Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Utilize online databases and grant directories to broaden the search. Utilize Resources : Consider engaging in grant writing workshops for practical strategies and peer support. Indirect Costs : These include overhead expenses that support the project but are not directly charged, such as utilities or administrative costs.

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JULY 16, 2025

Utilize prospect research tools : Invest in tools that can screen large lists for wealth indicators and philanthropic history. Engagement tracking : Monitor how prospects interact with your communications, post comments, attend events, volunteer their time, and engage with your website to gauge their interest and readiness for cultivation.

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

JANUARY 22, 2025

This article aims to show how nonprofits can leverage wealth screening, engagement metrics, and analytical tools to identify and qualify top prospects. Look at donation history, event attendance, volunteer hours, and online engagement metrics like email open rates and social media interactions.

Metrics

CauseVox

MARCH 4, 2025

If youre using CauseVoxs Impact Metric, which is a counter on your site that displays the units of impact your fundraising campaign has reached, its best to tie your donation tier back to your units of impact. Ready to boost your fundraising and make every donation count?

Donation

The Fundraising Coach

MAY 30, 2025

Utilize this tool to identify prospects and craft direct appeals that will resonate with them. While planned giving programs can take years to yield actual gifts, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be tracking every metric from the program’s inception! Start Conversations Early Planned gifts don’t usually happen after one conversation.

CRM

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

How to Measure: Use metrics like sponsorship revenue growth, cost of acquisition, and renewal rates to evaluate which partnerships are delivering the best financial returns. Asset Utilization If your organization owns real estate or other valuable assets like vehicles, consider leveraging them to generate revenue.

Finance

Blackbaud

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

That’s why it is vital to make sure your team is prepared for the change and ready to identify the improvements that will increase your community health center’s efficiency and accountability. Determine the non-financial metrics you want to track.

Software

Qgiv

JUNE 10, 2022

Before we dive into how to successfully utilize digital marketing for fundraising event engagement, let’s take a look at what digital marketing is and why you need to include it in your practice. Utilize a platform like Qgiv to help you host virtual auctions and mobile bidding. What is Digital Marketing? Why Do You Need It?

Utilities

Blackbaud

APRIL 4, 2024

Utilize a dashboard to communicate financial updates A dashboard is a helpful tool for board members and staff to stay abreast of the organization’s finances. Also check your fund accounting software for opportunities to share presentation-ready dashboards or even give certain staff members view-only access.

Finance

Blackbaud

APRIL 8, 2024

Many don’t cover operating costs or have a small allotment for indirect costs such as salaries, insurance, and utilities. These can be used to pay operating costs such as rent, utilities, and salaries. Ready to see how a fund accounting system can simplify how you track your unrestricted funds? What are Unrestricted Funds?

Funding

Qgiv

OCTOBER 21, 2021

These same metrics are important to track during crises to effectively determine which indicators can signal alarm. Data is best utilized when information is organized and synthesized over the long-term, allowing you to seize opportunities when they arise and avoid potential pitfalls. Who is ready to give? Who is ready to give?

Metrics

CauseVox

OCTOBER 1, 2024

An example of how CauseVox’s CRM feature works These systems can help make your donor management and data analysis seamless, helping you look for trends in donation frequency, event attendance, and volunteerism which can help you spot donors that are ready to move into that mid-level range.

CRM

Blackbaud

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Some revenue sources will clearly be revenue-wise (self-supporting or clearly core to the mission and supported by outside sources), and some will be ready to sunset. Make Sure You’re Ready for Your Next Government Grant Government grants are a great addition to any nonprofit’s balance sheet. Tip 2: Review your scheduled reports.

Indirect Cost

Community Boost

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The TikTok algorithm highly values user interaction metrics like shares, comments, likes, and the amount of time viewers spend watching your videos. Utilize TikTok’s search bar and check out the most popular hashtags that are relevant to your nonprofit’s cause. Are you ready to start looking into TikTok Advertising?

Metrics

Blackbaud

MAY 27, 2024

Good questions to ask when considering different budgeting scenarios might include: Which parts of the organization will have payroll, utility, or equipment expenses? With data now in a scenario, you’re ready to make the necessary updates that convey your plan. Are we expecting grant revenue? Which programs will receive it?

Budget

Big Fundraising Ideas

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Campaign Performance Metrics: Metrics such as click-through rates, email open rates, and event attendance provide a window into the effectiveness of outreachefforts. Metrics such as the number of beneficiaries served, or funds raised in previous campaigns demonstrate organizational impact on potential funders.

