February 8, 2023
5 simple ways fundraisers can avoid burnoutBurnout is a common complaint among small shop fundraisers and the idea of being able to avoid it may sometimes seem insurmountable. Nonprofit staff members, especially small shop fundraisers, are often tasked with juggling multiple priorities each day, from writing grant applications to thanking donors…
Read ArticleJanuary 25, 2023
A guide to writing a compelling case for supportWriting a “case statement” (AKA “case for support” or “case”) gets mentioned in many trainings, books, and guides as critical to complete before seeking philanthropic support of your organization’s mission. To help you accomplish this goal, this short piece a) gives a quick overview of…
Read ArticleJanuary 11, 2023
How to make tax preparation more convenient for your donorsYou can make tax preparation more convenient for your donors by sending them annual statements in January. Annual statements provide your donors with a single document that includes all the information they, or their tax preparer, will need. It’s a nice way to provide your donors…
Read ArticleOctober 5, 2022
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; a remittance envelope makes it easy for them to turn that inspiration into action and actually donate to your organization. The reason for this couldn't be simpler: The…
Read ArticleSeptember 6, 2022
Free ebook: Guide to appeals in Little Green Light There are so many components to a successful appeal that it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s why we’ve put together a free ebook that you can use as your guide to managing them in LGL. The Guide to LGL Appeals ebook covers…
Read ArticleJune 28, 2022
How to create an annual report for your volunteersOrganizations focus a lot of effort on conveying gratitude to financial donors. Sometimes the essential and important work of volunteers can appear invisible to other stakeholders. Why not showcase the impact of your volunteers, too? By creating an annual report for your volunteers, you can…
Read ArticleJune 9, 2022
Is it ok to use spreadsheets to track donors?As a new nonprofit organization you may be wondering, "Is it ok to use spreadsheets to track donors?" If you’re working on capacity building for a brand-new nonprofit, you will likely be tempted to track your list of potential donors in an Excel spreadsheet or…
Read ArticleJune 2, 2022
How to plan your way to fundraising successThe concept of a fundraising plan can seem daunting, especially if you’re new to fundraising or you’re fundraising for a small organization. The reality is that having a pre-planned strategy will be an asset to you as you fundraise throughout the year, no matter how…
Read ArticleMay 25, 2022
How to make donor thank you calls an integral part of your processFor many organizations, donor thank you calls fall under the category of “nice to do,” not “have to do.” You may be scrambling to acknowledge gifts, and thank you calls seem impossible to fit in. Yet some organizations have successfully incorporated thank you calls into…
Read ArticleApril 20, 2022
How to effectively retire a beloved non-profit eventThe prospect of retiring an event can feel challenging, especially if it is beloved by the stakeholders of your non-profit. However, sometimes it’s the right choice to make. This post will help you make an informed decision about how to effectively retire an event. For…
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