Category Archives: Fundraising
‘Rough’ Time — Gameplaying Shiba Inu Raises $70,000 And Counting
Gaming fundraiser PB connected for an extra-innings home run while playing the 1994 videogame Ken Griffey Jr. Presents Major League Baseball during a July Fourth 2024 fundraiser. The two-run shot, a majestic arc that landed in the left field seats,
5 Strategic Steps To Mastering The Grants Process
By Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC There’s nothing quick about the grants process. First, there must be strategy. Here are five things to know that will help you revamp your grant-seeking strategy: #1. Grants Are Not a Quick Fix. While grants
10 Questions Answered Regarding Community Philanthropy
Association of Healthcare AHP President and Chief Executive Officer Alice Ayres put 10 philanthropy questions in front of Bill Littlejohn, senior vice president and chief executive officer of the Sharp HealthCare Foundation. Here are the 10 issues he thought philanthropic
Inclusive & Impactful: Fundraising Within The Disability Community
By Kyra Millich If you fundraise within the disability community, you might be wondering how to best connect with a person living with a chronic disabling condition. Chances are that you interact in your personal or professional life somewhat regularly
Strong Proposals Start with Asking 11 Internal Questions
Albert Einstein once said: “If you cannot explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.” As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in
Concentration of Nonprofit Giving Disenfranchises Civilians
The nonprofit community’s ongoing trend of fewer donors providing increasing amounts of funding and volunteer hours is disturbing. The drop in volunteerism, as well as potential funders pulling back on making small donations, creates lack of agency — a loss
Giving USA 2024: Donors Gave More, Inflation Deflated It
Giving in the United States reached a new high during 2023 – $557.16 billion – an increase of 1.9% compared to 2022. But the impact was smacked down by inflation of 4.1%, with giving by individuals, bequests, foundations and corporations
Upturn In Trust For Nonprofits, Softness In The Numbers
Americans’ trust in nonprofits got a 5-point pop to 57% but that number softens significantly when it comes to the upcoming election. A plurality (41%) does not trust nonprofits to avoid partisan politics. Making matters more concerning is 30% have
10 Benefits of Hosting a Hybrid Event for Nonprofits
Nonprofits are always looking for new ways to expand their reach, build donor relationships, and boost fundraising—all while navigating tight budgets and resources. One cost-effective way to keep your community engaged is by hosting a hybrid event, which blends elements
First-Time Finisher & Funder Boosted Boston Marathon
(Photo courtesy of Bank of America) There’s a big difference between running a marathon and achieving a high jump – unless one is talking to the Boston Athletic Association, organizers of the Boston Marathon. The final donation tally leapt from
