Imagine your nonprofit successfully stewards a gift from a donor. Your team reaches out to solicit the gift, receives a donation, and thanks the supporter. Then, you repeat this process for nine other prospects, effectively reaching 10 donors. Now, imagine that each donor has five close friends who share a similar passion for your cause. …
In the world of nonprofit fundraising, understanding your supporters is key to driving workplace giving engagement and maximizing impact. One powerful way to do this is by uncovering where these individuals work—a detail that can open the door to corporate giving opportunities, such as matching gifts, volunteer grants, and other employer-sponsored programs. And while you’re likely …
A successful grant management strategy is about more than compelling writing (though that’s a very important part). It’s about using the right tools at every stage of the process. From identifying the best grant opportunities to submitting polished proposals to tracking outcomes, modern tools make it easier for nonprofits to secure and manage funds. Each …
Your nonprofit’s tech stack is crucial to its success. You likely already use various software tools to manage corporate giving, collect donations, connect with donors and supporters, track projects and programs, or engage employees, so you understand that the more your chosen solution is tailored to a specific need, the better. A charity golf tournament …
Nonprofits generate revenue through various fundraising channels, from product fundraising to crowdfunding to auctions. However, there’s a commonly overlooked sustainable stream of revenue that nonprofits can tap into — a store. These are particularly popular with aquarium and zoo nonprofits but can be adopted by almost any organization. If you’re thinking of starting a nonprofit …
In the ever-evolving world of nonprofits, adaptability is key. You must constantly tune into the latest trends and best practices to ensure your strategies remain fresh and effective. The digital landscape, in particular, offers a wealth of tools that can transform the way you engage with donors, manage campaigns, and foster community support. By keeping …
Races, like marathons and 5Ks, are a tried and true fundraising idea. They’re used for anything from family-friendly school walk-a-thons to corporate social responsibility events. One of the most engaging types of charity races is the fun run. Like any other event, fun runs require plenty of planning to be successful. You’ll need to choose …
Membership-based organizations often struggle with dues collection because of payroll deduction issues and inadequate payment collection infrastructure among other challenging roadblocks That’s why these organizations need a reliable way to collect dues and other important payments so they can provide quality benefits and strengthen their membership retention efforts. In this guide, we’ll explain how to …
Your nonprofit’s constituent relationship management (CRM) software is pivotal to your fundraising success. Your CRM houses all of your most important data and enables you to better understand donors, ultimately boosting gifts to fuel your mission. This makes it crucial that your CRM is comprehensive and tailored to meet nonprofit needs. That’s why so many organizations choose Salesforce …
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 …
We’ve written before about the importance of corporate giving vendors in nonprofit fundraising. One such platform is POINT. In this guide, we’re going to dive deeper into that solution and see what you, as a nonprofit fundraising professional, should know about it. Specifically, we’ll cover the following key points (no pun intended!): What is the …
With advancements in technology, nonprofits have an incredible opportunity to revolutionize the way in which they engage with donors, cultivate relationships, and approach the donor journey. The donor journey is the path individuals take from initial awareness to becoming dedicated supporters. At a basic level, it encompasses the following stages: Awareness Consideration Decision Retention In this guide, we’ll …
Workplace giving software can provide your business with a number of benefits. In this guide, we explore everything you need to know.
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As we head into the year-end giving season, nonprofits must ensure their technology is ready to handle the influx of holiday and Giving Tuesday donations. For this end-of-the-year season, keep an eye on your technology and ensure it meets your organization’s fundraising and management needs. If not, the start of the new year is 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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