March 1, 2021 / by Shay Lessman / Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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[GUEST POST] Online Fundraising Made Easy: Donation Form Best Practices
June 16, 2021 / by Shay Lessman / Fundraising / 0 comments
Giving donors the option to give online with a donation form can provide a significant boost to giving. But if your donors aren’t delighted with your online donation form, chances are you won’t receive many gifts online. Luckily, we’ve got some donation form best practices that make fundraising easy for your nonprofit while making it […]
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3 Signs It’s Time for New Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software
May 21, 2021 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 1 comment
This article was originally posted on NonProfit PRO’s blog. You might have a software platform in place to help you manage your peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and events. But as with many technology purchases, sometimes you get busy and the next thing you know, several years have gone by. You might look up and realize that getting […]
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[GUEST POST] 4 Fundraising Trends for 2021 You Should be Following
May 11, 2021 / by Adam Weinger / Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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Fresh Ideas for Non-Traditional Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaigns and Events
April 28, 2021 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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[GUEST POST] 6 Best Practices To Raise More Through Your Nonprofit’s Donation Form On Your Website
April 21, 2021 / by Candace Cody / Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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6 Steps for Getting Started with a Technology Plan for Your Nonprofit
April 7, 2021 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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3 Things You Should Do After Your Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Campaign or Event
March 18, 2021 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 1 comment
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 […]
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[GUEST POST] Generational Giving: How to Reach Donors of Any Age
March 1, 2021 / by Shay Lessman / Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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5 Tips for Analyzing and Improving Your Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Results
February 24, 2021 / by Mark Becker / Fundraising, Peer-to-Peer Fundraising / 0 comments
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 […]
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[GUEST POST] 3 Ways to Get More Donations Matched with Matching Gift Automation
February 17, 2021 / by Adam Weinger / Fundraising / 0 comments
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, […]
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