What Are Giving Circles?
A giving circle is a group of individuals who pool their charitable donations and collectively decide how to distribute those [...]
Donor Cultivation Cycle: Tips for Each Major Stage of Fundraising
A donor cultivation cycle is a systematic process that helps nonprofits build lifelong relationships with their donors through five key [...]
GivingTuesday Email Examples, Subject Lines, and Schedule for Sending
No matter your cause, GivingTuesday is the biggest fundraising event of the year for nonprofits and schools. Planning ahead for [...]
Donation Form Best Practices: Tips to Convert More Donors and Increase Gift Size
Your donation form is where inspiration becomes action. Whether you’re feeding families, protecting wildlife, or funding research, this is the [...]
5 Reasons Text Messaging Should Be in Every Fundraiser’s Toolbox
As fundraising professionals, we know that no single channel can carry the full weight of donor engagement. Success lies in [...]
The Biggest Challenge for Fundraisers: Getting That First Prospect Meeting
If you’re a fundraiser, this might sound familiar: An experienced development team at a mid-sized university foundation is doing everything [...]
How WSU Tech Reignited a Culture of Giving with Their 2024 Employee Donor Campaign
At WSU Tech in Wichita, Kansas, our employees are more than educators and staff—they are champions of student success. Every [...]
Philanthropy Is for the Optimists: How to Build a Shared Sense of Purpose
Be real, but believe. To remain an optimist as a fundraiser, you must be real especially about the challenges of [...]
8 Simple Tactics You Need in Your Fundraising Strategy Toolkit
Nonprofits work tirelessly to make a difference in their communities, and fundraising is often a vital yet challenging part of [...]
How to Properly Run a Fundraising Campaign
Launching a successful fundraising campaign for nonprofits involves a strategic approach and precise execution. It’s not just about enthusiasm. It’s [...]
