Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

Artificial intelligence is also changing how we personalize donor experiences and maximize donations. They can also benefit from smart donation asks. And it leads to more donations and a greater impact. They can target campaigns and improve donation requests. Nonprofits now can and should use AI fundraising tools.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Professional fundraising firms retained 17% of donations raised in New York State during 2023, the lowest amount during the past five years. According to data in the new “Pennies For Charity” report from New York Attorney General Letitia James, 581 fundraising campaigns brought in $1.23 There were 658 campaigns, which raised $1.71

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Finance plays a crucial role in building a sustainable and scalable funding strategy. By actively bringing together different departments and leading discussions around revenue diversification, you can set measurable goals, evaluate the ROI of each funding source, and make informed decisions about where to invest time and resources.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 21, 2022

According to the Fidelity Charitable Overcoming Barriers to Giving Report, 65% of donors would give more if they knew the impact of their donations. That’s why supplementing online fundraisers with follow-ups that show the impact of donations is so powerful. Whether with an email or a text message (or even a phone call!),

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sgEngage

APRIL 8, 2024

Since she signed the Giving Pledge in 2019 and began her momentous campaign of organization-changing donations, MacKenzie Scott has given away more than $17.3 All in unrestricted funds with no reporting necessary. What Are Restricted Funds? Restricted funds often outline what they will fund and what they won’t.

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When it comes to running a successful campaign, having the right fundraising tools can make all the difference. That’s why we’ve put together a list of fundraising tools that can help you boost donations, streamline your processes, and engage your supporters in new and exciting ways.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 19, 2023

As the world becomes increasingly more digital, nonprofits around the globe are recognizing the importance of accepting online donations as a form of giving. Online giving can provide numerous benefits for nonprofits, from increasing donation amounts to improving donor engagement.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

October 10, 2024 will be the first-ever DAF Day , a giving day dedicated to donor-advised funds (DAFs). What is a donor-advised fund (DAF)? In addition, many organizations, platforms, and events now include a DAF payment option that connects DAF donors to online campaigns in real time.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 15, 2020

Also important to be aware of is that 26% of online donations made in 2019 occurred on a mobile device. Having a mobile-compatible website is now a standard best practice and that is especially true for your nonprofit’s donation pages. 1) Ensure that your donation page(s) have the same branding as your website.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 12, 2024

Feeling overwhelmed by the sea of fundraising campaigns out there? This guide is here to simplify the process and give you everything you need to know about nonprofit fundraising campaigns. Unlike your ongoing fundraising efforts, campaigns have a clear start and end date, which makes them super targeted and efficient.

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Donorbox

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Whether your organization has the funds to hire a videographer or chooses to do it yourself, a video fundraiser is an excellent way to draw […] The post Fundraising Videos: Engage Campaign Visitors & Drive Donations appeared first on Nonprofit Blog.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

As large donors tighten their spending, you may be wondering how to get charity donations during a global pandemic. It may be time for your nonprofit to reevaluate your fundraising strategy and learn how micro-donations for nonprofits can make a significant difference. Why are small donations important?

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Bloomerang

JUNE 5, 2024

Is your YMCA only asking for gifts during your annual fund campaign? Block off whatever month is the peak of your annual fund campaign. Dedicate that month to your annual fund and make it your only ask. Invite them to consider a monthly recurring donation as their New Year’s Resolution.

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Greater Giving

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Save money and a ton of time this year end giving season—just create your donation page to start accepting contributions online, and automatically handle recurring donations to encourage repeat donors. Take online donations now with built-in Year End Giving tools. Why is online giving so critical to year-end fundraising?

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 14, 2023

A well-rounded fundraising plan should include a variety of strategies like a signature event, appeals, monthly giving, and at least one online fundraising campaign. But whether people will donate or not is another topic altogether. In short, you need to build a CAMPAIGN. What IS an Online Fundraising Campaign?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 11, 2024

By Julia Campbell, host of the Nonprofit Nation podcast and founder of the Nonprofit Social Media Summit , a free all-virtual event created to help nonprofits navigate the fast-changing social media landscape to drive more donations. Along with urgency, clearly spell out how the funds will be used. 2) Make it urgent. They don’t!

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Qgiv

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Your nonprofit donation page is a crucial tool for gaining and keeping new donors for your organization. Online donating is far and away donors’ favorite method, with 63% of donors saying they prefer to give online with a credit or debit card. Learn how to set up a donation page with our preferred solution, Qgiv by Bloomerang.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Beyond viewing GivingTuesday as a standalone event, we can think of it as the starting line for a broader campaign. Think back on what made the day successful—was it the heartfelt story shared on social media, the surge of donations from a matching gift, or the high open rate on a well-crafted email appeal ? Here’s how to do it.

