Cadence Sports Announces Integration Partnership with Double the Donation
Double the Donation has joined forces with Cadence Sports to provide more value to nonprofit organizations through matching gifts with an integration between Collie by Cadence Sports and Double the Donation.
“As the world of online giving evolves and grows, it’s essential for nonprofit organizations to have access to technology that brings more value to every gift that comes in the door,” says Gary Metcalf, Co-Founder and President at Cadence Sports. “Our new integration with Double the Donation allows nonprofits to get more out of every online donor interaction.”
The partnership gives organizations the opportunity to retrieve company information about donors and follow up with those donors to encourage a matching gift request submission.
“We’re proud to work with a company so focused on helping its client base do more good,” says Adam Weinger, President at Double the Donation. “By closing the matching gifts awareness gap for donors, Double the Donation makes sure that orgs can do more good by claiming some of the $4-7 billion left on the table each year.”
The Collie and Double the Donation integration is now available for mutual clients. Follow our integration guide for more information on how to connect the two platforms.
Ready to add matching gift automation to your Collie donation forms? Request a demo with Double the Donation today and be sure to share that you’re using Collie by Cadence Sports. Want additional resources to help you take your matching gifts strategy to the next level? Enroll today in our Matching Gift Academy for in-depth content about growing your matching gift revenue.
About Collie by Cadence Sports: Collie is an all-in-one event fundraising solution offering event registration, peer-to-peer fundraising, merchandising, CRM, analytics and more. All of this functionality is offered at no cost to you. Visit colliegives.com to learn more.
About Double the Donation: Automate your matching gift fundraising with the industry-leading solution from Double the Donation. The Double the Donation platform provides nonprofits with tools to identify match-eligible donors, drive matches to completion, and gain actionable insights. Double the Donation integrates directly into donation forms, CRMs, social fundraising software, and other nonprofit technology solutions to capture employment information and follow up appropriately with donors about matching gifts.
New: Corporate Sponsorships Available Within Our Database
At Double the Donation, we’re always looking for ways to help nonprofits maximize corporate giving. That’s why we’re excited to announce a major expansion of our database—corporate sponsorship programs are now included! Now, with corporate sponsorships available in addition to matching gifts and volunteer incentives, users can easily identify businesses that offer partnership opportunities for events, campaigns, and more.
This new feature makes it even easier to connect with corporate partners and secure essential funding. Keep reading to learn how this update can benefit your organization and how to take advantage of these new opportunities!
We’ll cover:
- What is Double the Donation’s Database?
- What Programs Are Included in the Corporate Giving Database?
- Finding Sponsorships in Double the Donation’s Database
- Why This Expansion Matters for Fundraisers
- Looking Ahead: The Future of Giving With Double the Donation
P.S. Interested in other product developments at Double the Donation? Check out our log of updates and enhancements here!
What is Double the Donation’s Database?
Double the Donation’s database is the leading resource for nonprofits looking to maximize corporate giving opportunities. It serves as a comprehensive directory of companies that offer workplace giving programs, making it easy for organizations to identify and access corporate funding.
Here’s how it works:
- A user clicks into the database search tool and begins typing a company name.
- The user selects the appropriate company from the auto-completing dropdown menu.
- The user is provided with company-specific information regarding available workplace giving programming in real time. This generally includes eligibility guidelines and links to request forms for easy access.
With an intuitive search functionality and direct access to program information for thousands of companies, our database ensures that organizations never miss out on valuable corporate support.
What Programs Are Included in the Corporate Giving Database?
Double the Donation’s corporate giving database is designed to help nonprofits connect with a wide range of corporate philanthropy programs. With our latest expansion, the database now includes even more opportunities for organizations to secure corporate funding and support.
Here’s a breakdown of the key programs available:
- Matching Gifts – Companies match their employees’ donations to eligible nonprofits, effectively doubling (or sometimes tripling) the original contributions.
- Volunteer Grants – Businesses provide financial donations to nonprofits where their employees volunteer, rewarding community involvement with direct funding.
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) – Companies offer paid time off for employees to volunteer, encouraging staff to support causes they care about while remaining engaged in corporate philanthropy.
- Corporate Grants – Businesses offer direct grants to nonprofits, either through employee-nominated grant programs, community partnerships, or annual corporate giving initiatives.
- In-Kind Donations – Companies contribute goods, services, or other non-monetary resources to nonprofits, helping organizations cut costs and better serve their communities.
With this comprehensive suite of corporate giving programs, Double the Donation’s database makes it easier than ever for nonprofits to find and leverage the support they need to further their missions.
Finding Sponsorships in Double the Donation’s Database
With the recent expansion of Double the Donation’s database to include corporate sponsorship programs, nonprofits can now easily identify businesses that offer sponsorships for events, initiatives, and long-term partnerships.
Here’s how nonprofits can navigate the platform to find the right opportunities:
- Search for Sponsorship Opportunities
- Nonprofits can use the database to search for companies that actively provide sponsorship funding. If a company offers sponsorships, the database results will have the option to expand the listing to view applicable details.
- Review Sponsorship Details
- Each company profile includes key information about its sponsorship program, such as funding amounts, application processes, and deadlines. Organizations are encouraged to review these details and determine whether the opportunity is a good fit for their cause.
- Connect with the Right Contacts
- The database provides relevant contact information for corporate philanthropy or sponsorship teams, making it easier for nonprofits to reach out directly. Many listings even include online application links to streamline the request process.
