CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of putting together end-of-year giving campaigns for your nonprofit. Aside from the normal holiday hullabaloo, you’re also busy planning fundraisers and engagement opportunities to round out your organization’s calendar year. Early preparation is key in ensuring a successful campaign.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

From simple “Donate” buttons to advanced fundraising campaigns , Facebook’s tools enable nonprofits to creatively engage supporters and drive donations. Fundraiser Pages: Create dedicated fundraiser pages where supporters can learn about your cause, donate, and share the fundraiser with their networks to help spread the word.

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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?

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Blackbaud

APRIL 25, 2025

Launching a successful fundraising campaign for nonprofits involves a strategic approach and precise execution. Experienced fundraisers know that effective campaigns require setting clear objectives and understanding your audience deeply. It’s not just about enthusiasm.

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Major gift fundraising is a cornerstone of nonprofit financial health, providing the resources needed for transformational impact. Here are the top ten essential strategies for major gift fundraising success. Understanding this distinction is crucial in developing an effective fundraising strategy.

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GiveSmart

AUGUST 1, 2025

Their role in fundraising is equally significant, and they can make a real difference in the organization’s financial health. To meet those goals, a nonprofit organization requires funding, which is why the responsibility of fundraising also falls to its board members. Discuss expectations early. Review expectations.

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CauseVox

JUNE 3, 2025

For nonprofit professionals, staying on top of fundraising often feels like spinning plates while walking a tightrope. With the right CRM for nonprofits, you can go beyond donor management and actually level up your entire fundraising strategy. Sound familiar? Youre not alone. Lets dive in!

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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?

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Many of these organizations utilize funding mechanisms, like fundraising events and donation campaigns. But all of this costs money, including operating costs for shelters, food costs for animals, shots, chipping, medical care, and so much more. However the need often outspends available funds.

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Center for Major Gifts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Since virtual major donor events require half of the supplies and manpower, they are becoming a lucrative form of fundraising as major gift officers begin to warm to the idea. Since the average online donation is $177USD, and online events can reach a wider audience than in-person functions, there is solid fundraising potential online.

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GrantNews

DECEMBER 6, 2024

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. Acknowledge Donors Publicly Utilize social media. Volunteer-Led Fundraisers – Involving your volunteers increases community engagement.

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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?

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Wild Apricot

JULY 16, 2025

Focusing here maximizes your fundraising potential. Built-In Fundraising Tools Facebook offers integrated fundraising features, making it easier than ever to collect donations without redirecting donors to another site. Utilize every available marketing avenue to reach all your supporters.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By Amanda Wasson In the ever-evolving landscape of fundraising, its clear that the traditional channel-first mindset is no longer sufficient. Its time to embrace a paradigm shift toward audience-first fundraising. The future of fundraising lies in prioritizing audiences instead of channels. Creative: Craft cohesive experience.

Fundraising

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

And that means you have to figure out how to fundraise for your new venture. Should you start a GoFundMe or turn to a Facebook fundraiser? To fully fund your mission, you have to become a fundraiser. First Steps: Learning and Planning As with all big projects, its important to learn all you can about how to fundraise.

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Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Engaging Local Businesses in School Fundraisers — A Win-Win Strategy Blog Summary: This guide explores the numerous advantages of involving local businesses in school fundraisers and offers practical tips for building effective partnerships. How Can Local Businesses Help In School Fundraisers?

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DoJiggy

APRIL 29, 2025

Organizing a roller skating fundraiser is a fun and exciting way to raise money. Whether you’re raising funds for your school, charity, or community organization, a roller skating fundraiser is guaranteed to draw a crowd and leave a lasting impact. So lace up your skates and get ready to roll!

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Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

Beyond fundraising: How building community strengthens nonprofit sustainability. In this article, Kristin Hanlin, an instructional designer at Candid, explores how nonprofits can utilize Instructional Design principles to develop training that engages, empowers, and educates the learnerincluding volunteers. Fundraisers need to adapt.

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Center for Major Gifts

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

You get what you put into fundraising, so paying it the attention it deserves can help your nonprofit reap the financial benefits for years to come. What about in 5 years? Knowing exactly what you are aiming for as a nonprofit, and which services you would like to provide, can help you develop fundraising targets.

