20 08 0
Grassroots advocacy garners the support from the public that your organization needs to attract the attention of legislators, CEOs, or other decision-makers in your community. However, these campaigns do more than that. They also help your organization further engage your supporters and provide opportunities for them to get involved with your mission. This supporter engagement […]
8 08 0
You may still be enjoying the summer. But now is a good time to start planning ahead for GivingTuesday. There are many considerations when preparing for GivingTuesday, so starting now gives you the runway you need to pull everything together. Here are some tips and resources to get your GivingTuesday planning off to a great […]
7 08 0
FREE Webinar! Wednesday, August 21, 2019 1:00pm – 2:00pm Eastern (noon Central/10:00am Pacific) If you’re using (or considering using) Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT, you won’t want to miss this upcoming webinar. Whether you’re brand new to the product or just need a refresher, this webinar will give you the basics on how to start using […]
25 07 0
Technology can be a tremendous asset for nonprofits. It powers modern communications, fundraising, and marketing, and generally can help a nonprofit team operate more efficiently and effectively. But there can be a darker side to technology. While we may not like to think about it, the potential exists for people (inside or outside the nonprofit) […]
24 07 0
In our latest newsletter, we cover topics including: • keeping your peer-to-peer fundraising donors engaged • how to keep donor data in good shape • upcoming industry events • highlighting some of our new service package offerings Take a look at the July 2019 issue Want to start receiving our quarterly newsletter and monthly blog […]
12 07 0
Nonprofit staffs work hard to conduct the best possible fundraisers. But many organizations get stuck in a rut and their campaigns stagnate. They don’t effectively analyze available data to boost their current and future campaigns. By understanding and using fundraising analytics, your organization can better appeal to your donors and create more effective campaigns. When […]
25 06 1
In many ways, your donor data is your most valuable asset. It drives your donor communications, powers your fundraising efforts, and feeds your reports. Shouldn’t it be complete, accurate, and clean as a whistle? Here are six ideas for keeping your donor data in tip top shape: Think about who needs what data and for […]
12 06 0
In the hit Netflix show, Tidying Up, Marie Kondo (the star and author of the book, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up) shows how clearing out clutter and organizing stuff can bring more peace and joy to our homes. I propose that applying that same spirit of organization to the files in your online fundraising […]
23 05 0
At Cathexis Partners, we write and present a lot on the topic of peer-to-peer fundraising best practices and ways to improve your peer-to-peer fundraising. Much of the focus tends to be on the peer-to-peer fundraising campaign or event itself and how to recruit and empower participants to raise money for your organization. But one area […]
15 05 0
Several recent reports point to continued growth in charitable giving. Consider these two statistics: The Blackbaud 2018 Charitable Giving Report showed that overall charitable giving in the United States increased 1.5 percent on a year-over-year basis. According to a report from the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and consulting firm Marts & […]