- Prepare a Strong Sponsorship Proposal
- Once a nonprofit identifies a potential sponsor, it’s essential to craft a compelling sponsorship proposal. For the best results, the proposal should highlight the organization’s mission, audience, and benefits of partnership for the sponsoring company.
- Track and Manage Sponsorship Applications
- In order to best manage outstanding requests, it’s a good idea for organizations to track which companies they reach out to. Plus, continuously monitor the status of their sponsorship requests.
By integrating sponsorship opportunities into our already robust database, Double the Donation makes it easier for nonprofits to secure corporate funding, build meaningful partnerships, and enhance their overall fundraising strategies.
Why This Expansion Matters for Fundraisers
Double the Donation’s inclusion of corporate sponsorships is a game-changer for nonprofit fundraisers. After all, sponsorships provide a crucial source of funding and support, but finding the right corporate partners has often been a time-consuming and challenging process.
Now, with sponsorship opportunities integrated into Double the Donation’s database, fundraisers have an easier way to connect with companies that align with their mission. Here’s why this expansion is so impactful:
- More Funding Opportunities – Corporate sponsorships offer nonprofits direct financial support for events, campaigns, and ongoing initiatives. By adding sponsorships to the database, fundraisers can now explore an additional revenue stream alongside matching gifts, volunteer grants, and other corporate giving programs.
- Streamlined Sponsor Research – Instead of spending hours researching potential sponsors, fundraisers can now find a ton of relevant corporate giving opportunities all in one place. This saves time and allows organizations to focus on building relationships with the right partners.
- Stronger Corporate Partnerships – Sponsorship requests based on donor employment information often lead to long-term relationships between nonprofits and businesses. By leveraging data collected by your corporate giving database, fundraisers can cultivate lasting partnerships that involve generous corporate involvement.
By expanding its database to include corporate sponsorships, Double the Donation is empowering fundraisers with the tools they need to secure more corporate support, strengthen relationships with businesses, and ultimately drive greater impact for their causes.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Giving With Double the Donation
Our mission has always been to empower nonprofits by making corporate giving opportunities more accessible. Over the years, we’ve built the most comprehensive database of corporate philanthropy programs, helping organizations maximize matching gifts, volunteer grants, and other workplace giving initiatives. But we’re not stopping there.
As corporate giving continues to evolve, so does our commitment to expanding our database. We’re constantly adding new types and examples of corporate giving programs, ensuring that nonprofits have access to the latest and most impactful funding opportunities. From traditional matching gift programs to corporate sponsorships and beyond, we’re shaping the future of nonprofit fundraising by providing a one-stop resource for corporate giving.
Stay tuned for more updates, and get ready to unlock new opportunities for your organization’s success!
Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts
Corporate sponsorships open up new doors for nonprofit funding, and we’re thrilled to make it easier than ever for organizations to find and connect with the right corporate partners. With this addition to our database, you now have access to a comprehensive suite of corporate giving opportunities—all in one place.
Ready to start leveraging corporate sponsorships for your nonprofit? Explore the updated database today and discover new ways to grow your impact!
Announcing Our New Corporate Volunteer Email Streams
At Double the Donation, we’re always looking for ways to help organizations maximize their corporate giving potential. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Corporate Volunteer Email Streams functionality within our dedicated volunteering module.
Here, we’ll review the features and their advantages for volunteer-driven organizations—specifically covering:
- Double the Donation Volunteering: An Overview
- Available Corporate Volunteer Email Streams
- Benefits of Triggering Automated Volunteer Outreach
- Getting Started With Double the Donation Volunteering
All in all, our automated email streams empower organizations using our software to seamlessly communicate with volunteers based on their corporate volunteer incentive eligibility. By providing company-specific guidelines and instructions for submitting volunteer grants and VTO (or Volunteer Time Off) opportunities, this functionality helps organizations drive greater engagement and ensure volunteers take full advantage of their corporate benefits.
Double the Donation Volunteering: An Overview
At Double the Donation, we’re committed to helping organizations maximize the impact of corporate philanthropy. Our volunteering module is designed to streamline volunteer engagement, making it easier for nonprofits and companies to connect employees with meaningful service opportunities while maximizing corporate volunteer incentives.
With Double the Donation’s volunteering functionality, organizations can:
- Identify corporate volunteer incentives such as volunteer grants and Volunteer Time Off (VTO) eligibility for each participant.
- Encourage greater participation by simplifying the process of accessing corporate volunteer benefits.
- Automate volunteer engagement with features like our new Corporate Volunteer Email Streams, ensuring employees receive company-specific guidelines on how to submit for volunteer grants and take advantage of VTO programs.
By integrating these tools into one powerful platform, Double the Donation helps organizations increase volunteer engagement, unlock additional funding through corporate volunteer grants, and drive greater community impact.
Available Corporate Volunteer Email Streams
Currently, Double the Donation offers two corporate volunteer email streams for organizations to engage with their audiences. As volunteers register for events, they’re automatically sorted into one of these groups:
Volunteer Incentives Available Stream (Known Eligibility)
When volunteers provide employment data, this email stream automates the process of informing individuals with known employers about their eligibility for corporate volunteer programs like volunteer grants and paid volunteer time off (VTO).
