Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In the wake of last weeks news regarding the Office of Management and Budget memorandum instructing federal agencies to temporarily pause all activities related to obligations or disbursement of all Federal financial assistance, many of us are trying to understand the potential impact of a freeze on federal funding on the nonprofit sector.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 9, 2025

What will you do to nurture relationships with the new donors you acquire through the campaign? Remember to be clear about what theyll need to do and what youll provide to help them fundraise effectively. Celebrate milestones, highlight top fundraisers, and emphasize the real-world impact of their generosity.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

In my role as Blackbaud’s vice president of customer success and as a member of the board of directors of the Giving Institute, I have the unique privilege of witnessing firsthand the incredible impact nonprofits have on our communities. It’s about relationships, expertise and shared goals.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 18, 2020

While big donors can have a significant impact on your organization, you should also focus your efforts on small donors. They will only get more generous with age as they earn more disposable income, which is why it’s crucial for you to build relationships with new and existing donors. Why are small donations important?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Charity golf tournaments are a viable option for nonprofits to elevate their reach, forge and strengthen relationships, and raise mission-critical funds. Sponsorships: From building attractive packages to effectively partnering with businesses, learn strategies that help boost your tournaments sponsorship outcomes.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 31, 2025

There are thousands of organizations in the world doing amazing work in your impact area. Here are a few best practices for designing and executing an eligibility quiz, so you can ensure a more efficient and effective application process. Ask if your applicant serves one or more of those impact areas.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 5, 2019

As a beloved cause to many, you can find willing and effective influencers among your own ranks and volunteers. These are people who want to help amplify your message to increase your impact, share their passion, and recruit others to join the cause. . 7 Keys to an Effective Social Media Ambassador Program.

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Pamela Grow

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Its an opportunity to deepen relationships, show gratitude, and keep the conversation going, turning one-time participants into lifelong supporters. In this guide, well explore actionable best practices for crafting an effective follow-up plan that strengthens connections with your supporters and maximizes the long-term impact of your events.

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NonProfit PRO

JUNE 12, 2024

Join us as you hear from the team at NAPCO Research share best practices in crafting an effective impact study. Learn the positive effects impact studies have on funding and donations. You will also benefit from first-hand insight from a non-profit CEO, whose organization recently completed an impact study of its own.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Nonprofits work hard to deliver on their missionsengaging donors, running campaigns, and making an impact. It makes it even easier to connect with additional tools you rely on, creating a best-in-class ecosystem that ensures everything works together to amplify your impact. Better nonprofit CRM integrations change that.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

But there are countless benefits to registering your nonprofit with RoundUp App , including: A custom RoundUp App registration page with your own logo, photo, and impact statement. Highlight the impact that RoundUps can make for your nonprofit. Use language that is mission-focused and impact-oriented.

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.orgSource

DECEMBER 17, 2024

By embracing AI, associations can foster deeper relationships with their members, ensuring higher satisfaction, loyalty, and growth even amid industry disruptions. Implementing AI in Your Association Getting started with AI doesnt require an overhaulbegin with small, impactful steps.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Relationship building takes time, patience, and perspective.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 22, 2020

What I have noticed, however, is that there are seven key traits that are shared by the most effective development professionals… those who are most likely to meet or exceed the goals laid out by their organizations. Every highly effective fundraiser I have ever met used the telephone as a primary fundraising tool. Thanks for posting!

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For nonprofit professionals serving rural communities, building strong donor relationships starts with clear communication about local needs and measurable outcomes. Organizations that articulate these community-specific needs position supporters to make a targeted impact.

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Candid

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Yet, according to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , donor retention rates have been falling since 2020. Nonprofits may need to reimagine their donor engagement strategies to go beyond occasional outreach or standard fundraising appeals and forge relationships that resonate with their values and inspire continued support.

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Candid

JANUARY 7, 2025

Asking donors to rethink the funder-grantee relationship Nonprofits are used to keeping donors at arms length, presenting their successesthe beautiful mosaicwhile concealing the individual tiles that make that successful impact possible. They need to understand the wins and struggles that shape meaningful impact.

