Fundraising is an integral part of how churches work. They provide spiritual services, community, and programming to congregants for free, and rely on generous donations and tithes to keep their doors open. When they have a reliable revenue stream, churches can give back to their communities in impactful ways. With the large number of programs …
Your nonprofit’s website is your “home” on the internet and the main area where supporters interact with you. It serves a number of supporter engagement functions, from collecting donations, to sharing educational resources, to facilitating advocacy campaigns. That’s why it’s crucial for your site to provide a stellar user experience. If your site is useful …
Annual giving is a hot topic for nonprofit fundraising, and organizations like yours are always looking for new and improved ways to bring their efforts to the next level. And that’s why matching gifts and annual giving campaigns go hand in hand. In this guide, we’ll cover everything your nonprofit needs to know, including: The …
It is no secret that nonprofits thrive off of the relationships they build with their donor base. Nonprofit organizations are fueled by the support, time, and dollars given by their donors. The maintenance of these donor relationships is crucial, but the best way to grow these relationships is constantly evolving. As you think about this …
At Fundraising IP, we know a lot about matching gifts and how they go to elevate fundraising at institutions of all shapes, sizes, and missions. Here, we’ll focus on matching gifts and higher education organizations like colleges and universities. Unfortunately, research by matching gift experts reports that billions of available matching dollars go unclaimed by …
Workplace giving programs are incredibly impactful forms of corporate philanthropy offered by thousands of businesses across the globe. These initiatives enable a company’s employees to have a direct say in their employers’ charitability—including the amount contributed overall and the specific organizations that receive funding—through their own giving efforts. As a result, donors love partaking in …
Corporate philanthropy is a powerful business practice that ultimately benefits nonprofits in significantly positive ways. Yet many organizations fail to realize the potential of these fundraising practices or even the extent to which they are available. That’s why we’ve put together this list of top corporate philanthropy statistics that will “wow” any fundraiser looking to …
Matching gifts are one of the most popular types of corporate philanthropy for nonprofits, donors, and employers. Thousands of companies—of all shapes and sizes—offer corporate matching gift initiatives for their staff. If you run a business that’s developing a matching gift program (or are still on the fence about the process), our simple, step-by-step guide …
Even when a volunteer program seems to be running smoothly, there can be major issues bubbling under the surface. Over time, as these issues accumulate, they can cause significant damage to your nonprofit organization. The good news is that there’s plenty you can do now to avoid common volunteer program pitfalls. Instead, plan to regularly check your …
Year-end fundraising in 2021 was unlike any other year that your nonprofit has encountered in the past. The nonprofit sector was still feeling the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, even as some efforts slowly returned to “normal.” As we leave year-end giving and you evaluate your results, it’s clear that planning ahead for 2022 will …
Are you looking to get set up with a donor database for the first time? Is your organization seeking to upgrade from a basic system to a comprehensive management solution? Are you comparing various nonprofit CRMs to determine which is right for you? If you answered “yes” to any of the above questions, this resource …
Peer-to-peer fundraising is a popular form of social fundraising in which nonprofits equip supporters to raise money on their behalf. This can be a particularly profitable fundraising strategy that also allows nonprofits to connect with new supporters that may be exposed to their efforts for the first time. But to maximize results and reap these …
Check out our list of top online fundraising sites and see what each platform can offer your organization! Plus, find out how they work with matching gifts.
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Crowdfunding vs. Traditional Fundraising: A Quick Guide How do you know if you’re choosing the right fundraising project for your nonprofit’s size, cause, and audience? It can be easy to stick with the same fundraising plans out of habit. However, if you don’t explore other options, you could be losing out on potential revenue. That’s …
Extending your nonprofit’s reach to new and distant audiences is essential for growth, but you can’t forget about your strongest base of support, your home community. Having strong connections and being seen as a reputable organization in your local area ensures that the people you aim to serve know who you are and can easily …
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