Are You Using Donor Data or Just Storing It? 5 Warning Signs

It’s no secret that data empowers informed decisions and strengthens nonprofit fundraising strategies. However, many organizations may think they’re using donor data properly when they’re really just storing it. Bloomerang’s Mission Retainable Report reveals that “while 94% of fundraisers use CRMs, only 47% take full ...

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Staying Ahead of Trends in Corporate Volunteer Grants

Volunteer grants—sometimes called volunteer service grants or dollars-for-doers programs—are corporate donations made to nonprofits based on the hours their employees volunteer. Once considered a niche benefit, volunteer grant programs have become a central part of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and employee engagement strategies. According to ...

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3 Best Practices for Effective Nonprofit Grant Management

Any nonprofit team that has applied for a grant is well aware of the amount of time, research, and effort required to secure this valuable source of funding. While the process for securing grants can be intensive, adding this new revenue source to your funding ...

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Fundraising Software Must-Haves: From Manual Messaging to Automated Corporate Giving Outreach

In the world of nonprofit development, there is a pervasive and often exhausting reality known as “resource scarcity.” This does not strictly refer to a lack of funds (though that is certainly part of the equation), but rather a scarcity of human capital, time, and mental ...

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3 Resilient Strategies for Sustainable Fundraising Success

Capturing the attention of donors is just the first step toward building a successful fundraising program. To thrive in a giving landscape that’s constantly evolving and full of economic uncertainty, your nonprofit needs to prioritize building resilience through diversified revenue streams and systems that fuel ...

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Corporate Sponsorships for Small Nonprofits: A Handy Guide

Running a small nonprofit often feels like a balancing act. You are likely operating with a lean team, a tight budget, and a to-do list that never seems to get shorter. You rely heavily on individual donors and perhaps a few grants to keep the ...

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Leveraging Volunteer Time Off for Small Nonprofits: Key Tips

Running a small nonprofit often feels like a balancing act. You are likely operating with a lean team, a tight budget, and a to-do list that never seems to get shorter. You rely heavily on volunteers to bridge the gap between your ambitious goals and ...

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Volunteer Grants for Small Nonprofits: A Quick Guide

For small nonprofits, every dollar counts. You operate with a lean team, a tight budget, and a mission that demands everything you have. You rely heavily on volunteers to bridge the gap between your ambitious goals and your limited resources. They show up, they do ...

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Unlock Funding: Employer Appends for Small Nonprofits

For small nonprofits and schools, fundraising is often a game of sheer grit. You rely on a dedicated circle of parents, alumni, and community members to keep the lights on, fund scholarships, and maintain programs. Every dollar raised is the result of hard work, often ...

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Payroll Giving for Small Nonprofits: A Compact Guide

For small nonprofits, the fundraising landscape often feels like a hustle. You are constantly chasing the next grant, planning the next event, or crafting the next appeal letter, all while operating with a lean team and limited resources. In this environment, predictability is the ultimate ...

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Top 5 Matching Gift Mistakes to Avoid at Your Nonprofit

Did you know that every year, nonprofits leave up to $7 billion in potential funding on the table? This isn’t because donors don’t care. Instead, it’s the result of simple, often invisible mistakes in their matching gift programs. Many teams assume their matching gift approach ...

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Top 15+ Podcasts Every Nonprofit Professional Should Tune Into

Podcasts have quickly become a popular source of entertainment, learning, and inspiration for audiences worldwide. They provide a unique way to explore new topics, hear diverse viewpoints, and stay informed. Indeed, there’s no shortage of great nonprofit podcasts out there! With millions to choose from, ...

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Creating a Volunteer Grant Strategy: A Guide for Nonprofits

Fundraising professionals and volunteer coordinators alike often feel intense pressure to widen their organization’s funding base. At the same time, they strive to make volunteering more meaningful for highly skilled, passionate individuals. Creating a nonprofit volunteer grant strategy addresses both of these needs, empowering nonprofits ...

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Mapping the Donor Journey Through Event Touchpoints

Events aren’t just opportunities to raise money—they’re moments that shape how donors experience your mission. Every interaction before, during, and after an event contributes to how someone feels about your organization and their willingness to give again. By mapping these touchpoints, you can better understand ...

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How to Handle Multi-Year Grants: Guide for Nonprofits

Securing grant funding is no easy feat. Between finding a relevant grant, preparing data and impact metrics, compiling a comprehensive proposal, submitting your application, and actually receiving funds, your nonprofit’s team must be diligent about every step of the process. However, once you choose and ...

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