NonProfit PRO

MAY 30, 2023

Classy released its sixth annual The State of Modern Philanthropy 2023 report which examines data from 34 million donors. The interactive digital report highlights how nonprofits can leverage the latest technologies to create authentic digital experiences for donors.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

OCTOBER 9, 2020

By Scot Chisholm , CEO and Co-founder of Classy ––a social enterprise that creates world-class online fundraising software for nonprofits, modernizing the giving experience to accelerate social impact around the world. Easily steward attendees, fundraisers, and donors to future engagement opportunities.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 23, 2021

This post on adopting a culture of philanthropy is part six in a six-part series. In part one of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Internalize and externalize an organization-wide culture of philanthropy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 25, 2024

Below, you’ll get a primer to set you up for better fundraising in the future. Automation Tools CRM and Automation Systems Many nonprofits use Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to collect contacts and manage all donor information. If you spread yourself too thin, you might fail to make waves.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 14, 2022

Are you acknowledging those differences in the way you build relationships with these supporters? When time and resources are scarce, it’s easier to send out the same fundraising message to everyone in your community. On the other end of the spectrum, there are nonprofit leaders who neglect philanthropy psychology.

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NonProfit PRO

MAY 28, 2024

When you don’t make it easy for donors to choose to support your charity, they'll choose not to. Here's how to encourage their support.

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Bloomerang

MAY 17, 2021

If you’re a fundraiser bemoaning the lack of your nonprofit’s culture of philanthropy , you don’t get off that easily. . Because you are the one person, or one department, actually charged with living and breathing philanthropy on a daily basis. You are the philanthropy facilitator. . You’re part of the problem.

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Bloomerang

MARCH 27, 2024

With all of this in mind, even if it has never been a targeted approach at your organization, delving deeper into the trove of research we have about Women’s Philanthropy could be an incredible tool for your fundraising success. Change organizational culture to impact the bottom line Know thyself.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Too often, we overlook informal methods of giving—such as mutual aid networks, crowdfunding, or even peer-to-peer fundraising—because they aren’t being tracked in traditional ways. Empowering The Next Generation of Givers and Volunteers I’m especially passionate about engaging young people in philanthropy.

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The NonProfit Times

AUGUST 21, 2024

By Randall Hallett Fundraising is a major component of the job description of most nonprofit chief executives — whether they like it or not. Many of them have never been fundraisers and lack the basic understanding and expertise in dealing with a nonprofit’s most important donors. You should be bold. Share the correct data.

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Bloomerang

MAY 25, 2023

Philanthropy is Fueled by Daily Acts of Heroism As a fundraising trainer and consultant who’s had the privilege of working with hundreds of nonprofit leaders and their supporters, I can strongly make the case that the philanthropic sector is full of heroes. I’ll start with an example that’s very close to my heart: fundraisers.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 20, 2025

Youre not fit to be a fundraiser unless you hear things that frustrate the daylights out of you. It is up to all of us involved in philanthropy to tell their story and explain the indispensable role of unrestricted giving in advancing the missions, objectives, and dreams of our causes. Why are unrestricted gifts beneficial?

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 20, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. We know this from researchers like Penelope Burk (author of Donor-Centered Fundraising ), who found in study after study across the U.S. Fundraising should be on the agenda at every board meeting. Here are other examples of relationship-building action steps.

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sgEngage

MARCH 11, 2024

The social sector and major gift fundraising are no exception. Ultimately, this helps major gift teams focus on what matters most—building relationships with donors and helping their organization make an impact. The Benefits of AI to Major Gift Fundraisers Fundraising is an industry that faces high stress and burnout.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

So, how does a nonprofit fundraiser go about approaching a grantmaker for more funding? Elisha Smith Arrillaga, the Center for Effective Philanthropys vice president of research, writes, however, that more multiyear funding, deeper relationship building, and shifts in mindsets are needed.

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Greater Giving

MAY 9, 2023

Incorporating corporate philanthropy into your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy is a great way to cultivate long-term relationships with companies and increase your organization’s revenue. Here are four strategies to help you incorporate corporate philanthropy into your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Donors are fascinating, unique individuals who consider multiple motivations when deciding how, when and why to be charitable. It is no longer enough to say, “Our donors give because they care about our mission.” It's important to uncover donors’ motivations.

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Take steps to engage with them to build a committed relationship and convert them into lifelong supporters of your cause. But you do have evidence in your fundraising CRM. Regardless of whether they donated before the election or in response to it, don’t treat rage donors as one-and-done. They want to feel heard.

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sgEngage

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Corporate philanthropy is a key component of corporate social responsibility , which is a category of initiatives held by businesses to improve society in some way. For nonprofits, corporate philanthropy means free corporate support for their missions and programming. Corporate Philanthropy Best Practices. Let’s dive in!