By delivering personalized messages directly to supporters’ inboxes, organizations can:
- Provide customized eligibility details, increasing engagement
- Simplify the process for volunteers, eliminating the need for manual searches
- Maximize volunteer grant revenue and VTO hours used
Discover Volunteer Incentives Stream (Unknown Eligibility)
Even when volunteers are unaware of their corporate volunteer benefits, this stream ensures no funding or paid volunteer opportunities slip through the cracks.
By reaching out to supporters who may be eligible for corporate incentives, this email stream helps:
- Identify new volunteer grant and VTO opportunities
- Connect volunteers to next steps, driving program participation
- Strengthen volunteer recruitment and retention through employer engagement
For the best results, organizations are encouraged to adopt both email streams in order to ensure maximal coverage of available volunteer incentives. This way, the platform can segment volunteers into one of the two flows in real-time, providing the most tailored and relevant information at any given point.
Benefits of Triggering Automated Volunteer Outreach
Effective volunteer engagement requires timely communication and clear guidance—and that’s where automated volunteer outreach makes a difference. By leveraging automated email streams, organizations can provide volunteers with the information they need at the right time, ensuring they maximize their impact while taking full advantage of corporate volunteer incentives.
Here are some key benefits of triggering automated volunteer outreach:
- Personalized Communication: Automated email streams segment volunteers based on their corporate volunteer incentive eligibility, delivering company-specific instructions for submitting volunteer grants and VTO requests.
- Increased Volunteer Grant Utilization: Many employees are eligible for volunteer grants but may not be aware of them. Automated outreach helps bridge this gap by reminding volunteers to log their hours and submit for corporate matching.
- Time-Saving for Organizations: Instead of manually tracking and notifying volunteers, nonprofits and companies can rely on automation to handle outreach, freeing up valuable time for other engagement efforts.
- Higher Volunteer Engagement: Regular, well-timed emails keep volunteers informed, motivated, and connected to opportunities, resulting in increased participation and a stronger culture of giving.
- Seamless Corporate Philanthropy Integration: Automated communication ensures that employees understand how to navigate their company’s corporate giving programs, leading to more funds directed toward nonprofit initiatives.
By implementing automated volunteer outreach, organizations can foster deeper engagement, enhance corporate social responsibility efforts, and unlock additional funding—all while making the volunteer experience smoother and more rewarding for participants.
Getting Started With Double the Donation Volunteering
Whether you’re already a Double the Donation client or are exploring ways to enhance your organization’s volunteer engagement, our volunteering module makes it easy to maximize corporate volunteer incentives and streamline participation.
Here’s how you can get started:
- For Current Double the Donation Matching Clients: If you’re already using Double the Donation’s matching gift solution, it’s easy to add on our complete volunteer functionality—including our corporate volunteer email streams. This allows you to identify corporate volunteer incentives and take advantage of automated features within the same platform. Reach out to your client representative to see how you can upgrade your account today!
- For Organizations New to Double the Donation: If you’re not yet a client but are interested in leveraging our volunteering module, we’d love to show you how it works! Explore pricing and schedule a demo with our team to explore how Double the Donation can help your organization increase volunteer engagement and unlock more corporate funding through volunteer grants and VTO programs.
Getting started is simple—whether you’re an existing client or new to our solutions, our team is here to help you maximize the impact of corporate philanthropy.
Reach out today to learn more!
Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts
With the launch of our Corporate Volunteer Email Streams, organizations can now take a more targeted approach to volunteer engagement, ensuring participants have the information they need to maximize their impact. By streamlining communication and simplifying the process for submitting volunteer grants and VTO, we’re making it easier than ever for employees to give back—and for organizations to benefit from corporate volunteer incentives.
Stay tuned for even more impactful updates as we continue enhancing our volunteering module to drive greater social impact!
20+ Association Management Software Picks To Explore
As an association leader, your plate is full. Juggling member retention, event planning, and operational efficiency often feels like a delicate balancing act. If your current tools aren’t pulling their weight, managing your day-to-day operations only gets harder.
Enter association management software (AMS): a transformative tool designed to streamline operations, enhance member engagement, and free up time. But with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right platform?
This guide will demystify the process and help you find your perfect AMS. That way, your organization can invest in a system that meets your needs today and evolves with you tomorrow. Here’s what we’ll cover:
- Association Management Software FAQ
- 20+ Association Management Platforms
- How To Select The Best Association Management Software
Whether you go with an association management platform on our list or choose a different one, you’ll have the knowledge you need to navigate your options confidently. Let’s dive in.
Association Management Software FAQ
Before diving into specific picks, let’s answer a few questions executive directors, chief technology officers, and membership directors typically have about this type of software.
What Is Association Management Software?
Association management software (AMS) is a specialized platform designed to help membership organizations manage their operations. It centralizes key functions like member management, event planning, fundraising, communication, website management, and financial tracking into one cohesive system.
With an AMS, you can streamline administrative tasks, such as:
- Maintaining a searchable member database.
- Processing online payments, membership dues, and donations.
- Designing online event registration pages and automating event reminders.
- Building and maintaining a website to share announcements, resources, events, a member directory, industry news, and more.
- Communicating with members via email or other online platforms.
- Generating detailed financial reports, insightful analytics, and membership overviews.
By automating routine tasks and providing valuable insights, an AMS empowers organizations to enhance member engagement, streamline processes, and focus on achieving their mission.
What’s The Difference Between an AMS and a Community Platform?
