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Keep calm and fundraise on: Preparing for every outcome
Small or large, national or local—no matter the size or mission of your nonprofit, you can be prepared for every scenario. We’ve all learned a lot since March 2020, and one of the most important lessons we’ve learned is…
Creating a bright, new future
How Pace Center for Girls found success in a few short months with virtual fundraising In June 2020, Pace Center for Girls adopted GiveSmart as their fundraising management tool in response to needing a digital fundraising solution…
Strengthening your mission through modern fundraising
How having robust, varied solutions supported HOI’s success now and growth in the future Honduras Outreach, Inc. (HOI) works to improve the quality of life of the people in Honduras. They had a real need to both stabilize…
Your Route to Success Fundraising Guide
Resources to help you get to your goals. In this guide, you’ll find a suitcase full of resources that show that no matter if you turn left or right, take the expressway or the road less…
Getting on the Route to Fundraising Success
No matter your chosen route, GiveSmart is here to support you and your team. Travel down the road of fundraising success with us in this month’s webinar, in which we will cover topics including: What…
Alternatives to Golf Fundraising: Bring the FUN to Outdoor Fundraising
Cross your fundraising finish line with these alternatives to golf fundraisers!
Preparing for contactless check-in and seamless donor experiences
Most events “ no matter if they are golf outings, awards dinners, or galas – have limited time outside of the program. Why would you make your guests stand in line and waste some of…
Donor Segmentation: Defining the Segments and Strategies for Communication
What would it mean for your mission if you could retain more donors and increase their engagement? According to the Fundraising Effectiveness Project, the overall donor retention rate is about 43%. Imagine what it could…
YUMMY! Involving Food in your Fundraising
There are so many fun ways you can make your fundraisers all about the food and drink. Your donors and volunteers are ready to gather and celebrate together again. Give them something to remember.
Out in the Wild: Fundraising Campaigns in the Outdoors
Summer is so, so close! That means concerts, picnics, in-person 5ks, and regular golf games are back. As the weather warms up, and people have more flexibility to gather in groups outside, it is important…
Ultimate Silent Auction Study
This Ultimate Silent Auction Study looks at auction data on a national scale and by region. The study points to why some silent auction items perform better than others and how this data can improve your next charity auction.
Building The Plane: Virtual and Hybrid Campaigns in 2021
You don’t have to build the plane while flying it. Last year left many nonprofits scrambling to adapt to a virtual, socially distanced world. As things continue to open up, hybrid fundraising campaigns are trending….











