Bloomerang

MARCH 28, 2025

In reality, though, strategic planning can become one of the most powerful tools in an organizations fundraising toolbox. When done well, a successful strategic planning process can clarify, energize, and streamline your fundraising strategyand make fundraising itself easier and more efficient.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 18, 2024

By Simon Yost , Founder of Glued Network — an AI fundraising leader who uses software to automatically identify your top donors and AI to find similar new ones. In the evolving fundraising landscape, nonprofits have more tools than ever to engage donors, grow their base, and achieve their missions.

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Fundraising Fundraising Public and Nonprofit Management Values 104

NonProfit Quarterly

JANUARY 20, 2025

Ensure activities are operated consistent with all applicable laws , including Section 501c3 of the Internal Revenue Code and any licensing, registration, zoning, and contractual requirements. This will be captured by its mission/purpose but also by its core values, which may be important to include in its governing documents.

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Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Race and Ethnicity 121

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

End of year is the most lucrative, high-stakes fundraising there is. A solid year-end fundraising plan can help! I’m here with an end-of-year timeline and fundraising communications calendar to make end-of-year fundraising as easy as pie. Just follow my timeline below to create your year-end fundraising plan!

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Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment Retention 111

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

When you think of fundraising ambassadors, you might think of celebrities who use their fame to mobilize support for their favorite nonprofits. But fundraising ambassadors do not have to be celebrities. You probably have potential fundraising ambassadors who are already engaged in your work. Sounds great, right?

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Activism Fundraising Fundraising Food 126

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

A digital community consists of active supporters such as staff, volunteers, partners, donors, and advocates connected through various social media platforms. Liking and commenting on followers’ posts and stories builds stronger connections and signals that they are valued members of the community. Support similar organizations.

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Participation and motivation Collaborations Nonprofits Activism 129

Candid

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Based on my experience, here are three of the most common mistakes nonprofits make, along with what they should be doing instead: Fundraising mistake #1. By themselves, social media appeals, fundraising letters, and other mass marketing efforts offer low conversion rates and contribute to message fatigue and information overload.

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Fundraising Fundraising Governance Nonprofits 98

NonProfit PRO

MAY 16, 2023

Supporters are more active than ever, but fewer are donating to nonprofits. Join Classy and Nonprofit Pro as we discuss what's driving this shift in donor behavior and strategies to combat it. Don't miss this opportunity to gain strategic insights and tools that will increase the lifetime impact of your supporters.

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Values Nonprofits Activism Fundraising 188

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JANUARY 8, 2025

Traditionally, external fundraising consultants handle feasibility studies. In a traditional feasibility study, the nonprofit hires an external fundraising consultant (typically to assist with the entire campaign). Here are a few tips to help you handle those conversations masterfully: Practice active listening.

Leadership 130

Leadership Nonprofit Leadership Activism Production 130

Ann Green

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Let’s take a look at three areas where nonprofits can drive increased fundraising efficiency: staff retention, donor qualification, and campaign planning. By Chelsey Newmyer What first comes to mind when you think about increasing your nonprofit’s fundraising efficiency? Prioritization is a key part of efficient fundraising.

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Fundraising Fundraising Retention Management 271

Bloomerang

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Donor lifetime value skyrockets from 1.73 In fact, the average annual value of a recurring gift is 10.3 times higher than the value of the average one-time gift! 100 one time), (2) increased lifetime value, and (3) more converted donors – make it worthwhile. years to 8.08 years among monthly donors.

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Nonprofit Administration and Development Public and Nonprofit Management Values Retention 125

Candid

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

That power of connection is also the driving force behind how people show up on social media platformsjoining groups and digital communities with shared values, locations, or interests. When your messaging speaks to a donors values and experiences, it creates an instant connection that inspires action. Not sure where to begin?

