With so many platforms and vendors out there, choosing the right donor database for your nonprofit is no easy feat. But when you consider how crucial your donor database is to the success of your operations, it couldn’t be more important to choose the right one. With the right platform on your side, you’ll be […]
Matching gifts are a fundraising goldmine for nonprofit organizations and educational institutions, yet many organizations are unsure of how to make the most of the most popular type of corporate philanthropy. Many companies and corporations offer these matching gift programs, and the process is actually quite simple. First, the donor makes a contribution. Then they […]
Planning a major fundraiser is exciting, and the potential payout can provide the funding to launch your nonprofit’s mission forward by leaps and bounds. But is your nonprofit ready to run such a large-scale fundraising campaign? To find out, conduct a feasibility study. As the name implies, this study essentially determines whether your fundraiser is […]
It’s 4 o’clock. You run to the vending machine with a dollar and some change in your hand. All you’re hoping for is that little afternoon pick-me-up: a shiny, red bag of Skittles. But when you press A7, the gears turn a little too far, and (gasp) you’ve got two bags of Skittles. You only paid for […]
Author Simon Sinek once said, “When people are financially invested, they want a return. When people are emotionally invested, they want to contribute.” This quote perfectly illustrates how vital it is to engage your employees. By doing so, they will be happier and perform to the best of their abilities. Unfortunately, employee engagement is sometimes an afterthought […]
HURRAH! You’ve done it. Your nonprofit has gotten a donor to see the light and submit a matching gift request. Now what? The most difficult work is done. Your promotional effort has worked. The responsibility is now in the hands of the donor’s employer — at least momentarily. Well, you can sit back and twiddle […]
