Qgiv

JUNE 28, 2022

No nonprofit is immune to disasters. Whether it be a fire, a natural disaster, a supply shortage, or another unforeseen circumstance, it’s important that nonprofits be able to respond quickly to continue providing the services they offer. What is an emergency fundraiser? How do you prepare for an emergency fundraiser?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 28, 2017

I watched the news reports from Texas and was horrified at the scale of this disaster. I grew up on the Jersey shore where I’ve been evacuated due to storms, but I have never seen this level of disaster. I also ask for recommendations for local charities from colleagues. Covenant Hous e (helping homeless youth).

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Tech Soup

MAY 12, 2016

On May 3, 2016, right in the middle of Give Local America day, the online fundraising company Kimbia's donation processing platform stopped working. This year, charities in 54 communities across the country got going on their fundraising campaigns, only to find out that the online donation apparatus went down in the middle of the big day.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 4, 2023

Employee giving programs, often called corporate philanthropy programs, encourage engagement and connection through targeted fundraising that has a lasting positive impact. Employee giving campaigns are an expedited approach to charitable fundraising, allowing companies to launch employee giving efforts during a specific time of year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 2, 2017

I usually take a three-prong strategy for disaster relief. I have my go-to global organizations that do a great job at relief efforts on the ground, set up funds for long-term rebuilding, or do a terrific job of vetting local charities to support. As we watch reports of a disaster, we can give directly to people on the ground.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Can donors outside of Mexico give to campaigns on Donadora? What is your favorite campaign on Donadora at this time? Donors outside Mexico can definitely give to campaigns on Donadora, by credit card and Paypal (whereas in Mexico donors can also give through online transfer and cash deposit). Donadora donors are 93% from Mexico.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 5, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. This highlights an important maxim of donor-centered fundraising: You are not your donors. Marketing and fundraising are siloed, and neither can control what the other does. You think this is an important milestone. Your board members apparently don’t.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice how to create an effective year-end fundraising appeal: Dear Charity Clairity, I’m planning ahead to prepare this year’s annual fundraising appeal, and could use a little help getting started.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Companies advertise their year-end fundraising drives. Focus on the mission Now that you’ve determined the type of charity you want to support, it’s time to research their mission. This Giving Season, we’re uplifting local charities with our ‘Change begins with you ’ campaign. Giving Season has arrived.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 12, 2016

“ Give Local America Disaster Offers Lessons for Next Time – Guest Post by Peter Panepento. Community foundations across the country have been promoting local giving days to motivate people to support nearby charities, encourage nonprofits to embrace technology, and bolster their reputations. In Columbia, S.C.,

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

The reason is because the program is well curated – and the participants come from around the world and bring expertise and different lens to fundraising. You can read a summary of the viral campaign here and here. Each presenter gave a summary of their campaign as follows: The Genesis: How did it get started?

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The Modern Nonprofit

AUGUST 8, 2023

It’s pedaling past the clipboard-bound donation forms, past the checkbooks, even past the online fundraising landscape. We’re talking about text-to-give – a magic wand that has the potential to transform your fundraising game. This thunderous new champ of charitable giving is as close as your pocket or purse.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 19, 2021

Last weekend, the island of Haiti was hit hard by not one, but two, natural disasters. The good news is that no matter how far you are from Haiti, you can still help those impacted by these disasters. Through these partnerships, Global Impact has raised nearly $2 billion for causes such as disaster relief and global development.

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Nonprofits Source

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In the world of philanthropy, the coming year promises innovative corporate giving trends that can benefit both nonprofit fundraisers seeking support and corporations eager to make a meaningful societal impact. Employees can then donate this money to support the charity of their choice.

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Care2

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

While your nonprofit may be in the final sprint of planning its year-end fundraising campaigns, you may want to carve out extra time raising even more money by participating in the 3 rd annual Crowdrise Holiday Challenge. There is also an informative charity toolkit here. Nonprofit Events Online Fundraising Trends'

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Greater Giving

JANUARY 4, 2024

Versatility in Support Donation drives come in various forms, allowing nonprofits, charities, and community organizations to tailor their campaigns to specific needs. Online platforms and digital fundraising tools provide convenience for donors, enabling them to contribute seamlessly from the comfort of their homes.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

I would definitely make larger gifts if there were 1) fewer campaigns; 2) those campaigns championed more targeted solutions; 3) those solutions were backed up by better impact information. The organization described how they were helping those affected by the disaster, and how their services would be evolving over time.

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Double the Donation

MAY 25, 2021

America’s Charities. CyberGrants is another top corporate giving software solution that offers fully integrated tools for grants management, employee giving, volunteerism, disbursement, disaster relief, and more. America’s Charities. Here are our top picks: Benevity. CyberGrants. Bright Funds. SmartSimple. Let’s begin.

