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! Donors Have Money Left in their Philanthropic Budget.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

AUGUST 16, 2018

Non-profits aren’t immune to the changes driven by new technology. As we slide toward the end of 2018, there are five broader digital trends that we see affecting non-profits next year. The benefits of recurring gifts are obvious—more predictability in funds and the ability to plan operations. Make the “ask” personal.

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

In this post, I want to talk about the strategy behind raising more money during the final 4-6 weeks of the year. So… what do you need to know to supercharge year-end giving at your non-profit? The final 4-6 six weeks of the year is a great time for all of the seeds you have planted during the year to bloom with year-end gifts.

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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. For other folks, the end of the year is simply a time of gift giving, including giving gifts to charity.

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NetWits

MAY 17, 2011

With the continued growth of Internet usage, the rise of social media, and the smart phone revolution it’s likely that social fundraising will continue to play a significant roll for non-profit organizations (or start to play a growing roll for those organizations who don’t already participate in this type of fundraising).

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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. Your case for support does just that – it tells your organization’s story in a way that leads to more gifts for your non-profit.

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NetWits

JANUARY 11, 2011

This is a very good sign for the non-profit world. Well, because the non-profit sector is built on human connectedness, relationships, passion and the desire to create positive change in the world. The big differentiator for Crowdrise is the built in community that encourages people to raise money and awareness while earning points.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Overhead to program expense ratio Having money left over to reinvest at the end of the year Programmatic statistics related to mission impact As with many multiple-choice tests, there is only one answer here that makes sense: programmatic statistics related to mission impact.

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NetWits

DECEMBER 10, 2010

Optimizing your online giving pages should be at the top of your priority list (as far as online goals go), that is, if you’re a non-profit and you’ve got a website. It’s a shame because these pages are critical to a non-profits online success – all the action happens on them. If 1% give a gift then you’ve converted 7.5

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The Fundraising Authority

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

As development professionals, volunteers, and board members, we spend a lot of time searching for new prospects … trying to find new individuals, companies and foundations who might respond to our message, who we can cultivate, and who, over time, might make a significant gift to help us continue our work. How Can Good PR Help Me Raise Money?

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The Fundraising Authority

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Everyone at this nonprofit was constantly wringing their hands about raising money. They never had the money they needed, and they were never quite sure where it would come from. To borrow a phrase from the for-profit world, for each system you are designing you will want to create a “franchise model.”

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sgEngage

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Statement of Activities The Statement of Activities , similar to the for-profit income statement, details a nonprofit’s revenue sources and expenses. This document subtracts total expenses from total revenue to let you know if your organization is bringing in more money than it is spending.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JUNE 4, 2022

Live auctions are an old staple of fundraising events, but technology has made them even better — and even more profitable. This is preferable for many people since they can donate in smaller quantities each time rather than parting with a significant sum of money upfront. 9) Gift fundraising. 5) Silent auctions.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 10, 2020

A tactical calendar, as its name suggests, is simply a calendar that shows when your non-profit will employ each of the fundraising tactics it is planning to use in a given year. The tactical calendar for your non-profit will almost certainly vary from this example. November – Begin yearly annual fund calls. Don’t Ask Too Rarely.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Understanding your revenue and expenses by your fund segment , at its core, is what distinguishes nonprofit accounting systems from their for-profit counterparts. If all you had to worry about were a single program or revenue stream, it would be relatively easy to manage your nonprofit accounting in a for-profit system.

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The Storytelling Non-profit

APRIL 5, 2022

Stories are an incredible tool for non-profit fundraising. Stories help non-profits illustrate their compelling reasons for giving in a way that makes sense to people who aren’t doing the work day in and day out. Your non-profit has lots of stories to tell and some of those will be your best suited stories for non-profit fundraising.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Today, we’re going to look at a step-by-step plan for increasing year-end giving at your non-profit. Remember, for many non-profits, December 31 st is their biggest day of the year for fundraising… so it’s never too late to get started. Why you are asking donors for money at the year-end? What will you do with the money?

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 4, 2020

It means all of your efforts, research, and cultivation will not be resulting in a gift from this prospect. Part of the cultivation process is weeding out prospects who aren’t really interested in your non-profit enough to make a gift. Get them on your team, doing something with you other than making a financial gift.

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Soon, we’ll spend our days purchasing holiday gifts for loved ones, baking, and gearing up for visits from family and friends. Try these 13 successful, yet underutilized strategies to help you raise more money and create stronger relationships this year-end. Most of the time, you’ve asked for money to create change.

