As of 2024, the number of new donors nonprofits acquired—in other words, donors who gave for the first time—fell by 11.5% compared to the previous year. Even the number of major and supersize donors, who tend to be the most loyal, declined by 4.7% and 2.3%, respectively. Combined with general declines in fundraising revenue, these […]
Your donor data isn’t just a collection of numbers—it’s a treasure trove of insights that can strengthen your organization’s operations in various ways, especially when it comes to your fundraising strategy. By identifying patterns and trends in your donors’ demographics, capacity to give, donation patterns, and communication preferences, you can more effectively tailor your campaigns […]
In today’s socially conscious landscape, companies are no longer content to simply write checks—they want to roll up their sleeves and get involved in hands-on ways (and they want to get their employees involved, too). As a result, corporate volunteerism, or the practice of businesses encouraging and organizing their employees to volunteer in the community, […]
Nonprofits like yours are experiencing a declining market share of talent compared to businesses in most industries. So, your team needs to make up lost ground in your hiring to continue providing the best services for your community. However, if your nonprofit is like most, hiring is on the back burner—meaning you might not even […]
In today’s business landscape, more and more companies are prioritizing corporate social responsibility (or CSR) as a core part of their mission. From environmental sustainability to community outreach and charitable giving, socially responsible companies are making a meaningful impact on the world. As a nonprofit, it’s crucial to recognize how this trend can benefit your organization. […]
In today’s socially conscious landscape, companies are increasingly embracing Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives that benefit both their employees and the communities they serve. One standout program that fits both criteria is Volunteer Time Off, which offers employees paid time to volunteer for causes they’re passionate about. For nonprofits, understanding how to tap into these VTO […]
Picture this: A small community center faces the threat of closure due to dwindling funds. Just as all hope seems lost, a group of employees from a nearby tech company begins volunteering with the organization on a regular basis. These volunteers revamp the center’s facilities and organize programs for local youth. Taking things even further, […]
Nonprofit Cloud offers an enormous breadth and depth of specialized tools for nonprofits and grantmaking organizations. Built on Salesforce core, It leverages the power of Salesforce CRM to help nonprofits effectively manage and analyze data. As Fíonta explains, Nonprofit Cloud is ideal for measuring your impact, tracking program progress, and generating reports and visuals communicating your success to […]
Data is the secret weapon for unlocking success in fundraising events, from large nonprofit auction galas to online school auctions. And, with auction software that supports in-depth data reporting and visualization, your school can easily inform your auction strategy with past data. In this guide, we’ll discuss three important areas of auction data and how you can […]
As a school, charitable gifts from parents, students’ families, and other members of the community are what help you offer the best, most enriching educational experiences possible. This funding helps make things like fun field trips and school-wide events and celebrations possible. But, are you doing all you can to secure as much funding as possible? In […]
