In the nonprofit world, it’s easy to feel like every conversation with donors has to revolve around money. But here’s the thing—building a strong connection with your donors isn’t just about asking for funds. Your donors give money to your organization because they truly care about what you do. So how can you make sure […]

It’s officially 2025! We made it through 2024, and with it the final push for year-end donations. Now is the time to make sure that your organization has donor retention strategies in place to bring those year-end supporters with you into 2025. You might be asking why you need to put a ton of time […]

What’s your plan for 2025? Whether fundraising went as you desired in 2024 or veered off your ideal path, it’s crucial to recalibrate for the upcoming year. The best way to do that is by crafting an annual nonprofit development plan for 2025.  What is an Annual Nonprofit Development Plan?  An annual nonprofit development plan […]

Your fundraising campaign page is more than just a digital placeholder – it’s the heart of your mission online. For nonprofits with limited resources, making the most of this page is critical to driving donations, engaging supporters, and amplifying your cause. But where do you start? With a few strategic tweaks and thoughtful design choices, […]

If you’re a nonprofit fundraiser, you know that setting fundraising goals is both an art and a science. You want goals that are ambitious enough to inspire action but realistic enough to achieve. Striking that balance can feel like walking a tightrope. Sound familiar? For 2025, let’s set goals that are not just numbers on […]

A nonprofit fundraising plan is a road map designed to help you raise the money you need to achieve your goals. It breaks down your organization’s vision into actionable, highly-specific steps for success. It doesn’t matter if you are running a multi-million dollar nonprofit organization or are a small start-up: the key to financial success […]

From school fundraisers to upscale galas, hosting a raffle is unequivocally a great fundraising tool for any nonprofit. While traditional raffles can be lucrative and fun, they can also be a timesuck when it comes to prep. That’s why we want to introduce you to the concept of a 50/50 raffle. What Is A 50/50 […]

Seasoned fundraisers are well aware that fundraising involves a lot more than simply asking for donations. Donor cultivation takes a whole lot of time and resources. A fundraising calendar can help you streamline this process so you can raise more with less effort. Managing your fundraising efforts can be difficult, especially if you are working […]

As the end of the year approaches, the pressure is on to convince potential donors that your nonprofit deserves their attention. You know that email marketing is one of the best ways to reach out to this target audience, but so does every other nonprofit. You’ve probably noticed that the number of emails you receive […]

There’s a chill in the air and everyone’s enjoying their pumpkin spice lattes and hot cocoa. Soon, we’ll spend our days purchasing holiday gifts for loved ones, baking, and gearing up for visits from family and friends. Naturally, our personal to-do lists grow increasingly long as year-end nears. As fundraisers, you’re also in charge of […]