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Fast Company Tech

MARCH 12, 2025

Nearly half (43%) of Americans say they would need to borrow money to pay for an unexpected expense, such as $1,000 bill for an emergency room visit or car repair, according to Bankrates Emergency Savings Report. Rather than treating yourself to a new dress, treat yourself to more money in your emergency fund, Rebell says.

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 24, 2020

that detailed the process of moving new prospects from investigating your non-profit to investing in your mission. Now, like most non-profits, I know about stewarding donors. For far too many non-profits, donor stewardship is an afterthought. The same is true for a non-profit organization. What is Stewarding?

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Candid

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Unlike for-profit boards, nonprofit boards don’t typically pay their members. Some organizations may not want to require a financial commitment so they can recruit members who may not have a lot of money but know the community and issues well. Can we ‘fire’ a board member?

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sgEngage

MAY 14, 2024

You can run a profit and loss statement in your sleep. But you are tired of the for-profit world. From the goal of your organization to how finances are managed, it’s important to understand how for-profit accounting and nonprofit accounting differ so you can help drive success for your new organization.

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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. Furthermore, nonprofits receive different types of revenue than most for-profit businesses. of resources more than profitability,?with How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?

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The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 18, 2020

In Part I of this article , we talked about the importance of your non-profit case for support (also called a “case statement”). We also looked at which non-profits need written case statements and how they are used. 6: Financial Needs – How much money does your organization need to raise? Why do you need to raise it now ? #7:

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Get Fully Funded

MARCH 6, 2023

Other events are smaller, more intimate gatherings where guests are directly asked for money. Both have their place and can be highly profitable. You can raise money with all kinds of fundraising events like parties, galas, sporting events, concerts… and the list goes on and on.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Nonprofit fundraising changed drastically in 2020 with a shift toward virtual galas and a need to raise money online. There’s something really nice about catching up with fellow donors during a luncheon or participating in a fun run to raise money for a nonprofit. Beyond that, in-person fundraisers are appealing social events.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 13, 2022

It’s also the number one reason you’re raising less money than you could. You’re Leaving Money on the Table. I wonder what they did with the money and whether it helped. Being thanked for my previous gift was much more persuasive than receiving multiple emails and direct mail letters. Donor Negative WORDS.

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Allegiance Group

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

How are you using my gift to make a difference?” “You As a nonprofit, you’re called to be a good steward of the money you raise. Next-gen donors also seek instant gratification — they want to come away from your donation site feeling good about their gift. Break down precisely how their gift will be used and who will benefit.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

They’ve tried what they know to raise money, but it just isn’t working. It’s like a money grab because that’s what it’s all about — the money. The way you’re trying to raise money doesn’t work, no matter how hard you try. You started your nonprofit to make a difference, not to raise money. Avoid them!).

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Kindful

JULY 8, 2021

There are much better ways to raise money that are cheaper, require less staff time, and generate more net revenue. . Many organizations ask major donors to sponsor a table when they could be soliciting the donor for a larger major gift instead. How can it be more profitable? . So, why do we do so many events? .

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TechImpact

MARCH 13, 2014

Recency (how recent someone has donated), frequency (how frequent someone donates), and money (how much someone has donated to your nonprofit). Individuals who give inordinately large gifts to other nonprofits, or other nonprofits with similar missions, is always an avenue that can be counted on to provide some donation revenue.

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Allegiance Group

JANUARY 28, 2025

However, a single gift doesnt necessarily imply a deep-seated concern for the issues you aim to solve. Say you run an animal shelter and offer address labels as an incentive for someone to make a first gift. The benefits vary a discount to your local art museum, a branded T-shirt, a gift card.

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Here’s a common question that many small and growing nonprofits ask: How do you get your Board to raise money, especially during the holidays? It’s part of a Board’s basic responsibility to help you raise money. Are you looking for Board members who Give matching money for your Fall appeal? It’s frustrating.

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Greater Giving

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Major Gifts Officer A major gifts officer manages all activities related to major gifts, generally focusing on major gift solicitation and stewarding major donor relationships. Individuals who excel in this role have great communication skills and can leverage your nonprofit’s network to find new donors.

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Blue Avocado

AUGUST 20, 2024

With some help from your friends, you’ve created an attractive website that makes a powerful statement about the good things that you’ll accomplish with any gifts. But then I click on the donation link, stop, and move on without making a monetary gift. As a potential new donor, your solicitation letter appeals to me. What happened?

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