Focus – The One Thing That Will Ensure You Raise More This Year

Nonprofit leadership often means taking on the world, including attempting to solve every tiny problem along the way. While it may seem like each solution is a step toward reaching your organization’s ultimate mission, this do-it-all approach may actually be hurting your nonprofit. In our world of nonstop communication, where streams of information are coming […]

7 YMCA Fundraising Ideas To Raise Money From Members

Whether it’s for a quality workout, childcare, or swim lessons, YMCAs serve a big purpose for hundreds and thousands of people in communities across the US. But YMCA’s aren’t just a gym. They’re part of an organization focused on “building healthy spirit, mind, and body for all” which can include anything from nutrition classes to […]

Fundraising Letter: How To Write A Compelling Appeal (+ Examples)

It’s a new year and many nonprofit organizations are developing their fundraising and communications plans. While organizations are choosing to emphasize digital communication in their nonprofit marketing strategy, a compelling fundraising letter is still an essential part of your marketing mix. Fundraising letters give you a chance to tell potential donors your story, demonstrate the impact […]

Farra Trompeter On Nonprofit Communication Plans

How To Craft An Effective Year-Round Communications Plan On today’s episode we talk with Farra Trompeter, the VP of Big Duck. During our conversation, we talk about how a year-round communications strategy can improve your fundraising at year-end and practically how do you go about crafting a plan that fits your organization’s goals. Additional resources: […]

How To Host A Silent Auction (& Make It Worth It!)

Imagine yourself on a beach: basking in the sun, not a care in the world, not even about the money you spent to get there. You are at total peace because this vacation was a result of attending your favorite nonprofit’s silent auction where you were the highest bidder on this dream vacation. Every penny […]

PR Strategies: How To Pitch Your Nonprofit’s Fundraising Campaign Story To Local News Stations & Newspapers

In this always-connected world, everyone has a story to tell. Companies and nonprofits alike are constantly vying for media attention, so how can you make sure your nonprofit’s fundraising campaign catches the eye of your local media outlets? Nonprofit marketers should take a targeted approach to public relations, aiming to reach the most relevant group […]

50 Church Fundraising Ideas & How 3 Churches Raised $150,000+

Whether you’re raising funds to build a new church building or to send a youth group on a mission trip, church fundraising is a major undertaking. With all the planning needed to organize your congregation to help you raise funds, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed. We’ve put together this list of church fundraising ideas […]

#17NTC: A Fundraiser’s Guide To Getting The Most Out Of NTC

#17NTC It’s time for the 2017 Nonprofit Technology Conference! On March 23- March 25, professionals across the nonprofit tech sector will gather to learn about the latest developments in tech, build new skills, and meet and network with their peers from across the country and the world. Are you going? A conference like the NTC […]

What Is Social Fundraising? And How Nonprofits Can Use It To Reach New Donors

“Social Fundraising.” “Crowdfunding.” “Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.” There are a lot of terms floating around, but they’re mostly talking about the same thing: an online fundraising effort that relies on leveraging the social networks of your supporters. At CauseVox, we believe this is the future of fundraising. In today’s connected world there is more noise and distractions […]