The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

When small and midsized non-profits are looking for new fundraising ideas, they are usually given ideas that require a lot of work for only a little return. Things like carwashes, rummage sales, and spare change collections can raise money, but often take a ton of work in return for just a few thousand dollars of fundraising profit.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 12, 2021

By Lindsay Johnson, Marketing Team Member at MobileCause , an industry leader in virtual fundraising events and online giving, plus fundraising solutions such as peer-to-peer, text-to-donate and mobile messaging. We can all agree, 2020 was a doozy of a year, bringing indelible changes to the landscape of fundraising.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 5, 2020

It’s almost the year-end giving season, and most non-profits I know are getting ready to reach out to their donors to ask for one more donation before the end of the year. As well they should… a very high percentage of all charitable gifts are made during the year-end fundraising cycle. The Background Behind the Letter.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 31, 2024

I am sure I’m not the only one who raises an eyebrow whenever I have to come up with an answer. The idea that a nonprofit that relies […] The post The business of fundraising: Why nonprofits need profit to thrive in today’s economy appeared first on CharityVillage.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

Last week, we started a three article series on year-end fundraising. In this post, I want to talk about the strategy behind raising more money during the final 4-6 weeks of the year. In our next post , we’ll go over a step-by-step plan for maximizing your year-end fundraising. The 5 Rules for Supercharged Year-End Fundraising.

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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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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 5, 2020

Recently, I’ve encountered a phenomenon among development staffs and non-profit executive directors that seems to effect organizations both large and small. It causes non-profits to raise less money than they could, while expending far more energy and effort than necessary. The Problem. The Solution.

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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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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 3, 2020

The end of the calendar year can (and should) be a bonanza for non-profit organizations looking to raised small and medium-sized gifts to round out their fundraising numbers. Today, we’re presenting some tips for maximizing your non-profit’s revenue from year end appeals. The Basics of Year-End Fundraising.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

non-profits) the following day. But most of the non-profits I work with are small and mid-sized organizations. And it is highly likely that your non-profit should stay away from #GivingTuesday as well. Better to send the fundraising letter before or after election season. The Truth about Social Media Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

By Kevin Santiago , Marketing Director at Paybee – an all-in-one charity fundraising platform that specializes in virtual, hybrid, and in-person fundraising events. Nonprofit fundraising changed drastically in 2020 with a shift toward virtual galas and a need to raise money online.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Press releases and press conferences, letters to the editor, calls into talk radio and interviews with journalists… getting coverage of your non-profit and getting your message out through the press is the essence of good PR. How Can Good PR Help Me Raise Money? There are several ways good PR can help you raise more money: 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 25, 2022

Events are many people’s favorite thing about charity fundraising. They offer a chance to dress up, get together with others, and have a good time — while also raising money for a good cause. A Gala is a well-known charity fundraising event. Why not take some of these ideas and apply them to a fundraising format?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 22, 2024

Paybee’s Annual Bid Masters competition reveals the 54 best benefit auctioneers of 2024, these trailblazers are leading the way in the world of benefit auctioneering and transforming the fundraising landscape. This remarkable journey is a dream come true for Brett, who has always possessed a profound love for helping others.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2020

I like fundraising events. I’ve managed (literally) hundreds of them during my fundraising career, from $500,000 galas to $10,000 hosted events and everything in between. Heck, I’ve even written a handbook on a certain kind of fundraising event. So… I’m not one of those “fundraising events aren’t worth the effort” snobs.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2020

The tactical strategy for your fundraising should not be random, and it shouldn’t be based on a “we’ll figure this out as we go along” mentality. Your best bet to ensure maximum revenue is to lay out a tactical fundraising calendar as part of your overall fundraising plan. Facebook fundraising campaign. Walk-a-thon.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

We all know how important the final 4-6 weeks of the calendar year are for non-profit fundraising. According to Charity Navigator , mid-sized non-profits may see up to 40% of their total yearly contributions come in between the Thanksgiving Holiday (in the US) and the New Year! Let’s get started! They Care about Your Mission.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Every non-profit fundraiser is different. And that’s ok – every non-profit is different, each with their own unique development needs… thus, there’s room for almost every type of fundraiser imaginable. Every highly effective fundraiser I have ever met used the telephone as a primary fundraising tool.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 30, 2020

Charity events are a popular form of fundraising. To help you ensure that your fundraising event is a winner, here are ten major components that you must incorporate into your event plan, regardless of the specific fundraising event ideas you use: 1. Here are a few questions: Is this truly a fundraising event?

