Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 23, 2025

Struggling to keep up with grant writing as a team of one, or as part of a small nonprofit where everyone wears multiple hats? Across the nonprofit sector, countless small nonprofits and grassroots organizations do life-changing work with limited staff, tight budgets, and never enough daily hours. You’re not alone. Start local.

Grant Writing

Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 7, 2025

With public funding in flux, private foundations shifting priorities, and technology changing how proposals are crafted and reviewed, nonprofits need way more than strong writing to stay competitive. 5 Key Nonprofit Grant Trends Reshaping 2025 1. Go beyond metrics to show what you’ve learned and how you adapt your programs.

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Millionaire Grant Lady

JANUARY 24, 2025

While it is important that organizations identify the right potential funders , create a compelling needs section, write a persuasive program description , and incorporate the necessary metrics, there is another very important step that can often get overlooked. Additionally, foundations over a certain size are required to have an audit.

Funding

Bonterra

JULY 9, 2025

Nonprofit advocacy is one of the most effective ways to drive mission-forward impact. In this post, we’ll answer key questions about nonprofit advocacy and share five tested strategies to help you create more meaningful, action-driven campaigns. Nonprofit advocacy: Frequently asked questions Why is nonprofit advocacy important?

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Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 25, 2025

Many nonprofits struggle to convert supportive but sporadic donors into committed major givers. By mapping out every stage of the donor journey, nonprofits can anticipate needs, personalize outreach, and ensure no valuable donor falls through the cracks. email opens).

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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. But heres the good news: a CRM for nonprofits (Customer Relationship Management system) isnt just a digital rolodex, its a dynamic tool designed to help you build, nurture, and grow relationships with your supporters.

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Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Social media is more important than ever for nonprofits aiming to raise funds and engage with their communities. With billions of active users, Facebook offers a powerful platform for nonprofits to connect with donors. Nonprofits in affected countries can update their Donate button to direct supporters to their website for donations.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JANUARY 28, 2025

Does your nonprofits brand ever feel like its missing that one puzzle piecesomething that, once found, could amplify your mission from a quiet whisper to a confident rallying cry? In our ever-crowded nonprofit landscape, having a strong brand is more than just looking the partits a strategic advantage. Lets dive in.

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CauseVox

JULY 28, 2025

Nonprofits are collecting more data than ever before, but many teams feel stuck when it comes to making that data actually work for them. Manage and track important donor information with ease using CauseVox’s CRM designed for nonprofits This kind of clarity is what turns good fundraising into great fundraising.

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JULY 9, 2025

We’re officially halfway through 2025, and your nonprofit grant strategy deserves a strategic boost if you want to finish the year on a high note. This mid-year check-in is your opportunity to: Strengthen your nonprofit grant strategy by zeroing in on grants with the highest alignment and funding potential.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

A donation page is like your nonprofits digital giving hubits the place where supporters can easily contribute and feel connected to your mission. Platforms like CauseVox are built specifically for nonprofits, with features designed to make your donation page as effective as possible. Thats where suggested donation amounts come in!

Donation

Community Boost

JULY 25, 2025

If you’re like most nonprofit fundraisers, your days are packed with meetings, reports, and campaign deadlines. When your metrics reflect meaning, your results become more sustainable and impactful. With the right mindset and strategy, major gift fundraising can become your nonprofit’s most successful growth engine.

Fundraising

Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

According to the Global Trends in Giving report , 33% of nonprofit supporters in the United States and Canada say email is the communication tool that inspires them most to give. By personalizing your donation letters, your nonprofit can increase fundraising revenue and develop long-lasting supporter relationships.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Nonprofits have a conversion problem. The data speaks for itselfaccording to the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report : Of desktop users who made their way to a nonprofits main donation page, only 16% completed a gift. Retaining donors is equally challengingthe average nonprofit donor retention rate is consistently around 45%.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 27, 2025

Americans are ready to help: In 2022, nearly three out of every five American donors gave half or more of their total contributions to disaster relief. Nonprofits across the U.S. Fortunately, nonprofits don’t have to keep operating this way. Continue to your page in 15 seconds or skip this ad. setCollapseEmptyDiv(true).setTargeting("ic",

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Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. Not surprisingly, the Candid insights article with the most pageviews brings together two hot topics, one cyclical and one perennial: elections and nonprofit fundraising. Is your nonprofit organization grant-ready? What can fundraisers do?

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CauseVox

JULY 1, 2025

A few years ago, I was helping a small nonprofit revamp their donor outreach. That’s when it hit us: they didn’t need just a fundraising platform, they needed CRM software for nonprofits. What Is a CRM Software for Nonprofits? With CauseVox’s CRM software for nonprofits you can easily track where donors are in their journey.

CRM

Blackbaud

JULY 17, 2025

In today’s data-rich world, nonprofits are sitting on a goldmine of information. Where Most Nonprofits Get Stuck with Data Analytics Before diving into the solutions, let’s acknowledge the common roadblocks many fundraising programs face: The Spreadsheet Trap : There is such a thing as too much data! Ready to Take the First Step?