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Allegiance Group

JUNE 7, 2023

Fundraising is a year-round concern for nonprofit organizations, delivering the critical donations and contributions they need to keep their operations running. These hardships make it even more challenging for nonprofits to conduct successful fundraising and encourage donors to give more to their cause. 10) to major gifts (e.g.,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2015

Unlike the.ORG domain which can be registered by any individual or brand (but mostly registered by nonprofits and socially conscious for-profits), the new.NGO and.ONG domains can only be registered by nonprofits, charities, NGOs (non-governmental organizations), and ONGs (non-governmental organizations in a romance-based language ).

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Qgiv

JUNE 29, 2023

With giving declining in 2022 for the fourth time in forty years, many are worried about the state of fundraising in 2023 and beyond. With individuals giving the most of any group polled, this was particularly worrying because individuals make up the majority of fundraising dollars given in a year (64% of total giving in 2022).

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

People with less money and purchasing power are less likely to donate to charities or nonprofits. This data point alone should prompt nonprofit leaders and gift officers to pause to consider modifications to their fundraising practices in the near term as inflation persists.” What about a natural disaster? A cyber-attack?

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Achieve

JUNE 1, 2023

Let’s review three strategies for analyzing your donor giving patterns to create a data-driven fundraising and marketing strategy: Identify popular times of the year for giving. This global generosity movement is becoming more well-known worldwide, making it an excellent opportunity for your nonprofit to start its own campaign.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 18, 2010

helping Haiti -- from the charity: water offices, Monday from charity: water on Vimeo. charity:water is encouraging online donations to their partners who are in Haiti and working to quickly to deliver disaster relief services. SMS Fundraising Update. They are doubling donations to the Red Cross disaster relief effort. .

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Amy Sample Ward

JANUARY 15, 2010

It's really interesting as far as mobile fundraising, but also just that the ARC are able to gather, analyze and share data like this in close to real time. "This post harvests what I learned and what I still don't know about the birthday campaign strategy and measurement as well as guest teaching a graduate school class."

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns are popping up everywhere as they continue to grow in popularity. By now, most people have encountered several peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns whether they realize it or not. Dining out at a local restaurant on a charity night? Peer-to-peer fundraiser. Let’s recap!

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

Early last year, mobile giving evolved from an emerging technology to mainstream awareness with Haiti earthquake relief, raising approximately $45 million for victims of that natural disaster. Since that time, other disaster relief efforts such as the Gulf oil spill, Japan disaster, and tornado relief in the Southeast U.S.

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Connection Cafe

APRIL 30, 2015

If you are reading this blog, then you most likely have some fundraising background. Accounting and/or Fund Codes: The first and most basic rule of fundraising – honor donor intent. First, it is extremely important for your organization’s accounting as you report your fundraising revenue vs specific program expenditures.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 12, 2015

6 Fundraising Platforms That Have Disrupted Charitable Giving Forever – Guest Post by Joe Waters. A college grad researching a career in fundraising recently asked me what’s changed since I started in the field. Disrupting Fundraising Since: 2000. Disrupting Fundraising Since: 2004. Everything,” I replied.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 25, 2015

Yesterday, after a planning call with colleagues for a session I’m moderating at IFC called “ Viral Fundraising Campaigns One Year On ,” I noticed a promoted post in my stream for the ALS Icebucket Challenge with a donate button. Wow, two juicy news events in one post! And we’ll get some new insights.

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Achieve

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

When I was leading fundraising efforts at a national nonprofit, the focus of everything I did was the individual donor. You can see this in our industry, which over the last three years has moved quickly to embrace peer-to-peer fundraising. How has this changed the job of the professional fundraiser? charity: water. ,

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Connection Cafe

OCTOBER 31, 2019

If so, join fundraising expert Joe Garecht for this one-hour webinar. Join Candid to learn lightning fast ways to maximize the fundraising potential of your profile before potential donors and funders start looking. Hosted by: Charity How-To. Hosted by: Charity Village. Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy 2019.

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Connection Cafe

DECEMBER 12, 2016

The peer-to-peer fundraising marketplace has undergone a transformation with momentum rapidly shifting toward individually directed fundraising and “DIY” or independent campaigns. In the fall of 2015, Humans of New York ’s Brandon Stanton launch a very brief, very powerful fundraising campaign to support Syrian refugees.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 14, 2016

When asked about what I think the future of fundraising looks like, my best advice? STOP FUNDRAISING! In the ever-evolving world of philanthropy, your success is not in the tools you use to fundraise, but in your donors. Five major drivers will determine the future of fundraising : YouPhilanthropy. We are the campaign.

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NetWits

NOVEMBER 5, 2010

The essay should also focus on how the organization should use technology and media to further its goals beyond fundraising. For instance, consider how your organization can use media and technology to: Create sustainable commitments of action from individuals and companies to your cause vs. sporadic, one-off campaigns.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

For example, you could need assistance with: Fundraising strategy, including a wide range of specialized campaign types. For example, a multi-month capital campaign planning project may be more expensive than a few-week event planning engagement. Aly Sterling Philanthropy – Capital Campaign Support.

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 8, 2012

One of the biggest trends in mobile giving right now is gamification: the integration of game dynamics, like points, badges, or levels, into a fundraising or social good campaign. These apps have the power to help nonprofits and charities reach a whole new audience and raise awareness about their mission.

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