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how to organize an angel tree
November 5, 2025

How to Organize an Angel Tree 

As your organization or nonprofit looks for holiday fundraising ideas, creating an angel tree could…

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October 30, 2025

Organizing a Toy Drive 

The holidays are a time of giving, with many people exchanging gifts with their loved…

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October 15, 2025

How to Hold a 50/50 Raffle

As far as fundraising ventures go, the 50/50 raffle stands as a time-tested and efficient…

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September 30, 2025

DAF Day 2025: A Game-Changing Opportunity for Nonprofit Giving

Something brand new is happening in the world of nonprofit fundraising: for the first time…

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September 26, 2025

The Countdown to #GivingTuesday is On! 

While #GivingTuesday and end-of-year appeals might feel far away, the busiest time of the giving…

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August 1, 2025

How Board Members Can Help Fundraise

Whether the business is for-profit or nonprofit, members of its board of directors play a…

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May 22, 2025

Tipping the Scales: Revealing the Impact of Fundraising Platform Tipping on Transparency and Donor Trust

Donor tipping can negatively impact the overall donor experience due to the potential lack of transparency and the overall influence on donation decisions.

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April 1, 2025

70+ Proven Fundraising Event Ideas for Nonprofits

No matter a nonprofit’s yearly fundraising budget, organizations recently shared that events make up nearly…

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March 11, 2025

15 Games for Fundraising Events

Discover creative fundraising game ideas make your next event a success. Engage supporters, foster friendly competition, and raise more.

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February 3, 2025

Exploring Sponsorship Opportunities for Your Fundraising Event

Sponsors are crucial for nonprofit organizations and events. They help you reach new audiences, enrich…

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January 22, 2025

How to Fundraise Effectively During Event Season [Top Tips]

Event season is quickly approaching. Is your fundraising organization prepared?  According to Double the Donation,…

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December 10, 2024

Unlock Fundraising for Associations 

Associations are a core point of connection for professionals, and membership dues fuel things that…

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