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Don't wait until the last minute to plan Giving Tuesday! It can already feel crowded, with hundreds of nonprofits asking for support at once.

If your last fundraising appeal didn’t bring in quite the results you hoped for, you’re not alone. Even seasoned nonprofits know that inspiring donors to give — and give again — takes more than just a good cause. It takes strategy, storytelling, and timing. Whether you’re preparing your year-end appeal or launching a special campaign, these 10 practical tips  will help you create messages that connect emotionally, build trust, and ultimately raise more money for your mission.

When you give to a nonprofit, you’re not just donating money—you’re placing your trust in that organization

For most nonprofits, the final three months of the year represent the single biggest fundraising opportunity. Research shows that nearly...

Starting and running a new nonprofit can sometimes feel like walking and balancing on a tightrope. Every need feels urgent, every decision seems critical...

If fundraising professionals could do just one thing that would improve the culture of their organization and raise more money, it would...

Their board is considering launching a capital campaign and reached out to me for fundraising guidance. My first question was…Was a feasibility study conducted for your expansion project?

This is such a great question from a customer! The “major” gift breakpoint will be unique to your organization. It may be $500, or it may...

If you work in the nonprofit world, you know it’s more than just a job—it’s a mission, a calling, and sometimes, a daily test of endurance.

Starting a nonprofit feels like planting a seed. You’ve got the vision. You’ve filed the paperwork. And now…

It's Not All About You! There’s a common mistake many organizations make: focusing too much on themselves rather than on their donors.

The Confession:  I was just hired as a development director, and I am tasked with increasing our fundraising by nearly 50% this year.

...successful fundraising lies in mastering the donor cycle.

It’s that time of year again when we all must be ready for tax returns and 990s.

Grant writing and research for grant funders is a time-consuming endeavor. Let us help you navigate the path to grants for your deserving...

As we wrap up 2024, we want you to take a moment to reflect on the year’s achievements and challenges.

Although year-end is at it’s peak, nonprofit organizations need to be equipped with fresh perspectives and renewed energy for the year ahead

In a few years, “Christmas in July” will have a whole new meaning. 

All nonprofit organizations need the support of volunteers. Staff members tend to wear many hats and cannot fulfill all roles at all times.

Capital campaigns are wrought with land mines, whether it’s selecting the right ask amount or balancing and achievable timeline against real