December 10, 2021
Make a plan to retain donors in the year aheadThanks to year-end giving, you probably receive more gifts in December than any other month of the year. As you scramble to enter these year-end gifts into your database and send prompt acknowledgments, don't forget the importance of making a plan to retain those donors…
Read ArticleDecember 7, 2021
How fundraisers can combat writer’s block It’s a feeling every fundraiser knows and dreads. You need to write an appeal letter. It needs to be compelling and inspiring, and also must bring in the money for your organization’s important work. And…you can’t get started. Writer's block has stopped you in your…
Read ArticleNovember 16, 2021
Is your organization ready to host an online auction?Online auctions can be an effective and engaging way to raise money. There are a lot of details and logistics to manage behind the scenes, though. If your organization is thinking about an online auction, consider these 4 questions before you commit to it. What…
Read ArticleNovember 3, 2021
How to make the most of GivingTuesdayGivingTuesday, celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, marks a refreshing change from Black Friday and Cyber Monday. GivingTuesday is about making a difference in our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Many organizations use GivingTuesday to raise additional funds online, but that’s not the only option.…
Read ArticleOctober 19, 2021
How to segment your appeal with a gift pyramidA gift pyramid is a useful tool to help you set realistic goals for your fundraising appeal. Once you’ve set those goals, don’t put your gift pyramid away just yet. You can also use it when you’re ready to start segmenting your appeal. How to use…
Read ArticleOctober 7, 2021
How to include local businesses in your year-end appealAs you’re busy preparing your year-end appeal, keep in mind that it’s worth including local businesses in your solicitation efforts. Here are 5 suggestions that can help you leverage your year-end appeal to build relationships with local businesses. 5 tips for how to include businesses…
Read ArticleSeptember 22, 2021
How to use a gift pyramid to prepare for your year-end appealWhen it comes to planning your year-end appeal, using a gift pyramid can be a handy and effective tool. It takes planning and preparation to launch a successful fundraising appeal. Setting a goal for your appeal is a crucial component, but it’s also important to…
Read ArticleSeptember 9, 2021
4 tips to keep your fundraising documentation currentDocumentation of your fundraising procedures, along with regular review and updating of that documentation, is an integral part of administering a nonprofit development office. Written fundraising procedures are most useful when you create and treat them as an active, living document. But it doesn't have…
Read ArticleAugust 19, 2021
4 do’s and don’t’s for documenting your fundraising proceduresDocumenting your fundraising procedures might seem like a tedious undertaking. But its value to your organization’s mission and future sustainability should not be overlooked. Here are tips for documenting procedures that will be useful and helpful to you, to colleagues, and to future staff down…
Read ArticleAugust 4, 2021
Quick tips for working with in-kind gifts of services for nonprofitsIn-kind gifts are valuable contributions to nonprofits. They may leave you scratching your head when it’s time to send an acknowledgment to the donor, though. In this post, we’ll cover the basics of entering and acknowledging in-kind gifts of services. Recording in-kind gifts of services…
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