NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Though the campaign goal was met, it will continue raising money through February 2022. Inspiration4 returned from orbit Saturday, raising millions for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the process.

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Fundraising Coach

MAY 10, 2022

Nonprofit leaders need to set actual fundraising goals. Rather than setting a clear goal, leaders pressure fundraising professionals to raise more. “More” grinds us all, even the best fundraising professionals, to a pulp. As you look at the upcoming fiscal year, please work to be clear on goals.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 6, 2021

CFRE, our very own Fundraising Coach , also known as Charity Clairity. Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on whether or not it’s a good idea to announce and share a financial goal for their fundraising campaign. . He’s worried we may not reach the goal; I’m worried we may exceed it.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 25, 2023

By Emily Haynes The drop in confidence may be a side effect of fundraiser vacancies and overwork among those who remain on staff at colleges and independent schools.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 6, 2022

But if you can find strategic partners that understand philanthropy, your mission and your unique circumstances, leveraging their expertise and folding them into your processes can make even seemingly insurmountable goals achievable.

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Caring Truth-Teller

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Meet your Giving Tuesday fundraising goal, that is. In previous years the tiny but mighty team had a small fundraising goal, raising just over $10,000 during the 24-hour day of giving. The year we worked together their fundraising revenue for the 24-hour campaign was just over $78,000! Well, did you?

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 7, 2022

Studies show the more you can break down your goals and results for your donors, the more success you will have in raising money. . There are several ways to communicate goals to your audience but this blog will cover two of the most common: Impact Goals and Financial Goals. Highlight specific financial goals .

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 31, 2020

By Christy Smaglio , Instructional Writer at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. Creating measurable goals with actionable items is vital to a fundraising strategy, and just as important is checking in to see how you’re doing. This Year Vs. Last Year.

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Mission Minded

JULY 3, 2019

Did you meet your fundraising goal? The post Did You Meet Your Fundraising Goal? If not, take a look at your brand. For many nonprofits, when your fiscal. appeared first on Mission Minded.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2023

The workload can become overwhelming, especially with the average nonprofit having only 1-2 full-time employees dedicated to fundraising. They should offer insights on how to get more out of your existing fundraising strategies, software, and beyond. You are not alone in facing challenges as a nonprofit.

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Caring Truth-Teller

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Stories you tell at benefit auctions, in your e-newsletter, and in all your nonprofit communications can make or break your fundraising goals. The post Stories You Tell Make or Break Your Fundraising Goals appeared first on Ignited Fundraising.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 9, 2022

After COVID-19 forced the cancellation of an annual yacht party fundraiser, Chris wanted to shift gears and establish a golf event as the board’s main fundraiser. I presented a golf tournament to the rest of the board as a feasible way to get a fundraising event done and established.”. GolfStatus had all this and more,” he says.

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Elevation

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

You might think that your capital campaign goal should simply be set to the amount of money you need. The reality is much more complicated.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JANUARY 23, 2024

By Lisa Schohl Veteran fundraisers and consultants share detailed guidance for how to keep supporters close — and hit fundraising goals — in a complicated year.

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Fundraising Report Card

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Budgets are set, the fundraising calendar is in place, and 2019 is looking you squarely in the eyes. During these last few weeks of the calendar year it's important you feel confident in your fundraising goal for 2019. Not all organizations run on the calendar year, but if yours does, you know that we've entered "crunch time."

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Enhance the effectiveness of your organization's fundraising emails by spotlighting impact goals. Here are four tips to get started, and stand out from the crowd.

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Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 26, 2017

As much as I love to do in-person leadership and fundraising trainings , sometimes you just can't get to them. Webinars on Leadership and Fundraising. Nonprofit Leadership Goal-Setting. Which is all about setting goals. I was able to share a couple versions of this for personal and organizational goal-setting.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

OCTOBER 31, 2023

By Rasheeda Childress and Emily Haynes William DeShazer Most fundraisers said they expect their groups to raise enough money to meet their goals this year, but there's a deep sense of unease about the economy.

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here are some tips to stay on track to achieve your fundraising goals. When it comes to managing the functions and operations for which we’re responsible, we can struggle and wander.

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Getting Attention

JANUARY 16, 2014

Your goals don’t have to be completely in sync, but they must be aligned. If your goals—and all the activity that flows from them, both marketing and fundraising wise—aren’t aligned, you just won’t get anywhere with your outreach on either front. So get those goals aligned pronto! Oh yeah, they do.

