September 10, 2024
How to raise more money with effective remittance envelopesRemittance envelopes may be the unsung heroes of a successful appeal. A well-crafted letter inspires your donors, and a remittance envelope makes it easy for them to turn that inspiration into action and actually donate to your organization. And the reason for this couldn't be…
Read ArticleAugust 8, 2024
6 resources to help you prepare for a successful year-end appealWe’ve collected six key resources to help you thoughtfully plan and execute a successful year-end appeal, highlighting some of our previous blog posts and short, free ebooks ready to download now. You can use these six resources to guide your work leading up to your…
Read ArticleJuly 30, 2024
Everything you need to know about corporate matching giftsWhat you need to know about corporate matching gifts In this guest post, Adam Weinger, President of Double the Donation, provides a comprehensive overview of matching gifts and how your nonprofit organization can reap the rewards. Your donors are what keep your organization running. Without…
Read ArticleJuly 25, 2024
3 tips to prepare for your year-end appealAs you get ready for your year-end fundraising push, it’s beneficial to think through, test, and prepare for your appeal in advance. Here are three recommendations to help you prepare for year-end Determine who will receive the appeal Think carefully about who should receive your…
Read ArticleJuly 11, 2024
Time management tips for part-time fundraisersThoughtful time management is important for all fundraisers. For part-time fundraisers, it’s particularly essential. To get some practical tips on how part-time fundraisers can use their limited hours well, I reached out to Sandy Rees of Get Fully Funded. Sandy has a knack for helping fundraisers…
Read ArticleJune 18, 2024
How to give yourself a head start on grant applicationsApplying for grants from private foundations can be an important part of a nonprofit’s annual fundraising plan. That means it’s important to streamline your process so you can dedicate time to writing a strong application rather than spend it tracking down various required materials. Here…
Read ArticleJune 6, 2024
Start your new fiscal year strong with these donor management tipsThe end of a fiscal year is a busy time for fundraisers. But don’t let the end of one fiscal year overshadow the start of a new one. Start your new fiscal year off strong by following these tips. How to use your donor management…
Read ArticleMay 22, 2024
4 elements of a successful membership programUnless your nonprofit organization has a controlling membership, in which the articles of incorporation give members voting authority, membership programs are implemented as a tool for building support of your mission. But building that support requires consistent effort and strategy. Here are four key components…
Read ArticleMay 9, 2024
How to acknowledge gift donations made in honor of someoneAre you confident in your process for acknowledging gifts made in honor of someone? While the process is similar to acknowledging memorial gifts, it’s also important to create thank-you templates specifically for gifts made in honor of someone. There are 2 components to acknowledging gifts…
Read ArticleApril 17, 2024
What to do when you inherit a donor management systemWhen you begin a new job as a fundraiser, there’s a lot to learn about the organization you’re working for. And if your new organization uses a donor management system that you have never used, that can top the list of things that might overwhelm…
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