16 Brilliant Volunteer Appreciation Ideas!
Volunteers are foundational to nonprofit success. Their expertise, time, energy, and effort propel your organization forward and make your mission statement an achievable reality. They do all this and more during their free time because they believe your cause matters. And that’s why volunteer appreciation ideas are essential! In fact, over 70% of volunteers work... READ MORE
Virtual Event Platforms: The Future of Nonprofit Fundraising
Are you tired of traditional fundraising events requiring a lot of planning? Well, as you know, events have gone virtual, in-person, and even hybrid. As a result of technology, nonprofits can now reach a wider audience and raise more funds than ever. With virtual event platforms, you can host exciting and interactive events that don’t... READ MORE
Creating a Nonprofit Monthly Giving Program
One-time donations give your organization an extra boost from time to time, but without a sustainable revenue source, nonprofits can struggle to keep up with costs. This is where monthly giving becomes an essential component to add to your nonprofit’s overall fundraising strategy. These giving programs provide a safety net with a reliable income stream and... READ MORE
Why Inclusion in the Workplace Improves Performance
Inclusion in the workplace refers to creating an environment where every employee feels valued and respected, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or other personal characteristics. This type of environment is critical for the success of an organization. But it’s especially essential for nonprofits. Further, diversity can improve performance, increase employee satisfaction, and foster a... READ MORE
How to Steer Volunteer Work to Advocacy
As a nonprofit leader, you know the value of volunteer work. No one’s got to tell you, but we’ll remind you anyway. Volunteers not only provide a helping hand, but they also foster a sense of community. Of course, that can lead to a greater good for those you serve. But have you ever considered... READ MORE
How to Define Generosity for Your Nonprofit Donors
One of the best ways to support your efforts is to define generosity for your donors. Creating a donor-centered strategy requires trust, clarity, and consistency. You need donors to believe your organization focuses on its success and that you can deliver on your promises. But you want to go beyond just fundraising. You want donors... READ MORE
How Nonprofits Can Use Influencer Marketing
In the age of influencers, it’s essential to recognize that influencers hold a lot of power and sway. If these people direct their audience to a particular cause, that cause can expect attention. So how can you use influencer marketing to raise money for your nonprofit? Our fundraising partners are always looking for more ideas.... READ MORE
How to Host an Animal Advocacy Fundraiser + 4 Powerful Ideas
Dogs, cats, and other animals deserve to live without fear of cruelty, neglect, and other forms of mistreatment. As an animal advocate, shelter volunteer, or other animal welfare organizer, there’s room in your heart for every animal in need. Unfortunately, though, there may not be room in your facility or in your organization’s bank account... READ MORE
Marketing For Nonprofits: Can’t-Miss Trends
Marketing is the only sustainable way to grow a nonprofit. But it isn’t as simple as posting something on social media every day. Our marketing team’s at it again! Our fearless CMO, Kristy, recently produced a free webinar about the trends in marketing for nonprofits. You can watch the full webinar HERE. In the webinar,... READ MORE
How to Create a Nonprofit Monthly Donation Program
Nonprofits need as much help as they can get. So to make things easier, many nonprofits created a monthly donation or recurring giving program. That’s when nonprofits automatically withdraw a certain amount from donors’ bank or credit card accounts monthly. Recurring giving programs help nonprofits cover their administrative costs and keep them from constantly asking... READ MORE
Nonprofit Technology: The Best Tech for Social Good
The reality is that technology must be a core resource for everything your organization does. Nonprofits should always look for new ways to engage with their donors and users. In addition, small nonprofits should seek cheaper technology that can help them with donor acquisition, volunteer recruitment, membership management, and more. In this article, we’ll explore... READ MORE
Awesome Email Marketing Tips for Nonprofits
Email marketing remains a significant part of nonprofit marketing and fundraising. Sure, we all know social media is essential for today’s world. But you can’t discard email marketing anytime soon. That’s why we recently did a free webinar that you could check out right HERE about some of our favorite ideas for email marketing. And... READ MORE