Your volunteers are the heartbeat of your organization. They show up early to set up events, they stay late to clean up, and they dedicate their unique skills to furthering your mission. But what if their impact could go even further? What if every hour they donated also resulted in a monetary contribution to your […]
The scarcest resource for any nonprofit is not always funding; often, it is time. You have the mission and the vision, but you need the hands-on support to execute it. Conversely, for your supporters, the desire to help is frequently overruled by the demands of the 9-to-5 workday. This friction between the need for help […]
Corporate philanthropy is a vast landscape, often dominated by the headline-grabbing numbers of matching gift programs. But for nonprofits looking to diversify their revenue streams and maximize the value of their supporters, there is another avenue that is just as lucrative but frequently overlooked: volunteer grants. Also known as “Dollars for Doers,” these programs turn […]
Volunteers are the lifeblood of the nonprofit sector. From staffing events to mentoring youth and delivering meals, these dedicated individuals provide the essential labor that powers your mission. However, viewing volunteers simply as “free labor” is a strategic mistake that limits your organization’s potential. Just like donors, volunteers move through a lifecycle; a journey that […]
Your nonprofit’s website is more than just a digital brochure; it is your most powerful recruitment tool. While many organizations invest heavily in donation pages, far fewer optimize their web presence for another critical resource: corporate volunteerism. With the rise of corporate social responsibility (CSR), companies are eager to send employee teams to support causes […]
Volunteers are the lifeblood of the nonprofit sector, dedicating their time, energy, and skills to power missions forward. From staffing events to mentoring youth, these supporters provide essential labor that organizations simply could not afford otherwise. However, there is a way to make their impact go even further, transforming their hours of service into direct […]
In my years working alongside fundraising directors, annual giving teams, and volunteer coordinators, I’ve noticed a recurring theme: we all want to know more about our donors. We want to understand what drives them, how they were acquired, and crucially how their employers might be willing to amplify their philanthropy. However, there is a massive […]
Matching gifts are an untapped resource for many nonprofits. They provide an opportunity to maximize fundraising efforts by leveraging corporate dollars, and when done right, they can significantly boost revenue. At the recent Workplace Fundraising + Volunteering Summit, several experts shared their best practices for driving matching gift revenue, offering actionable insights for nonprofits looking to […]
According to the latest Giving USA report, corporate giving has reached an all-time high, signaling a tremendous opportunity for nonprofits and schools to tap into workplace giving programs. Yet, workplace giving remains an underutilized avenue for many organizations. By strategically engaging with these programs, however, fundraisers can unlock new levels of growth and support, ensuring they […]
