Melinda French Gates’ Pivotal Ventures recently launched a $250M open call for organizations supporting women and families in the United States. If your nonprofit is looking to secure a portion of this transformative funding, crafting a thoughtful and impactful application is critical. […]
In an era where digital communication reigns supreme, the relevance of direct mail as a fundraising tool has been hotly debated. Many have predicted its demise, overtaken by the immediacy and convenience of digital channels. Yet, direct mail continues to hold its ground as a powerful and effective fundraising medium, especially when combined with modern strategies that elevate its impact. […]
Without an implementation plan, your organization could be rolling out big changes with no clear direction leading to stressed-out employees and inadequate outcomes. Here are some steps to take before your implementation process. […]
In today’s digital age, nonprofit organizations are constantly seeking innovative solutions to elevate their event management strategies, engage with their community more effectively, and maximize fundraising efforts. StratusLIVE Ignite emerges as a beacon of innovation in this realm, providing a robust platform tailored to meet the unique needs of nonprofits. This blog post delves into the transformative capabilities of StratusLIVE events, illustrating how this dynamic platform can revolutionize your event management and fundraising endeavors. Accompanying this exploration is a comprehensive video that offers a vivid showcase of StratusLIVE Ignite’s functionalities. [...]
The nonprofit overhead debate rages on as organizations and their rating agencies take a closer look at what it means to be an effective nonprofit. In 2013, three major agencies that evaluate and serve the nonprofit industry co-authored an open letter to the American donor. GuideStar, Charity Navigator, and the BBB Giving Alliance wanted to address “the false conception that financial ratios are the sole indicator of nonprofit performance”. […]
Running a nonprofit is difficult enough without keeping track of donors, streamlining fundraising, and managing your donations. Doing all those critical tasks by hand or using generalized software is possible, but it’s not ideal. Instead, choose a nonprofit CRM for your organization. The right nonprofit CRM platform, or customer relationship management software, can offer many advantages, help you run your organization, and maximize your relationships with donors. Today, let’s explore how to choose the right nonprofit CRM for your organization. […]
By embracing a donor engagement strategy that targets the next generation, nonprofit organizations can tap into the personal connections and passions of young donors to drive a new level of participation and support for their cause. […]
Nonprofits are increasingly adopting automation to work smarter and more efficiently. With advanced business automation, cross-collaboration between departments is seamless, freeing up time to focus on strategic initiatives. Fundraising platforms are enabling organizations to streamline their processes and boost productivity. This trend shows no sign of slowing down. Where can business automation be applied at your organization? […]
Free software may cost more than you think. Imagine you’re in the market to buy a car. When doing research, what do you look for? […]
2023 TRENDS TO WATCH FOR IN FUNDRAISING Here are some of the biggest philanthropy trends to watch out for in 2023, along with tips on how to leverage the trends to strengthen your fundraising strategies. […]