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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 30, 2018

Behavioral Science is a powerful area of study, and can be a serious tool in the world of nonprofit fundraising. The field observes and analyzes human relationships through behavioral aspects including geography, biology, law, psychiatry, and political science. for Online Fundraising. Ask for a Pledge to Increase Conversions.

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CauseVox

JULY 13, 2021

You’ve probably heard of a donation pledge if you’ve been in fundraising for any amount of time. A donation pledge is when a supporter promises to give a certain amount of money in a set time frame. Why Ask For Donation Pledges? So what is the benefit of a pledge over a donation? Increase Gift Sizes. Not anymore!

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Peer-to-peer fundraising—individuals raising money for a cause with the help of their family and friends—is a fun, easy, and lucrative strategy to attract awareness and generate funds for your cause. Studies have shown that: Peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives average 39% success, compared to 22% for traditional fundraising.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 25, 2013

.” Recently, I had an opportunity to meet Tal Frankurt, CEO of Cloud for Good, where he shared some thoughts about how a well-designed SalesForce database could be an excellent tool for managing, measuring, and tracking relationships with donors. We realized that our relationships with our constituents were constantly evolving.

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CauseVox

JULY 14, 2021

At CauseVox, we feel that the tools you use to fundraise online should do 2 basic things: help you raise more and make your job simpler. In recent years, pledges have fallen out of fashion: it’s not how today’s donors give, and it’s difficult for fundraisers to track and manage fulfillment.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

And that means you have to figure out how to fundraise for your new venture. Should you start a GoFundMe or turn to a Facebook fundraiser? To fully fund your mission, you have to become a fundraiser. First Steps: Learning and Planning As with all big projects, its important to learn all you can about how to fundraise.

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CauseVox

APRIL 25, 2022

Before you know it, summer will be here, and you’ll be knee-deep in preparations for the busy fall fundraising season. Many nonprofits prioritize spring fundraising, making this a busy and lucrative time of the year for fundraisers. A 24-Hour Spring Fundraising Blitz On Social Media.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Begin building meaningful relationships today with the donor group that will sustain your organization’s future by turning their Giving Tuesday gifts into opportunities to support your mission for the long haul. . Celebrate Giving Tuesday with a $5/month pledge to Teeny Rescue Animal Shelter. Give here: yournonprofit.org/givemonthly.

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TechCrunch

JUNE 3, 2022

The fund announced today the formation of the 25 by 25 Pledge , which encourages venture capitalists to commit to investing a quarter of their funds into BIPOC women founders by the year 2025. ” Michel was inspired to start the pledge after realizing his own investments leaned toward Black male founders. .”

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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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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 1, 2020

She helps brands grow engagement and build relationships with their audience. Without in-person events, nonprofits are turning to digital and social media to fundraise and grow their supporter base. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is an organization that has found creative ways to build community and fundraise on social media.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

In the midst of changing technology and trends , one of the best ways to boost awareness for your cause, deepen donor relationships, and increase reach (and proceeds) for your mission is peer-to-peer fundraising. adults have reported fundraising for or giving to a peer-to-peer campaign during the pandemic.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 4, 2022

In this roundup, I compiled the best year-end fundraising advice from several nonprofit consultants in my network. The biggest mistake that nonprofits make at the end of year is not building relationships throughout the year with donors. Share your impact and build that relationship. Relationship + Results = Recurring Revenue.

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Allegiance Group

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Listen now: Gen Z and Social Giving: Unlocking Nonprofit Success Through Social Media and AI They may be young, but Gen Z is dramatically changing the shape of nonprofit fundraising. The Role of Gen Z in Nonprofit Fundraising Gen Z has redefined traditional giving methods. Why does social sharing matter? Sharing drives more donations.

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Classy

JUNE 21, 2021

When it comes to fundraising for your nonprofit, creativity is key. Below, we’ve highlighted five creative angles to consider for your next fundraising campaign, complete with five nonprofit examples to show how these ideas can be brought to life. . Creative Angles to Take on Your Next Campaign. times greater than ticketed events. .

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Allegiance Group

MARCH 6, 2025

Is it wrong to offer membership perks during your pledge drive? Will giving art museum members a keychain and a 10% discount at the gift shop turn all your fundraising into a cold transaction? Relationship fundraising prioritizes a long-term, donor-service-oriented approach to create lasting donor relationships.

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The Modern Nonprofit

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Gala dinners are a classic way for nonprofits to connect with supporters, build relationships, and raise crucial funds. Step 2: Simplify Silent Auction Payments Silent auctions are a staple of gala dinners and a great way to boost your fundraising. That’s where Flipcause LIVE comes in.

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

A very common “go-to” funding idea for small nonprofits is fundraising events. Some fundraising events are huge, drawing attendees and sponsors like moths to a flame. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on. BUT the flip side?

