Mashable Tech

MARCH 17, 2025

It's also a great gift for a student. If you're in the market for a budget Chromebook that you can sling into a backpack and take around town, this Asus deal is an opportunity that shouldn't be passed over. Currently, Best Buy is selling the Asus Chromebook CM1402 MediaTek Kompanio 520 4GB RAM 64GB eMMC for only $129, saving you $170.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

That’s why a group of Benetech supporters recently came together to give the gift of reading in honor of our long-time board member Jim Kleckner. First we identified the titles we wanted to add—all requested by Bookshare non-student members, including some of the best science books of 2013 as reported by NPR’s Science Friday show.

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Qgiv

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Donation request letters, whether sent via email or direct mail, are one of the most effective ways to reach donors and solicit gifts. Storytelling connects donors to your mission and introduces them to the people theyll help with their gifts. Sign your name with any contact information and thank your reader for their future gift.

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VentureBeat

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Digital Research Entertainment Arts Media Storytelling) Initiative supported by a gift from Tom Dolan and the Dolan Family Foundation. The initiative is intended to prepare students for dynamic careers in the rapidly growing industry of location-based entertainment (LBE)… Read More

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A matching gift is a great opportunity to leverage a generous donation from one donor, or a group of donors, to bring in even more money from other donors for your nonprofit. Here’s how it works: Let’s say you urgently need to replace six laptop computers for students in your program. Think of it as a matching gift fund.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 24, 2022

You just landed a ten million dollar mega gift for your organization. For those of us who have accomplished this, exhilaration hardly describes all the emotion that comes with raising a multimillion dollar gift from one donor. That may seem obvious, however, there has been some conversations as to whether mega gifts are a good thing.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 12, 2023

According to Nonprofit Pro , “Millennials represent 33 million annual donors, have a $481 annual gift, and contribute to three charities annually.” Still, that’s around 34% less than Generation X and 60% less than Baby Boomers in terms of average annual gift size.

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Media Cause

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

As we approach the season of giving, our team has compiled a list of gifts that give back. This year, if you’re looking for gifts, why not pick a gift that has a little extra meaning and supports a great organization? Starlight Childrens Foundation Starlight Gowns are a perfect gift for a child going into the hospital.

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The Verge

JULY 31, 2020

True, many students will be studying remotely this year as colleges make the difficult decision to close their physical doors in order to avoid spreading COVID-19. But students will still need stuff to make their studies easier and their off-time more fun. Contributors.

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Neon CRM

MARCH 27, 2025

The IRS requires nonprofits to send receipts for any charitable gift over $250, and we all know how critical it is to keep the IRS happy. But donors often expect receipts for gifts of any amount, and keeping them happy is a key part of inspiring them to give again. Then, include a note about the tax deductibility of their gift.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Then — as a first-generation college student — she received her undergraduate and graduate degrees. A High Achiever in Pursuit of Education The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation opens doors for low-income, high-achieving students to access a quality education. She finished high school and decided to go to community college.

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Candid

JANUARY 29, 2025

For example, a strategy focused on high-net-worth individuals requires not only a robust major gifts stewardship and solicitation program, but also engaging board members with connections to wealthy individuals and a commitment to fundraising.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Engaged student and alum supporter: My daughter gets very excited when she hears talk about the university she attended. That’s because her school did a great job of engaging her while she was still a student. Engaged student and alum turned non-supporter: My husband used to be very engaged with his university.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

To secure the support of these crucial donors, your nonprofit needs to build a robust major gifts fundraising strategy. Because major gifts are so large, it requires time and dedication to cultivate and acquire more of these donations. Why are major gifts so important for nonprofits? What is a major gift? billion in 2022.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

You see, the best way to get a corporate gift is through a connection at the company. But there are often strict rules and enrollment periods that can make it difficult to secure the gift. And a gift from a corporation is unlikely to be renewed the following year. Myth #4: Big gifts from rich people will fund my nonprofit!

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CauseVox

DECEMBER 11, 2024

When donors give, they want a meaningful connectionto clearly see where their gift is going and understand the difference it will make. Donors can browse these pages to align their gift with their passions, creating a personal and transparent giving experience.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 11, 2023

Giving your volunteers appreciation gifts is a great way to show gratitude and goes a long way toward creating an environment that your volunteers want to continue being a part of. In this guide, we’ve compiled a list of some top volunteer appreciation gift ideas and why they are beneficial for your organization.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on how to deal with a potential legacy gift that has conditions attached. . Dear Looking for a Way Forward, Whenever a donor approaches you regarding a gift with conditions, you must ask yourself whether the benefit outweighs the cost. — Looking for a Way Forward.