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Altruism and Helping Nonprofits Culture Values 95

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

There are a number of ways fraternities can approach fundraising projects, but by far one of the most popular strategies is to host a fundraising event. After all, a fundraising event allows brothers to gather together, get to know each other, create memories, and make a difference. . Fundraising Goal. Let’s get started!

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Fundraising Fundraising Recruitment Activism 219

Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

By recognizing and addressing their unique requirements, you create an environment in which they feel valued and invested in your organization’s mission. Acknowledging efforts: Expressing appreciation and value Board members within your nonprofit seek validation for their contributions, much like individuals in personal relationships.

Activism 114

Activism Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Values 114

Bloomerang

MARCH 14, 2025

Introduction If you’re reading this blog post, you’re probably involved in fundraising in some capacity. What if your entire organizationnot just the development departmentfelt a sense of ownership and responsibility for fundraising success? Because when fundraising becomes a team effort, the results speak for themselves.

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Finance Fundraising Fundraising Collaborations 78

Ann Green

APRIL 14, 2022

As a fundraiser, you need to increase donor engagement , and the only way to do that is by tracking engagement metrics and monitoring your success. This article will show you four metrics for measuring donor engagement and tell you why they’re important for your fundraising team. . Monetary Value of Donations. RFM Analysis.

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Participation and motivation Retention Values Activism 273

Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Yet, according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , donor retention rates have been falling since 2020. Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support.

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Social Enterprise Social Enterprise Participation and motivation Children 105

Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Nonprofit activities shape the students, teaching them valuable skills, helping them foster empathy, and connecting them to causes that matter. Why student involvement matters Engaging students in nonprofit activities isnt just beneficialits transformative. Keep the activities manageable within their schedules.

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Energy Food Leadership Activism 74

iMarketSmart

DECEMBER 20, 2024

If youre still counting calls, visits, and solicitations to measure fundraising success, its time to rethink your strategy. Those traditional metrics dont just miss the markthey actively harm your chances of securing meaningful, transformational gifts. Thats because theyre focused on activity, not outcomes.

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Fundraising Fundraising Activism Collaborations 52

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. 3 GivingTuesday strategies for year-end nonprofit fundraising. In 2023, GivingTuesday raised $3.1

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Fundraising Fundraising Activism Values 105

Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

And that means you have to figure out how to fundraise for your new venture. Should you start a GoFundMe or turn to a Facebook fundraiser? To fully fund your mission, you have to become a fundraiser. First Steps: Learning and Planning As with all big projects, its important to learn all you can about how to fundraise.

Nonprofits 98

Nonprofits Public and Nonprofit Management Foundations Homelessness 98

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

JUNE 13, 2023

You’ve got a date and venue booked for your nonprofit’s upcoming fundraising event. Finding sponsors to boost your event’s fundraising power. Read on for tips and strategies for finding and securing sponsors for your best fundraiser yet. They’re a win-win!

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Fundraising Fundraising Management Nonprofit Leadership 210

Bloomerang

JANUARY 22, 2025

Send out all key documents for review: budget, financial statements, key fundraising statistics. Send out mission and vision statements for review, as well as culture statements and core values. Organize all activities outside of the retreat: hotel reservations, transportation, off-site dinners, entertainment activities.

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Collaborations Energy Activism Culture 115

The Storytelling Nonprofit

JANUARY 9, 2025

When we work for and with non-profit organizations, its easy for us to see the value behind what our orgs do. We know how meaningful our fundraising can be to our communities because were in the thick of it day after day. Whats the change you want to see in the world every time you go to work, plan an event, and run a fundraiser?

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Non-Profits Fundraising Fundraising Charitable Organizations 59

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 23, 2023

After the several years of uncertainty and change, how can you plan for fundraising success in the future? The value of a Fund Development Plan is not only the plan itself, but the intentional process of putting it together. How do you decide which new activities to pilot?

Activism 208

Activism Values Nonprofits Fundraising 208

Ann Green

APRIL 12, 2023

By Patti Schutte Fundraising is all about engaging with supporters and telling your organization’s story. When you build confidence as a public speaker, you can become a more effective fundraiser and nonprofit communicator. For example, let’s say you’re speaking to your board to encourage them to get involved with fundraising.

