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Golf Tournament Fundraiser Guide
As one of the most popular types of charity events, golf tournaments let participants live out their PGA Championship fantasies — all while giving to a meaningful cause.
These fundraising tips to discover how to use the green to earn a little green for nonprofit goals and causes.
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How appealing is the live appeal?
>> The following data is obtained from this research study << The live appeal: also known as a cash call, donation moment, fund-a-need, hand-raise, and paddle raise. But what about this live appeal is actually...appealing? The answer depends on who you...
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How to create win-win situations for event sponsors
As we welcome the new decade, we also welcome a new set of standards for impressing and building relationships with sponsors. The future of fundraising remains dependent on unifying sponsors with nonprofits to create a consistent event both center stage and behind the scenes.
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FAQ: Year-Round Giving
In December, we hosted a webinar, Year-Round Giving. Due to so many questions, and so little time, here are our responses to the questions that were submitted throughout the Q+A session: What are signature events? How do these differ from annual fundraisers? Annual...
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Charity auction fundraising software
Silent and mobile auction software lets you reimagine fundraising in the modern world — and for the modern donor, one who’s tech-savvy and open to smartphone-based philanthropy such as online bidding for a good cause. See how charity auction software fits into your fundraising strategy with this guide.
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Improving zoo fundraising with software
Supporting zoos is a challenge because of the high levels needed to keep animals happy and safe. Fundraising is a pivotal point in keeping zoos functioning and properly supporting the staff who make the wild experience worth it. Here’s what your zoo fundraising software should support:
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Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
What is this form of social campaigning, who uses it and which causes does it work best for? Let’s break down the details of peer-to-peer fundraising for your nonprofit to embrace, creating a new, engaging fundraising strategy that nurtures online donations for pivotal initiatives — all while growing your following.
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School silent auction item ideas
When you’re planning a school fundraiser there are a variety of school silent auction item ideas that you can implement for very little to no cost. While most of these items work best for schools you can consider modifying them to work for other types of fundraisers as well.
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What donors want: fundraising elements that appeal the most
When you invite guests to your events, you expect that they participate in fundraising. They likely purchased a ticket to attend but what other fundraising elements get donors excited to give? Here is how your organization can engage them:
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Nonprofit end-of-year checklist
As the year comes to a close, many businesses and look at what to finalize before the new year. What should nonprofits do this December?
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