11 05 0
With 2020 throwing the world of nonprofits a curveball that required readjustment of all kinds, the concept of “planning” fundraising strategies for 2021 seems like an almost impossible feat. Luckily, 2020 wasn’t all curveballs — and we’ve nailed down some trends and patterns that look like they’re here to stay in 2021. Here are our […]
28 04 0
This article was originally posted on NonProfit PRO’s blog. I’ve written on this blog before about creative approaches to peer-to-peer fundraising. The truth is that the nonprofit sector has been innovating with peer-to-peer fundraising for some time now. Many organizations have been expanding their reach beyond traditional run, walk, and ride events. They’ve run (and continue […]
21 04 0
If yours is like most nonprofits, you set up a donation form on your nonprofit’s website several years back, and then promptly forgot about it. As long as you have a way for donors to give online, that’s good enough, right? However, investing the time into optimizing your donation form can make a huge difference […]
7 04 0
When you think about the software technology that supports your nonprofit, it’s important to have a vision for how it all fits together to help your organization succeed. But, how do you approach your technology strategy? Do you have a five-year plan or some other strategic approach? How do you stay on top of the […]
18 03 0
This article was originally posted on NonProfit PRO’s blog. You did it! Your peer-to-peer fundraising campaign or event is over and you’ve analyzed your results. There’s nothing left to do but pat yourself on the back and go home! Right? Not quite. Here are three things you should do to wrap up your peer-to-peer campaign and […]
1 03 0
When you write a fundraising appeal, do you take a one-size-fits-all approach? If so, you could be putting yourself at a disadvantage. Different audiences want different things. If your nonprofit receives donations from people of all ages, shouldn’t you write appeals that fit each generation you’re targeting? Read on to learn how you can reach […]
24 02 0
This article was originally posted on NonProfit PRO’s blog. There’s a lot that goes into pulling off great peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events. One aspect that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves is campaign analysis. There are multiple reasons why taking time to analyze your campaign or event is worthwhile: It helps you track how […]
17 02 0
Looking to boost funds at your organization through an alternative revenue stream? Adding matching gifts to your fundraising strategy can be a great avenue to boost funds without asking donors to reach back into their wallets. While implementing a new fundraising strategy can sometimes create additional strain on resources or time for nonprofit fundraising teams, […]
3 02 0
Your nonprofit might be new and just getting started choosing technology. Or, your organization might have evolved and outgrown its systems. Or maybe, like many nonprofit professionals today, you’ve realized that your nonprofit’s current technology just didn’t hold up under the challenges of 2020, and you need solutions that will help you be more resilient […]
27 01 0
This article was originally posted on NonProfit PRO’s blog. Peer-to-peer fundraising can be an in-person physical event like a walk, ride, or run (remember those?) or a virtual version of those events in which participants walk, ride, or run on their own. It can be a campaign, such as a tribute/memorial campaign or a virtual drive. […]