Pamela Grow

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Your donors arent just names in your nonprofits CRM. In an age dominated by digital outreach, direct mail fundraising remains a powerful tool for nonprofits to connect with donors. In an age dominated by digital outreach, direct mail fundraising remains a powerful tool for nonprofits to connect with donors.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JUNE 4, 2025

Picture this: A nonprofit organization launches an ambitious new program, only to discover months later that inconsistent financial processes have led to overspending, duplicated payments, and critical delays. For nonprofits, which rely heavily on trust and accountability, these policies arent just helpfultheyre essential. Absolutely.

Policies

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Nonprofit organizations have been experiencing significant labor shortages for years. But recently, increased demand for services and fewer people interested in joining nonprofits has made the situation worse. Any type of job succession plan involves proper segregation of duties through cross-training and redundancies.

Finance

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

So, what if nonprofits approached grant seeking like savvy shoppers and took their bargain-hunting skills to the next level? GrantWatch has close to 3,800 grants in its Community Services grant listing category, providing nonprofits with numerous funding opportunities that align with their mission. Are you a fan of bargain hunting?

Funding

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

How to Find Grant Funding for Organizations Supporting At-Risk Teens and Their Families GrantWatch is a leading online resource that compiles a comprehensive directory of currently available grants for nonprofits , small businesses , and individuals. 15 Programs for At-Risk Teens and Families with Grants to Match 1.

Grant

Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

GivingTuesday fundraising allows many charities and nonprofits to raise more on this day than any other and reminds us of the positive community, societal, and personal impact of supporting causes aligned with our values. Ensure your Candid nonprofit profile is up to date so donors can find you easily. In 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1

IT

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

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. However, recent political and cultural shifts have brought new challenges and opportunities to the DEI landscape, creating uncertainty for nonprofits.

Grant Writing

Candid

MAY 27, 2025

This financial commitmentunprecedented in our foundations historycomes as the nonprofit sector faces ever-growing and unprecedented challenges. Our increased grantmaking is aimed at supporting organizing efforts and protecting the ability of nonprofits to serve their communities.

IT

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

Grant Professionals Association

JULY 29, 2025

Every grant professional will face an audit at some point, whether it’s part of the annual nonprofit tax filing or a formal public grant audit from years past. When a new administrative assistant trained in finance started asking questions and challenging the process, it created tension. How are you planning for your next grant audit?

IT

GrantNews

JANUARY 6, 2025

Engineering Education : Grants to nonprofits for engineering education. Development for Female Entrepreneurs : Grants up to $30,000 to nonprofits to support business growth and development for female entrepreneurs. With over 13 million female-led businesses in the U.S., The power of businesses is clear since they generate over $3.9

Grant

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

Grants4Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As we approach 2025 and the anticipated changes that a new federal administration will bring, nonprofit leaders, grant writers, and fundraisers must be proactive to safeguard and sustain their funding sources. Building these connections early ensures your nonprofit’s voice is heard and your mission is recognized by decision-makers.

Funding

Candid

MARCH 31, 2025

As the nonprofit sector seeks ways to continue its work in the face of ongoing challenges, volunteers may come to play a larger role. How do volunteers advance nonprofits missions? Volunteers are an integral part of the work nonprofits do, not only supporting their day-to-day operations but driving their core missions.

Retainer

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. Think about your mission and what you are trying to accomplish at the end of the year within your organization.

Donation

Think and Ink Grants

DECEMBER 11, 2024

If you are a grant writer aiming to advance your grant writing career or a nonprofit leader striving to sustain your organization, this guide is for you. They can teach you lessons that arent readily available in books or training sessions, offering tailored advice to sharpen your grant writing skills. Subcontracting opportunities.

Grant Writing

Blue Avocado

JULY 8, 2025

Nonprofits are crucial for communities, but they face significant hurdles. When we recently asked the Blue Avocado community “What do nonprofits struggle with the most? When we recently asked the Blue Avocado community “What do nonprofits struggle with the most?”

Nonprofit

GrantNews

JANUARY 3, 2025

Professional development involves gaining new skills through continuing education and career training after joining the workforce. Funding to Nonprofits to Improve Access to Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork! Grants to Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Military Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families! Everyone wins!

Funding

GrantNews

DECEMBER 31, 2024

And, with the right grant funding, nonprofits can expand their programs and businesses can begin new ventures. We have government grants to fuel community initiatives, nonprofit grants to support vital causes, and business grants to drive innovation and entrepreneurship. Funding is for humanities programs that serve the general public.

