Fundraising - Nonprofit Technology

Creating Fundraising Systems for Your Nonprofit

The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

This is a two part article on how to create fundraising systems for your nonprofit. In Part 1, we will talk about what fundraising systems are and why they are important for development. In short, this nonprofit lacked fundraising systems. What are Fundraising Systems? A board fundraising system. And so on….

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11 Holiday Gifts for Nonprofit Marketers & Fundraisers

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Nonprofit marketers and fundraisers spend all year focused on inspiring others to give and the holiday season is a good time to show your appreciation. 1) A Prayer for Grant Funding Candle [$36] Sold by Cognitive Surplus : Perfect for fundraisers and grant writers who have spent hours writing and re-writing grant proposals.

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California Amends Digital Fundraising Regulation

NonProfit PRO

MAY 9, 2024

California recently amended a law regulating digital fundraising platforms. Here are some of the changes nonprofits should look out for.

California

California Digital Fundraising Law

How to Collect Compelling Stories to Use in Your Fundraising Work

The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2022

Storytelling has become a hot topic in non-profit fundraising. There’s a reason for this change: storytelling is extremely important to good fundraising. As fundraisers, we need to be carrying on a constant conversation with our donors. That’s why we need to incorporate stories into our fundraising work.

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The 3 Keys to Future-Proofing Your Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 24, 2023

The future’s looking bright for fundraising, but the rapidly upcoming generational shift has a lot of nonprofits looking to the future. Focusing on the traditional donor profile isn’t going to work going forward — which is why future-proofing your fundraising should be No. 1 on your priority list.

Fundraising

Fundraising Profile Generation Donor

Year-End Fundraising in 2024: What to Expect

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Because nonprofits place great emphasis on year-end campaigns, it’s crucial to understand how year-end fundraising is shaping up this year.

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12 Ways to Use ChatGPT and Other AI Tools for Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 2, 2023

While ChatGPT may be all the buzz, have you considered how it and other artificial intelligence tools could enhance your fundraising efforts ? For nonprofits, it’s proving to be a valuable resource for writing communications, deepening engagement with supporters, and fundraising.

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Tools Fundraising Analytics Analysis

5 Philanthropic Factors to Inform Your Fundraising Strategy

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Here are five that can help guide your fundraising strategy. It’s crucial to stay up to date with trends in philanthropy.

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AI Fundraising vs. Wealth Screening: Which Strategy Wins for Your Organization?

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 18, 2024

By Simon Yost , Founder of Glued Network — an AI fundraising leader who uses software to automatically identify your top donors and AI to find similar new ones. In the evolving fundraising landscape, nonprofits have more tools than ever to engage donors, grow their base, and achieve their missions.

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4 Things Every Nonprofit Should Do to Optimize Fundraising Results

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 3, 2023

Your nonprofit probably spends a great deal of time on fundraising. Let’s look at four effective ways to optimize your fundraising results. So, how can you raise more dollars without adding yet another campaign or event to the calendar?

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3 Accessibility Considerations for Fundraising Events

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Maximize your fundraising results by creating top-notch event experiences. Use these accessibility considerations to guide your planning.

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Year-End Fundraising Marketing Essentials

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Here are some things to keep in mind as you develop your year-end fundraising marketing strategy. In line with campaigns throughout the year, end-of-year marketing campaigns should focus on an organization’s mission and stay true to its branding.

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How to Fundraise During Turbulent Times

NonProfit PRO

DECEMBER 7, 2023

On the final day of Nonprofit POWER in Baltimore, Maryland, Bill Stanczykiewicz, senior assistant dean for external relations at Indiana University’s Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, led the keynote session, “Fundraising in Turbulent Times” to help the nonprofit professionals in the room make sense of data and the wealth effects of charitable giving (..)

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Boost Your Nonprofit Fundraising with Print-on-Demand Merchandise

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In today’s digital world, online fundraising is essential, and merchandise offers a fantastic opportunity to engage your supporters and generate revenue. Success stories Many nonprofits are successfully using print-on-demand merchandise to boost their fundraising efforts.

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Fundraising Sponsor Product Cancer

5 Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2024

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 2, 2023

By Wendy Mercurio , Content & Education Specialist at Qgiv — an online fundraising platform empowering 20,000+ nonprofit fundraisers to raise money for their causes while keeping costs low. December is an important month for nonprofit fundraisers. Fundraisers can receive helpful cues from these intelligent tools.

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How to Use Trial & Error to Find the Right Fundraisers for Your Nonprofit

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Jessica Fox , Content Manager at Eventgroove – a one-stop platform for virtual, hybrid, and in-person events that offers event management, online fundraising, ticketing, and online storefronts for print and digital merchandise. As a fundraiser, you’re up against some tough odds. If it doesn’t, do something else.”

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Download GiveSmart’s 2024 Fundraising Calendar

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Embark on a year-round journey with our 2024 Annual Fundraising Calendar, capturing moments that matter. Each page highlights giving moments, holidays, and fundraising opportunities. Join GiveSmart in turning the pages of year-round success!

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Mastery of the Fundraising Portfolio

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 14, 2024

Fundraising portfolio is based on extensive relationship-building. Here are my tips to successfully master your portfolio.

Fundraising

Fundraising Relationship Build Tips

5 Takeaways From M+R’s Online Fundraising ‘Benchmarks’

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 30, 2024

M+R's annual “Benchmarks” report revealed five key takeaways on nonprofits' digital fundraising strategies.