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

Far too many non-profit fundraisers approach board fundraising as if they have boards full of movers and shakers who know how to raise money, even when that’s not the case. These fundraisers and non-profit managers get annoyed and frustrated with their boards, which doesn’t help anyone, including the organization itself.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 22, 2020

How serious is your non-profit about your fundraising efforts? Depending on the size of your organization, here are some things to think about: For Small Non-Profits…. If you run a small non-profit organization (many churches and schools also fit this category), how much time, per week, is your staff dedicating to fundraising?

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Blue Fox

AUGUST 17, 2020

Fundraisers certainly have their work cut out for them this year. All of these make for a super challenging fundraising environment. So, what’s a fundraising organization to do? How much more effective could your fundraising team be?” Coronavirus. Unemployment. Business closures. Natural disasters.

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The Fundraising Authority

JANUARY 2, 2021

Like great sales organizations, great development operations need a constant stream of prospects… individuals, companies, and foundations that are, or are likely to be, interested enough in your mission to donate funds to your non-profit. Creating and growing a prospect list is one of the key responsibilities of your fundraising team.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sponsored by GalaBid – a digital fundraising platform that helps thousands of nonprofits raise funds through live and online silent auctions, digital raffles, and donations. Online silent auctions help non-profits raise funds effectively without having to organize a full-scale in-person event.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Many non-profit organizations rely on grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to round out their fundraising efforts. If your non-profit is looking for new grant opportunities, here are six tried-and-true places to find them: #1 – Your Board I always start my grant research with my board.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Your case for support (sometimes called your “case statement,” a term we will use interchangeably in this article) is one of the most important documents you can write for your non-profit. A case for support is one of the most important documents in your non-profit’s fundraising arsenal. What is a Case for Support?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 29, 2022

It was this experience that gave Latham the idea to launch DonateStock , modernizing these transactions making it easier for donors to give and non-profits to receive. “We As DonateStock CEO, Steve Latham notes three main benefits to non-profits in accepting stock donations — and they might be surprising: 1. “If

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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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CauseVox

MARCH 17, 2025

Picture this: a sunny day, a beautifully manicured golf course, and a group of enthusiastic golfers ready to tee offall while raising funds to support your nonprofit’s mission. Whether you run a small community organization or a large nonprofit, hosting a successful golf tournament fundraiser is entirely within your reach.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 15, 2020

As fundraisers, we often focus on planning and tactics: what five things are we going to do to raise $200,000 this year? What’s our social media fundraising plan ? Yet, anyone who has been a successful fundraiser also knows that there are intangibles that matter as much as, if not more than, tactics and overall strategy.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 20, 2022

Nonprofits should look at Web3 as a way to elevate their fundraising and interactions with donors since there is no cost for Web3. . Elevate fundraising tactics to reach a wider audience (AR, Metaverse, etc.). UncommonGood offers simplified fundraising, marketing, and project management software for nonprofits of all sizes.

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

As crowdfunding continues to become an increasingly popular form of fundraising for a wide range of causes, the need for a profitable and easy-to-use platform grows as well. GoFundMe is one of the leading crowdfunding platforms in both the nonprofit and individual fundraising spaces. Raise more. Give better.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 2, 2024

7 Must-Have Members of Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising Team With a dedicated nonprofit fundraising team, you’ll execute more effective strategies, plan impactful events, and attain more funding for your mission. That’s where this guide comes in—we’ll discuss the must-have members of your nonprofit’s fundraising team.

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Candid recently debuted two webinars on nonprofit boards: How to Build Your Board and Your Board and Fundraising (to be offered in 2025.) A diversity of skill sets is another consideration—some members may be good at fundraising or marketing, while others may be well-connected or able to provide specialized services.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

It’s a common misconception that nonprofits don’t focus on financial goals since they’re not generating a profit. In fact, most nonprofits require a minimum level of fundraising each year to reach their mission goals. Furthermore, nonprofits receive different types of revenue than most for-profit businesses.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

We hear from folks all the time who are looking for new fundraising ideas for nonprofits, especially fundraising ideas for a new nonprofit. They’ve tried what they know to raise money, but it just isn’t working. It’s not easy to figure out what works in fundraising when you have little to no experience raising big bucks.

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 28, 2025

Theres one simple truth in fundraising: people will support the things they care most about. At a deeper level, fundraising is transactional: I give you something, and you give me something in return for my charity. By contrast, relationship fundraising is a deeper, more personal connection.

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