Blackbaud

JULY 11, 2025

For years, donors and nonprofit evaluators alike have relied on a seemingly straightforward number to guide their charitable giving: the overhead ratio. This metric , which measures how much a nonprofit spends on administration (such as rent, salaries, software licensing, etc.) Reading Nonprofit Financials: What Matters Most?

Metrics

CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of putting together end-of-year giving campaigns for your nonprofit. Mobilize Your Closest Friends We often forget to ask our nonprofit or charity’s most loyal friends for help before a fundraiser begins. Secure A Matching Gift Matching gifts are nonprofit gold.

Goals

Blackbaud

JANUARY 9, 2025

When you work for a nonprofit organization, you dont hope for a period of unexpected demand or income fluctuations. Operating reserves provide a financial cushion to help nonprofit organizations weather economic uncertainty and make stronger strategic decisions. Still not sure if an operating reserve is right for your nonprofit?

Contract

Candid

JUNE 24, 2025

To help navigate the increasingly complex challenges ahead, SMU DataArts analyzed trends based on financial data from 6,498 arts nonprofits that submitted a Cultural Data Profile between fiscal years 2019 and 2024. One-third of arts nonprofits now report working capital equal to less than two months of expenses. Since 2019, U.S.

Budget

GrantNews

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Whether youre a a minority business owner, an individual minority entrepreneur, or a nonprofit supporting underserved communities there are resources available to help you thrive. Eligible areas of interest include publishing, music, games, food and craft, film, design and tech, comics and illustration, and art.

Grant

Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Author Bio Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. Originally published at [link]. He’s helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars.

Fundraising

Candid

DECEMBER 16, 2024

In Sarasota County, it destroyed million-dollar homes on barrier islands, impacting the donors nonprofits and foundations rely on for disaster relief funding. The combination of storm surge, heavy rainfall, wind damage, and tornadoes led to $160 billion-$180 billion in economic loss and damages.

Insurance

GrantNews

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Grants to nonprofits to increase housing options for low-income residents. Funding supports supervised research at an accredited Institution of Higher Education (IHE) or nonprofit research institution which is not available in the student’s home country. The seminal observation will have been published between 2020 and 2024.

Grant

Pamela Grow

JUNE 10, 2025

Online fundraising is a cornerstone of nonprofit success. However, publishing a campaign page is only the beginning. In other words, people who use Google to find specific causes and nonprofits like yours will be able to find you. Best of all, your nonprofit might be eligible for free Google Ads. For example, U.S.

Fundraising

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%.

Donation

Planned Giving

MAY 12, 2025

Originally Published, October 22, 2010. In todays fast-moving nonprofit space, its easy to get caught up chasing the next big thingAI tools, crypto donations, viral campaigns. If your nonprofit wants to grow sustainably and build donor relationships that endure, its time to prioritize strategy over novelty. Ditch the flash.

Fundraising

Just Write Grants

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

For many nonprofits, corporate grants can provide essential funding to support their programs and initiatives. To successfully secure corporate grants, nonprofits must understand how businesses approach charitable giving and position themselves as valuable partners.

Grant

amplifi

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Social ambassadors are ideal members of your target audience who partner with your organization to publish content and promote your cause via social media. A proactive plan is the best way to ensure your nonprofit makes the most of your communications and increases your fundraising potential. It’s not too late.

Media

Candid

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

How do we know whether a nonprofit program is effective? Casey Foundation’s recently published Guiding Questions to Advance Equity in Evaluation and Research offers tools to strengthen evaluation and research so we have the data and evidence needed to address disparities and identify solutions that meet the needs of those most affected.

Publishing

CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

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

Utilities

Candid

DECEMBER 31, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we wanted to share some of the most read articles we published this year. Fundraising and AI Nonprofit fundraising in an election year is especially tough. For the next election cycle and beyond, nonprofits need to diversify outreach channels and messages and expand their audience.

AI

Blackbaud

MARCH 10, 2025

According to Blackbaud Institute research , 56% of donors surveyed said they actively research a nonprofit before giving. This allows you to present the whole picture of your nonprofit or focus on a specific area to establish how much was donated to and spent by each program. In Gen Z at the Table , 40% of Gen Zers said the same.

Finance

DonorSnap

APRIL 8, 2025

Learn more about nonprofit acknowledgement letter best practices here. Publish a Gratitude Report A gratitude report highlights your supporters from the previous fiscal year, often listing donor names by giving level and including memorial, tribute, or volunteer recognition.

Calendar

GrantNews

JANUARY 20, 2025

Whether you’re a minority woman with a startup, re-entering the workforce, or a nonprofit with programs empowering minority women-owned businesses, we can support their efforts as they unlock the door to a brighter, more inclusive future. Areas of interest include publishing, music, film, design, and art.