Software

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

A donor cultivation cycle is a systematic process that helps nonprofits build lifelong relationships with their donors through five key stages: identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Despite the length of time it takes to acquire a donor, many nonprofits struggle with donor retention.

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 22, 2025

In todays hyper-competitive nonprofit environment, data-driven research can mean the difference between finding your next six-figure donor and wasting precious resources chasing the wrong leads. Look at donation history, event attendance, volunteer hours, and online engagement metrics like email open rates and social media interactions.

Metrics

Blackbaud

JULY 18, 2025

With this preparation, you’ll be ready to support your team in applying for new opportunities and be ready to manage the funds once they become available. Ready to streamline your grant management process? Want to set your organization up for success with government grant compliance? Check out our grant compliance checklist.

Government

NonProfit PRO

JULY 8, 2025

Described as a “virtual research assistant,” ProspectAI is an autonomous AI Agent that scans the web in real time, identifying publicly available information on prospects and compiling rich, executive-ready donor profiles in just minutes. 4 Ways AI Helps Nonprofits Stay Mission-Focused What’s Trending Now? rail-container).hide();

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DonorSnap

JULY 29, 2025

Your nonprofit’s annual gala is just around the corner. But here’s a question that many nonprofits overlook: What happens to all those new faces who attend your event as guests? Events represent one of the most powerful opportunities for donor acquisition that nonprofits have at their disposal.

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CauseVox

JULY 28, 2025

Many nonprofits keep fewer than half their donors year to year. A CRM for nonprofits makes it simple by pulling gift history, email engagement, event attendance, and more into one place so you can spot when someone is slipping and jump in early–for their sake and yours! Ready to reconnect with lapsed donors? First timers?

CRM

Gail Perry Group

JULY 17, 2025

This is often a sign that the donor isn’t ready, is not interested or was never properly qualified. Leadership often applies pressure to make asks based on what the organization needs right now versus knowing donors are truly ready. This hesitation stalls gifts that might otherwise be ready to close. Gaming the Metrics?

Burnout

Blackbaud

JULY 21, 2025

For nonprofits, successful automation and AI integration starts with a process to easily manage your restricted funding. For nonprofits, managing restricted funds—such as grants earmarked for specific programs—requires an added layer of detail and precision. Ready to take the next step? The problem isn’t the technology.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

To determine these target metrics, review past event results. For example, the nonprofit Feeding South Florida ran into issues using multiple fundraising platforms, including Eventbrite, Blackbaud, 32 Auctions, Classy, and others, making fundraising more complicated than necessary. Set both revenue and performance goals.

Procurement

Candid

JULY 7, 2025

Federal funding for nonprofits is in a state of flux, and the future of many government grantmaking programs is uncertain. That said, as discussed in our recent webinar, Funding Beyond Federal: How to Diversify Funding to Ensure Stability in Uncertain Times, there are ways to bolster your nonprofit’s financial stability in current times.

Manufacturing

DoJiggy

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

nonprofit sector by providing information, reviews, and ratings for charitable and nonprofit organizations. Charity watchdogs serve several essential purposes for 501c3 nonprofit organizations and potential donors. It provides comprehensive data on nonprofit organizations, including their financials, operations, and impact.

Finance

NonProfit PRO

JULY 18, 2025

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Retail

Planned Giving

APRIL 17, 2025

Were not ready for that. You’re ready for bake sales and spaghetti dinners, but not free money that takes a signature and a lawyer? 43 We dont need to track metrics. So is every nonprofit. 63 Were not like other nonprofits. 92 Were nonprofit. Heres the list. Brace yourselfor better yet, dont.

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amplifi

JANUARY 30, 2025

But you should look closely at how recently someone gave, how consistently they donate, how long theyve supported you, and how they engage with your nonprofit. At amplifi, we use the 12-month metric but feel free to choose what works best for your audience. LEARN MORE: Are you ready to launch a monthly giving program?

Metrics

CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2025

When nonprofits run online fundraising campaigns, it’s easy to only focus on the big picturehitting that overall fundraising goal. Here are five ways Ive seen various types of nonprofits break down their impact into tiers that drive donations. Ready to boost your fundraising and make every donation count? The good news?

Donation

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Whether youre a nonprofit, educational institution, healthcare organization, or a socially responsible corporation, a well-designed website sets the stage for stronger donor relationships, more engaged volunteers, and deeper community trust. These metrics can then guide layout decisions, calls-to-action, and content structure.

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The Fundraising Coach

MAY 30, 2025

When your nonprofit aims to maximize donor outreach , you’re likely hoping to reach new supporters or secure recurring donations. Planned giving is a strategic approach that can benefit your nonprofit both immediately and in the long term. If your nonprofit wants to learn how to acquire planned gifts , you’ve come to the right place.

CRM

NonProfit PRO

JULY 2, 2025

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Wild Apricot

JULY 24, 2025

But with AI changing how people search, it’s fair to ask: Is SEO still relevant for nonprofits? This guide breaks it down, simplifying SEO tips for nonprofits in 2025. Here are the top-10 SEO factors that matter most to nonprofits. Optimizing for your location and nonprofit niche helps you show up in the right searches.

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