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The overhead myth: crash course to fundraising transparency

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The overhead myth is a pervasive challenge for nonprofits, often leading to organizations that are under-funded, unable to make an impact that aligns with their potential, and rapidly losing high-performing employees. To define the overhead myth, we first need to define the term “overhead ratio.” . What is the overhead myth?

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Supporting a Nonprofit Business Plan: A Leader’s Guide to Guiding Your Board

Neon CRM

To make it easier, we’ve organized the components of a nonprofit business plan into three categories based on your responsibilities: Board Support and Guidance Vision and Values Alignment Financial and Resource Planning Executive Summary: A brief overview of the nonprofit’s mission, goals, and strategies.

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Which Fundraising Events Bring in the Most Money for Small Nonprofits?

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A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. So, how do you know which one will be THE ONE that raises big bucks for you? BUT the flip side? Probably not!)

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The Importance of Data Analytics for Fundraising Events

Achieve

Event Activity If your event spans multiple days or weeks, maintaining high interest and keeping it top of mind with your supporters is key to maximizing your fundraising potential. Revisiting your targeting criteria and refining your messaging can help ensure that your content is as relevant as possible to the people you are reaching.

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How to Prevent Donor Fatigue in a Nonprofit

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It usually shows up in one or more ways, like these: Declining donations Lower total amount raised through an appeal Declining open rate on emails Declining click through rate in emails Increased number of lapsed donors Fewer large gifts If you’re tuned in to your donors and how they feel, you may also have a gut sense that something is wrong.

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10 Types of Workplace Giving Programs Nonprofits Should Know

Nonprofits Source

After all, this strategy empowers mission-oriented organizations looking to raise more through mutually beneficial partnerships with for-profit businesses. There are a wide range of workplace giving programs that benefit companies, their employees, and the causes they collectively support.

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Employee Giving Strategies to Boost Year-End Impact

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The Importance of End-of-Year Employee Giving From heightened generosity around the holidays to end-of-year tax considerations and beyond, the so-called “Giving Season” is a golden opportunity for organizations to secure crucial support. A successful year-end fundraising campaign can prepare your team for a well-funded new year.

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