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of putting together end-of-year giving campaigns for your nonprofit. Aside from the normal holiday hullabaloo, you’re also busy planning fundraisers and engagement opportunities to round out your organization’s calendar year. Early preparation is key in ensuring a successful campaign.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In the world of philanthropy, the intersection of technology and generosity has ushered in a new era of giving. The transformation in how we support causes close to our hearts is not just a fleeting trend but a fundamental shift toward a more inclusive, efficient, and impactful form of philanthropy. Enhance event fundraising.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. And that question is whether the inclusion of the impact report with the appeal will depress or boost fundraising results. Trying to cut fundraising and marketing expenses too much is a “cut off your nose to spite your face” exercise. Emails don’t last.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 9, 2021

In part one of this series, I outlined my top six fundraising strategies for 2021: . Investing in digital-first fundraising and marketing communications. Mastering personalized, customer-centered philanthropy facilitation, especially mid-level and major donors, to increase your donor lifetime value. Promote bequests.

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Bloomerang

MAY 16, 2023

While many board members give freely and openly of their time and talents, getting board members to engage in fundraising can be challenging. Cultivate a better fundraising experience—for you and your donors. Educate Your Board on What You Need Education is the key to getting board members to fundraise. Get Started Today 1.

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Charity Village

MARCH 13, 2025

Industry experts have reported that in an era of digital connectivity, donors have come to […] The post Donor Engagement Models: Your blueprint for building strong, sustainable nonprofit relationships appeared first on CharityVillage.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

In this article, well help you understand how to make this magic relationship work for you. The Basics of Matching Gifts Employer matching gift programs are a unique form of corporate philanthropy in which companies financially match the donations their employees make to eligible nonprofit causes.

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Saleforce Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

However, many organizations aren’t even sure where to get started, how to benchmark, or how to tie DEI strategies to fundraising success. We need to dispel the myth that generosity exists only in one type of donor — neither race nor economic status impact one’s generosity or interest in philanthropy. – Yolanda F.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2023

The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently published an opinion piece, “ AI Can Help Nonprofits Reach More Donors But Fundraisers Can’t Ignore Potential Pitfalls ,” a topic that Allison Fine and I have been researching and writing about since 2017. Something we call this human-centered approach “co-botting” in our book.

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Bloomerang

MAY 28, 2024

One of my favorite colleagues and co-host of our Eskin Fundraising Training Non-Profit Empowerment webinar series, Rhanda Luna, has been hired as Director of Corporate Giving and Special Events for SAFE, based in Austin, Texas. Rhanda is representative of the enormous movement and flexibility of fundraisers.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2022

We saw countless organizations craft donation experiences that not only sustained a year-plus pandemic but set new standards for fundraising excellence. Discover 5 fundraising trends the social sector should capitalize on in 2022. Five nonprofit fundraising trends to watch in 2022. The future of fundraising.

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Candid

JUNE 23, 2022

Candid and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) released a new report, Philanthropy and COVID-19: Examining giving in 2021 , in May 2022 that details COVID-19-related philanthropic funding in 2021. Brazil’s culture of giving and philanthropy has been growing since the 1980s.

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Bloomerang

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Several years ago, I was attending our local National Philanthropy Day luncheon, and the most striking comments were made by a nine-year-old girl accepting an award for the first time in the youth category. She started by reflecting on the first three letters of the word fundraising — F-U-N. This is a win-win transaction.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 23, 2024

We did the philanthropy architecture for them well in advance as they negotiated the details of the sale. If you have developed a trusting relationship with your donors , these conversations are not awkward; they are simply active, caring listening. Last year, I worked with a family selling their business.

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sgEngage

JUNE 3, 2024

Could AI fundraise better than I can? AI could help you keep the fundraising job you’re worried about losing to AI. What AI Can Do and What It Can’t Before we get into whether AI is going to take over your fundraising job, let’s cover what AI is capable of and what’s beyond its reach. But AI can’t build relationships.

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Bloomerang

MAY 31, 2022

Your nonprofit’s fundraising strategy encompasses more than just earning donations from supporters. That’s why developing a strategic fundraising plan is necessary. We’ll cover: Why you should create a fundraising strategy. 6 elements your fundraising strategy should include. 10 steps to build your fundraising strategy.

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DonorDock

JANUARY 7, 2025

They share their journey from university colleagues to founders of a media ecosystem centered around philanthropy and generosity. Becky and John discuss their unique approach to storytelling, community building, and the importance of shifting from transactional to relationship-focused fundraising.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 14, 2022

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on the best fundraising strategy for new nonprofits. . I’m excited to get a fundraiser going for our organization to further benefit our clients and their missions! .

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