Hear me out. Data cleanup sounds about as exciting as deep cleaning your house, but it actually has the potential to bring your fundraising team closer together. A clean home means a clear head, right? The same is true for a healthy donor database and healthy work relationships. Each role in your organization has a […]
Good news for nonprofits in Canada! The Canadian government is investing $400 million toward pandemic recovery with the newly established Community Service Recovery Fund. Eligible organizations have until February 21, 2023 at 5:00 PM PT to apply, and awards range from $10,000 to $500,000. Here are the requirements, essential details, and tips for strengthening your […]
After 10 years and roughly $500 million raised, AmazonSmile is calling it quits. Amazon has announced that on February 20, 2023, it will discontinue its e-retail service that donates a small portion of proceeds to charity. While some fundraisers may be sad to see it go, many will go looking for a new “shop for […]
Do Mail Merge Fundraising Appeals Still Work? Whether you’re writing an email or an appeal letter, mail merges offer the chance to make a large communication feel like it was intended specifically for each individual reader. While mail merges may feel like old news, they’re still an effective way to add personal touches to large […]
At first blush, donor communications (mailings, emails, etc.) may seem like a rather simple process, but there is quite a bit of thought involved for them to be effective. One of the most essential components of any mailing is the greeting, and this can be fraught with complications. Accordingly, a crucial function of an effective […]
Cracking open a fresh calendar is such a good feeling – nothing but clean space and possibilities for a bright future! Spending an hour or two on mindful planning now can set you up for success in the year to come. Here are five tips to create a roadmap for a successful year of fundraising: […]
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