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Next Generation Charity Auction and Event Fundraisers

Laurie Hochman — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 12:33:48 +0000

Pivot, convert, virtual, hybrid, online. These are all new terms used in the charity auction landscape–a silver lining that, in the Coronavirus cloud, can fully fund your charity’s financial needs. Gala events with lavish rooms, food, and entertainment are the … Read more

California Gov. Newsom Signs Fundraising Platform Bill Into Law

James Gilmer — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 21:52:02 +0000

On October 7, 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill (AB) 488, the long-awaited legislation regulating internet platforms. This law is the first of its kind to regulate online fundraising and gives the state of California critical … Read more

6 Ways to Boost Your Fundraising Strategy Today

Jay Love — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 18:21:38 +0000

Fundraising can be difficult in the best of times. Now, during an economic downturn and a national pandemic, it’s become even more difficult. At the beginning of 2020, the fundraising trends showed only positive prospects for nonprofits. Now that we’re … Read more

Fundraising in the Time of COVID-19

John Beck — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 22:56:00 +0000

Why nonprofits shouldn’t panic about fundraising during the global pandemic.

The world has been struggling to find a safe new normal as we enter the half-year marker of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many industries have faced unprecedented challenges trying to protect … Read more

9 Tips to Transitioning Your Fundraising Online

Angad Bachhar — Mon, 05 Oct 2020 12:55:42 +0000

By necessity, nonprofits must look to move their fundraising online to continue serving their communities. Many charities struggle with the resources or know-how to be able to transition their fundraising online seamlessly.

It is understandable to feel anxious, apprehensive and … Read more

Virtual Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Wendy Levine — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:08:48 +0000

Traditional Peer-to-Peer (P2P) events involve in-person activities, such as walk-a-thons or 5k races. Supporters sign-up their friends, co-workers, and family members to pledge money for every mile they run or every hour they dance. It’s a great (and fun) way … Read more

May 5th is #GivingTuesdayNow, a New Global Day of Giving

James Gilmer — Fri, 01 May 2020 10:41:33 +0000

Each year in December, nonprofits and donors celebrate a day of generosity known as #GivingTuesday. This coming Tuesday, May 5, 2020, we celebrate an additional global day of giving and unity. This event, #GivingTuesdayNow, joins people everywhere, calling on … Read more

Online Charity Auctions: 3 Ways to Maximize Revenue

Joshua Meyer — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:24:45 +0000

As nonprofits of all sizes adjust to the new realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing, and the widespread economic impact, maximizing revenue is almost certainly one of your top priorities going forward. Protecting your organization’s bottom line will be … Read more

8 Tips for Creating a Virtual Fundraising Event

Kristina Brunnler — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:44:39 +0000

If you work or volunteer for a nonprofit organization, chances are your upcoming fundraising event has been postponed or is in limbo due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Besides your fundraising event, you’re still trying to continue normal duties amidst … Read more

Online Giving and Other Fundraising Trends: 2020 Edition

Steven Shattuck — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:44:10 +0000

Nonprofits have a reputation of being behind the times in terms of the trends that emerge from year to year. However, if your nonprofit is able to keep up with these trends and incorporate them into your daily strategies, you’ll … Read more