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Greater Giving

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

It’s a perfect opportunity to rally support and build excitement, but it’s not where your year-end campaign should stop. Between the holiday spirit, the push for tax-deductible donations, and people reflecting on how they can give back, it’s the perfect storm of generosity. Don’t wait until the end of your campaign to say thank you.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This efficacy is why we encourage nonprofits to think about utilizing GivingTuesday partnerships in their campaign. GivingTuesday Partnerships Through Matching Gifts Did you know that matching gifts can be a game-changer for your GivingTuesday campaign? It’s like doubling—or even tripling—the impact of every donation you receive!

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CauseVox

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

An optimized donation page is key to turning visitors into supporters, ensuring they have a smooth, impactful giving experience. With CauseVox, you can create a donation page that does more than collect contributions—it engages donors, reinforces your brand, and inspires confidence in your cause.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 26, 2024

When you’re a busy fundraising professional, it might seem like you’re jumping from one campaign to the next. It seems often easiest to “rinse and repeat” last year’s campaigns. However, I encourage you to take some time to analyze your online fundraising campaigns to optimize your overall fundraising results. Access your data.

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Donorbox

JANUARY 5, 2023

A donation matching campaign is one of the best ways for nonprofits to collect extra funds and multiply their impact. Donations to this campaign can be matched by a major donor, a sponsor company, or the donors’ employers. As per Double the Donation, 65% […].

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 20, 2020

Think about a direct program, service or area in your nonprofit you could really focus on highlighting + the partner’s donation will go towards achieving or providing impact in that area. Social Ads: Running a small social advertising campaign can help increase reach, viewership, and engagement substantially.

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TechImpact

OCTOBER 9, 2013

Crowd-funding websites allow individuals and organizations to create a page on their website and promote donations for a cause, product, or service. Here are a few tips from The Fundraising Authority to make the most out of this technology: Promote a specific project or campaign. Have a marketing plan in place.

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Achieve

JUNE 17, 2024

It’s easy to get overwhelmed when considering how to ask your supporters for a donation. And which donors should you even ask to contribute to each of your campaigns and initiatives? 360MatchPro defines multi-channel fundraising as a nonprofit’s efforts to “raise funds through various communication and donation channels.”

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Transforming Donations into Connections: Reward-Based Fundraising Strategies Imagine turning every donation into a bridge, connecting the heart of your cause with the generosity of your supporters. Memorable Experiences : Offer rewards that bring donors closer to your cause.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 26, 2024

Have you ever witnessed the energy in a room soar during a well-executed Fund-a-Need appeal (also known as a Paddle Raise)? We surveyed fundraising professionals to uncover the secrets behind impactful Fund-a-Need campaigns. What is a Fund-a-Need aka Paddle Raise Appeal? Ready to take your Fund-a-Need to the next level?

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Instead of making a splash, they only get a trickle of donations. Look, Giving Tuesday requires planning, like any other fundraising campaign. They all have several things in common that made their campaigns successful and while it’s not rocket science, it’s worth looking at what made each campaign work.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The services and programs your organization delivers are vital, but improper or ineffective fund management is a disservice to your donors and the people and cause you serve. So, how can you be sure that the funds you receive are used most effectively? By learning about and prioritizing nonprofit financial management.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

There is a reservoir of untapped, enthusiastic supporters who want to amplify your cause, which is why considering a peer-to-peer GivingTuesday campaign is a fantastic idea. In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, peer-to-peer campaigns provide a dynamic and effective means of mobilizing passionate advocates to champion your cause.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 14, 2019

Peer-to-peer campaigns and events are such an effective way to extend your fundraising reach that many nonprofits today consider them a key part of the fundraising mix. Here are nine impactful ways you can do to today to improve your next peer-to-peer fundraising campaign or event: 1. How many clicks does it take to sign up or donate?

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sgEngage

JUNE 6, 2024

When evaluating your school’s readiness for a capital campaign, database readiness might not be at the top of the list for your campaign consultants or administration. And for a capital campaign, data-driven decisions depend on you and me, the unsung data nerds operating quietly in the background. Fine-tune your fund setup.

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Qgiv

MAY 17, 2023

Your online donation forms have the potential to boost your fundraising results. But how do you know if your donation form is hurting or helping your chances? We’ve put together this list of 5 ways you can optimize your online donation forms to increase the funds you raise. You can incorporate images in many ways.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 8, 2024

The larger the ask, the more complex the process of landing on the right donation solicitation amount will be. For example, capital campaign gift size evaluation will be much more challenging than determining the appropriate donation solicitation amount for an annual request. Who is soliciting the gift?

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 8 minutes boost Your Fall Fundraising: Leveraging Campaign Management Tools As the crisp autumn air begins to roll in, so does one of the most critical times for nonprofits—fall fundraising season. With year-end giving on the horizon, it’s time to make every campaign count.

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CauseVox

JANUARY 10, 2024

We’re thrilled to announce a revolutionary upgrade in how donors can support your causes—introducing our enhanced Donation Carts. How Donation Carts Work The Donation Cart makes giving fun and interactive, allowing donors to explore, discover, and add your organization’s various causes to their basket.

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