Fundraising

Blackbaud

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Utilize email marketing to reach potential donors and convert one-time donors into recurring contributors. Donor management software consolidates these time-consuming processes to make it easier for organizations to utilize donor metrics. Show donors why their contribution matters to your mission.

Donation

CauseVox

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Utilizing this data helps you determine the optimal times to launch specific campaigns, aligning with donor behavior and preferences. This metric tracks the percentage of donors from the previous year who continue to contribute in the current year. Conclusion Ready to embark on your journey to fundraising success?

Calendar

Grant Professionals Association

AUGUST 14, 2023

The grant proposal and its many components, such as the workplan, objectives, evaluation metrics, and budget, will serve as the blueprint for measuring post-award progress and set important perimeters for project completion. She specializes in grant readiness, research and tracking, management, reporting, and compliance.

Federal Grants

Big Fundraising Ideas

JUNE 4, 2024

Leverage Social Media: Utilize platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to create buzz around your events. Utilizing Technology and Social Media: Event Management Tools: To simplify processes, use online tools like Cvent for ticketing or Google Forms for volunteer sign-up. Ready to transform your school’s fundraising approach?

Goals

CauseVox

JUNE 5, 2023

So, are you ready to harness the power of social media for your fundraising efforts? Scheduling tools let you monitor the progress of your campaigns, track engagement metrics, and measure the impact of your social media efforts. But it’s not just about organization and convenience. To get your started, here’s a few we recommend: 1.

Media

Qgiv

APRIL 22, 2024

By utilizing a content calendar, your outreach efforts are not only strategic but also coordinated across your various marketing channels. Determining metrics to track Without knowing what metrics to track, it’s hard for you to determine how effective your marketing efforts truly are.

Nonprofit

Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2023

You can also save your theme to your organization’s shared files for you and others to have ready to use for future proposals. Having your themed slides ready to go can save your team time when developing new presentations. Utilize your reporting tools When deciding what data to present, use different metrics to support your end goal.

Proposal

DoJiggy

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Frozen Cookie Dough An irresistible choice for many, offering ready-to-bake cookie dough can appeal to families and individuals alike. These make great holiday gifts, so be sure to get them ready to go by November for the following year. This ensures efficient utilization and avoids wastage. These make great gifts, too.

Fundraising

Allied Grant Writers

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Utilizing resources like grant writing templates can help ensure that all necessary components are included. Gather Supporting Materials : Have any necessary documents or visual aids ready to support discussions. Reports often include financial statements, project updates, and metrics showcasing the impact of the funded activities.

Applicant

CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Is it best to create a monetary goal or one based on impact metrics? Generally, there are three main approaches to developing a fundraising campaign – no matter the time of year – and all are regularly utilized by nonprofits of all sizes and missions. Will the money be used much further down the road? Getting Started.

Goals

Qgiv

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Analyze donor behavior, campaign performance, and operational metrics to make data-backed decisions and optimize your fundraising. From accounting to fundraising, there’s a solution ready to pick up the load weighing your team down and help you achieve your fundraising goals ! Provide accessibility for the whole team.

Software

Big Fundraising Ideas

JULY 9, 2024

Net profit is the amount left after deducting all expenses from the total revenue, and it’s an important metric to track for the financial success of your fundraiser. Having everything organized and ready reduces stress and helps the launch go smoothly. Consider the overall cost and the net profit you want to achieve.

Fundraising

OneCause

JANUARY 31, 2024

If you don’t have a metric for success going in, you won’t be able to measure how well you did or improve your strategies going forward. Or, for especially large events, you might rely on multiple committees or task forces and utilize both staff and volunteers. Promoting your cause or gaining publicity.

Fundraising

Center for Major Gifts

AUGUST 18, 2024

If you’re ready to go beyond annual giving and unlock a more sustainable future through legacy gifts, read on. Assessing Your Organization’s Readiness Before launching a planned giving program, it’s essential to evaluate your organization’s readiness.

Pass-Through

Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Are you ready to take your virtual fundraising to the next level? They even utilized Facebook Ask to engage with donors and tied the asks directly to their mission. When you have a good CRM, you have a dedicated tool that will help you analyze key metrics and discover insights you can use to improve future campaigns.

Fundraising

CauseVox

JANUARY 16, 2025

This metric tracks the percentage of donors from the previous year who continue to contribute in the current year. Utilize this digital toolbox to share stories that resonate, celebrate achievements, and express gratitude for the invaluable role each donor plays in making a positive difference.

Calendar

Community Boost

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Track key metrics like website traffic, social media engagement, email open rates, and conversions to understand what resonates with your audience and what doesn’t. X (formerly Twitter) Utilize real-time communication to share quick updates, news, and participate in relevant hashtag movements.

Nonprofit