Blackbaud

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Grants are an integral lifeline for many nonprofits, providing the necessary funding to launch new initiatives, sustain critical programs, and ensure operational stability. What if that major grant your nonprofit counts on suddenly disappears: How would you continue your mission?

Funding

amplifi

DECEMBER 19, 2024

You know every nonprofit organization is unique. But when your nonprofit takes the time to build an outreach strategy that keeps donors engaged between asks, you will find they become more connected to your mission and work. So, keep everything youve learned about effective storytelling for nonprofits in mind. Raise awareness.

Goals

The Fundraiser Coach

JANUARY 20, 2025

With the pressure of ever rising revenue goals, lack of full staffing, or a focus on "getting the gift," some fundraisers fall into the trap of treating donors like transactions. When a nonprofit fails to offer meaningful engagement, it may feel alienating and disheartening.

Fundraising

GrantNews

DECEMBER 11, 2024

6 ) Make Sure Your Proposal is Coherent and Readable If you submit a poorly written proposal, your application is less likely to receive funding for two reasons: The funder may not be able to figure out what the goal is that youre proposing to achieve or how you intend to accomplish that goal.

Grant

GiveSmart

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Join us for our upcoming webinar, Year-End Best Practices Every Nonprofit Should Know. During the planning phase, nonprofits should segment their donors based on their communication preferences and how they prefer to give. Year-End Fundraising Campaign Goal Planning Set specific goals for year-end fundraising and donor engagement.

Donation

Ann Green's Nonprofit

APRIL 21, 2025

How does your nonprofit organization compete with all this? Your goal is to get your donors to read your messages. In the from field, put DoGood Nonprofit or Susan (Davis), DoGood Nonprofit. Unlike the political organizations I mentioned above, many nonprofits dont communicate enough.

Electronics

GrantNews

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Some of the most important work done by nonprofits and other organizations is protecting our natural environment and the animals who share our planet. Initiatives that safeguard endangered species, preserve natural habitats, and work to restore fragile ecosystems all share the same goal: to make a lasting impact.

Grant

Grant Writer Team

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Technology is empowering nonprofits. More and more, technology has become an invaluable tool for nonprofits to use to more efficiently and effectively fulfill their mission. Whether it’s programs or services, nonprofits have to make good use of the (usually) limited resources available.

Grant Writing

Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Our goal is to equip you with practical fundraising tools and ideas you can implement right away. 5 Places to Find Grants for Your Nonprofit for FREE!: If you want to reach yourfundraising goals and engage your donors in giving, your words matter. Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Nonprofits?

Fundraising

Candid

MARCH 10, 2025

Nonprofit organizations often collaborate with one another to share resources, seek grants, and scale public service delivery. At the same time, nonprofits also compete directly against one anotherfor attention, for funding, for clientsalthough this competition rarely gets acknowledged.

Fundraising

Pamela Grow

JUNE 19, 2025

I see this scenario play out in nonprofits every single day. Here’s the truth: Your nonprofit creates meaningful, story-worthy moments every single week. Here’s the truth: Your nonprofit creates meaningful, story-worthy moments every single week. Think of it as your nonprofit’s memory keeper.

Template

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Launching a new nonprofit is an exhilarating feeling. But big goals cost big money. Here’s something to keep in mind, starting now: self-funding a nonprofit is not sustainable. Fortunately, I had some experience in marketing that gave me ideas about how to fundraise and help the nonprofit.

Funding

Think and Ink Grants

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Grant writing is a vital skill for local nonprofits seeking funding to support their missions. As a nonprofit, you must familiarize yourself with these nuances to increase your chances of success. Equally important is recognizing common trends in the nonprofit sector related to funding opportunities.

Grant Writing

Candid

JUNE 4, 2025

Fiscal sponsorship offers changemakers a way to launch projects, expand existing nonprofit organizations, and/or embark on new collaborations more efficiently and effectively. Fiscal sponsorships also enable existing nonprofits to collaborate by pooling and administering funds toward a shared goal.

Goals

Blackbaud

MARCH 3, 2025

In the nonprofit sector, both time and money are always limited so you have to strike the right balance between mission-oriented activities and backend operations. Your ultimate goal is to channel as many resources as possible toward your mission. ” However, the right technology investments require a long-term perspective.

Finance

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?

Nonprofit

CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Whether you’re a small nonprofit or a large organization, these fundraising tools are designed to make your next campaign your best one yet! Spur Local’s Donation Counter Spur Local used a donation counter to add a sense of urgency and community as everyone rallied together to hit the goal.

Fundraising

Candid

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In September 2024, Candid and ABFE published two fact sheets about Black nonprofit leadership : Key Facts about Nonprofits with Majority Black Leadership and Key Facts about Nonprofits with Black CEOs. Invest in early to mid-career staff: Create leadership development programs for staff other than the executive staff.

Nonprofit

Candid

JUNE 18, 2025

In 2025, federal and state funding shifts are significantly disrupting the nonprofit sector. The same cannot be said for nonprofits whose operations entirely depended on external funding. Learning from that example, some private foundations are responding proactively in supporting nonprofits this year.

Funding

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If, like my client, youre asking if its time to change your fundraising CRM , the starting point is understanding your current situation (your team, your data, and your needs) as well as your goals for the future. Purpose-built for fundraising : Is the CRM youre considering designed with nonprofits in mind?

