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How To Secure Major Donor Relationships: 6 Best Practices

By Steven Shattuck
March 31, 2026

When it comes to major gifts, many organizations picture a wealthy stranger in their city suddenly stepping forward with a transformational gift. In reality, that

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How To Secure Major Donor Relationships: 6 Best Practices

By Steven Shattuck
March 31, 2026

When it comes to major gifts, many organizations picture a wealthy stranger in their city suddenly stepping forward with a transformational gift. In reality, that

5 Meaningful Ideas for Thanking Volunteers After Events

By Jen Wemhoff
March 20, 2026

Every successful fundraising event has one thing in common: volunteers who show up early, stay late, and do whatever needs to be done to make

Nonprofit Annual Report Template: 5 Items to Include

By Jackie McLaughlin
March 4, 2026

Operating a nonprofit involves much more than running programs. Behind the scenes, your team may also invest in new tech or hire essential staff to

4 Tips for Conducting a Capital Campaign Feasibility Study

By Brian Abernathy
January 28, 2026

Low-lift fundraisers and recurring gifts aren’t always enough to take your nonprofit’s mission to the next level. During those times, major fundraising initiatives like capital

Nonprofit Accounting: Best Practices for Financial Health

By Jon Osterburg
January 26, 2026

While your nonprofit’s mission is driven by its programs, its people, and its commitment to community impact, the fuel that powers all of these efforts

Boosting Revenue: 5 Low-Lift Fundraisers With A High Return

By Debbie Willis
December 3, 2025

Nonprofit organizations thrive on the generosity of their supporters, but fundraising can often feel like a monumental task. The planning, execution, and follow-up communications for

6 Key Considerations for Associations Going Global

By Jake Fabbri
November 7, 2025

If you run a strong national association with a far-reaching online presence, domestic market saturation, or interest in membership from individuals in other nations, you

Your First Form 990: A Survival Guide for New Nonprofits

By Jennifer Alleva
November 3, 2025

Starting a new nonprofit is a rewarding yet laborious process. From defining your mission to building your board of directors to securing initial funding, you’ll

Collecting Mission Metrics: How to Prove Impact at Events

By Daria Knupp, CEM
September 22, 2025

As a nonprofit, every event you host is more than just a gathering. It’s a chance to advance your mission, deepen relationships, and inspire action.

5 Fundraising Red Flags: Fix These Before You Launch

By Ann Fellman
September 18, 2025

According to the 2025 National State of the Nonprofit Sector Survey, 36% of respondents ended 2024 with an operating deficit, the highest percentage the organization

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