Grant

GrantNews

JANUARY 2, 2025

As we reflect on the past year, we naturally wonder about the trends 2025 will bring nonprofits. While it is no surprise that trends are leaning towards AI and tech tools, you may be surprised to see how nonprofits might use AI. Seven Nonprofit Trends Expected for 2025 1. However, AI is still relatively new.

AI

Blackbaud

JUNE 3, 2025

When it comes to employee satisfaction in the nonprofit sector, the writing is on the wallnonprofits have the highest turnover rates of any industry. However, this doesnt mean nonprofit employees arent passionate about their work. Its on your nonprofits leaders to empower employees growth with clear development pathways.

Consultant

GrantNews

JULY 1, 2025

Finding the right grants from a foundation can be a true game-changer for nonprofits that want to make a lasting impact. With numerous grant opportunities available, it’s essential to identify those that align with your nonprofit’s mission and have upcoming deadlines. Learn more here. Read more here. Learn more here.

Grant

GrantNews

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Cooperative agreements to nonprofits and Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) to provide technical assistance to local government agencies to reduce pollution in wastewater treatment systems. There are grants to eligible nonprofits for environmental stewardship projects benefiting watersheds. Reduce Wastewater Treatment Pollution!

Funding

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

Grant Writer Team

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Are you wondering about the expected nonprofit trends for 2025? Grant writers must stay current on nonprofit trends to ensure efficiency and relevancy in the profession. As expected, one notable nonprofit trend for 2025 is a shift in management practices due to new technology. Good for you! GrantWriterTeam is here to help.

Grant

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

From education and training to job opportunities and overcoming financial obstacles, these essential funding sources provide the support that paves the way for growth. GrantWatch is a national database that houses almost 9,000 active federal and foundation grant opportunities for nonprofits , businesses , and individuals.

Grant

DoJiggy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Data privacy is a critical issue for businesses and organizations of all sizes, including nonprofits. Donors trust nonprofits with their personal and financial information, and it is the responsibility of these organizations to protect that trust. Here are some key reasons why data privacy is essential for nonprofits.

Ethics

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As a nonprofit finance professional, you want all your data to be accurate. Keep reading for actionable tips to improve your allocation processes and avoid issues common to managing your nonprofit payroll and time tracking for grant reporting. Maintaining compliance can protect existing funding, as well.

Grant

Candid

MARCH 24, 2025

Based on my 25 years experience working in global development, here are five tips to help nonprofits be ready to respond to unforeseen challenges. You dont need a formal training program for creativity, adaptability, and resilience, but those qualities should be an intentional part of the organizations talent development plan.

Nonprofit

GrantNews

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Branding for Nonprofits in the U.S., In-kind support to nonprofits to build their brands in the U.S., In-kind support to nonprofits to build their brands in the U.S., The program provides web design and digital assistance to nonprofits to strengthen their impact on target audiences.

Grant

GrantNews

MARCH 21, 2025

Is your nonprofit dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of military and veteran personnel? Nonprofits play a vital role in addressing the distinct needs of veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Assist Military Veterans and Their Families Arizona nonprofits and tribes may apply for grants.

Grant

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

Candid

JUNE 16, 2025

of respondents believed they or an immediate family member had received nonprofit services in the past year. At a time when nonprofits across the United States are facing the loss of government grants and increased scrutiny, it’s become ever more important to ensure the value and impact of nonprofits is recognized.

Nonprofit

Think and Ink Grants

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Nonprofit organizations that are clicking on all cylinders, run amazing, impactful programs, and are positively changing the world one project at a time are what I would call high-performing organizations. High-performing nonprofits run well. High-performing nonprofit organizations rarely just wing it. What are your goals?"

Grant

The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This initiative unites a group of organizations dedicated to providing funding, expertise, tools, and technology to support the Global Humanitarian ISAC mission of enhancing cybersecurity for global humanitarian and conservation nonprofits. Training and building capacity among nonprofit staff for digital threat response.

Training

amplifi

MAY 8, 2025

Whether someone donates money, volunteers their time, joins your staff, or serves on your board of directors, its because they want to do their part in furthering your nonprofits goals. Yet, many fundraisers find themselves asking, why isnt my nonprofits board fundraising effectively? No, its not that your board doesnt care.

Fundraising