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Nonprofits Values Fundraising Fundraising 312

Bloomerang

JANUARY 30, 2025

More recently, the pandemic disrupted traditional fundraising models and reinforced a critical truth: nonprofits with diversified revenue streams were better positioned to adapt and sustain their missions. Nows the time to lean into fundraising and partnershipsnot to wait and see.

Public and Social Policy 121

Public and Social Policy Nonprofit governance and management Public and Nonprofit Management Retention 121

Marketing for the Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2025

Social media is an increasingly powerful fundraising tool, considering that 55% of people who engage with nonprofits on social media end up taking some sort of action. With this perspective, nonprofits can better identify opportunities to tailor marketing and fundraising campaigns to stakeholders preferences.

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Public and Social Policy Fundraising Fundraising Participation and motivation 59

Affnetz

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

What is Community-Centric Fundraising? / By Mike Crum In the world of nonprofit organizations, fundraising is the base that enables these organizations to carry out their missions. What is Community-Centric Fundraising? – It aligns fundraising efforts with community needs and values.

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Fundraising Fundraising Volunteerism Volunteerism 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

To help you grow into a modern leader, we’ll explore these common nonprofit management skills you can (and should) develop at your own organization: Marketing Fundraising Public Speaking Interpersonal Communications Relationship-Building Strategic Planning Delegation Budget Allocation Problem-Solving Before training your team, invest in yourself.

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Nonprofit Management Management Public and Nonprofit Management Public and Social Policy 238

Affnetz

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Dive into the transformative realm of fundraising as we unravel the profound impact of the 10 Principles of Community-Centric Fundraising. Let’s explore the Community-Centric Fundraising model, the 10 principles of community centric fundraising, and understand why it can be a game-changer for your Nonprofit.

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Fundraising Fundraising Culture Philanthropy 130

Affnetz

APRIL 30, 2024

By Bala Guntipalli Introduction: When it comes to nonprofit fundraising, it’s not just about getting new donors. Understanding and implementing these practices can help nonprofits boost their fundraising efforts and ensure long-term success. How to Calculate Donor Retention Rate? /

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Retention Public and Nonprofit Management Participation and motivation Management 264

Bloomerang

AUGUST 23, 2021

In part one of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Mastering personalized, customer-centered philanthropy facilitation, especially mid-level and major donors, to increase donor lifetime value. Donors will run from fraud.

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Culture Philanthropy Fundraising Fundraising 139

Selfish Giving

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Image via winnifredxoxo on Flickr This month's thought-provoking article in the Harvard Business Review is titled 3 Ways to Determine What Your Customer Really Values. Let's change the title to 3 Ways to Determine What Your PARTNER Really Values and see what we can learn about corporate partnerships. ⚖️ Commoditized vs Customized.

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Values Marketing Marketing Production 130

NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 14, 2024

Whether you’re fundraising for an alumni/ae association or an animal shelter, external economic factors can greatly impact your campaign’s success. Decreased donation value. The value of your donations may also decrease during periods of high inflation. Expanded fundraising potential. How about marketing costs?

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Fundraising Fundraising Nonprofit Leadership Technology 130

Nonprofit Marketing Guide

MARCH 22, 2021

As Kristina and I were working through the Nonprofit Marketing Guide site redesign over the winter, our web developer asked us for our values for the About Us page. As a very small company — it’s just Kristina and me formally, with a variety of freelancers helping in different ways — the company values ARE our personal values.

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Leadership Nonprofits Entrepreneurship Values 357

NonProfit Leadership Center

OCTOBER 2, 2023

But it’s not just about a leader’s skills and expertise; great board members fundamentally align with your nonprofit’s mission, values and culture. Actively engage with your network and communicate your board recruitment needs. Finding the right board members is critical to every nonprofit organization’s success.

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