November 7, 2024
How your organization’s statement of activities can inform your fundraising effortsFundraisers don’t necessarily spend time in both their donor database and their organization’s accounting software. But, fundraisers often need to interact with board members, donors, and foundations and be able to provide information or answer their questions about your organization’s finances. For this reason, it’s…
Read ArticleOctober 30, 2024
A subtle but meaningful change for LGL Forms and related developmentsChange to LGL Forms We are in the process of rolling out a change to LGL Forms that will not be noticeable at first glance but will have significant long-term benefits for LGL customers. In brief, we have rewritten much of the code for LGL…
Read ArticleOctober 24, 2024
3 simple ways to streamline your acknowledgments for donor stewardshipDonor stewardship is a crucial part of fundraising, and the most fundamental way to steward your donors is to acknowledge their gift. But when a nonprofit’s staff members are pulled in many directions, or when you're in the midst of processing a high volume of…
Read ArticleOctober 15, 2024
Newly upgraded Integration with QuickBooks OnlineWe’re excited to announce a significant upgrade to the Little Green Light integration with QuickBooks Online. This upgrade will save you even more time, specifically for online transactions via LGL Forms that use Stripe as the payment processor. In this case, information from Stripe’s transfer…
Read ArticleOctober 10, 2024
Is it okay to skip GivingTuesday?If you already have multiple, effective fundraising efforts in the works for the end of the year, you may feel like you only participate in GivingTuesday because you have to. If that’s the case, you’re not the only organization that feels that way. And you’re…
Read ArticleOctober 2, 2024
Free webinar: Event Fundraising in 2024: Raise money, raise awarenessA well-executed event fundraiser accomplishes two critical things for your organization: It raises essential funds, and it raises awareness for your cause. But, are you stumped about which event may be best for your organization, or do you need some fresh ideas to spice up…
Read ArticleSeptember 26, 2024
4 tips to get ready for GivingTuesdayAs GivingTuesday approaches, make sure you’re prepared for this year's online day of giving. 4 suggestions to help you get ready for GivingTuesday Create a payment form Build a simple online payment form that supporters can use to make their GivingTuesday contribution. The form should be…
Read ArticleSeptember 19, 2024
Who’s behind LGL support? So often we hear from customers that when they need help using LGL, they want to be able to interact with a real person. We get it! When we struggle to resolve an issue we’re having, we want our questions answered by an expert,…
Read ArticleSeptember 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 22, 2024
First look at LGL’s upgraded integration with QuickBooks OnlineWe are almost ready to launch a significant upgrade to the integration between Little Green Light and QuickBooks Online. This upgrade will be a big time saver for LGL Forms customers who use Stripe as their payment processor. If you are interested in being among…
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