The novel coronavirus outbreak has shuttered businesses, schools, and major events. Given the disruption in daily activities and frequent updates on the rapidly evolving situation, it’s left many people feeling nervous and uncertain. While the coronavirus has hit some parts of the country harder than others, many are doing their due diligence and taking precautions […]

Every fundraiser wishes someone would do their job for them, which is why peer-to-peer fundraising has become so wildly popular: why ask people for money when you can get your supporters to ask their friends? It’s such a simple concept. Alas, as many of us have learned the hard way, choosing the wrong peer-to-peer fundraising […]

People love to give in the hype of a big moment, but once the buzz dies down, your organization may experience the dreaded “donor drop out.” However, to help keep donors around, you’ll want to have donor retention strategies in place. In 2017, the median donor retention rate was only 45.3% for all non-profits. That […]

Is your organization thinking of hosting a charity run to raise funds? A charity run can be very successful in earning donations and raising the profile of your nonprofit.  And while it can sometimes feel like a marathon vs. a sprint, it doesn’t have to be a logistical nightmare either. Choosing a distance and location, […]

For most women, a little black dress is a classic wardrobe staple – great for a day in the office or a night out. For Junior League chapters across the globe, a little black dress is the forefront of a week-long fundraising campaign – the Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI).  Junior Leagues have been around […]

While it used to be a nice to have, digital should now be a part of every organization’s strategy.  Things that used to be done offline, have now all moved online – such as shopping, banking and ordering food.  A lot of our relationships and communities are online as well. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat – connecting […]

An annual report is a standard practice and quite often a legal requirement for nonprofit organizations. But an annual report is so much more than just a financial report. It tells the story of your mission, highlights your achievements, thanks to your donors and builds trust and transparency with your supporters.  It’s a great opportunity […]

Digital fundraising is growing massively. In fact, it’s becoming one of the most popular strategies to raise money.  In the last two years, digital fundraising grew by 24%, of which 65% of traffic was on mobile. While it’s likely that you have a donation page on your website, there’s more digital fundraising ideas that you […]

Hosting a walkathon may not be the proverbial “walk in the park,” but it doesn’t have to be a logistical nightmare either. Finding a location, working with the town to organize event details and exceeding fundraising goals can be challenging, but with the right planning and preparation, your organization can see massive success. Best of […]

Fundraisers spend a lot of time and money recruiting new donors to their nonprofits and charities. At first glance, you can’t deny that focusing some of your efforts on first-time donors is a great (and essential) strategy to bring fresh energy and new dollars to your cause. At the same time, it takes a lot […]