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Most federally tax-exempt organizations are required to file an annual tax return with the Internal Revenue Service called the Form 990. If you’re a development officer for a nonprofit, it’s unlikely that the responsibility for completing the Form 990 falls to you. But, it’s good to know the basics and be prepared to provide […]
I’m one of those people who was instantly smitten when I read Marie Kondo’s book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up, back in 2014. When her show was released on Netflix, I happily binged the series and it renewed my affection for her KonMari method. It also got me thinking that some of her tips […]
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When a donor chooses to provide regular, ongoing support to your organization with a recurring gift, they’re committing to your mission and stating, “Your work matters to me.” You can make your recurring donors feel special and honor their investment in your organization by giving them inside glimpses into the important work they’re helping make […]
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Engaged volunteers can augment your organization’s work and help expand your network of supporters. Use these tips to ensure your nonprofit is doing all it can to set up your volunteers for success. Five tips to set your volunteers up for success: Tip #1:Create job descriptions for your volunteers A clear volunteer job description helps […]
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A lot of planning goes into a fundraising appeal, and it’s worth investing that same level of careful thought once your appeal winds down. You can glean a lot of helpful information from an appeal evaluation, which will guide you on what to repeat and what to change next time around for stronger results. In […]
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Strong gift entry practices are the gateway to a strong fundraising program, and learning and mastering the fundamentals of proper gift entry are essential. No two fundraising programs are alike. One organization might achieve its fundraising goals through an annual gala, a planned giving program, and a robust annual appeal, while another nonprofit might focus […]
I’m always interested in what various nonprofit organizations are up to and what information they’re sharing in their newsletters. So it was unusual when I started reading a local organization’s newsletter and lost interest on the first page. The story was an explanation of why a particular committee meeting had been cancelled. It detailed office […]
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How well do you know your donors? The more you understand the reasons your existing donors support your organization, the better you’ll be able to steward them and implement strategies to attract new donors. You won’t know unless you ask, and surveys can be an effective way to collect valuable information. Here are some questions […]
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Implementing a gift acceptance policy is essential to protecting the interests of your organization and preserving relationships with donors. Consider this example to understand why. Why you need a gift acceptance policy Imagine you’re the curator of a small art museum whose mission is to preserve and celebrate the work of local artists. A longtime […]
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Fundraisers typically use development dashboards to share fundraising activities and progress toward goals with board members and development committee members. Common information tracked on monthly development dashboards can include donor retention, number of new donors, grant applications submitted and percentage approved, and year-to-date amounts raised through various appeals and events. Why not tweak this tool […]
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