While association management software and community platforms both support member engagement, they have distinct purposes and focus areas:
- Purpose: Association management software handles operational and administrative needs for membership-based organizations. Community platforms foster interaction among members.
- Core Features: Common AMS features include member databases, dues collection, event registration, and financial reporting. Meanwhile, common features in community platforms include discussion forums, content sharing, messaging tools, and gamification to encourage community participation.
- Goal: While an AMS streamlines and centralizes organizational processes for efficient administration, a community platform creates a vibrant space for members to share ideas and build relationships.
- Examples of Use: Leverage an AMS to track membership dues, send targeted emails, and keep a centralized database of members’ engagement history and contact information. Meanwhile, use your community platform to host online discussions, conduct polls or surveys, and provide members with access to shared documents and training materials.
Trade and professional associations often use both systems together. While an AMS meets operational needs, a community platform deepens member connections and engagement.
Why Should We Invest in an Association Management Platform?
An association management platform offers transformative benefits for your organization by streamlining operations, enhancing member satisfaction, and driving long-term growth. Here’s why it’s a smart investment:
- Save time and money by simplifying administrative tasks. Association management platforms automate routine tasks like tracking membership dues, processing payments, and managing event registrations. This reduces your team’s administrative burdens, freeing up time to focus on strategic initiatives.
- Enhance member engagement. With tools like personalized communication, member portals, and event management, an AMS helps you create an engaging member experience. From welcoming new members to consistently promoting benefits, actively engaging members leads to greater participation and more renewals.
- Centralize member and financial data. An association management platform serves as a single source of truth for all your organizational data, from member profiles to financial records. This makes it easy to access, analyze, and act on insights, improving decision-making and efficiency.
- Enhance professionalism. An AMS enables you to maintain a polished online presence with customizable websites, event pages, and member portals. This helps build credibility with current and prospective members.
Instead of using disparate systems, invest in a single platform that helps your association operate efficiently, engage members, and achieve its mission. An investment in the right platform is an investment in your organization’s growth and long-term success.
What Features Should My Association Look For?
As with any software, focus on features that align with your organization’s specific needs and budget. A few key features to prioritize in your AMS search include:
- Membership management tools, including a centralized member database to organize member profiles, advanced search and filtering capabilities for easy data retrieval, and automated membership renewal reminders and processing.
- Event management to create registration pages, automate attendee tracking, maintain event calendars, and host virtual events.
- Member engagement tools, such as a self-service member portal, an online community, and gamification features like badges or leaderboards.
- Financial management to process dues, event fees, and donations. Ensure you have invoicing, automated receipt generation, and robust financial reporting tools.
- Communication tools such as newsletter creation, email segmentation capabilities, and feedback collection features.
- Website and content management, such as a website builder and member-only portals for exclusive content, resources, or forums.
- Reporting, including customizable dashboards to monitor metrics like membership growth and event attendance as well as detailed financial reports.
- Integrations with other popular association tools, such as your accounting software, marketing platform, or community engagement software.
Before investing in an AMS, ensure it also has a supportive vendor. A vendor that offers comprehensive training and support will help you get your system up and running without a hitch.
20+ Association Management Platforms
The following list isn’t exhaustive but should provide a solid place to start your search for the right association management platform. Be sure to check customer reviews on platforms like G2 and Capterra to get a better sense of each system’s practical applications.
Tradewing: Best for Online Communities
Tradewing is a community management platform designed to boost membership growth, retention, and engagement by creating dynamic online communities. Built for trade and professional associations, the platform creates a user-friendly online space where members can connect with one another, attend virtual events, access valuable resources, and stay engaged with your community, all without ever leaving the Tradewing platform.
Depending on your needs, you can purchase either Tradewing’s full AMS platform or just the community engagement tools. The community platform integrates with popular AMSs, so if you want to extend another platform’s functionality, Tradewing is a great option!
Recommended for: Small to mid-sized trade and professional associations that prioritize community engagement and networking
Top Features: Build a vibrant online member community, design a branded website in minutes, manage your events, and stay connected with members through targeted email marketing.
Pricing: Tradewing prices vary based on the size and needs of your association. Pricing depends on selected features and membership size, so request a demo for more information.
ClubExpress: Best for Small Clubs and Local Chapters
ClubExpress is an AMS tailored to small clubs, local chapters, and volunteer-led organizations seeking an affordable solution to manage operations. It simplifies administrative tasks and helps organizations build stronger connections with members through intuitive tools for communication, events, and website management.
Recommended for: Small to mid-sized clubs, local chapters, and volunteer-driven associations across various industries, including hobby groups, sports clubs, and professional networks
Top Features: ClubExpress offers users a member database, website creation tools, a member mobile app, and integrated event management with online registration and payment options. Additional features include forums, email campaigns, text messaging, and financial tracking.
Pricing: ClubExpress has a flexible pricing model based on your number of active members. Pricing per member goes down as your organization grows. For instance, pay $0.42 per member monthly if you have 1-200 members, $0.38 per member if you have 201-300 members, $0.34 per member if you have 301-500 members, or $0.30 per member if you have 501-1,000 members.
Dash: Best for Content Management
Dash is a stress-free association management software solution designed to handle every aspect of running an association. With 50+ years of experience in association management, the Dash team has developed a platform that centralizes tasks such as member sign-up, event registration, and invoicing within a cloud-hosted environment.
