Expressed in the most gut-level of ways, nonprofits exist to make the world a better place. They feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, educate the children, and support countless other worthy causes. Yet, ironically, many nonprofits still operate under the…
Imagine the joy of seeing your congregation come together to build a youth center, expand your community outreach program, or renovate your sanctuary. Or, maybe you’re dreaming of planting a church and need vital startup funds. No matter where your…
There’s a well-worn cliché that says, “If it’s not in writing, it didn’t happen”. When it comes to your nonprofit, no truer statement was ever uttered! But, unless you are the uber-organized type who just instinctively writes everything down, documentation…
In the world of nonprofit work, numerical data is often seen as the gold standard for measuring success and demonstrating impact. This is because quantitative data communicates a more objective picture of how well your organization is delivering its mission…
The following is a guest post from Kindful, a nonprofit software company that helps you organize your data and manage your donors better. When it comes to prioritizing different donor connection points, the donor thank you email should be near…
In the nonprofit world, every dollar counts. From continuing your core mission to paying your staff, funding is vital. Imagine doubling almost every contribution you receive. Matching gifts make that dream a reality. Through corporate matching gifts, companies match employees’…
One of the things that you learn quickly when starting and operating a 501(c)(3) organization is that you have to handle money wisely. A nonprofit is no different than any other business in that you must make ends meet. Otherwise,…
The system for registering to solicit contributions isn’t the easiest to understand. Even if it’s only one state you are endeavoring to comply with, the expectations aren’t that easy to follow. When it’s a multi-state registration your nonprofit is facing,…
The presence or absence of sponsors can make or break your nonprofit’s events. Your team has likely poured many hours into the planning process to ensure your venue, marketing materials, and event content are innovative and engaging for your attendees…
When it comes to staying compliant with state regulations governing fundraising, it’s pretty safe to say you want to do things the right way. And, if you are fundraising in multiple states, you will want to comply with the registration…