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Fundraising strategies

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15 enticing auction packages for nonprofit fundraisers

Get inspired to go big at your next fundraising event with this list of exciting ideas for charity auction packages. Plus, learn about the best sites for procuring silent auction vacations and other irresistible items.

15 enticing auction packages for nonprofit fundraisers

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Guide to planning a charity run (virtual or in-person)

We’ve broken down the processing of planning a charity run, traditional or virtual, into seven simple steps. Learn how to keep donations high throughout the event and get inspired by real events.

Guide to planning a charity run (virtual or in-person)

We’ve broken down the processing of planning a charity run, traditional or virtual, into seven simple steps. Learn how to keep donations high throughout the event and get inspired by real events.

The step-by-step guide to getting donations from companies

Getting donations from companies requires a different strategy from your normal donor outreach. These four steps will help you forge corporate relationships and write a standout fundraising appeal.

The step-by-step guide to getting donations from companies

Getting donations from companies requires a different strategy from your normal donor outreach. These four steps will help you forge corporate relationships and write a standout fundraising appeal.

Marketing & engagement strategies

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How to nail your annual appeal letter (free templates!)

Annual appeal letters can be one of your nonprofit's most powerful fundraising tools. Learn how to create one that converts.

Rachel Ayotte

How to nail your annual appeal letter (free templates!)

Annual appeal letters can be one of your nonprofit's most powerful fundraising tools. Learn how to create one that converts.

Rachel Ayotte

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How to write a year-end appeal that resonates (free template!)

The last month of the year is crucial when it comes to attracting donations for nonprofits. Learn how to write an impactful year-end appeal letter and get creative year-end appeal ideas for email, text, social media, and more.

How to write a year-end appeal that resonates (free template!)

Nonprofit trends & insights

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15 corporate grants for nonprofits you can apply for today

Discover how to find grants for nonprofits and some of the most popular grant opportunities from big businesses—what they fund, who’s eligible, and when to apply.

15 corporate grants for nonprofits you can apply for today

Discover how to find grants for nonprofits and some of the most popular grant opportunities from big businesses—what they fund, who’s eligible, and when to apply.

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Venmo for nonprofits: The complete guide to Venmo fundraising

Everything nonprofits need to know about fundraising with Venmo, including the latest information on Venmo's new charity profiles.

Kylie Davis

Venmo for nonprofits: The complete guide to Venmo fundraising

Everything nonprofits need to know about fundraising with Venmo, including the latest information on Venmo's new charity profiles.

Kylie Davis

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Nonprofit software roundup: Discover must-have tools & top options

Savvy changemakers need the right tools to reach their goals and make the world a better place. Assemble your toolkit with these best-in-class nonprofit software tools.

Nonprofit software roundup: Discover must-have tools & top options

Savvy changemakers need the right tools to reach their goals and make the world a better place. Assemble your toolkit with these best-in-class nonprofit software tools.

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PayPal for nonprofits: The best choice for donations?

PayPal is free to use and offers discounted payment processing for nonprofits, but is it the right fit for you? Learn about PayPal nonprofit fees, pros and cons, and how to take your PayPal fundraising further.

PayPal for nonprofits: The best choice for donations?

Webinars

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The year-end fundraising playbook: Maximizing donations in the last 3 days of the year

Learn proven strategies to boost year-end giving and see this year’s Most Engaging Giving Tuesday Campaigns

Dec

Dec 10, 2024 1:00 PM

Nonprofit operations

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Nonprofit development director: Strategies for the first 90 days & beyond

Understand the valuable role the director of development plays in nonprofit organizations and learn how to set yourself up for success in your first 90 days.

Nonprofit development director: Strategies for the first 90 days & beyond

Understand the valuable role the director of development plays in nonprofit organizations and learn how to set yourself up for success in your first 90 days.

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A comprehensive guide to nonprofit development (free template!)

What is “development” in nonprofit organizations? Learn about six elements of this helpful framework and put it to use for your organization with a free nonprofit development plan template.

A comprehensive guide to nonprofit development (free template!)

What is “development” in nonprofit organizations? Learn about six elements of this helpful framework and put it to use for your organization with a free nonprofit development plan template.

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Everything you need to succeed as a nonprofit executive director

Look behind the scenes to understand what the executive director of a nonprofit does daily and how you can make a lasting difference as the chief changemaker of your organization.

Everything you need to succeed as a nonprofit executive director

Look behind the scenes to understand what the executive director of a nonprofit does daily and how you can make a lasting difference as the chief changemaker of your organization.

Givebutter news

Check out everything we churned out at The Spread, including Givebutter Plus ⚡

Relive the best moments from Givebutter’s first-ever product launch event and discover the full spread of game-changing new features and improvements to the most-loved fundraising platform, including our biggest product release to date—Givebutter Plus.

Check out everything we churned out at The Spread, including Givebutter Plus ⚡

Black Philanthropy Month 2024: Meet the Black-led nonprofits that blew us away

Explore all of the ways that Givebutter participated in this global celebration of Black giving and meet the Black-led nonprofits that each received a slice of $10K.

Black Philanthropy Month 2024: Meet the Black-led nonprofits that blew us away

Explore all of the ways that Givebutter participated in this global celebration of Black giving and meet the Black-led nonprofits that each received a slice of $10K.

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A $50M investment in the future of Givebutter

The all-in-one fundraising home for nonprofits has secured significant financial backing from Bessemer Venture Partners’ BVP Forge, the largest investment yet in Givebutter’s mission to power the next billion changemakers.

A $50M investment in the future of Givebutter

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March Matchness: Why Givebutter is giving back $20K to nonprofits

Learn all about Givebutter’s matching gift initiative and meet the four most engaging campaigns that got a slice of $20K to double their fundraising impact this spring.

March Matchness: Why Givebutter is giving back $20K to nonprofits

Learn all about Givebutter’s matching gift initiative and meet the four most engaging campaigns that got a slice of $20K to double their fundraising impact this spring.