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NonProfit Hub

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

5 Effective Donor Retention Strategies for Small Nonprofits Its tempting for small nonprofits to focus heavily on donor acquisition. Therefore, your nonprofit must first master the art of effective donor retention. Talk about their unique impact on your mission based on their history of giving and involvement.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Effective donor stewardship isnt just about saying thank you; its about cultivating meaningful, genuine relationships. Within 48 hours of receiving a donation, send a personalized thank-you letter that acknowledges the donors specific impact. This small but immediate gesture can set the tone for a lasting relationship.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

As a board vice chair who has directed fundraising efforts, here are my top strategies to drive impactful and effective fundraising.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 14, 2025

As a tech leader at a growing social impact organization, you know that migrating to an enterprise-scale constituent relationship management (CRM) system can be a daunting proposition. Result: you have a paucity of data points to analyze so that even the most effective AI tool will struggle to generate the best recommendations.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Here are actionable steps and resources leaders at grantmaking organizations can use to ensure their operations continue smoothly and effectively during such events. Keep Your Organization Operational To effectively support the community during a climate event, it is crucial that your organization remains operational.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 16, 2024

Branding can make or break a nonprofit, yet many organizations struggle to communicate their value effectively. Without clear, concise communication, potential supporters may not grasp the full impact of the nonprofit’s work. Habitat for Humanity effectively shows supporters what’s in it for them.

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Candid

JANUARY 23, 2025

Research shows the impact of prioritizing grassroots engagement and localized impact on nonprofit sustainability. Share regular updates and behind-the-scenes stories to create emotional connections and a tangible sense of impact for your donors. Share stories of impact from donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 24, 2025

This process ideally involves balancing two things: a desire to maximize impact; and the realities of staffing, budget, and circumstantial constraints. Use this as an opportunity to strengthen the relationship and build trust. In the best funder/nonprofit relationships, they will see themselves as true partners and learn alongside you.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Whether you’re planning a gala, auction, or community fundraiser, effective sponsorship strategies can amplify your events success. Here are insights we gathered from other nonprofits on how to create impactful sponsorships that benefit your nonprofit and your sponsors. Start Early for Maximum Impact Timing is everything!

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Similarly, without robust support from funders, many nonprofits would struggle to fulfill their missions and extend their positive impact on communities. According to the Well-being Project , changemakers experience high levels of burnout, stress, depression, chronic illness, and weak personal relationships.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

In the timeline below, we tell you exactly when to send emails designed to cultivate a relationship with your new Giving Tuesday supporters. Subject line: Sofia, keep tabs on the impact of your gift by following us on social media. The most effective times to send emails (in order ) are at 10 AM, 2 PM, 8 PM, and 6 AM.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 16, 2024

Using AI isn’t just a passing trend; it’s essential for nonprofits looking to make a bigger impact. They are moving to more efficient and effective fundraising. It will also help them build better relationships with major donors and their broader donor base. And it leads to more donations and a greater impact.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 21, 2021

As a non-profiteer of many years, I have known donor giving programs to be described via a myriad of terms; sustainment, long-term, continued, recurring – all ways to describe the length of the relationship a donor establishes with a non-profit. And their relationship with Water.org starts in a fairly simple way; by checking a box.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 15, 2025

Sending memorial donation notification letters helps build positive relationships with families and strengthen your memorial giving program. Memorial donation notification letters improve your supporter stewardship efforts by informing families about the impact of memorial gifts. You can show the impact of memorial gifts.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Sponsored by C ollidescope – an online platform that connects influencers, nonprofits, and socially responsible companies to create positive change and amplify impact. In this post, we’ll explore three cost-effective strategies to boost your online visibility. Ever considered Influencer Marketing for your nonprofit?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 31, 2025

The order was quickly challenged in court and the ultimate impact is not yet clear. Its critical to effectively communicate and build relationships with stakeholders during challenging times. As fundraisers (be it individual fundraisers, grant writers, event planners, annual giving, etc.),

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

The curriculum emphasizes emotional self-awareness and intentional self-disclosure as a means to build trusting relationships, grow influence, and resolve conflict. The most effective leaders are self-aware, know their triggers, and balance competence and presence with authentic vulnerability. Avoid venting.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Gaining new donors and maintaining those relationships long term is essential to the success of your nonprofit and its projects. Their attitudes to money Understanding Millennials’ and Zoomers’ relationships with finances can give you insights into how you can engage with them as donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

Keep reading to check out our list of ways your nonprofit can leverage ChatGPT and use AI to enhance donor relationships, optimize communications, and ultimately increase revenue. The tool can draft stewardship emails, create impactful copy for annual reports, and even generate speeches for stewardship events.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 2, 2020

Instagram is all about visual content, meaning you’ll need a new approach to use the site effectively. These posts provide both an emotional connection for the audience and a material demonstration of the impact the nonprofit’s work is having. The platform, however, is different than Facebook or Twitter.

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