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Imagine a two-person development team sitting before a spreadsheet of five thousand unsegmented donor records, knowing that hidden within those rows of donor data are the major gifts needed to fund their next community initiative. Without a clear roadmap or a solid understanding of how to do prospect research effectively, identifying high-capacity givers feels like …
Want a change from the traditional fundraising setup? Shake things up for your nonprofit and supporters by hosting a peer-to-peer fundraiser. Peer-to-peer fundraising involves having your supporters raise funds on your nonprofit’s behalf, allowing you to reach new supporters and boost revenue. To maximize results and reap the benefits of peer-to-peer fundraising, you first need …
Whether it’s a natural disaster, economic downturn or a global health crisis, societal challenges will inevitably impact your nonprofit’s operations at some point or another. Depending on the situation, you may need to brainstorm how to continue providing services, helping beneficiaries and fulfilling your mission within the current circumstances. Although your focus will likely be …
Your nonprofit’s community is one of its most powerful assets. When community members are aware of your nonprofit and understand its purpose, they’ll not only support its work but also advocate for it, tell their friends, and answer urgent calls to join the fight. But before you can reach this level of community engagement, you …
Employee payroll giving is a powerful yet often underutilized tool for nonprofit fundraising. By allowing employees to donate a portion of their salary directly to charity, this method not only simplifies the giving process but also fosters a culture of philanthropy within the workplace. For fundraisers, understanding and leveraging payroll giving programs can open up …
The world of nonprofit organizations involves several conditions and regulations. These rules or statuses include the 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) statuses, each with its unique rules, purposes and benefits. Both share similarities in being exempted from federal income taxes by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). However, learning their differences will help you understand which is the right one …
Nonprofit organizations and businesses can have a lot in common. Luckily, with corporate philanthropy trending positively for businesses everywhere, companies are more excited than ever to support charitable causes like yours. Not to mention, securing corporate sponsorships supplies your nonprofit with a significant fundraising boost. However, to access those corporate dollars and form mutually beneficial …
Every goal needs a plan to get there, whether you’re trying to learn an instrument, scale a mountain, or enact positive change in your community. From fundraising to advocacy, your nonprofit engages in a variety of activities to make a difference in the lives of those you serve, but how do you ensure that you’re creating the …
Integrating digital strategies is crucial for just about any fundraiser when it comes to streamlining the process and maximizing your fundraising potential. When you’re working to take your organization’s fundraiser to the next level, consider these top five strategies for planning digital campaigns: Streamline your nonprofit’s digital fundraising tools. Update your constituent-facing technology. Carefully choose …
It’s been said that health is wealth. But for healthcare organizations like yours that are committed to improving how they serve patients and communities, pulling in fundraising revenue is a critical aspect of your operations. Not only does fundraising allow you to pay your staff, invest in new equipment, and maintain your facilities, but it also empowers …
In today’s digital age, video content has become an essential tool for nonprofits seeking to raise awareness, engage supporters, and drive positive change in their communities. However, with the vast sea of content available online, it can be difficult to distinguish your nonprofit’s videos from the rest. In this guide, we’ll walk you through five best …
Whether you’re trying to fill up your annual fund or looking to raise money for a new project, every nonprofit can relate to the struggle of trying to find the perfect fundraiser. Fundraising ideas work best when they require very little time and effort on the nonprofit’s part but still have the potential to increase supporter engagement …
As a new nonprofit founder, you have a lot on your plate to launch your mission-driven initiatives. One of the first and most important items you should tackle when getting your nonprofit up and running is to become a 501(c)(3) organization under the IRS. A 501(c)(3) designation exempts your nonprofit from paying taxes. Every dollar …
Imagine this: your nonprofit has spent months planning a dynamic silent auction for your supporters. You’ve marketed your event extensively, created a simple registration experience, booked the venue and catering, and more. However, when the big event day comes around, your team struggles to organize and keep track of all the paper bids, and the …
We’ve written previously at FundraisingIP about the benefits of matching gift programs for nonprofits—and how they can best assist their donors in navigating the opportunities. After all, matching gift programs have emerged as a powerful tool to amplify the impact of individual giving. In fact, they’re one of the most prominent forms of corporate philanthropy. However, …
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