Fundraising is definitely not for the faint of heart. With so many nonprofits vying for donor dollars, fundraising- just like sales- can get quite cut-throat. One of the biggest mistakes fundraisers make is projecting this stress into their pitch. Read our complete guide to fundraising campaign planning here to learn all of the must-do steps in […]

There’s a good chance that if you are just in the process of forming a nonprofit, you have yet to apply for 501c3 status. 501(c)(3) refers to the IRS tax code that allows religious, charitable, and educational organizations a federal tax exemption. By becoming a certified 501c3, your organization is not liable to pay federal […]

Nonprofits today rely on more than just traditional fundraising techniques to raise much-needed funds. Technology has truly brought about some fantastic options for fundraising. Yes, bulk mailings, in-person special events, and face-to-face donor cultivation are still important and highly likely to bring in a consistent stream of donations year after year. However, fundraising is not […]

With so many worthy causes out there, determining a specific project and destination for your mission trip isn’t the problem. Instead, it’s footing the bill that can bring up a few more issues. A mission trip is one of those common words that gets thrown around a lot, without a clear understanding of what exactly […]

If you are a nonprofit, you are probably working with minimal resources, time constraints, and a limited reach. You need funds, but the idea of running a traditional giving campaign via bulk mail may seem expensive, time-consuming, and will likely eat up one-too-many work hours. The solution for you just may be peer-to-peer fundraising events. […]

Whether you are perusing CauseVox’s blog because you are a startup nonprofit looking to earn some initial investments, or a large and established nonprofit interested in diversifying your income stream, chances are have probably tossed around the idea of using crowdfunding. Crowdfunding is a great way for organizations of every size, structure, and mission to […]

When it comes to fundraising for your nonprofit, we talk a lot about the use of powerful images to tell your story. Oftentimes, images are capable of evoking emotion even more than the written word. So, including photos with your campaign materials is undoubtedly crucial. However, let’s be honest. Not all of us are expert […]

You’ve decided that you want to reach out to engage current and potential donors for your upcoming campaign via email. Great! Email is a simple and effective way to introduce your cause, encourage donations, and get donors thinking about further engagement with your organization. So, where do you start? You are likely ready to jump […]

United Way, Salvation Army, The American Cancer Society: What do all of these nonprofits have in common? Aside from recognizable brands and worldwide reach, they all use similar techniques to raise funds and stay in the forefront of donor’s minds. The public has a general idea about the vision and budgets of these organizations. You’ll […]