the Impact of Your Fundraising Team Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. Each of these individuals serves a unique role on the fundraising and development team. Want to learn more about how Alex can support your fundraising team? What is a grant consultant?

Consulting

Blackbaud

JUNE 6, 2025

If you’re a fundraiser, this might sound familiar: An experienced development team at a mid-sized university foundation is doing everything right to hit their goals for prospect meetings. The Changing Landscape of Donor Engagement The fundraising landscape has transformed dramatically over the past decade. What’s the problem?

Fundraising

Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 22, 2024

What Are the Best Practices for Conducting a Post-School Fundraiser Review? Blog Summary: Post-school fundraiser reviews are essential for ensuring long-term success and continuous improvement. Why Conduct a Post-Fundraiser Review? A well-structured review goes beyond numbers and focuses on the overall experience.

Fundraising

Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Yet, according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , donor retention rates have been falling since 2020. Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support.

Demographics

Pamela Grow

JUNE 19, 2025

But here’s the crucial piece: Your team needs consistent storytelling training. Start with the Six-Word Stories exercise I’ve featured extensively — it’s from Andrea Kihlstedt and Andy Robinson’s essential book “Train Your Board (and Everyone Else) to Raise Money.”

Template

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While nonprofits do not focus on profit, financing operations is still essential for a nonprofit to accomplish its goals. There are many ways to generate funding, like selling merchandise, silent auctions, charity events, fundraisers, and more. Securing funding is vital for critical programs to flourish.

Grant

Millionaire Grant Lady

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Grant Writing Consultants Boost Your Fundraising Team’s Impact Many different staff positions fulfill fundraising duties. Each of these individuals serves a unique role on the fundraising and development team. Want to learn more about how Alex can support your fundraising team? What is a grant consultant?

Consulting

Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 28, 2025

Integrate Your Database With Other Nonprofit Software Integrations allow data to transfer automatically from your nonprofits other fundraising and management platforms to its CRM, saving your team time and reducing the risk of errors that come with manual entry. Happy fundraising!

CRM

Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. What can fundraisers do? Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. by Chris Maddocks, Blue State.

AI

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? At Gail Perry Group, we believe your final fundraising numbers dont need to be a nail-biter. And it starts with this question: Year-End Fundraising: Who Are Your Best Donor Prospects?

Goals

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Engage program managers and finance teams to ensure the project is feasible and aligns with organizational goals. They also show funders that you understand their goals and how your project aligns with them. Ensure your application clearly articulates the need, goals, methodology, and expected outcomes.

Grant

Blackbaud

OCTOBER 30, 2024

We’ve all received cringe-worthy fundraising messages that just don’t feel quite human. Such subpar messages may be the reason that 63% of fundraisers feel uncomfortable using AI for personalized donor communications. Its value lies in solving complex, role-specific problems—like assisting a fundraiser in making the right ask.

AI

Grant Professionals Association

APRIL 21, 2025

For instance, a people-centered proposal can lay the foundation for lifelong benefits, from early childhood education to higher education, workforce training, recreational activities, healthcare access, and senior living. The ripple effects of this practice also extend far beyond a single project.

Grant Writing

The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Before diving into grant applications, take a step back and reassess your organization’s goals for 2025. This might mean training existing staff, or hiring a dedicated grant writer. Early planning is key to securing the funding your organization needs to thrive in the new year. What projects or programs do you want to fund?

Grant

GrantNews

JANUARY 31, 2025

For example; for science-driven policies to achieve their goals, communication, and accessibility must go beyond borders. By providing language compliance updates to training materials, nonprofits and businesses can improve their ESG impact score. This is just one more reason to utilize translation grants to reduce language barriers.

Grant

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Tailored Requirements Many local grant programs have specific criteria that align with regional priorities, making it easier for organizations to find funding that aligns with their goals. Engaging with local grant funds is an effective step towards achieving mission-driven goals and fostering community improvement. Avoid jargon.

