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Government grants and contracts can be an excellent funding opportunity if you have the staff to do the reporting work they require. With a duty to taxpayers, government agencies have some of the most extensive reporting demands of any type of funding source for a nonprofit organization. The good news is that once you…
Government grants and contracts can be an excellent funding opportunity if you have the staff to do the reporting work they require. With a duty to taxpayers, government agencies have some of the most extensive reporting demands of any type of funding source for a nonprofit organization. The good news is that once you…
Traditional engagement can be transactional, but creating deep connections fosters long-term support and community building. Let’s shift the focus from mere engagement to genuine connection, offering insights and practical steps for lasting relationships with donors. Many misconceptions about donor engagement lead to ineffective strategies. For example, fewer touchpoints may seem less intrusive, but infrequent contact…
As you’re planning ahead, and readying your year-end fundraising initiatives, take a little time to think about your communication delivery mediums. Not to mention your message content. Are you reaching the right audiences, and making it easy for them? Are you sharing messaging that’s relevant to your constituents, and also authentically…
Capital campaigns are the lifeblood of many nonprofits. They fund ambitious projects that can transform communities and advance missions. But let’s be real: they’re not for the faint of heart. A successful capital campaign demands thoughtful planning, the “will” to do the work, and, most crucially, a well-organized board. Your board members can serve as…
You are done with juggling multiple spreadsheets just to track your restricted funds. You are finished with manual approval processes for expenses. You’ve made the decision to switch to a modern fund accounting system. You’ve found the perfect partner. Now comes the part where all the planning and research pays off: implementation. To do a…
Matching gifts hold an incredible yet often untapped potential in the world of nonprofit and educational fundraising. To shed light on this powerful tool, we’re excited to present a matching gift Q&A session with Tom Mansmith, consultant and renowned expert in workplace giving and matching gifts. With more than 20 years of experience in the…
August 6, 2024 | DonorPerfect Conference Earlier this summer, we hosted our annual free, virtual conference centered around helping fundraisers find and share their spark. Topics included igniting leadership within nonprofits, fundraising ethics, donor motivation and engagement, and how to put fundraising best practices into action. “Sounds great!” you might think, “If only I could conjure…
What must you keep top of mind to have meaningful conversations with donors who (you hope!) may contemplate a gift to your organization? I’ve given you a hint within my question. One word: meaningful. And for a conversation to be meaningful, you have to speak in a language that resonates with…
This year, hospitals nationwide are preparing for the fifth round of comprehensive community health needs assessments (CHNA). Conducted every three years, these assessments are crucial for creating federally mandated Community Health Implementation Plans (CHIP) that address health disparities and social determinants of health. These 2025 CHIPs must be strategically aligned with community benefit reporting. Nonprofit…