Building a Donor Pipeline: The Fundamentals for New Fundraisers
Want to turn your prospect list into reliable support? Here are practical steps to build a donor pipeline that keeps your outreach organized from day one.
Preparing Your Donor Records for a New Database
Are you planning to move your donor records from spreadsheets into a new database? This article provides practical steps to organize your data before making the move.
Navigating Demographic Shifts with Donor Segmentation
Are you wondering how to attract new supporters without losing the loyal donors who built your organization? This article breaks down how to navigate a changing donor base and connect with every generation, using simple, practical steps.
Simple Ways to Protect Your Organization’s Information When Using AI
Could your use of AI be unintentionally sharing donor details with the public? This article breaks down how to set clear boundaries around AI use and keep your information secure.
What to Do When Your Executive Director Moves On
Is your organization preparing for an Executive Director transition? This article outlines practical steps to document key donor information and annual tasks that keep your organization running, so nothing gets lost in the transition.
Is Your Organization Ready for a Capital Campaign?
Many organizations want to launch a capital campaign, but the real question is whether they’re ready for one. This article walks through the key pieces you need in place before you begin to understand what to look for long before the campaign goes public.
Five Ways to Build a Strong Foundation for Your New Nonprofit
Are you starting a new nonprofit? Setting up simple systems early helps you keep your information in one place, and save time as you grow. In this article, we look at how putting strong foundations in place from the beginning supports long‑term sustainability.
How Small Nonprofits Can Save Time Managing Donor Information
Does your small team spend a lot of time managing donor information instead of focusing on the fundraising work that supports your organization? This article looks at simple steps that can make that work easier.
How Small Nonprofits Can Scale to $25K+
Are you looking to break through the $25K fundraising barrier and scale your nonprofit's impact? This article explores practical strategies tailored for small Canadian nonprofits to achieve sustainable growth and lasting success.
Data 101: Optimize Your Donor Data for Better Fundraising Results
Is your donor data scattered and causing headaches? In this article, we'll explore how to organize your donor data for improved fundraising outcomes.
10 Steps to Fundraising Success: Your Organization's Roadmap
Is your nonprofit or charity aiming to create a fundraising plan but unsure where to begin? In this article, we’ll provide a 10-step guide to help you achieve fundraising success.
Donor Retention Mistakes to Avoid After a Successful Year-End Appeal
Does your organization receive a surge of donations from year-end appeals, only to see them fizzle into one-time contributions? In this article, we’ll explore the reasons behind the struggle to convert new donors into long-term supporters and how to create sustainable donor relationships.
Strategies to Avoid a One-Size-Fits-All Year-End Appeal
Are your year-end appeals falling short of your fundraising goals? If you want to understand why your efforts are not hitting the mark, this article will provide tips for a more successful year-end appeal.
Fundraising Dashboards: A Beginner’s Guide
Fundraising dashboards can be a key part of your fundraising strategy by offering numerous benefits to your organization. In this article, we will discuss their purpose, and potential advantages.
Lapsed Donors 101: Understanding Lapsed Donors and Their Potential
Are your past donors no longer contributing as of late? In this article we will discuss the definition of lapsed donors, their significance to your organization, and how you can win back their support.
Small Steps, Big Impact: Building a Data Strategy for Your Small Nonprofit
Using data to drive decisions can lead to strategic opportunities that will build your nonprofit’s fundraising capacity. If you’re not sure where to start, in this article we discuss a simple roadmap to create a data strategy.
Unlocking Donor Relationships: Why Donor Management Software Matters for Small Nonprofits
Is your small team looking for a simpler way to engage with donors and keep track of interactions with them? In this article we’ll share how using donor management software can help your team build better relationships with your supporters.
9 Strategies for Increasing Donations to Your Small Nonprofit
Are you a small organization that would like to increase your annual donations? Here are nine practical tips to help get you started.