CRM

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Despite the importance of raising money well, the majority of small to midsize nonprofits use suboptimal strategies—methods that are expensive, time-consuming, and yield only minimal returns on a lot of hard work. These are the kinds of revenue strategies that keep nonprofits just surviving instead of scaling. Fundraising mistake #3.

Fundraising

CauseVox

MARCH 24, 2025

If youre looking for a fresh, fun, and engaging way to raise money for your nonprofit, a challenge fundraiser might be just what you need. Set Clear, SMART Goals Before launching your challenge fundraiser, take a moment to define your goalsbecause a challenge without a goal is just an activity! Consider your fundraising goal.

Fundraising

Millionaire Grant Lady

JULY 9, 2025

How to Tell a Stronger Nonprofit Story Here’s how you can start infusing your grant writing with the kind of storytelling that funders love: Use the STAR Method This simple structure helps keep your story focused and impactful: Situation : What problem was your community member facing? And like any skill, it gets stronger with practice.

Grant

Bonterra

JULY 30, 2025

Yet, many nonprofits grapple with declining event revenue, inefficient software, and the complexity of managing multiple platforms. Bonterra DonorDrive offers a solution built to empower nonprofits, turning their challenges into opportunities with flexible, innovative, and scalable fundraising solutions.

Fundraising

CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of putting together end-of-year giving campaigns for your nonprofit. Since you probably raise a good percentage of your fundraising goal during the month of December, you have to make the time count! Secure A Matching Gift Matching gifts are nonprofit gold.

Goals

Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Does your nonprofit want to increase engagement with your marketing and fundraising efforts? You may have heard of lead generation in a business setting, but nonprofits can also effectively use this concept to drive engagement online and boost support for their missions. If so, you need a lead generation strategy.

Nonprofit

GrantNews

JUNE 17, 2025

Applying for grants can be a lifeline for nonprofits, schools, and community organizations looking to fund their projects. Many nonprofits, schools, and small organizations face rejection at some point in their funding journey. Lack of Clear, Measurable Goals Funders want to see concrete, achievable outcomes.

Grant

GrantNews

JANUARY 10, 2025

These dedicated public servants include educators, healthcare workers, first responders, nonprofit leaders, and more. Grants up to $50,000 to fire departments, EMS agencies, law enforcement agencies, public safety and nonprofit organizations, and schools in eligible areas to improve emergency response capacity.

Grant

Just Write Grants

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

December is a critical month for nonprofits, often bringing a surge of charitable giving as donors seek to make year-end contributions. To capitalize on this opportunity, nonprofits must employ effective strategies to maximize their fundraising efforts. Launch a Year-End Giving Campaign 2.1

Fundraising

GrantNews

JULY 8, 2025

Nonprofits often face fierce competition when applying for grant funding. Always tailor your application to reflect how your work advances their goals. An expert tip is to think like the funder and ask yourself: “How does this project help them achieve their stated goals?” Funders want measurable results.

Grant

GrantNews

DECEMBER 12, 2024

That’s why we’ve curated a list of grants to help nonprofits, educators, and schools provide much-needed resources. The goal of these funding opportunities is to empower students with special needs and transform their learning experiences so they might thrive and reach their full potential.

Education

Ann Green's Nonprofit

JANUARY 6, 2025

This is especially important if youve fallen behind in your revenue goals. Editorialand Content Calendars Use This 2025 Nonprofit Calendar to Plan Your Content Strategy Get your nonprofit organized with an editorial calendar The good news is that better donor communication (thank yous and updates) can help you raise more money.

Calendar

Lightning Fast Grant Writing

MAY 9, 2025

Show average nonprofit success rates. Frame grant work as part of larger goals: scaling services, diversifying funding, or expanding reach. What NOT to Do Dont just nod along when someone suggests an unrealistic grant goal. Like venture capital, success comes from volume and persistencenot perfection.

Grant

Just Write Grants

JANUARY 2, 2025

Understanding these projected trends will help nonprofits stay ahead of the curve and optimize their funding strategies. Funders and nonprofits alike will increasingly rely on data to drive decisions and measure impact. Enhanced Reporting : Nonprofits will need to provide more detailed data on outcomes and effectiveness.

Grant Writing

Candid

JULY 24, 2025

As many of us in the nonprofit sector know, public trust is not a given. In today’s fractured landscape, where polarization and skepticism run high, the nonprofit sector stands out as a rare trusted voice. Nonprofits earn trust and safeguard it by continuing to show up—openly, responsibly, and authentically.

Nonprofit

DonorSnap

OCTOBER 31, 2024

As the year-end approaches, having the right tools and strategies in place will ensure fundraising success for nonprofits. Whether it’s setting fundraising goals, streamlining donation entry, or enhancing donor stewardship, a CRM like DonorSnap has the tools you need to make your year-end campaign more efficient and impactful.

CRM

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Many nonprofits rely heavily on grants to fund their missions, but successfully securing and managing grants requires a clear understanding of the grant lifecycle. For nonprofit professionals, grasping this lifecycle is key to improving funding success, maintaining compliance , and fostering strong relationships with funders.

Grant