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4 Key Factors for a Successful Fundraising Event
While each event is unique, successful fundraising usually comes with a few foundational elements. These components can help you plan an engaging event, reach your target audience, solidify relationships with donors and sponsors, and achieve your goals. With some thoughtful planning and these four elements, you can boost your chances of success at your next…
Read MoreNavigating Fundraising Data: How Custom Reporting Can Help
Understanding your fundraising data set is integral to fundraising success. The right reporting helps you measure success and discover trends so that you can improve future campaigns. Being able to see at-a-glance what is working at your events or how an adjusted online form setup is driving increased donations helps you more effectively plan. Out-of-the-box…
Read MoreChoosing Incentives for Your Next Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser
Peer-to-peer fundraising is an excellent way to acquire new donors and increase fundraising. Supporters feel a sense of belonging when they can raise funds for their favorite nonprofit. Your donors are a part of your community, so it’s important to show your appreciation for them. An essential part of any peer-to-peer fundraising idea is incentivizing participants to…
Read MoreMaintaining Nonprofit Compliance with Fundraising Software
As a nonprofit, it is essential to understand the compliance standards that apply to your operation and why they are in place. Ignoring these rules can be detrimental to your organization and how outsiders perceive it. With the help of a high-quality fundraising software solution, your nonprofit can stay organized and ensure every important need…
Read MoreWhy is it Important to Import Fundraising Data into Accounting Software?
Planning nonprofit events and initiatives can be challenging without data. How do you know if your previous campaign worked? How do you improve your next endeavor? Accurate data and insights like fundraising growth, return on investment, cost of acquisition, and financial health are integral components of planning successful fundraising. Integrating your fundraising data into accounting software allows…
Read MoreDon’t Leave Money on the Table — Maximizing Your Budget for Your Fiscal Year-End
Managing your annual budget—and multiple budgets within it—is one of the most crucial components of running a nonprofit organization. Understanding where your funds go and how they come in allows you to make better decisions that benefit your bottom line and streamline your financial close-out once the fiscal year-end comes around. Learn more about what…
Read MoreTop 10 Creative Ideas and Trends to Maximize Donations in 2024
Nonprofit organizations frequently use fundraisers to meet their missions, pay for overhead costs, and improve their overall structure. Different fundraiser types allow community members to get involved and donate money to worthwhile causes. It’s important for nonprofits to stay updated on current fundraising trends. More popular ideas might attract more participants or increase engagement levels.…
Read MoreFall Fundraising Ideas
The autumn months are particularly well-suited for fundraising efforts. As the temperatures get chillier, you can cozy up inside. With a new school year in full swing and the holidays approaching, people may feel more charitable and willing to donate to worthy local causes. You can also pair fall fundraising efforts with Giving Tuesday, an annual…
Read MoreStart Off on the Right Foot: Preparing for 2024
As a nonprofit organization, streamlining your fundraising process is crucial to attracting more donors in 2024 and beyond. Keep reading to learn how to optimize your fundraising strategy and adapt to a constantly changing world. Fundraising Trends for 2024 You can expect many fundraising changes in 2024. These changes are primarily based on the economy,…
Read MoreHow to Create a Giving Tuesday Campaign in One Week
Your ultimate checklist for a quick campaign setup In 2022, donors gave nearly $3 billion on Giving Tuesday. Since Giving Tuesday is already coming up on November 28, your nonprofit organization is likely busy putting in all last-minute efforts to make a successful campaign. Or, you might be struggling to decide what theme to go…
Read MoreWhen & What: Social Media Posts For #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is next month! Do you have your social media strategy planned out? Use the next few weeks to prepare a variety of posts for all your different social media channels including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Focus on the social media platform where your supporters are most active, but don’t neglect the other channels. Aim…
Read More5 Tips to End Your 4th Quarter Strong with Effective Donor Outreach in Year-End Campaigns
The months of November and December are two of the most significant months of the year for nonprofit organizations. As your finance team is preparing for year-end, with prepping reports and making sure your budget is on track, your donor development and fundraising teams are hard at work, too. With significant amounts of giving as…
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