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The Verge

APRIL 7, 2021

So for Mother’s Day this year, it could be a good idea to give mom a gift that will allow her to relax, if only for a few hours. We’ve put together a list of about 30 possible gifts that might give your mom — or you — a short vacation from stress. You can buy gift cards from Hulu and Netflix that can be exchanged for subs.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

A year later, they havent received an update on how their gift helped. Instead of We helped 500 students get access to books, say, Because of you, 500 students now have books. Instead of We helped 500 students get access to books, say, Because of you, 500 students now have books. The emotional bond fades.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

Today’s question comes from a fundraiser who needs advice on how to deal with a potential legacy gift that has conditions attached. . Dear Looking for a Way Forward, Whenever a donor approaches you regarding a gift with conditions, you must ask yourself whether the benefit outweighs the cost. — Looking for a Way Forward.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 13, 2023

Today’s question come from a nonprofit leader who wants advice on how to frame monthly gift asks to minimize accounting complications between restricted and unrestricted gifts: . Put another way, if we ask donors to cover the cost of a learning event to help students gain job skills, with different set amounts per month (e.g.,

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MARCH 8, 2024

Update your donation form and include the opportunity for a donor to leave a note about their gift. What could you tell about a donor who made a gift here? You’d get the idea that they’re interested in nature education and in supporting students, at least—what other details could you glean from their donation?

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Cloud 4 Good

AUGUST 23, 2021

Because of this, they lack a true 360-view of their students, alumni, faculty, staff, and where an individual might be in the campus’s lifecycle. Prospective students have plenty of options when it comes to where to pursue their education. Sometimes, prospective students just need a little nudge to complete their applications.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Julie Ordoñez will outline a proven strategy, messaging and action steps you can implement right away to close major gifts faster, ethically. We’re here to talk about 3 steps to closing over $10,000 gifts by December 31st. It is not too late to raise major gifts this year. Julie: Let’s do it. That’s right.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

NOVEMBER 15, 2013

Today through Friday, November 22nd, you can give disabled veterans the gift of reading via Bookshare by joining Benetech’s Bookshare for Veterans crowdfunding campaign. For those of you who haven’t made a gift yet— the Challenge closes this Friday, November 22nd at 11:59:59am ET and many veterans still need your help.

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The Verge

MAY 14, 2021

Great gift ideas for those graduating into college and adulthood It’s been a hard year for everyone, but it’s been especially grueling for high school seniors. So it stands to reason that this year’s grads deserve some extra-special gifts to make up for it all. Photo illustration by William Joel / The Verge.

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Digital Trends

AUGUST 16, 2021

Student life is loud. Here's a selection of noise-canceling headphones and earbuds that will help your student keep focused at school.

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Mashable Tech

MARCH 25, 2025

The famously stingy Apple Store only doles out free gift cards with the purchase of older MacBooks, and the Microsoft Store's prices are often trounced by its third-party peers. That's in addition to its usual education pricing , which saves students, parents, and faculty $100 on select MacBooks year-round.

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Candid

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Think about setting up a table in the college student center or at an activity fair, partnering with a local company to get its employees involved, or reaching out to a church or synagogue with a strong Gen Z and Millennial presence. Volunteering can bridge that gap as an approachable way for them to begin charitable activities.

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The Next Web

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Brett Kopf is the CEO and co-founder of Remind 101 , a communications solution for teachers, students, and parents. Hindrance or gift is in the eye of the beholder when it comes to a learning disability. When I came up with the idea for Remind101, I was a university student struggling to manage my class load.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

A gift of a much-needed crown was not just the gift of pain relief in that tooth, it was the gift of better overall health, fewer trips to the doctor, fewer missed days of work, more enjoyment of life, and even a longer lifespan.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Classy platform data was showing organizations are “generally holding strong compared to last year, and we are seeing an uptick in big gifts coming online,” according to the spokesperson. “We million in donations from just fewer than 155,000 donors and an average gift size of $143. The average gift size was just less than $145.

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Beneblog: Technology Meets Society

DECEMBER 16, 2014

From people in Latin America who face severe water scarcity to at-risk human rights defenders and students with disabilities, our users and their families are the ones who best convey the impact of our work. Consider third grade student Brennan Draves. Brennan Draves and his mother, Lindsay Draves, at school.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 19, 2022

The bad blood between tech boot camp MyTechBestfriend and many of its former students is anything but finished, according to nearly a dozen people who spoke to TechCrunch. In November, TechCrunch detailed the fallout between Mary Awodele, the founder of the Texas-based MTBF, and her students. The #MyTechFallout continues.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Confirms to the donor that you got their gift. Closes the loop on this gift and prepares them for the next gift. After all, they gave your organization a gift. Thank you for your generous gift to xyz organization.’ A reminder of why their gift is important: Let them know their gift matters.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

This is lovely but led to many competing programs, such as holiday gift baskets, backpacks, clothing, and tutoring, leaving the organization stretched too thin. By expanding services to middle school students, they raised the graduation rate from 40% to over 80% for nearly 3,000 youths, showcasing the impact of audacious goals for nonprofits.

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