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Imagine this: You bake a dozen cookies for a bake sale, and a friend says, “I’ll match whatever you sell—double the cookies, double the money!” Suddenly, your impact skyrockets without extra effort. That’s exactly how matching gift programs work for nonprofits—except instead of cookies, it’s donations. Billions of dollars in matching funds go unclaimed every …
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Imagine you’re throwing a bake sale, but instead of a fully stocked kitchen, you’ve got a toaster oven, two eggs, and a bag of flour. Sounds impossible? Not if you get creative. Fundraising on a tight budget feels the same way—you might not have deep pockets, but with the right strategies, you can still whip …
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Imagine your favorite coffee shop. You used to go there every week—great vibes, perfect latte, barista who remembered your name. Then life got busy, you tried a new place, and suddenly, you haven’t been back in months. Now, what if that coffee shop sent you a friendly text: “Hey! We miss you. Here’s a free pastry …
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Imagine this: You’re at a charity gala, and instead of a heartfelt speech from the organizer, a robot rolls onto the stage and starts reciting donor statistics in a monotone voice. Cue awkward silence. That’s the fear many fundraisers have about AI—that it’ll turn their deeply personal mission into something cold and transactional. But here’s the …
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Rejection is an inevitable part of fundraising—but for new fundraisers, it can feel personal, demoralizing, and even make them question their abilities. As a leader, mentor, or teammate, your support can make all the difference in helping them push past “no” and stay focused on their mission. The good news? Rejection doesn’t have to be …
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Remember the days when “event planning” meant booking a venue, ordering trays of catered food, and hoping the weather didn’t pull a fast one? Well, virtual events have completely rewritten that playbook. And for part-time fundraisers juggling a million things, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Virtual fundraising events are more than just a pandemic-era …
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If it feels like donors are ghosting your organization more than your group chat on a Friday night, you’re not imagining things. Donations are down for many nonprofits, churches, and fundraisers—and while the economy plays a role, it’s not the only culprit. Let’s break down what’s happening, and more importantly, what you can do about …
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Fundraising can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re working part-time. You know you need a strategy, but who has time for a 20-page fundraising plan? Good news: you don’t need one. A simple, one-page fundraising plan can help you stay focused, organized, and—most importantly—effective. Here’s how to create one in less than an hour. Step 1: …
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Fundraising is never easy, but 2025 brings its own set of challenges for part-time fundraisers. Between changing donor expectations, evolving technology, and the eternal struggle of not enough hours in the day, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Here are the top five fundraising challenges in 2025—and, more importantly, how you can tackle them …
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Hosting a fundraising event is an exciting way to bring people together for a meaningful cause. But let’s be real: organizing one can feel like a juggling act with a dozen flaming pins. The good news? With some planning and creativity, you can pull off a fundraising event that’s not only successful but also memorable …
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