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6 Reasons Why People Do Not Donate Money to Charity

Nonprofit Tech for Good

Of those, 1,817 responded that they had not donated money to charity within the last 12 months. Here are six reasons why: 1) 42% responded that they do not give money to charity because they do not have the financial resources. 2) 22% volunteer in lieu of donating money. 3) 17% donate food or goods in lieu of donating money.

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Where the Money Is? — and Why That Matters for Nonprofits

NonProfit PRO

Back in the 1950s, when a reporter asked the notorious Willie Sutton why he robbed banks, he supposedly responded, “That’s where the money is.” Proponents of the business of philanthropy should heed this simple wisdom and cultivate relationships with the wealthiest prospects — those with the most capacity to give.

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Prioritizing Money Builds Fake Donor Relationships

NonProfit PRO

One where we pretend to care, but only if we get the money. But we ignore time because that is how we have set up things. There is a budget to manage. A forecast to make. So, we go for the fake relationship.

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Your Major Gift Work Is Not About the Money

NonProfit PRO

As a major gifts officer, the primary question asked is, essentially, “How’s the money coming in?” The goal you made also set an expectation that a certain amount of money would come in. The finance office needs to know because it can't pay the bills with air. So, it is a fair question.

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How to Save Money With Your Nonprofit’s Software

NonProfit PRO

Whether you’re considering a software purchase, implementing new software, or simply trying to lower costs on the software you already have, there are ways that you can save money. Let’s look at six ways to save money and get more out of your nonprofit’s software.

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How Building Genuine Relationships Helps You Raise Money

NonProfit PRO

Have you ever wondered why some nonprofits seem to raise money again and again while others struggle? Their success is based on relationships and donor-centric philanthropy. Here are some ways that your organization can build and utilize this type of communication.

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8 Easy Things to Do to Raise More Money for Year-End

NonProfit PRO

Here are eight simple efforts that could help your nonprofit raise more money before Dec. You’ve no doubt been working on the big things for year-end. Yet often it’s the little things that count and pack a surprising wallop.

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