Volunteer Recruitment and Training Tips from the Experts
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by Linda Marquez
4h ago
Looking for better ways to recruit volunteers and cultivate those relationships? With the value of a volunteer rising 6.2% in 2022, the last year that data is available, to $31.80, these are impactful people your team should spend time stewarding.    We’ve brought together a panel of partners, bursting with ideas to help you both navigate these relationships and get more volunteers invested in your mission.   We asked our panel, “What tip(s) do you want to share for volunteer recruitment and training?” Experts from our on-site event management and donor engagement part ..read more
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Navigating Nonprofit Success: An Executive Director’s Guide to Excellence
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by GiveSmart
3d ago
The executive director is the most important role in the management of an organization, so it’s critical that they be involved in every decision the board makes. Sound advice and guidance from the staff leader help the board stay focused and move in the correct direction, so they are a vital member of that team, but the executive director is different. They handle different problems than the board members and have different responsibilities. Leading a nonprofit team to success requires an executive director who can wear many hats and effectively guide the organization toward its goal. Challeng ..read more
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GiveSmart 2023 Impact Report
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by GiveSmart
1w ago
Last year was an important one for GiveSmart customers, and we want to share the data, insights, and – most importantly – the success the thousands of nonprofits, associations, and schools we partner with had in their communities.   This report isn’t just about numbers; it’s a celebration of their dedication and the difference nonprofits have made in their communities. We’re highlighting a year of growth, peer-to-peer wins, fundraising event success, industry trends, Community Award winners, top resources, and more.   Why an Impact Report?  Measuring impact is cruc ..read more
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Event Fundraising Ideas from the Experts
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by GiveSmart
1w ago
Feeling the pressure of the upcoming fundraising event season? You’re not alone!   Two out of three nonprofits feel increased pressure to stand up more revenue streams. We’ve brought together a panel of partners, bursting with ideas to help you freshen up your events this year to overcome event planning fatigue.  We asked our panel of partners, “What unique fundraising ideas have you seen recently that helped that organization have fundraising success?” Experts from our on-site event management and donor engagement partners shared responses to elevate your sponsorship opportunit ..read more
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How to Avoid Being Ghosted by a Donor
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by GiveSmart
1M ago
Improve Your Donor Retention with Strategies Informed by The Fundraising Effectiveness Project  Are you feeling like your donors are swiping left after just having swiped right? You are not alone.   Recent research from the Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), a collaboration among fundraising data, providers, researchers, analysts, associations, and consultants to empower the sector to track and evaluate trends in giving, continues to show that nonprofit organizations are retaining fewer and fewer donors in the post-pandemic era. High donor retention rates indicate that an ..read more
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4 Key Factors for a Successful Fundraising Event
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by GiveSmart
2M ago
While each event is unique, successful fundraising usually comes with a few foundational elements. These components can help you plan an engaging event, reach your target audience, solidify relationships with donors and sponsors, and achieve your goals. With some thoughtful planning and these four elements, you can boost your chances of success at your next fundraiser. 1. Creative Ideas One of the most important components of any event is creativity. Getting someone to donate to your cause means standing out amidst a sea of other worthy charities. Creative concepts help you get seen. These ide ..read more
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Navigating Fundraising Data: How Custom Reporting Can Help
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by GiveSmart
3M ago
Understanding your fundraising data set is integral to fundraising success. The right reporting helps you measure success and discover trends so that you can improve future campaigns. Being able to see at-a-glance what is working at your events or how an adjusted online form setup is driving increased donations helps you more effectively plan.   Out-of-the-box reports are helpful in that they often cover the basics of what you need, but they are not timebound and the formatting is fixed. The often-required manual manipulation by your admin team wastes time and makes at-a-glance read ..read more
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Choosing Incentives for Your Next Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser
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by GiveSmart
3M ago
Peer-to-peer fundraising is an excellent way to acquire new donors and increase fundraising. Supporters feel a sense of belonging when they can raise funds for their favorite nonprofit. Your donors are a part of your community, so it’s important to show your appreciation for them. An essential part of any peer-to-peer fundraising idea is incentivizing participants to come and support your mission.  There are several types of incentives that you can use to encourage your donors. First, you must understand what they like and what motivates them, be it gifts or recognition. Then, y ..read more
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Maintaining nonprofit compliance with fundraising software
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by GiveSmart
3M ago
As a nonprofit, it is essential to understand the compliance standards that apply to your operation and why they are in place. Ignoring these rules can be detrimental to your organization and how outsiders perceive it. With the help of a high-quality fundraising software solution, your nonprofit can stay organized and ensure every important need is met to continue growing and serving your mission. We are breaking down compliance considerations for nonprofit organizations and the ways fundraising software can help streamline compliance management. Why Nonprofits Must Understand Compliance All n ..read more
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Taking Stock in Nonprofits: The New Imperative for Fundraisers   
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by Linda Marquez
4M ago
Fundraisers in 2023 are facing numerous headwinds. The good news is that stock gifting represents billions in untapped support. Nonprofits have the key to unlock a new source of funding – they just need to use it.  Charitable giving reached record levels in 2020 and 2021. Fueled by stimulus spending, a surging stock market and groundswell of generosity, the industry was awash in cash. In 2022, everything changed.   A Perfect Storm   Due to a confluence of events, charitable giving fell 13% (adjusted for inflation) in 2022. Unfortunately, the outlook for 2023 is also cloudy ..read more
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