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January 19, 2023

The Best Charity Golf Outing Games

Golf tournaments are a great way to raise money and give people a good time, so they keep returning for more. In many ways, charity golf…

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October 28, 2022

Data Navigation Tips for Better Fundraising

Fundraising is a goldmine for donor and campaign data. As a nonprofit, you can use…

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October 26, 2022

Cheese Read to Grow: Fundraising and Charcuterie

While charcuterie (/SHärˈko͞odərē/) seems to be on trend lately, charcuterie boards have been around since…

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October 24, 2022

How to Create Capital Campaign Brochures

Now that your nonprofit’s next capital campaign is moving full steam ahead, it’s time to start…

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Benefits of Unrestricted Gifts
October 21, 2022

Benefits of Unrestricted Gifts 

As a nonprofit organization, there’s no doubt that you highly appreciate and value every donation…

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October 19, 2022

Girl Scouts of the USA Receives Largest Single Donation in 100 Years

This article by Emily Rella originally appeared in the Entrepreneur on October 19, 2022. It features…

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October 14, 2022

8 Life Lessons Fundraising Teaches Children

Fundraising is an effective way to unite people of all ages toward a good cause….

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October 12, 2022

Freshen Up Your Fundraisers

Fundraising events shouldn’t feel stale. But, with the planning, budgeting, stewarding, and more—likely with few…

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October 8, 2022

Fundraising Appeal – What We Can Learn From Mid-Term Elections

Fundraising appeal A compelling fundraising appeal is crucial for securing year-end donations. This year, Americans…

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October 6, 2022

Combatting Donor Skepticism 

In nonprofit funding, every donation matters. Unfortunately, donor skepticism can be a significant hurdle for…

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October 3, 2022

5 Ways Asking for Donations Is Just Like Dating

Believe it or not, there are some similarities between raising money and dating.  Nonprofit organizations…

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September 29, 2022

Donor Management for Small Nonprofits

Many elements make a small nonprofit successful, including volunteers and dedication, but donors are one…

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peer to peer
September 23, 2022

How Peer-to-Peer Fundraising can Benefit Your Nonprofit

Peer-to-peer fundraising is a flexible campaign method you can apply to any event or campaign….

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