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Fundraising Coach

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Fundraising is a funny thing. But could announcing your goal kill your ability to raise funds? Neuroscience and goal setting. In just three minutes, Derek reviews 90 years of research that indicates: “Telling someone your goal makes it less likely to happen.” Is talking about your goal motivating or fatal?

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NonProfit PRO

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Even if you’re behind on planning your year-end fundraising campaign, you can keep your efforts on track and raise critical funds when it counts the most. Here's a checklist to help you achieve your year-end goals.

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NonProfit PRO

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Here are some reasons volunteers are so important for nonprofits' fundraising goals, and some guidance on what you should consider to get them engaged. Two trends in the nonprofit world suggest we are facing a crisis: the declining number of donors and declining number of volunteers.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 24, 2024

Your nonprofit has plenty of responsibilities to manage , from planning fundraising events to organizing community programs. For example, if you’re hosting a golf fundraiser for major donors, you might ask country clubs to sponsor your event by allowing you to use their golf courses for free.

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iMarketSmart

APRIL 6, 2018

I am a big believer in setting goals with my staff, not administering quotas. When we sit down to set goals, I prefer to collaborate with my staff, not dictate activities to them. Here’s the difference between a goal and a quota. Goal: The object of a person’s ambition or effort; an aim or desired result.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

MAY 23, 2023

Hosting a fundraiser can be a rewarding experience that not only raises vital funds for animal-related causes but also brings animal lovers together in support of a common goal. Define your goals. Narrow down your fundraising ideas. Now it’s time to choose a fundraiser that will help you achieve your goals.

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NonProfit Leadership Alliance

APRIL 28, 2024

To help you grow into a modern leader, we’ll explore these common nonprofit management skills you can (and should) develop at your own organization: Marketing Fundraising Public Speaking Interpersonal Communications Relationship-Building Strategic Planning Delegation Budget Allocation Problem-Solving Before training your team, invest in yourself.

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The Agitator

MAY 16, 2010

Last week in my Promise Me post, I urged nonprofit fundraisers to connect your "asks" as much as possible to specific goals. Then commit to your donor/prospect that your organization will break its back to achieve those goals, and report regularly on your progress toward them. M = measurable (’nuff said!).

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

There are actually way better, sustainable fundraising success strategies to really smile about, whether or not your nonprofit organization participated in the program. Should you be worried about the shutdown of Amazon Smile?

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 1, 2023

There are actually way better, sustainable fundraising success strategies to really smile about, whether or not your nonprofit organization participated in the program. No need to worry about the shutdown of Amazon Smile?

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 12, 2023

As you begin a New Year, it is a valuable time to revisit your fundraising goals and build a stronger culture of philanthropy among your donors, board members and professional team.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Set a goal, make a plan to achieve it, then work the plan. In Your 2022 Fundraising Planner, Pamela Grow - named one of America’s Top 25 Fundraising Experts - outlines how to organize your annual plan by funding source, strategy, cost, and anticipated income.

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 20, 2023

Download the Definitive Donor Retention White Paper which addresses the critical role that a donor retention program plays in helping you to meet your fundraising goals, and provides proven strategies to increase donor retention and elevate giving for your nonprofit organization, as well as insights and guidance on ow to create and maintain a sustainable (..)

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NonProfit PRO

JANUARY 27, 2023

Download the Definitive Donor Retention White Paper which addresses the critical role that a donor retention program plays in helping you to meet your fundraising goals, and provides proven strategies to increase donor retention and elevate giving for your nonprofit organization, as well as insights and guidance on ow to create and maintain a sustainable (..)

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NonProfit PRO

AUGUST 9, 2022

Gamification is proving to be a powerful tool that can help nonprofits meet their fundraising and awareness goals. Because people are naturally hardwired to seek rewards, it builds enthusiasm and drives funding.

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The Chronicle of Philanthropy

JULY 12, 2023

By Emily Haynes Confidence among fundraisers has declined, though most expect to reach their goals, and more than half of organization say staffing shortages will be their biggest challenge ahead, a survey has found.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 6, 2022

It’s time for your nonprofit to knock fundraising out of the park. CharityEngine has compressed decades of guiding nonprofits to year-end giving success into one guide with step-by-step instructions for maximizing fundraising. Download the guide today and help your mission reach its year-end goals.

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