Recommended for: Associations across various industries aiming to enhance operational efficiency and member engagement
Top Features: Dash offers an intuitive CMS for website creation, including blogs, news feeds, and member-only content. The CMS integrates with the association’s database, providing members with a seamless experience when purchasing merchandise, registering for events, or accessing digital resources. You’ll also gain features for managing members, communicating with your community, managing events, tracking finances, and accepting sponsorships.
Pricing: Dash offers three packages with varying features. Contact their team for pricing details.
Fonteva: Best for Salesforce Users
Fonteva is a robust association management software platform built on Salesforce, the world’s most popular CRM. It leverages the power of Salesforce with specialized features for associations, making it ideal for organizations interested in Salesforce.
Recommended for: Medium to large associations in industries that use Salesforce for customer and member relationship management
Top Features: Fonteva provides advanced member management, event registration, and e-commerce capabilities. Saleforce’s flexibility allows for deep customization, and the app marketplace expands functionality further.
Pricing: Fonteva requires a Salesforce subscription and custom pricing based on the size and complexity of your association’s needs.
Forj: Best for Virtual Engagement and Learning
Forj is a virtual engagement platform focused on enhancing member collaboration in an online environment. Designed for professional associations and communities, Forj helps organizations foster connections through virtual events, networking opportunities, and collaborative tools. Forj is a dual AMS and learning management system that combines community building and learning with the goal to modernize association membership.
Recommended for: Associations and professional networks prioritizing virtual engagement, community collaboration, and learning outcomes
Top Features: Forj offers tools for hosting interactive virtual events, managing discussion forums, and creating content hubs for members. Its analytics help track member engagement, event attendance, and content consumption to measure virtual initiatives’ effectiveness.
Pricing: Forj provides custom pricing based on organization size and requirements
Glue Up: Best for Event-Driven Organizations
Glue Up is an all-in-one association management platform designed for event-driven organizations. It includes membership management, event management, and email marketing tools, giving you the ability to monetize your professional community within minutes. However, it really shines in its event functionality, which makes it easy to plan, promote, and execute online and offline events.
Recommended for: Associations and organizations that rely heavily on events for member engagement and revenue
Top Features: Glue Up is a top event management with tools for online registration, ticketing, and payment processing. It also offers CRM functionality, email campaigns, and a mobile app for on-the-go management. Leverage surveys, financial tracking, and a website builder to streamline operations further.
Pricing: Glue Up uses a tiered pricing model based on selected features, starting at $2,500 annually.
GrowthZone: Best for Membership Growth
GrowthZone is an all-in-one platform designed to drive membership growth through innovative tools for recruitment, retention, and engagement. It simplifies operations for associations by automating processes and providing insights to improve member acquisition strategies. From managing certifications to providing a secure online community, you’ll have all the features you need to scale your membership base.
Recommended for: Associations of all sizes looking to grow their membership base
Top Features: Grow revenue with robust membership offerings, events, merchandise sales, and sponsorships. You can also access built-in marketing automation and sales funnel management tools. The AI-Powered Newsletter feature allows you to curate newsletters based on members’ unique interests and engagement history.
Pricing: Subscriptions start at $4,985 annually based on your chosen package, and there’s an onboarding fee.
iMIS: Best for Large Associations
iMIS is a powerful association management software solution designed to meet the needs of large organizations with complex operations. It combines member management, learning, fundraising, and event planning tools into a unified cloud-based platform.
Recommended for: Large associations, nonprofits, and organizations with diverse membership needs and high-volume data management
Top Features: iMIS offers advanced CRM capabilities, member management tools, learning management systems, website building functionality, and robust event planning features. Its analytics and reporting tools provide real-time insights, and its integrations allow for customized organizational workflows.
Pricing: iMIS pricing is customized based on the size and complexity of your organization. iMIS Professional starts at $7,200 annually, while iMIS Enterprise requires a custom quote.
MemberClicks: Best for Small to Mid-Sized Associations
MemberClicks is an all-in-one membership management software platform tailored for small to mid-sized associations and nonprofits. It simplifies member management and saves time with tools designed for administrative tasks. It hones in on online engagement by providing tools for custom websites, digital member communities, and online databases.
Recommended for: Small to mid-sized associations, chambers of commerce, and nonprofits seeking an affordable, user-friendly solution
Top Features: MemberClicks offers a member database, email marketing, and event registration tools. Its drag-and-drop website builder and customizable member portal ensure a branded online presence.
Pricing: MC Professional is ideal for individual-based member types and small associations, starting at $4,500 annually. MC Trade is best for organization-based member types, chambers, and large associations, starting at $3,500 annually. Special pricing structures are available for chambers.
MemberLeap: Best for Customizable Membership Management
MemberLeap is a flexible association management software solution that adapts to the unique needs of each organization. It empowers associations with tailored workflows and robust tools to manage members, events, website content, communications, and financial processes. MemberLeap is an excellent choice for associations seeking a scalable, feature-rich platform that addresses specific operational challenges while fostering member engagement and organizational growth.
Recommended for: Associations that require customizable membership management tools
Top Features: MemberLeap includes a member database, automated billing, robust event planning, volunteer management, and communication tools. Its website management capabilities and financial tracking features provide additional value.
Pricing: Pricing scales based on the association’s needs and number of active records, starting at $80 per month for the Copper Plan for organizations with 1-200 active records.
