April 22, 2026
How financial documents contribute to your grant applicationFoundations typically request financial documents as part of a nonprofit’s application for grant funding. These materials provide a bigger picture of your organization’s financial planning and health. But how are these documents actually used when assessing your application? I was happy to interview Celeste Arista…
Read ArticleApril 16, 2026
Four great options for Mail and Email you can enable in your LGL accountLittle Green Light has over two dozen settings you can enable in the Settings area, but here we want to highlight four helpful options related to sending mail and email from LGL. Since LGL does not have any fees for add-ons, all of these are…
Read ArticleApril 9, 2026
Three tips to guide your event follow-up strategyMajor fundraising events can generate essential operations revenue, strengthen relationships with major donors, and introduce your mission to new supporters. Planning for these events is often all-consuming, and after months of hard work, you may be itching to return to your normal routine as soon…
Read ArticleMarch 26, 2026
Getting started with matching giftsObtaining matching gifts from employers can boost your fundraising dollars, but for small nonprofits it can be daunting to take on yet another project. In this article we share simple ways to identify matching gift opportunities and steps you can take to collect your first…
Read ArticleMarch 18, 2026
LGL announces official launch of new email builderYou may recall that we introduced an updated email builder in late October 2025 (see this blog post as a reminder). Today we are happy to share that this is now out of beta testing and is the official email sending solution in Little Green…
Read ArticleMarch 12, 2026
It’s not too late to create a fundraising plan for the yearA fundraising plan is one of the most important tools a fundraiser can use to guide their work. But even if you began the new year without a plan in place, there’s still time to create one. We’ve rounded up three resources to help you…
Read ArticleMarch 4, 2026
LGL Pro Tip: Managing and reporting on pledgesDonor management systems like Little Green Light help you track the value each donor brings to your organization. This includes future value by way of pledges. Since pledges represent gifts that you have not received yet, managing them can be confusing—but it doesn’t need to…
Read ArticleFebruary 25, 2026
The importance of reaching out to your lapsed donorsLapsed donors deserve attention from fundraisers. These donors supported your organization in the past, so there’s a good chance they’ll support you again—if you ask them to. Communication is key to recapturing lapsed donors, so review your lapsed donors and make a plan to connect…
Read ArticleFebruary 18, 2026
4 sure-fire ways to get your appeal envelopes openedA well-crafted appeal letter compels people to make a gift to your organization, but the letter can only inspire donations if it is read. That’s why it’s important to consider the impression your envelope makes. Sarah Gnerre of Kirkwood Cultivate recommends imagining your grandparents receiving…
Read ArticleFebruary 12, 2026
LGL Pro Tip: 3 ways to improve donor stewardshipIf working in your donor management software feels like one of many priorities competing for your attention, remember that your data is a valuable resource for nurturing meaningful relationships with your constituents. LGL’s features are designed to help you along the way. Here are 3…
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