Grant

Blue Avocado

JANUARY 21, 2025

The Gold Avocado series showcases some of the very best content that Blue Avocado has for nonprofit leaders, based on overall popularity, reader response, and quality. Forward (2025) For nonprofits, many aspects of carrying out their missions have changed since Blue Avocado began. Case in point: Board management.

Management

amplifi

APRIL 17, 2025

Whether youre trying to reach high-net-worth donors or just getting your nonprofits planned giving program off the ground, these ten strategies will help you cut through the noise, attract the right prospects, andmost importantlybring in those gifts. He is also publisher of Major Gifts Today and Giving Tomorrow. Stop selling.

Education

Millionaire Grant Lady

MARCH 3, 2025

As you are building your nonprofit, most nonprofits early on come to understand that they must increase their funding so they can serve more people, serve the community, and do all the things that they got into this industry to do. As you are building revenue sources, you need to focus on diversifying funding sources.

Government

Candid

JUNE 10, 2025

For several years in a row, The Kresge Foundation has earned a Candid Seal of Transparency by publishing information about our organization on our Candid profile , just as hundreds of thousands of nonprofit organizations maintain their own profiles. As a grantmaker, this sends a powerful message.

IT

Big Fundraising Ideas

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Author Bio Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. Originally published at [link]. He’s helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars.

Management

DoJiggy

JANUARY 8, 2025

DoJiggy is a leading fundraising platform for churches, nonprofits, and schools. Her works have been published in Mention, Stackify, Crowdfire, Raindance, Clutch, and Back4app. Event Management Software can simplify ticketing, registrations, and event promotion. Its flexible features and affordable (free!)

Fundraising

Get Fully Funded

APRIL 24, 2025

These charitable giving accounts, which are established by individual donors but managed by sponsoring organizations, have historically been a source of excitement for nonprofits. DAFs incentivize wealthy donors to give more without creating their own foundations, providing new opportunities for nonprofits to receive large donations.

Funding

Bonterra

JUNE 26, 2025

Join Bonterra and expert grant writer Sheleia Phillips on July 16 for a high-impact webinar built for nonprofits that want to secure smarter, more sustainable funding. With over a decade of experience, she supports nonprofit growth through grant writing, program development, and public policy. Reserve your spot today!

Grant Writing

Blackbaud

JUNE 12, 2025

Forms that allow nonprofits to set predefined ask amounts make it easier for donors to choose a level of support that fits their budget. Build Donation Forms Without the Tech Headache Look for a tool that makes it easy to create, customize, and publish your donation forms. Ready to elevate your fundraising strategy?

Donation

NonProfit PRO

JULY 29, 2025

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Retail

Candid

MAY 20, 2025

There has always been discussion around concerns that a focus on obtaining positive results to meet funding criteria may amplify publication biases, where studies with null or negative outcomes are less likely to be published. This selective reporting can distort the scientific record and impede the development of effective interventions.

Funding

Planned Giving

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A client told me recently that we should be publishing more about what’s NEW in planned giving. I used to tell nonprofits they could easily start a planned giving program based entirely on bequests. Seems reasonable, right? Everyone likes new stuff. There’s just one tiny problem with his suggestion. Now, hold on.

Publishing

Greater Giving

DECEMBER 12, 2024

For nonprofits, expressing gratitude isnt just a courtesy. The 2024 M+R Benchmarks Study found that December giving accounts for 26% of all online revenue for nonprofits, with the final week alone contributing 13% of total online donations. Its a powerful strategy that transforms one-time support into lasting commitment.

Template

Big Fundraising Ideas

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Author Bio Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. Originally published at [link]. He’s helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars.

Fundraising

amplifi

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Its no secret,donors whomake repeat giftsare far more valuable for nonprofit organizationsthan those who only give once. Monthly giving programs ease the burden on a donors wallet enabling nonprofits to raise more money. We all know the peaks and valleys nonprofits see in giving throughout the year. Its a win-win!

Fundraising

Blackbaud

JULY 2, 2025

Today, nonprofit leaders are navigating a challenging and ever-changing political and financial environment. Resonant Currents: Pressure Beneath the Surface Some nonprofits are facing challenges to their funding and operations, and philanthropy must adapt if these organizations are to survive and carry out their missions.

Burnout

Big Fundraising Ideas

MAY 6, 2025

Author Bio Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. Originally published at [link]. Hes helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars.

Fundraising

Big Fundraising Ideas

MAY 13, 2025

Author Bio Clay Boggess has been designing fundraising programs for schools and various nonprofit organizations throughout the US since 1999. Originally published at [link]. Hes helped administrators, teachers, and outside support entities such as PTAs and PTOs raise millions of dollars.

Fundraising