Grant

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JANUARY 2, 2025

The goal of DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services is to help nonprofits create incredible change in their communities. Let us know; comment below or email Megan, our Marketing & Training Product Owner, at Megan@dhleonardconsulting.com and well be sure to add it.

Grant Writing

Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Scenario 2: Effective Stewardship You: “Hi Funder, thank you for attending our last fundraiser and reviewing our Annual Report. Stewardship and relationship cultivation ensure that your organization is well-positioned to achieve its funding goals while demonstrating the impact of your work. ® Grant Writing Training here.

Grant Writing

Grant Writer Team

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Your Nonprofit Organization’s Realistic Goal From legal fees and state filing fees to administrative expenses and initial program funding, the costs of starting a nonprofit in 2025 can vary greatly. In 2025, aligning fundraising efforts with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is more vital than ever.

Liability Insurance

Gail Perry Group

JANUARY 3, 2025

Here are 10 New Year's resolutions for board members that encourage self-reflection on your board's culture, its decision-making process, how everyone behaves, and how involved everyone is in fundraising. When everyone is making their own proud personal gift, we are all demonstrating our support for fundraising and philanthropy.

Government

Planned Giving

APRIL 1, 2025

But for this post, were going to focus on some easy ways to make donors aware of legacy giving options through your regular fundraising outreach. As you know, annual fund communications focus on securing donations to support your immediate goals. Train your team to promote legacy giving.

Funding

Blackbaud

JULY 31, 2025

These unrestricted gifts are necessary to pay fundraisers’ salaries, overhead, bills, and the supplies for your tried-and-true programs. Staff training and development: Provides for the ongoing education and professional growth of nurses, doctors, and other medical personnel. How Is Annual Giving Different from Other Fundraising Types?

Donation

Allied Grant Writers

MARCH 17, 2025

Traditionally, funding for these institutions has come from tithes, donations, and local fundraising efforts. Attend Workshops and Training Sessions Numerous nonprofits, local governments, and community colleges offer workshops on grant writing and fundraising.

Funding

Assel Grant Services

DECEMBER 2, 2024

As grant professionals, we must ensure that our clients’ projects match the funder’s goals. Key Takeaways: Here are some key points to remember when researching funders: Make sure that your project matches the funder’s goals before you apply. Check out our website to learn more and sign up for our training newsletter.

GPC

Strategic Grants

JUNE 23, 2025

AI insights from Priya Lakhani’s keynote at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Convention. Monty’s leadership referenced his Marine training that was based on the OODA Loop decision-making model; Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. Key messages were the same with developing mutually beneficial relationships the key goal.

AI

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Define Clear Impact Objectives Aligned with the Funder’s Goals Funders want to see that your program’s goals align closely with their mission. Craft your goals to reflect the outcomes they value most, demonstrating that you understand their impact expectations. 80% of participants secure employment within 6 months”).

Proposal

Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 13, 2025

Create a cohesive strategy that aligns with your organizations goals, strengths, and resources. If your organization lacks expertise in grant-seeking, consider consulting professionals or training staff to bolster your efforts. Invest in Relationships with Funders At the core of successful fundraising is trust and connection.

Grant

Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Peer-to-peer fundraising—individuals raising money for a cause with the help of their family and friends—is a fun, easy, and lucrative strategy to attract awareness and generate funds for your cause. Studies have shown that: Peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives average 39% success, compared to 22% for traditional fundraising.

Fundraising

Millionaire Grant Lady

MAY 5, 2025

Unfortunately, your fundraising team is busy preparing for your organizations annual event, and it is all-hands-on-deck. You had a fundraising plan and office that was running pretty smoothly. A missed deadline may mean fundraising dollars that can never be recouped. Then, it changed.

Grant Writing

Candid

JULY 17, 2025

Running a nonprofit today is harder than ever, making it feel almost impossible to build a fundraising program while staying focused on advancing your mission. We’ve made it even easier to find free trainings, both live and on-demand, and get answers to the most common questions we get from nonprofits.

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