How to Organize an Angel Tree 

how to organize an angel tree

As your organization or nonprofit looks for holiday fundraising ideas, creating an angel tree could be an excellent option for giving to the families you serve in your community. An angel tree organizes your donors and other community members to provide holiday gifts for kids or families. This donation method is an excellent way for…

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Organizing a Toy Drive 

The holidays are a time of giving, with many people exchanging gifts with their loved ones worldwide. Still, some families in your community may need help to provide gifts for their kids. A holiday donation drive may be the perfect solution to these families’ needs.   Your nonprofit can spread holiday cheer this year by organizing…

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How to Hold a 50/50 Raffle

how to hold a 50 50

As far as fundraising ventures go, the 50/50 raffle stands as a time-tested and efficient method. From philanthropic events to community projects, this charity drive gives participants a shot at a substantial cash prize, which comes with minimal effort from the administering team. By adopting a methodical outlook, organizers can confidently navigate ticket sales, prize…

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Creative School Silent Auction Item Ideas

Kids learning at school

Planning a silent auction can be a great way to earn money for your school. Whether you’re throwing an event, upgrading a classroom, or adding a new facility, a silent auction can be a fruitful way to start funding. You can choose from many prizes for little to no cost when planning a school fundraiser. While most…

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Diversifying Revenue Streams: Tips from the Experts 

Diversifying Revenue Streams

Looking for impactful ways to increase revenue? With two out of three organizations saying they need more revenue streams than just two years ago to maintain their organization’s mission, it is a topic on many nonprofits’ minds.   We’ve brought together a panel of partners, ready with ideas to help your team tackle increasing revenue efficiently…

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How to Make a Donation in Someone’s Name

How to Make a Donation In Someone's Name

Motivations for giving vary among donors. In the case of tribute and memorial gifts, people want to acknowledge someone special by giving to a nonprofit. Perhaps they want to celebrate or remember a birthday, honor someone’s memory, or respond to a current crisis, natural disaster, or political event.   Consider offering a tribute or memorial gift…

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The Best Charity Golf Outing Games

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Charity golf outings are a popular fundraiser for many nonprofits and associations. With interest in golf increasing by 30% since 2016—bringing the number of participants to 123 million annually—the annual golf outing has become a must-have event for many organizations looking to engage their supporters.  In many ways, charity golf outings are a go-to for…

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How to Avoid Being Ghosted by a Donor

Donor retention

Are you feeling like your donors are swiping left after swiping right? You are not alone.     Recent research from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP) shows that donor retention rates have continued to decline for the fourth consecutive year, with an overall decline of 4.6% in 2024.    High donor retention rates indicate that an organization is…

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6 Questions to Ask If You’re Comparing GiveSmart and OneCause for Your Fundraising 

Since our founding in 2011, GiveSmart by Momentive Software has helped tens of thousands of organizations— nonprofits, schools, and associations—successfully fundraise for their missions. And, we’ve been busy and growing along the way.    We’ve brought five fundraising and donor management solutions together to form one platform that has powered over 31,300 annual campaigns and $8.6+…

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Top 7 Online Fundraising Tips for Giving Tuesday

Top 7 tips for Giving Tuesday

On Tuesday, December 3, nonprofit organizations will come together for one common purpose—to celebrate and encourage giving.    From fundraising to volunteering, #GivingTuesday is a great way to engage your community of supporters and become part of a larger, worldwide movement that promotes generosity. This year, expand your fundraising efforts with online giving, making it even…

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Momentive Software Transforms Nonprofit Business Operations with GiveSmart Fundraising Integration with MIP Fund Accounting 

New integration capabilities break down barriers between fundraising and accounting teams with clear visibility into how donor contributions are fueling mission impact  Momentive Software, formerly Community Brands, now offers the industry’s only connected fundraising and nonprofit accounting solution suite.   Nonprofit organizations can now bridge the gap between fundraising and finance with Momentive’s integrated GiveSmart and…

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