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Nicola Scoon

Nonprofit Content Writer

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Nicola has a background in nonprofit marketing and community building, working for both local projects and global nonprofits. She brings her experience as a nonprofit marketer and a writer to share insights, ideas, tips, and strategies to help others maximize their potential.

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Nicola Scoon

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Nonprofit financial statements: How to use them (Free template!)

Learn how to create, read, and present nonprofit financial statements. Understand the four core reports and get a free template to simplify reporting.

Nonprofit financial statements: How to use them (Free template!)
Mr Butter learning about nonprofit investing

Nonprofit investing: How to make your funds go further

Learn how to know when your organization is ready to invest, explore different investing options, and understand how to stay financially responsible as you grow.

Nonprofit investing: How to make your funds go further
Mr Butter exploring board recruitment

Board recruitment: How to find & keep great nonprofit leaders

Learn how to recruit nonprofit board members who are engaged, generous, and in it for the long haul.

Board recruitment: How to find & keep great nonprofit leaders
Mr Butter learning about nonprofit board members

Nonprofit board members: Roles, duties, & how to build a strong board

Everything you need to know about nonprofit board members—from legal duties and roles to fundraising expectations and building a board that drives your mission.

Nonprofit board members: Roles, duties, & how to build a strong board
Mr Butter learning how do nonprofits make money

How do nonprofits make money? 5 revenue streams explained

Learn how nonprofits make money through top revenue sources—and how to stabilize income and do more with the funds you raise.

How do nonprofits make money? 5 revenue streams explained
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Free silent auction bid sheet template & mobile bidding guide

Everything you need to know about silent auction bid sheets, plus proven tips to increase bids and maximize revenue.

Free silent auction bid sheet template & mobile bidding guide
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Free nonprofit business plan template with guided prompts

Write or update your nonprofit business plan using our free template and section-by-section guidance, including what funders want to see.

Free nonprofit business plan template with guided prompts
Mr Butter as a nonprofit executive director

[Quiz] What kind of nonprofit executive director are you?

Learn what a nonprofit executive director does, how much they earn, and the skills needed to succeed—plus take a quick quiz to discover your leadership style.

[Quiz] What kind of nonprofit executive director are you?
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Director of development: The real role, salary & career guide

Everything you need to know about the director of development role—from day-to-day responsibilities to salary benchmarks.

Director of development: The real role, salary & career guide
Butter character holding a corporate philanthropy badge with buildings in the background

How corporate philanthropy works (& real examples)

Learn what corporate philanthropy really looks like today, the different ways companies give, and how nonprofits can turn that generosity into reliable support.

How corporate philanthropy works (& real examples)
Butter character in an office learning about cause marketing

10 of the best cause marketing examples (& how to replicate them)

These marketing campaigns raised awareness, generated revenue, and increased loyalty. Here’s how to borrow their playbook.

10 of the best cause marketing examples (& how to replicate them)
Mr Butter learning how to start a nonprofit organization with no money

How to start a nonprofit organization with no money (free checklist!)

Learn how to start a nonprofit organization with little to no money, from assessing the need and assembling your board to registering with the IRS.

How to start a nonprofit organization with no money (free checklist!)
Mr Butter thinking of all types of nonprofits

30+ types of nonprofit organizations: IRS classification guide

Nonprofit classifications shape how you fundraise, operate, and grow. This guide explains what each IRS nonprofit type means in practice, and which is right for your organization.

30+ types of nonprofit organizations: IRS classification guide
Mr Butter exploring donor advised funds for nonprofits

Donor-advised funds for nonprofits: How DAFs work

DAFs are growing fast, but turning them into real support takes strategy. Learn what nonprofits need to know to secure more DAF grants.

Donor-advised funds for nonprofits: How DAFs work
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How to start a charity in the U.S. (steps, costs, & forms)

Discover how to start your own charity, from defining your mission to setting up shop, in just seven steps.

How to start a charity in the U.S. (steps, costs, & forms)
Mr butter showcasing what workplace giving is about

Workplace giving: Programs, platforms & real examples

Most workplace giving programs leave funds on the table. Learn which models work best, what tools companies rely on, and how real organizations are doing it better.

Workplace giving: Programs, platforms & real examples
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Donor engagement: Top strategies, KPIs, & plan template

Learn the donor engagement strategies that help supporters feel seen—and keep them invested for years to come.

Donor engagement: Top strategies, KPIs, & plan template
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The ultimate list of companies that give donations for raffles

Learn which companies donate raffle prizes and how to request them with free templates, follow-up tips, and real examples.

The ultimate list of companies that give donations for raffles
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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) definition, examples, & types

Discover what corporate social responsibility (CSR) means today—and how nonprofits and businesses can team up to create meaningful, measurable impact.

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) definition, examples, & types
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3 sponsorship proposal templates (& how to write one!)

Attract much-needed corporate sponsors with this step-by-step guide packed with writing tips and three easy-to-customize templates.

3 sponsorship proposal templates (& how to write one!)
Mr Butter thinking of butter Givebutter alternatives

Givebutter alternatives (and why thousands choose to stay)

Before you switch fundraising platforms, here’s what you should know—and why Givebutter could still be the all-in-one solution you’re looking for.

Givebutter alternatives (and why thousands choose to stay)