May 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…
Read ArticleApril 9, 2024
Do you know when your 990 is due?Do you know when your Form 990 is due? Most federally tax-exempt organizations are required to file this annual tax return with the IRS. You can be prepared and avoid last-minute stress by confirming your deadline and understanding which version you need to file. How…
Read ArticleMarch 28, 2024
What’s holding you back from fundraising success?Is it possible that your fundraising success is being held back by a lack of systems, procedures, or knowledge? While it can be uncomfortable to acknowledge those issues in your work, pinpointing problems can help you prioritize solving them. Consider the following scenarios that can…
Read ArticleMarch 14, 2024
3 ways fundraisers can tackle spring cleaningDuring the first months of the year, you may be so busy catching up from the year-end fundraising season that it’s practically spring before you come up for air. When you do, it’s crucial to take some time to evaluate how things are going. Consider…
Read ArticleFebruary 14, 2024
Two numbers to decrease to raise more moneyFundraisers are focused on increasing numbers: Raise more money through your annual appeal, increase net income from an annual fundraising event, and so on. So you may not be accustomed to trying to decrease numbers. However, by decreasing two key numbers, you may actually increase…
Read ArticleFebruary 1, 2024
How to re-engage lapsed donorsLapsed donors represent great potential for your organization. The fact that they’ve contributed in the past suggests they’ll be inclined to give again, but how can you re-engage them? Here are 4 suggestions that can help re-engage your lapsed donors: Be clear about who your…
Read ArticleJanuary 19, 2024
3 key fundraising operation metrics to trackFundraisers are accustomed to tracking and reporting on progress toward financial goals. But do you track any metrics related to your own work? If you’re looking to get a better sense of your workload and fundraising operations, identify and start tracking some key pieces of…
Read ArticleJanuary 4, 2024
How to engage donors as volunteersLooking for ways to strengthen your donors’ engagement with your nonprofit organization? Consider engaging your donors as volunteers. This not only benefits your organization but also increases your donors’ understanding of what it takes to achieve your mission. Here are three reasons why it’s great…
Read ArticleDecember 14, 2023
Three ways for fundraisers to finish the year strongThere are times toward the end of the calendar year when you may feel like you’re limping to the fundraising finish line. But the work you do in the year's final weeks can ensure not only a strong end to the current year, it can…
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