Nimble AMS: Best for Advanced CRM Capabilities
Nimble AMS is a Salesforce-based association management platform offering powerful CRM capabilities. Built on Salesforce, it enables associations to leverage advanced analytics and automation for member engagement and operational efficiency. Nimble AMS customers receive seamless upgrades three times a year, ensuring you’re always using the latest tools.
Recommended for: Medium to large associations using Salesforce and seeking robust CRM functionality
Top Features: Nimble AMS provides member management, accounting, a member portal, fundraising tools, and event management. It also supports custom workflows, AI-driven analytics through Salesforce Einstein, and mobile-friendly features for on-the-go management.
Pricing: Nimble AMS pricing is custom and requires a Salesforce subscription. Costs depend on your organization’s size and feature needs.
Novi AMS: Best for QuickBooks Integration
Novi AMS is built with deep QuickBooks integration, making it the perfect choice for associations prioritizing financial management. It streamlines time-consuming accounting processes, so your team can focus on serving your association’s members.
Recommended for: Small to mid-sized associations that use QuickBooks and need an AMS to simplify financial tracking
Top Features: Novi AMS includes a two-way sync with QuickBooks’ automated invoicing and financial reporting tools. Additionally, it offers member portals, event registration, and directory management features to simplify member management. Other key features include eCommerce and website management.
Pricing: Novi AMS pricing starts at $790 per month with an onboarding fee of $3,360 for organizations with annual revenue up to $400K. Pricing scales based on your organization’s annual revenue.
Protech: Best for Microsoft Users
Protech is a powerful AMS designed to integrate with the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform, making it an excellent choice for organizations using Microsoft tools. Manage every detail of the member journey, bring your data to life with cutting-edge reports, and boost productivity by automating administrative tasks like billing.
Recommended for: Medium to large associations that rely on Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Azure True Cloud
Top Features: Protech offers advanced CRM capabilities, automated workflows, and financial tracking through an integrated suite of financial, eCommerce, analytics, and database tools. Thanks to its comprehensive features, you can manage events, generate insightful reports, and personalize the member experience.
Pricing: Protech pricing is based on your organization’s size and needed features, with additional costs for Microsoft Dynamics 365 licensing.
Raklet: Best for Community Fundraising and Events
Raklet is a versatile platform focused on helping associations and nonprofits engage their communities through fundraising and community management tools. It combines a user-friendly interface with features that build and sustain strong member relationships, such as a branded mobile app, dues collection, newsletters, and job boards. With 4,000+ integrations via Zapier and Make, you can connect Raklet with your favorite apps to improve your association management software’s functionality.
Recommended for: Associations, nonprofits, and clubs focused on fundraising
Top Features: Raklet includes tools for organizing online and offline events. You can also provide more value to your community with discussion boards, job boards, and a searchable member directory.
Pricing: Raklet offers tiered pricing plans starting at $49 per month, with additional features and capabilities available at higher tiers. There’s also a free option with limited features.
SilkStart: Best for Multi-Chapter Organizations
SilkStart is a comprehensive association management platform tailored for multi-chapter organizations, allowing centralized management while empowering autonomous local chapters. It streamlines operations for organizations with complex structures and diverse membership bases.
Recommended for: Associations and organizations with multiple chapters, branches, or regional divisions
Top Features: SilkStart provides a centralized database for member management, robust chapter management tools, and event coordination across chapters. It also includes website building and communication tools for consistent branding.
Pricing: SilkStart’s pricing includes a one-time setup fee and recurring charges based on active members or chapters. The Standard Plan starts at $220 per month (billed annually) for up to 500 members. Meanwhile, the Multi-Chapter Plan starts at $665 per month (billed annually) for up to 10 chapters, and custom pricing is available for larger organizations or additional needs.
Springly: Best for Nonprofits and NGOs
Springly is an all-in-one solution that simplifies operations for nonprofits, NGOs, associations, churches, and other member-based organizations. It focuses on enhancing supporter engagement, strengthening communications, and streamlining fundraising.
Recommended for: Nonprofits, NGOs, and mission-driven organizations in a variety of sectors
Top Features: Springly includes membership management, donation tracking, website creation, and automated email marketing tools. The platform’s integrated event registration and financial reporting features make it easy to manage operations while staying mission-focused.
Pricing: Springly offers tiered pricing plans starting at $45 per month, with higher tiers offering advanced features like CRM tools and custom reporting. There’s also a free plan that offers basic fundraising, event, and membership capabilities.
StarChapter: Best for Local Chapters of National Associations
StarChapter is a user-friendly association management software solution designed to help local chapters of national associations manage operations, events, and communication. It simplifies administrative tasks while maintaining alignment with overarching goals and branding. It also empowers users to leverage the software based on their responsibilities, whether they’re a board president, treasurer, or other leader.
Recommended for: Local chapters of national or parent associations seeking streamlined tools for chapter management
Top Features: StarChapter includes event registration, membership management, email marketing, and content management tools, all integrated into a customizable chapter website. It also provides reporting features to share chapter performance with national organizations.
Pricing: StarChapter’s pricing starts at $53 per month, with plans varying based on chapter size and selected features. Expect to pay a setup fee ranging from $599-$3,041 based on your number of members.
ToucanTech: Best for Educational and Alumni Associations
ToucanTech is a specialized platform for educational and alumni associations, offering a unique blend of member engagement and database management tools. Its intuitive interface helps associations connect with alumni, donors, and members while streamlining administrative tasks.
