Going green is a goal many fundraisers are considering as part of a larger effort to turn their nonprofit into a climate-conscious organization. Events offer a multitude of ways to achieve this goal to lower emissions, increase recycling, and support local groups focused on contributing to the effort to be more environmentally responsible. Here are… Read More »
What is the optimal size for a nonprofit board? Is it possible to have too few board members? Or too many? This and other questions are examined periodically by BoardSource in their Leading with Intent study. The 2017 report illustrated some interesting trends in the composition of nonprofit boards. “Goldilocks” Board — Not Too… Read More »
The post-millennial generation has arrived on the scene, and there’s much for nonprofits to learn about “Generation Z” as they follow millennials into the workforce. With a drive toward supporting the global community and a life spent fully enveloped in technology, members of Generation Z or “post-millennials” (those born between 1995-2014) are confident early starters… Read More »
“Tis the season for giving.” Nonprofit organizations count on this old adage to hold true during the holidays as busy people wrap-up their year-end charitable giving. Indeed, the holiday season provides an opportunity for mission-driven organizations to capitalize on the inherently philanthropic, feel-good nature that defines this festive time of year through a local giving… Read More »
How do nonprofit organizations ensure a steady stream of supporters into the future? How can young people be empowered to see philanthropy as an integrated part of their lives? These and other questions galvanized organizations in the 1980’s and 1990’s to start focusing on young people and figure out how to inspire the next generation… Read More »
The first day on the job can easily stir up a case of nerves just when you need to prove yourself most. The details of the job are yet to be discovered, problems are being presented left and right, and employees look expectantly to you for answers to questions you’ve never dealt with before. All… Read More »
Have you ever wondered if there are patterns of philanthropy that are distinct between generations? Giving USA tackled the question if there’s a difference in how women and men give to charity? In its Annual Report on Philanthropy for 2017, offering valuable information on how giving differs. Giving Among Sons and Daughters Addressing gender and giving,… Read More »
We recently hosted a webinar with Renee Jones, International Champion Auctioneer, and Certified Benefit Specialist, on maximizing board power for your next special event. One of Renee’s biggest takeaways from the webinar was creating and sending out a Board Questionnaire for you and your organization to connect on a deeper level of understanding with your… Read More »
If a picture is worth a thousand words just think how much a video could be worth to non-profit event promotion? Video has become a powerful tool in promoting a nonprofit’s next fundraising event. According to a survey conducted by Wordstream, 87% of online marketers are now using video content and 92% of mobile video… Read More »
If you haven’t started your end-of-year campaign efforts, don’t fret—there’s still time. Greater Giving understands the importance of end-of-year giving and we want to help your organization maximize your time and energy when it comes to building a year-end or #GivingTuesday campaign. With our Online Payments tool, you can quickly and easily create a donation… Read More »