You know what this blog post means? The end of another year is near and it’s time to get your ResultsPlus CRM ready for it!
Read More2021 Donor-Advised Fund Report: Findings and Takeaways
This week, the National Philanthropic Trust revealed the findings of the 15th annual Donor-Advised Fund Report. This report analyzes donor-advised funds in the U.S., with this year’s analysis also takes into account the donor response to COVID-19. The report looks at data from 2016 to 2020 with data from 976 different charities.
Read MoreCOVID Recovery: 5 Priorities for Your Nonprofit
Enterprises and for-profit organizations weren’t the only ones to suffer due to the pandemic. Nonprofits also took a major hit with 75 percent of nonprofits reporting that the pandemic negatively impacted their revenue and funding, according to a survey by BDO U.S. The Nonprofit Finance Fund even discovered that 60 percent of nonprofits encountered situations during the pandemic that “seriously jeopardized their long-term financial viability.”
Read MoreHow Effective is Your Fundraising? 6 KPIs to Measure
So, you’re a fundraising guru. You’ve nailed the ask, segmented your donors, set up your CRM and come up with creative campaigns. You’re almost there, but the final step is measuring the actual effectiveness of your fundraising efforts and the impact of your nonprofit.
Read More4 Benefits of Nonprofit Software in the Cloud
The cloud may seem like a scary place, way up in the sky, elusive and unstable. But trust us when we say that cloud technology is not nearly as unpredictable and volatile as the cumulonimbus cloud up in the sky. In fact, the cloud is the most secure and cost-effective place to store data and information!
Read More6 Tips for a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign
In this day and age, there is no lack of crisis. With the COVID-19 pandemic still raging on, social justice issues and global catastrophes, nonprofits are kicking it into high-gear to try and support as many people as they can with their mission. One of the best ways to generate funds for your cause is through crowdfunding.
Read More7 Ways to Make Your Website Fundraise for You
Obviously, you need a top-notch fundraising team to solicit new donors, nurture relationships and meet your fundraising goals, but did you know that you can also enlist your website to help? Your nonprofit’s website is a key tool in your fundraising endeavors, as it is often the first place potential donors will go to learn about your mission, and where existing donors will go to see what’s new. That’s why it’s important to make sure that it’s streamlined, intuitive and contains all the info that donors need to learn about you and your mission.
Read More7 Donor Communications Don’ts
Coming back from a crisis, like the COVID-19 pandemic, means reevaluating your fundraising and operations strategies and procedures. One of these strategies that may need a fresh set of eyes is your donor communication strategy. Whether your fundraising team is back in the office or still working from home, many nonprofits have resumed their fundraising efforts. And part of those efforts include effectively and appropriately communicating with current or prospective donors.
Read MoreTaking it to the Next Level: ResultsPlus Platinum
All the awesome functionality of ResultsPlus with all sorts of innovative functionality that you’ll be wondering what you ever did without! Have you heard of ResultsPlus Platinum? If not, we forgive you and we’re here to give you the low-down on this comprehensive, functionality-packed ResultsPlus upgrade.
Read More4 Ways Nonprofits and For-Profits Can Work Together
Despite their extreme differences, nonprofits and for-profits are not mutually exclusive. In fact, the two go hand-in-hand in more ways than you probably realize. Partnerships with for-profit organizations create benefits for both the company and the nonprofit.
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