Recommended for: Mid-sized educational institutions and alumni associations with up to 200K database records and looking to invest about $10K annually in new software
Top Features: ToucanTech includes tools for creating member portals, managing communications through email and social media, and processing donations with built-in fundraising features. It also makes it easy to plan events and promote job and mentoring opportunities.
Pricing: ToucanTech pricing is customized based on your organization’s size and needs, with flexible options available for different budgets.
Wild Apricot: Best Budget-Friendly AMS
Wild Apricot is affordable, user-friendly association management software designed for small associations and member-based nonprofits. Trusted by 15,000+ organizations, Wild Apricot offers a comprehensive suite of features at a competitive price point, making it ideal for budget-conscious organizations.
Recommended for: Small to mid-sized associations, nonprofits, clubs, or other member-based organizations seeking a cost-effective solution
Top Features: Wild Apricot provides membership management features, event registration capabilities, and a drag-and-drop website builder. Its self-service member portal and email marketing tools make it easy to engage members and maintain an online presence.
Pricing: Wild Apricot has a free trial and tiered pricing starting at $60 per month, based on your number of members. Save 10% by pre-paying for a year and 15% by pre-paying for two years. They also have multi-chapter pricing options.
YourMembership: Best for Member Engagement
YourMembership is a powerful association management system designed to boost member engagement. With a suite of customizable tools, it helps associations build strong member connections while automating administrative workflows, such as event management, membership renewals, and communication.
Recommended for: Small associations across industries that prioritize member engagement and retention
Top Features: YourMembership includes a member portal, learning management capabilities, event management, and email marketing tools for targeted communication. It also offers community forums, mobile-friendly features, and reporting tools to monitor engagement.
Pricing: Request a personalized quote for this association management platform.
How To Select the Best Association Management Software
Looking at this list of popular association management platforms, you might be unsure how to narrow down your options. Start by assembling a committee to evaluate different platforms. Having diverse perspectives will help you review your options objectively while considering each platform’s impact on various aspects of your association.
The buying process looks similar to any software your association might need. Follow these steps to select the best AMS for your team:
- Evaluate your existing tools. List the tools your organization currently uses and their key features. Identify gaps or inefficiencies that an AMS could address to enhance productivity and member engagement.
- Define your needs. Decide which features are essential for your association and which would be optional but beneficial. Focus on tools that simplify workflows, whether your priorities are managing members, member networking, events, communications, finances, or educational programs.
- Set a budget. Establish a clear budget for your AMS, factoring in both upfront costs and ongoing expenses.
- Research and compare options. Create a shortlist of vendors that align with your needs. Evaluate their features, pricing, and customer reviews to find the best match.
- Request demos. Contact your top candidates to schedule demos. Use this opportunity to see the platform in action and ask detailed questions about how their solutions address your specific challenges.
- Decide and implement your AMS. Present your final choice to leadership. Once approved, sign the contract and collaborate with the vendor to plan a smooth implementation process.
Adding association management software to your toolkit is an investment in your organization’s future, so take the time to assess your options thoroughly. You’ll be well-positioned to select a platform that fulfills your needs both today and down the road.
Choose Your Association Management Platform
The right association management software can be a lifeline, offering you the tools to work smarter, not harder. With so many choices, navigating the crowded market of AMS options can be overwhelming. Now, you know what to look for, what to avoid, and how to make a confident choice.
To learn more about association management, check out these free resources:
- 10 Best Community Engagement Platforms To Boost Renewals. Discover the role of a community engagement platform in managing your association and growing your membership base. Then, explore leading options on the market.
- 10 Solid Nonprofit Membership Marketing Ideas to Drive Impact. Reach potential members by testing out these marketing ideas. Learn about creative promotional ideas like Google Ads and referral programs.
- How to Get Sponsors for an Event: A Fundraiser’s Guide. If your organization relies on events to generate revenue, check out this guide to learn about securing event sponsorships.
Uncommon Giving and Double the Donation Unveil Matching Gift Auto-Submission Partnership
Double the Donation and Uncommon Giving have partnered to release a new integration that improves the matching gift process for employee donors, nonprofits, and corporations. The integration now introduces matching gift auto-submission, a revolutionary program to speed up the matching gift submission process.
“Auto-submission is a prime example of Uncommon Giving’s commitment to innovation in the name of improving experiences,” said Andy Howell, CEO at Uncommon Giving. “Our partnership with Double the Donation clears a path for our companies to broaden their impact and support their employees’ philanthropic passions.”
With matching gift auto-submission, donors who give to nonprofits using Double the Donation can not only discover their match eligibility in real time as they give, but can also immediately submit their matching gift request – no redirect required.
“We have spent years improving matching gift automation efforts for nonprofits. Now, we’re ready to take the next step via a partnership with Uncommon Giving,” said Adam Weinger, President at Double the Donation. “Our auto-submission integration allows nonprofits to receive more in matching gifts, and gain more insight into the process. It’s a major win for fundraisers everywhere.”
Read on to learn more about how auto-submission between Double the Donation and Uncommon Giving works.
The Matching Process Made Easy for Donors, Companies, and Nonprofits
With auto-submission, donors can immediately submit their matching gift request directly from the nonprofit’s donation confirmation page after making a gift. Uncommon Giving processes the requests as offline matching gift requests for companies to complete their approval and disbursement process.
