November 27, 2017 / by Jim Jasper / Fundraising, WordPress / 0 comments
Whether you’re already using WordPress, or you’re considering using WordPress, for your nonprofit’s website, it’s important to understand how to evaluate a WordPress theme. The theme defines both the appearance and the functionality of your website, and when you install WordPress a theme is required. Here are a few tips for how to evaluate WordPress […]
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Top Picks for Fundraisers at 2018 AFP International and NTC Conferences in the Big Easy
March 20, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Events, Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
It seems like the Big Easy will be the center of the nonprofit universe this April with both AFP International Fundraising Conference and the Nonprofit Technology Conference (NTC) in New Orleans. I won’t miss out on any of the fun: Cathexis Partners will be sponsoring and exhibiting at the events (booth #541 at NTC, and […]
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Tips for Writing Effective Email Communications for Your Nonprofit
March 8, 2018 / by Daniella Dowiak / Fundraising / 0 comments
Not every nonprofit organization is lucky enough to have dedicated writers to create and edit email communications. If your organization is like many, you’re on your own when it comes to writing, and you may find yourself struggling to create emails that engage constituents and move them to donate or take some other action. […]
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FREE WEBINAR: TeamRaiser™ Tactics that Work
March 7, 2018 / by Jon Reich / Events, Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
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Why Peer-to-Peer Fundraising is on My Mind
February 21, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
I’m often thinking about peer-to-peer fundraising. That’s not too surprising, given my role leading a team that helps nonprofits use technology to raise funds and engage with constituents. But, it’s been on my mind even more than usual lately. I recently did a podcast on peer-to-peer fundraising with Successful Nonprofits. In the podcast, I had […]
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[GUEST POST] TeamRaiser Tactics That Work for Our Nonprofit
February 7, 2018 / by Karen Cincotti / Blackbaud, Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
I often read articles on how to engage participants and improve peer-to-peer (p2p) fundraising results, and I come across a lot of great high-level tips — many of which we’re already doing at Roswell Park Alliance Foundation. But, as the one in charge of implementing ideas online, I wish there were more articles on how […]
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Creative Approaches to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
January 25, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 2 comments
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about creative approaches to peer-to-peer fundraising (and likely not the last). I typically try not to repeat subjects often, but I was recently asked by the Direct Marketing Association of Washington (aka DMAW) to present the webinar Beyond the Event: Creative Approaches to Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, and we continue […]
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The Info You Actually Need on Nonprofit Tech and Online Fundraising
January 11, 2018 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
Last month, we sent a survey to our blog readers and others who have opted in to receive our content. Our goal was simple: as part of our commitment to serving the nonprofit sector, we want to make sure we’re providing content that you ACTUALLY NEED, not just providing what we THINK you need. We […]
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Nonprofit Tech Trends to Watch in 2018
December 12, 2017 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising / 0 comments
I’m not going to make sweeping predictions about nonprofit technology for the upcoming year. (You can thank me later.) But, I do think it’s important to keep an eye on tech trends that may be worth trying for your own nonprofit’s online campaigns in 2018. That said, here’s my take on some nonprofit tech trends […]
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How to Evaluate WordPress Themes for Your Nonprofit’s Website
November 27, 2017 / by Jim Jasper / Fundraising, WordPress / 0 comments
Whether you’re already using WordPress, or you’re considering using WordPress, for your nonprofit’s website, it’s important to understand how to evaluate a WordPress theme. The theme defines both the appearance and the functionality of your website, and when you install WordPress a theme is required. Here are a few tips for how to evaluate WordPress […]
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[GUEST POST] 5 Nonprofit Web Design Tips for Online Fundraising Success
November 7, 2017 / by Carl Diesing / Fundraising / 6 comments
Your nonprofit’s website is oftentimes the face of your organization. Typically the first place a potential supporter will go to learn more about your mission, your site can educate your community, showcase the work you’re doing, and inspire visitors to contribute to your nonprofit to further your cause. If you’re thinking of giving your nonprofit […]
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