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GrantNews

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

There are many ways to generate funding, like selling merchandise, silent auctions, charity events, fundraisers, and more. While nonprofits do not focus on profit, financing operations is still essential for a nonprofit to accomplish its goals. However, most nonprofits depend on sustainable funding, and that comes in the form of grants.

Grants

Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 4, 2024

All of us have witnessed the tragic events across the country reported by friends, loved ones and our professional, extended family of fellow fundraisers and grant writers. Author Bio: Janice Adamson Splawn, MSM, CFRE, is the founder and principal of Adamson Splawn Grants & Fundraising, LLC, in Houston, Texas. So, who’s with me?

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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.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships. These letters are particularly impactful during nonprofit giving days like GivingTuesday and targeted fundraising campaigns, providing a personal touch that can resonate with recipients.

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CauseVox

APRIL 28, 2025

Start With What (and Who) You Already Have: Peer-to-Peer Fundraising One of the most effectiveand often underutilizedways to find new donors is by tapping into your greatest asset: your existing supporters. Download our free Ultimate Guide to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: 2. Heres why it works: people give to people.

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Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Utilizing effective research methods can help uncover various opportunities that align with specific needs and missions. Utilizing Online Grant Databases Online grant databases offer an efficient way to locate funding opportunities from various sources. Utilize tools and databases for finding relevant opportunities.

Grants

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , only 8% of first-time donors make a repeat gift. Utilize prospect research tools : Invest in tools that can screen large lists for wealth indicators and philanthropic history. The relationship between an organization and a donor can take weeks, months, or even years to foster.

Fundraising

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

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In today’s digital world, running a successful fundraiser goes beyond traditional methods; it requires innovative approaches that meet donors where they are—online. From boosting your team’s efficiency to expanding your reach, here are three key benefits of using an online platform like CauseVox to enhance your next fundraising campaign.

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Just Write Grants

OCTOBER 29, 2024

These grants are used for: Daily Operations : Funding for routine expenses such as salaries, utilities, and office supplies. Conclusion Understanding the differences between capital, program, and operating grants is essential for effective nonprofit management and fundraising. Operating Grants 3.1

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DoJiggy

JULY 8, 2025

Successful fundraising isn’t just about having a good cause—it’s about motivating your supporters to get involved, stay engaged, and go the extra mile. One of the most effective strategies for boosting participation and donations is offering incentives for fundraisers. The element of surprise can be a big motivator.

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Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Bonus Tip: Explore and incorporate available tools in your fundraising CRM to help track your applications, related actions, contacts, timeline, accounting considerations, and attachments. Bonus Tip: Capture all completed applications and accompanying documentation in both your fundraising and accounting systems as attachments.

Grants

Blackbaud

JANUARY 23, 2025

Estimates suggest that less than half of eligible nonprofits know about or utilize the program, leaving substantial potential for growth and impact largely unclaimed. Driving Donations: Google Ads can direct potential donors to fundraising pages or showcase compelling stories that inspire generosity.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This efficacy is why we encourage nonprofits to think about utilizing GivingTuesday partnerships in their campaign. When you combine the efforts of nonprofit organizations, donors, governments, businesses and other institutions, things really begin to get done.

Utilities

Wild Apricot

JULY 15, 2025

Your important messages – whether it’s about fundraising, new volunteer opportunities, upcoming events or new member activities – should all be sent via email. In their quarterly email, they share about their fundraising goal and how it will help save 50 more animals, so you donate through their call-to-action button.

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GiveSmart

DECEMBER 3, 2024

(Board, volunteers, donors, lapsed donors, sponsors, partner organizations, local groups) Where can we insert some creativity or try something new in our fundraising or marketing? Are there utility bills or other fixed costs donors could support? Are there fixed costs your services cover, such as loads of laundry, meals, or rides?

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Blue Avocado

JULY 8, 2025

Individual giving, corporate partnerships, earned income strategies, and online fundraising campaigns offer opportunities for financial stability and growth. The key is to approach fundraising with the same creativity and strategy that nonprofits bring to their programs.

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Grant pros who understand the stages of group development can utilize this process to lead and successfully navigate teams through projects. Sometimes a grant professional is overlooked as a leader because their work tends to be task-based and independent. Forming: The grant project team is selected.

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