As the matching gift request goes through that process, the nonprofit receives real-time updates for when a matching gift request is approved and when funds are ready to go back to the nonprofit. Long hours reconciling matches will be a thing of the past with automatic status updates in Double the Donation.
Making Corporate Philanthropy Better, One Match at a Time
Uncommon Giving and Double the Donation’s partnership brings donors, companies, and nonprofits closer together by streamlining the workplace giving process and connecting donation spaces with corporate giving interfaces. If you want to learn more about our matching gift auto-submission initiative, read more here–and if you’re just getting started with matching gifts as a nonprofit or higher education institution, request a demo from Double the Donation today!
About Uncommon Giving: Uncommon Giving is a corporate social responsibility platform that helps businesses improve employee engagement, inspire brand loyalty and boost revenues – all while doing more good in the world. The Uncommon Giving platform enables corporate giving, employee giving, volunteering and other corporate social responsibility programs with less overhead than traditional solutions. The intuitive platform and fun-to-use, full-function mobile app enable companies of all sizes to quickly deploy a social impact program, engage employees, measure results, and evolve the program for sustainable success. Visit uncommongiving.com.
About Double the Donation: Double the Donation helps nonprofits and schools raise more from matching gift and workplace giving programs. We believe it should be easy for fundraisers to grow mission support by offering supporters actionable next steps for harnessing workplace giving programs. That’s why our robust database of workplace giving programs and our native platform integrations enable fundraisers to pursue matching gifts, volunteer grants, and other workplace giving programs with less effort and more confidence.
New Integration: Double the Donation and Bugle Team Up to Boost Volunteer Impact
Double the Donation is thrilled to launch a new partnership with volunteer management software Bugle, aimed at energizing volunteers through corporate volunteering incentives. The seamless volunteer integration between Double the Donation Volunteering and Bugle enables nonprofits and schools to maximize their volunteers’ impact by unlocking corporate incentives like volunteer grants and volunteer paid time off.
With the new integration, organizations can now include Double the Donation’s employer search tool directly within the Bugle volunteer signup forms and inform volunteers of their eligibility for corporate volunteer incentives as they register for a shift. Educating supporters about their corporate incentive programs at the time of signup encourages them to engage with organizations in new ways, boosting volunteer recruitment, engagement, and retention.
“Our core goal at Bugle is to equip those who want to help with the right tools for making an impact. Our integration with Double the Donation’s volunteer module illustrates our commitment to that goal,” said Ryan Johnson, Co-Founder of Bugle. “We’re excited to see the Double the Donation Volunteering integration help our mutual clients deepen their volunteers’ support through volunteer grant and volunteer time off programs.”
Once volunteers discover their incentive program eligibility, Double the Donation Volunteering directs them to their employer’s next steps in claiming volunteer grants and time off, helping nonprofits drive more volunteer incentives to completion.
“With corporate social responsibility programs rising in recent years, volunteer incentive programs are now a fundamental tool for nonprofits to leverage in their fundraising and volunteer strategies,” said Adam Weinger, President of Double the Donation. “The integration between Double the Donation Volunteering and Bugle will help more nonprofits utilize these programs to increase volunteer hours, claim more corporate donations, and motivate their supporters.”
The Bugle and Double the Donation Volunteering integration is now available for mutual clients of Double the Donation and Bugle. Follow our integration guide to get connected.
Ready to enhance volunteer engagement with corporate incentives? Request a personalized demo with the Double the Donation team today. Be sure to mention you use Bugle!
About Bugle
Bugle is a Nashville-based volunteer management software company that specializes in empowering nonprofit community outreach. Focused on providing innovative solutions to streamline volunteer coordination, our software enables nonprofits to significantly increase their efficiency and impact. Our unique platform allows nonprofits to quickly organize events, capture volunteer data, and turn community outreach into fundraising success. For more information, please visit Bugle.
About Double the Donation:
Automate your matching gift fundraising and corporate volunteering with the industry-leading solution from Double the Donation. The Double the Donation platform provides nonprofits with tools to identify individuals who qualify for corporate philanthropy initiatives, drive increased participation, and gain actionable insights from the programs. Double the Donation integrates directly into donation forms, CRMs, volunteer management platforms, and other nonprofit technology solutions to capture employment information and follow up with donors accordingly. To learn more, visit Double the Donation.
[Free Download] Securing Matching Gift Buy-In
What is the Guide to Securing Matching Gift Buy-In?
Double the Donation’s Guide to Securing Matching Gift Buy-In is designed to be your go-to resource for understanding, leveraging, and maximizing corporate matching gift opportunities for your organization. Matching gifts, often overlooked, supply an incredible source of funding for nonprofits—offered by companies to financially reward the causes their employees care about. However, many teams aren’t fully aware of how these programs work or how to tap into them effectively.
In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about matching gifts, from understanding the basics and eligibility requirements to actionable tips on how to increase participation and track results. We provide examples of companies offering generous matching gift programs, best practices for educating and engaging donors, and strategies for fostering relationships with corporate partners.
Whether you’re new to the concept of matching gifts or looking to refine your existing approach, this resource offers detailed insights to help you unlock additional funding and deepen your engagement with both individual and corporate supporters.
Why download the Guide to Securing Matching Gift Buy-In?
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What to Know About Volunteer Grants
10 Quick Steps to Matching Gift Success
Matching Gifts in the Donor Journey
