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March 20, 2025

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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April 2, 2021

5 Incredible Annual Fund Appeal Strategies You Should Try

When it comes to your nonprofit’s different fundraising campaigns, raising money for your annual fund…

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March 30, 2021

How to Engage Your Supporters with Text Messaging (3 Tips From a Nonprofit)

Does sending daily text messages to your audience give you pause? Does it feel like…

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March 24, 2021

Champion fundraisers…and where to find them.

Your champion fundraisers are your top advocates who drive awareness and funding for your mission. Here’s how to get started with a campaign.

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March 23, 2021

7 School Fundraising Ideas

It can be difficult for schools to come up with fun, inspiring fundraising ideas. Or maybe…

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March 20, 2021

5 ideas to boost adoptions at your animal shelter or rescue

In honor of National Puppy Day we wanted to show our support for #adoptdontshop. We…

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March 17, 2021

When is a good time for a vacation or break from fundraising?

The short answer is never. Cool. Article done! See you next time… Okay, I guess…

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March 13, 2021

Setting Non-Monetary Goals For Your Peer-To-Peer Campaign

While your peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns will likely have a monetary goal, it’s important to set…

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March 12, 2021

Virtual Fundraising In 2021

Last year was a big year for virtual fundraising. Nonprofits worldwide expanded their efforts into…

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March 11, 2021

“Clearbrook executive wins networking award”

This article originally appeared in the Daily Herald Business Ledger on March 10, 2021. An…

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March 10, 2021

How to increase recurring donations

Turn more one-time donations into recurring donations. Help secure revenue and make your organization more sustainable and successful.

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March 5, 2021

Increase Fundraising Revenue at Your Next Event…But Don’t Stop There!

Event fundraising is one of the most lucrative avenues for nonprofits because you can connect with…

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February 22, 2021

Keyword Best Practices for Nonprofits

The keyword you select for your communication or fundraising campaign can play a critical role…

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