Crowdfunding is the practice of raising a small amount of money from a large number of people. The money raised is used to fund a specific project, collect general donations, or drive support for a time-based initiative. As the saying goes, small things, done consistently, can add up to big things over time. While a […]
Modern donors want to immerse themselves in the giving experience and take actions that mean something to the causes they care about. Enter the paddle raise. If you’re thinking, “Wait, what is a paddle raise,” we’ve got you covered. You might know a paddle raise as a “fund-a-need” or direct appeal, but it’s simply an […]
The government knows that church organizations provide valuable social and religious benefits to the community. To encourage these religious organizations and help them exist, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) exempts 501(c)(3) churches from taxation by the federal government. However, that tax-exemption benefit and special protected nonprofit status begs the question: What’s considered a church? Or […]
Despite being on the quieter side of the nonprofit fundraising spectrum (pun intended), silent auctions can be an effective way to engage your donor base and involve local businesses in your cause. An auction fundraiser can be a stand-alone online campaign with mobile bidding or part of your next event to take its impact to the next […]
This article was written by marketing specialist Maria Sadusky of Community Boost. Maria has broad experience running social media and email marketing campaigns. TikTok is one of the most used social media platforms among nonprofits, for-profits, and individuals seeking ways to stay connected. The platform allows users to generate up to 10-minute videos and host […]
It seems like summer is always right around the corner—we’re either deep in it or desperately planning for it. Fortunately for your nonprofit, with summer fundraising ideas, the only limit is your imagination. With warmer temperatures and longer days come extra opportunities to engage your donors, volunteers, and supporters. Whether looking for summer fundraiser ideas […]
An effective donation button on your nonprofit’s website and individual campaign pages is the key to unlocking your fundraising goals. After all, your donation button is your nonprofit’s main call to action (CTA). Standard guidance on showcasing your donation button for online giving includes ensuring it is easy to find, links to the correct page, […]
Offering fundraising opportunities that kids get excited to be a part of brings its own set of unique challenges. While children tend to make everything just a bit more fun, tailoring your activities to an audience of all ages, skills, and interests requires a dose of creativity. Fortunately, we have plenty of easy fundraising ideas […]
Planning a 5K run promotes camaraderie, goal setting, and fun—all while raising crucial funds for your nonprofit. A 5K race to support your nonprofit is a simple and effective way to leverage the power of peer-to-peer fundraising. When runners register to cross the finish line, they donate to a good cause. If you want to use […]
Strengthening communities, helping those in need, and creating a pathway for morality are just some of the values that draw people around the world to immerse themselves in religious groups. Nonprofit organizations already unite individuals who share certain principles and passions. However, compared to other types of nonprofit organizations, religious nonprofits and groups offer supporters […]