How do different age groups view philanthropy? How do giving patterns vary across the generations? How is the idea of “giving back” changing as younger generations take their place in… Read More »
Fundraising Ideas, Tips & Strategies
You’re Missing Out on Year-End Campaign Dollars Right Now
Most fundraisers are leaving perfectly good money on the table because they aren’t giving their donors a quick, easy way to donate during the busiest times of the year. I… Read More »
5 Problems to Avoid at Check-Out
Throughout a fundraising event, there are many opportunities to cement an impression that encourages giving and portrays your nonprofit as an effective organization. Don’t let that image slip away at… Read More »
Common Event Committee Roles [INFOGRAPHIC]
Common Event Committee Roles Big fundraising events can be complex, with lots of moving parts and plenty of details to coordinate. Having a clear idea of which roles need to… Read More »
A Deep Dive Into Data Collection
Accurately entered donor information is invaluable to fundraising. It tells you who your contributors are and provide the foundation for all the strategies and tactics that will get you to… Read More »
Raise More by Hiring an Auctioneer
You’ve put quite a bit of effort into planning your fundraising event. You’ve spent a lot of money, too. You may be wondering whether it’s worth it to spend those… Read More »
Guest Anxiety Check: 7 Tips for Reducing Guest Confusion
Event planners are well aware of the anxiety they feel just as the doors open on their event. It comes with the work. But, have you ever thought about the… Read More »
What Kills a Strategic Fundraising Plan?
The perfect fundraising strategy. It’s something that administrators spend months working on until all the right details are in place with the activities, dates, campaign objectives, communication schedules, tactics, and… Read More »
Use Your Annual Event to Create Long-Term Connections
A well-attended, profitable fundraising event takes time to build—sometimes years go by before it generates a significant portion of an organization’s income. A long-term donor relationship also takes time to… Read More »
The Good News and Bad News About Segmenting Donors
Segmenting donors into specific categories is a common practice used by nonprofits as a way to organize, strategize, and economize their funding campaigns. It assists in targeting those specific groups… Read More »