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Neon CRM

MARCH 27, 2025

Many online fundraising platforms including Neon CRM automate this process. Thank-You Messaging and Impact Statements Your online fundraising platform automatically sends receipts to your donors. Combining a thank-you letter with a welcome email series can be a great way to start building a relationship with new supporters!

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Let’s face it: consistent funding is the lifeblood of nonprofit work – without it, we cannot create the impact we want in our communities; and from individual giving to foundation grants and everything in between, there are so many different ways to go about fundraising.

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NTEN

MARCH 18, 2011

Social media fundraising is driven by a combination of relationships and immediacy. The most successful campaigns are reactions to real world events or sparks that move quickly through established networks of human relationships. It's immediate (your birthday is a deadline, after all) and it uses established relationships.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The nonprofit fundraising numbers make a compelling case for a strong end-of-year effort. Tracking the status of your pledges and developing a follow-up method as deadlines approach is key. A remarkable 30% of annual giving occurs in the last three months of the year and 12% of giving occurring in the last three days!

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sgEngage

MARCH 29, 2021

Facebook fundraising can get a bad reputation, especially when organizations fail to see the opportunities to engage and retain a new generation of supporters. However, Facebook fundraising is much more than a helpful boost to your organization’s online donations. When it comes to Facebook Fundraising, we wrote the ultimate guide !

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TechImpact

NOVEMBER 28, 2013

This is what many nonprofit fundraisers and donation campaigners are banking on. Here are a few tips to help you make the most out of your fundraising campaigns this holiday season, as according to Entrepreneur. Build Trust In Donor Relationships. Image courtesy of DoJiggy. The holiday season is meant for giving.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

How multi-year giving agreements impact donor retention According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project , retention hit an all-time low of 42.6%. Savvy fundraisers have always kept donor retention top of mind. However, it’s an increasingly uphill battle to build long-term relationships with donors.

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CauseVox

JULY 18, 2023

As a nonprofit professional, you understand the importance of a well-crafted fundraising development plan. Whether you’re creating a new plan or adapting an existing one to address new trends and unprecedented events – a common occurrence in recent years – it’s important to remember that fundraising plans are dynamic.

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Pamela Grow

JUNE 14, 2023

One way to cultivate positive donor relationships that increase retention is to choose fundraising ideas and donation methods that engage your audience. Defining Pledges and Donations When it comes to types of donations, there can be some overlap between the various categories.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 30, 2023

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. This is what establishes trust , which is the foundation of any sustainable relationship. As with all individual donors, you want to engage with them repeatedly throughout the year to build a relationship that will inspire their loyalty.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 5, 2021

What are the best #GivingTuesday fundraising ideas to make you stand out in 2021? It’s no secret that you have the opportunity to capitalize on the momentum #GivingTuesday to fundraise for your nonprofit: the challenge is what #GivingTuesday ideas and best practices will help your nonprofit capture attention?

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Nimble AMS

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising is quickly becoming a go-to strategy for nonprofits to reach their fundraising goals. YouGov found that peer-to-peer fundraising is currently the number one tactic that prompts donors to give to a cause. What is peer-to-peer fundraising? Another perk of peer-to-peer fundraising?

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sgEngage

MARCH 22, 2023

Charitable giving is essential to your nonprofit, but fundraising can be one of your most daunting tasks. With donations and goodwill on the upswing, it is critical to understand how to fundraise for a nonprofit. Every organization has unique goals and methods, but all fundraisers for nonprofits use common terminology.

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CauseVox

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Autumn definitely means “go time” in the life of a fundraiser, often because it signals the start of year-end , a period of time you may get upwards of 60% or more of your annual donations. Even if you don’t follow a definitive fundraising calendar , it’s still vital to come up with a year-end fundraising plan —and stick to it.

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Qgiv

AUGUST 21, 2024

It’s been a challenging past couple of years for nonprofit fundraising. Plus, the M+R Benchmarks 2024 report highlighted the fact that online fundraising essentially stayed flat in 2023 (declining by 1%). This underscores the importance of having effective fundraising strategies and software solutions to bring those plans to life.

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NTEN

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

The last three months of the year represent a critical time for the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. Charities that have traditionally focused on offline fundraising have also learned in recent years the importance of online giving. Some nonprofits still struggle with developing a successful online fundraising program.

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CauseVox

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

A free fundraising platform takes care of all that for you, so you can focus on what matters most: connecting with donors and raising funds. You can also offer a pledge option , where donors commit to giving a larger amount over time. Using CauseVox to create a donation page for free, Meat Fight offers a pledge option to their donors.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 13, 2023

This is especially true in the case of nonprofit fundraisers. With the average fundraiser’s tenure being a short 18 months combined with an already over-extended team , this complex and prevalent staff retention issue impacts the ability of countless organizations to successfully fuel their mission. Your fundraising team!

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