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Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday ideas: How to launch a standout campaign

Discover creative ideas for Giving Tuesday, including pro tips, best practices, and stellar Giving Tuesday examples for bringing in new support for your mission. Plus, learn how to plan a powerful Giving Tuesday campaign in six steps.

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December 11, 2024

Giving Tuesday 2024: $16M+ raised for good causes

Did you know 10% of donations are made in the last 3 days of the year? Get Candace Cody's year-end fundraising tips.

December 11, 2024

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Fundraising strategies

10 ways to supercharge your year-end giving

Gear up for the most popular donation season with end-of-year giving ideas and powerful examples of year-end fundraising campaigns from nonprofits that nailed it.

10 ways to supercharge your year-end giving

Gear up for the most popular donation season with end-of-year giving ideas and powerful examples of year-end fundraising campaigns from nonprofits that nailed it.

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How to make a fundraising calendar in 4 steps (free template!)

Create your nonprofit fundraising calendar with these pro tips, simple steps, and free template.

How to make a fundraising calendar in 4 steps (free template!)

Create your nonprofit fundraising calendar with these pro tips, simple steps, and free template.

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The ultimate nonprofit event planning checklist

Wondering how to plan a fundraising event from start to finish? This nonprofit event planning checklist will help you create a game plan for success.

The ultimate nonprofit event planning checklist

Wondering how to plan a fundraising event from start to finish? This nonprofit event planning checklist will help you create a game plan for success.

Write an annual fundraising plan in 9 steps + free template!

Learn how to make an annual fundraising plan for your nonprofit and set yourself up for success in the new year with a free fundraising template and some fresh annual campaign ideas.

Write an annual fundraising plan in 9 steps + free template!

Learn how to make an annual fundraising plan for your nonprofit and set yourself up for success in the new year with a free fundraising template and some fresh annual campaign ideas.

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.

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.

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How to write a nonprofit annual report

Learn how to write annual reports for nonprofits, including the key sections to include and creative annual report templates and examples.

How to write a nonprofit annual report

Learn how to write annual reports for nonprofits, including the key sections to include and creative annual report templates and examples.

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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!)

How to write a thank you letter for a donation (free template!)

Deepen connections and attract more recurring donors with these best practices and essential tools for donor thank you letters—plus a spread of free thank you donation letter templates and examples to help you get started.

How to write a thank you letter for a donation (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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Top 7 most generous companies that match donations

Did you know that over 26 million people work for matching gift companies? Make sure you and your donors know about these seven corporations that generously match employee donations.

Top 7 most generous companies that match donations

Did you know that over 26 million people work for matching gift companies? Make sure you and your donors know about these seven corporations that generously match employee donations.

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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.

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.

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7 free fundraising platforms for nonprofits, compared

Explore some of the best free fundraising sites, what features they offer, and what fees you can still expect to see.

7 free fundraising platforms for nonprofits, compared

Explore some of the best free fundraising sites, what features they offer, and what fees you can still expect to see.

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Nonprofit operations

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Why more nonprofit startups are choosing fiscal sponsorships

Fiscal sponsorship may be a faster and more affordable way to get the benefits of 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Learn the true fiscal sponsor definition, how it works, and how it can benefit your organization.

Why more nonprofit startups are choosing fiscal sponsorships

The changemaker’s guide to nonprofit professional development

Find new inspiration and ideas to help you develop a nonprofit professional development plan that helps you learn, grow, and achieve more success.

The changemaker’s guide to nonprofit professional development

Find new inspiration and ideas to help you develop a nonprofit professional development plan that helps you learn, grow, and achieve more success.

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Nonprofit project management: Top tips and tools for your team

Discover the best project management software for nonprofits, learn best practices, and nail your nonprofit's project management process in three simple steps.

Nonprofit project management: Top tips and tools for your team

Discover the best project management software for nonprofits, learn best practices, and nail your nonprofit's project management process in three simple steps.

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How to write a grant proposal for nonprofits (free template!)

Explore the benefits of grants, an overview of the application process, and some helpful tips on how to write a grant proposal.

How to write a grant proposal for nonprofits (free template!)

Explore the benefits of grants, an overview of the application process, and some helpful tips on how to write a grant proposal.

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.