Category Archives: Fundraising
Postage Hikes Approved, USPS Warned On Discretionary Increases
The Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) has approved the base postage rate hikes proposed by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). In doing so, however, the PRC urged the USPS not to take advantage of allowable discretionary increases. Under the terms of
4 Steps For Funders To Shape Data For Applications, Benefits
Marginalized and underserved communities have not traditionally had access to data resources that could benefit them. As such, they often miss out on benefits such as tailored medical care, sustainable resource use and culture and language preservation. Funders who are
Blackbaud Seeks Impact Nominations
Nominations have opened for the Blackbaud Impact Awards, which will acknowledge organizations and people achieving results using Blackbaud software. “Our passionate and purpose-led customers span hundreds of cause areas, seeking transformative change in their communities and in the world,” said Catherine LaCour,
$370 Million In AmeriCorps Grants Available
AmeriCorps, the national service program that annually matches volunteers with community needs across the country, will award grants totaling more than $370 million to nonprofit and faith-based organizations spanning the public and private sectors for the upcoming fiscal year. Nearly
Grant Budgeting: Tips for Maximizing Funding Opportunities
By Jackie Sue Griffin Securing grant funding is crucial to a nonprofit’s growth, and it starts with crafting a well-planned and realistic budget. In this article, we’ll explore effective grant budgeting strategies that nonprofits can implement to strengthen their grant
Special Events Roaring Back After COVID
It has been an encouraging 12 months for events, with planners reporting positive trends, with almost all sporting trends that have improved or remained the same from last year. The planners reported growth in multiple areas, including increases in event
New Email Tests Improve Clicks, Slow Exiting
Leaders at the American Cancer Society in Atlanta went into last year’s GivingTuesday with a plan. An aggressive email campaign was the foundation. It began with an email appeal leading into GivingTuesday and continued with three more heading into the
Bloomerang Expands Platform, Includes Member Management
Donor management technology provider Bloomerang has upgraded the platform with a membership management element that merges donor and membership data as part of illuminating the overall donor journey with a charity. In announcing the release of Bloomerang Membership Management, the
3 Marketing Strategies To Boost Campaign
Nonprofit managers face increasing challenges when it comes to promoting causes, attracting donors, and engaging supporters. Unfortunately, traditional marketing tactics might no longer be as effective to capture attention. To stay relevant and competitive, nonprofits need to embrace innovative marketing
Healthcare Fundraisers Impacted By Non-Compete Rules
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a ban on employment non-compete restrictions across most sectors of the economy including healthcare. The rule is set to take effect Sept. 4. Implementation of the rule could still be delayed by legal