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Benchmark Fundraising Online Report

The 2024 Fundraising Outlook

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 22, 2024

Download the report to glean insights from 939 fundraising professionals, benchmark your nonprofit's success, see where other nonprofits plan to invest their budget, learn how the nonprofit sector feels about AI, and more.

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Fundraising Benchmark Professional Report

New! Earn 2025 Certificate in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Marketing & Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 17, 2024

AI is not going to replace digital marketers and fundraisers, but when used effectively, AI can help you become a more efficient and successful digital marketer and fundraiser.

Marketing

Marketing Fundraising Digital Skills

The Essential Year-End Fundraising Checklist

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Even if you’re behind on planning your year-end fundraising campaign, you can keep your efforts on track and raise critical funds when it counts the most. Here's a checklist to help you achieve your year-end goals.

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[Recordings] Earn a Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The 2024 Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising program covers the fundamentals of website and email marketing, online fundraising, and social media for nonprofits.

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Marketing Digital Fundraising PDF

Make The Most of P2P Fundraising In 2024

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 10, 2024

Supercharge your peer-to-peer fundraising this year by joining hundreds of nonprofit progressional at P2PForum24 in Philadelphia from February 21 23. Whether you’re a senior leader or staff member, this is the place to learn from experts and your colleagues at other organizations.

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Philadelphia Fundraising Place Learning

Why We Still Miss the Mark With Digital Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For some organizations, digital fundraising efforts are humming along quite nicely. Here are three foundational areas that contribute to the persistent problems related to the failure of establishing strong digital fundraising programs. But for most, this scenario is a distant utopia.

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Digital Fundraising Problem Foundation

A New Way to Engage Advisory Boards in Fundraising Success

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

As part of your fundraising strategy, advisory board members must engage in fundraising. Here's how to make sure they actively participate.

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Fundraising Active Activism Activities

Ultimate Study Guide for School Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JULY 10, 2024

Free Guide to Ultimate Study Guide for School Fundraising Host a successful school fundraising event with tips and tricks from GiveSmart.

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[Recordings] Earn a 2024 Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising

Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 7, 2024

The next series of webinars required to earn a Certificate in Social Media Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good are tentatively scheduled for March 2025, but if you would like to earn the certificate now, you can purchase the notes and recordings from the last series presented in July and August 2024.

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Elevate Fundraising: Corporate Matching Gifts & Donor Acquisition

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 18, 2024

Register Now and join us on Wednesday, January 24th, 2024, for, "Innovate to Elevate: Breakthroughs in Donor Acquisition with Matching Gifts, Personalized Touchpoints, and Advanced Fundraising Strategies." Register today and lead the fundraising revolution! Explore easy strategies for implementing a successful matching gift program.

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4 Insights From Fundraising Effectiveness Project Report’s 2023 Data

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 8, 2024

The Fundraising Effectiveness Project revealed its quarterly fundraising data for 2023. Here are four insights from the report.

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Don’t Believe These 3 Misconceptions That Destroy Fundraising Results

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Direct response fundraising has built up a lot of lore over the years. Let’s take a look at dispelling three of the most pernicious misconceptions that can destroy fundraising results.

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Remove the Noise From Your Fundraising Plans

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals. When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander.

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How to Leverage AI to Enhance Major Gift Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Artificial intelligence is particularly exciting for major gift fundraising. Here's how you can use AI to boost your fundraising success.

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Gift Fundraising Software Giving

How New California Regulations Impact Digital Fundraising for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 27, 2023

A new California law aims to bring more transparency to digital fundraising as a whole. Let’s explore the aspects of the California law, how it impacts social media platforms, the implications for nonprofits that land on a block list and the steps a nonprofit needs to take to avoid non-compliance.

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California Digital Impact Law

5 Fundraising Measurement Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 12, 2024

Here are five things not to do when measuring the performance of your online fundraising and marketing programs.

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Measure Fundraising Marketing Online

Why Your Fundraising Software Isn’t Working for Your Nonprofit

NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Here are five reasons why your fundraising software might not be working for your nonprofit — and what you can do about it.

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Generalizing Your Mission Won’t Help Fundraising

NonProfit PRO

JUNE 7, 2024

To fundraise for your organization effectively, you must be specific in your mission and define your audience to generate the right support.

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Make The Most of P2P Fundraising In 2024

NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 16, 2024

Supercharge your peer-to-peer fundraising this year by joining hundreds of nonprofit professionals at P2PForum24 in Philadelphia from February 21-23. Whether you’re a senior leader or staff member, this is the place to learn from experts and your colleagues at other organizations.

Philadelphia

Philadelphia Fundraising Professional Place

New! 2024 Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising Program Now On-Demand

Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 18, 2024

The next series of webinars required to earn a Certificate in Digital Marketing & Fundraising from Nonprofit Tech for Good starts October 23, 2024, but if you would like to earn the certificate now, you can purchase the notes and recordings from the last series presented in March and April 2024.

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Program Digital Marketing PDF

10 Top Strategies to Grab Your Nonprofit’s Mid-level Fundraising Opportunity

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Are you making the mistake of focusing all of your energy on donor acquisition and major gift fundraising, largely ignoring the fertile middle of your database? This is a big missed opportunity. There’s gold in the mid-level hills, but you won’t find it unless you go digging.

Fundraising

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Why Volunteer Engagement Is Essential to Fulfilling Your Fundraising Potential

NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Here are some reasons volunteers are so important for nonprofits' fundraising goals, and some guidance on what you should consider to get them engaged. Two trends in the nonprofit world suggest we are facing a crisis: the declining number of donors and declining number of volunteers.

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