NonProfit PRO

JUNE 14, 2024

Fundraising portfolio is based on extensive relationship-building. Here are my tips to successfully master your portfolio.

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NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Here are five that can help guide your fundraising strategy. It’s crucial to stay up to date with trends in philanthropy.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 30, 2024

M+R's annual “Benchmarks” report revealed five key takeaways on nonprofits' digital fundraising strategies.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Even if you’re behind on planning your year-end fundraising campaign, you can keep your efforts on track and raise critical funds when it counts the most. Here's a checklist to help you achieve your year-end goals.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Mallory Erickson shares how fundraisers and organizations can better align themselves with donors and avoid chronic stress. By Jie Jenny Zou Courtesy of Mallory Erickson Mallory Erickson says fundraising should be rooted in deepening connections and belonging.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For some organizations, digital fundraising efforts are humming along quite nicely. Here are three foundational areas that contribute to the persistent problems related to the failure of establishing strong digital fundraising programs. But for most, this scenario is a distant utopia.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2024

Free Guide to Ultimate Study Guide for School Fundraising Host a successful school fundraising event with tips and tricks from GiveSmart.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As part of your fundraising strategy, advisory board members must engage in fundraising. Here's how to make sure they actively participate.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

MAY 15, 2024

Here are nine ways to build a board that prioritizes fundraising — and help them succeed. By Lisa Schohl Getty Images You shouldn’t assume trustees know how to raise money simply because they joined your board, experts say.

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Ann Green

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Year-end fundraising season is starting to get underway. However, if you just send one fundraising letter and wait for the donations to come in, prepare to be disappointed. Your fundraising campaign will be more successful if you use a combination of mail, email, social media, and phone calls. Once is not enough. Good luck!

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals. When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Direct response fundraising has built up a lot of lore over the years. Let’s take a look at dispelling three of the most pernicious misconceptions that can destroy fundraising results.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 8, 2024

The Fundraising Effectiveness Project revealed its quarterly fundraising data for 2023. Here are four insights from the report.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Artificial intelligence is particularly exciting for major gift fundraising. Here's how you can use AI to boost your fundraising success.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 12, 2024

Here are five things not to do when measuring the performance of your online fundraising and marketing programs.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 7, 2024

To fundraise for your organization effectively, you must be specific in your mission and define your audience to generate the right support.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Maximize your fundraising results by creating top-notch event experiences. Use these accessibility considerations to guide your planning.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Addressing drops in giving starts by giving fundraisers enough support to excel in their jobs. By Armando Enrique Zumaya Getty Images Addressing drops in giving starts by giving fundraisers enough support to excel in their jobs.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Are you making the mistake of focusing all of your energy on donor acquisition and major gift fundraising, largely ignoring the fertile middle of your database? This is a big missed opportunity. There’s gold in the mid-level hills, but you won’t find it unless you go digging.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

DECEMBER 23, 2024

A capital campaign is a targeted fundraising effort designed to raise a significant amount of money for a nonprofit within a set timeframe. The campaign is publicly announced, and marketing begins for the public phases fundraisers. Here are some fundraising event ideas to consider for the public phase. Public phase. Talent show.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

AUGUST 5, 2024

Charities are losing out by failing to see the importance of adapting their fundraising appeals across device types. By Maria Di Mento Getty Images Charities are losing out by failing to see the importance of adapting their fundraising appeals across device types.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 3, 2024

With reports of fewer donors and dollars, here are 10 strategies you can employ now to boost your fundraising success.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Here are some reasons volunteers are so important for nonprofits' fundraising goals, and some guidance on what you should consider to get them engaged. Two trends in the nonprofit world suggest we are facing a crisis: the declining number of donors and declining number of volunteers.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

CCS Fundraising's 2024 "Philanthropic Landscape" report delves into donor generosity, corporate philanthropy, the adoption of AI, and more.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes William DeShazer Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there's a deep sense of unease about the economy.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 12, 2024

With fundraising down yet again in 2023, it may be time to try a few new approaches to regain momentum. Here are four tactics for 2024.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

It is especially ill-advised when fundraising to support a nonprofit mission. Desperation is never a good look. Here are several good reasons why nonprofits should ditch appeals that employ a piteous or apologetic tone and focus instead on storytelling and making a solid case for a mission-focused need.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 10, 2024

Supercharge your peer-to-peer fundraising this year by joining hundreds of nonprofit progressional at P2PForum24 in Philadelphia from February 21 23. Whether you’re a senior leader or staff member, this is the place to learn from experts and your colleagues at other organizations.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 10, 2024

Some tools suggest who fundraisers should contact when, based on previous giving patterns or evidence of their connection to the organization. By Rasheeda Childress Getty Images Some tools suggest who fundraisers should contact when, based on previous giving patterns or evidence of their connection to the organization.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

A new program aimed at organizations that serve people of color helps leaders, fundraisers, and others gain new skills and networks. By Rasheeda Childress A new program aimed at organizations that serve people of color helps leaders, fundraisers, and others gain new skills and networks.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 29, 2024

Here are three tips to leverage automation for digital fundraising. AI will prove to be a helpful resource in the nonprofit sector.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 17, 2024

A study by Nuclavis found that peer-to-peer fundraising programs are struggling to activate fundraisers and retain past participants in 2024.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

By Lisa Schohl Getty Images Three seasoned fundraisers share proven tactics — and lots of real examples — to help you adapt your big-gifts strategy to the current climate and maximize results.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Planning your next peer-to-peer fundraising event? Here are six tips from nonprofit professionals to get you started.

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NonProfit PRO

JULY 16, 2024

Want to diversify your organization's fundraising streams? Add corporate philanthropy to the mix to help achieve your long-term goals.

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 15, 2024

Gen X is often forgotten in fundraising and planned giving circles. Here's what to keep in mind about these donors when trying to reach them.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 12, 2024

Here's how nonprofits can use e-commerce sites for fundraising. Many creators have online communities that support them through payment.

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